garment construction - Threads
Video: Pressing Templates for a Sharp Edge
4 commentsSee how easy it is to create perfectly pressed hems and pockets.
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Video: All-in-One Piping and Facing
2 commentsLearn a technique that converts the piping flange to a self-finished facing, thereby eliminating the need for a separate facing or a lining.
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Video: Conquering Inset Corners
1 commentSewing teacher Shirley Smith demonstrates her technique for creating a crisp, 90-degree corner. The process works for corners of other angles, too.
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Video: Accurate Darts without Permanent Marks
2 commentsUse pins to transfer darts from pattern to fabric, and tape to mark the stitching line.
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The Merits of a Basic Fitting Pattern
Learn how to use a sloper to simplify altering commercial patterns.
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Tapering or Widening Pants
5 commentsTapering and Widening pants involves more than just adjusting the leg seams; learn how to make a custom fit.
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To Get the Right Armhole, Fit the Bodice
2 commentsLearn how to successfully fit an armhole by using a muslin; Adjust bust, back, and shoulder—and your armhole almost takes care of itself.
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The Great Elastic Waistband
1 commentSewing professionals and designers share their secrets for comfortable, fashionable waistbands.
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Everyone Can Have Jeans that Fit
1 commentLearn how to alter the pattern of your jeans for a customized fit.
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Bag Your Jacket Lining
6 commentsThis ready-to-wear method of inserting a lining gives the fastest and most professional-looking results.
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Bra-Making Sources by Mail
If you want to make a custom bra, you'll need patterns as well as elastic, hook closures, rings, slides, and more. Here are some companies that sell what you need.
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The Bra Dilemma Solved
8 commentsOnce you select your style and perfect the fit, you can sew your own custom bra again and again.
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Seam Finishes for Silks
2 commentsTame the slinkiest of fabrics with these finishing techniques: French seam, double zigzag, turned and stitched seam, Hong Kong seam, and serged seam.
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Video: A Neckline Binding for Knits
7 commentsAs when attaching a turtleneck, you divide the neckline and binding each into quarters, then stretch the binding to fit the neckline.
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Ralph Rucci's Double-Cloth Seams
Follow these step-by-step drawings and incorporate a couturier technique in your own garments.
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Grade Your Pants for a Perfect Fit
3 commentsIf you've succeeded sizing your pattern to make a pair of pants that fit, you can record your changes on these downloadable planning sheets.
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Video: A Turtleneck Finish for Knits
4 commentsCreate a smooth, professional-looking edge that stretches.
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Sewing In a Zipper
4 commentsLearn now to install centered, lapped, and invisible zippers.
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Smooth Curved Seam
3 commentsA tip for sewing a convex curved piece to a concave curved piece
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Zipper Finishing Made Easy
Use machine-basting and quilter's tape to sew a perfect zipper
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Shirtmaking Techniques DVDA video guide to sewing custom-made shirts
2009 Threads Magazine Archive DVD-ROM146 Issues of Threads on a single disc
Easy Guide to SewingHow to sew tops and T-shirts, skirts, and pants
