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New Sewing Machines by Janome

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 20083 comments

Read what Janome is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Husqvarna Viking

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 20084 comments

Read what Husqvarna Viking is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Brother

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 2008

Read what Brother is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Baby Lock

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 20083 comments

Read what Baby Lock is saying about its newly released models.

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New Machines by Bernina

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 20081 comment

Read what Bernina is saying about its newly released 830 Series (coming soon).

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Make a Yoga Mat Carrier

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 20083 comments

Learn how to make this simple, easy-to-sew shape; quilted layers give the bag lasting strength.

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To Fit Your Body, Measure Your Clothes

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 20082 comments

Printable measurement charts for the clothes you like to wear most can tell you exactly how to fit garments you make.

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Video: Variable-Width Facing on a Decorative Edge

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20082 comments

Overlapping a brightly colored facing adds interest and style to your garment. In this video, designer Diane Ericson demystifies the technique of extending the facing around the edge of a seam.

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Video: Two Custom Trims for Your Garments or Home

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20084 comments

Using basic materials, simple sewing steps, and a sewing machine, it's surprisingly easy to mimic designer trims for use in your home and wardrobe. In this video, Linda Lee shows you how.

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Video: Pressing Tips

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20081 comment

The goal of pressing is to shape the fabric, not flatten it. In this video, custom sewer Ann Steeves demonstrates a few handy tools and techniques to use with your steam iron to create great-looking garments.

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Video: Embellishing with Paint Sticks

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20083 comments

Stencil designer Laura Murphy uses paint sticks to transfer a surface texture to fabric.

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Video: Do-It-Yourself Crushed Velvet

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 2008

Use your iron to enhance the texture and bring out the color of this elegant fabric.

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Video: Design Details with Fleece Cording

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 2008

Cording made from fleece is especially effective for finishing irregular edges. In this video, clothing designer Rochelle Harper demonstrates the techniques.

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Video: All-in-One Piping and Facing

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20082 comments

Learn 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

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 20081 comment

Sewing 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: Manuel's Free-Motion Embroidery Technique

Threads Magazine, editor | October 29th, 20085 comments

An embroidered design starts with a drawing by designer Manuel and ends with the skilled hands and feet and knees of free-motion embroiderer Pancho Martinez.

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