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A Special Trip to Mary Jo's Cloth Store

Deana Tierney May, editor | April 29th, 200910 comments

Get to know this 58 year old fabric store gem.

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UPDATED The Latest in Sewing Machines

Threads Magazine, editor | April 24th, 200916 comments

If you're in the market for a new machine, check out these models by Baby Lock, Brother, Husqvarna Viking, Janome, Singer, and Pfaff. Check back often for the latest releases. Just added: the Janome ASQ 2009.

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Meet three interesting and inspiring women

judith neukam, contributor | April 17th, 20093 comments

When I’m inspired by color, sentiment, and attitude, everything I do is better.

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Editors On the Road -- North Carolina

Deana Tierney May, editor | April 7th, 20099 comments

Join us as we visit the offices of Coats and Clark to investigate how thread is made.

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Fancy Fabrics Online

judith neukam, contributor | March 25th, 20093 comments

Going to New York City for fabric shopping is only a short drive for me. But there was a time when I had to hunt for couture fabric and silks. If you have that problem check out this new online source for those special hard-to-find fabrics.

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Tour the Wolf Dress Form Factory

Ariel Price, member | March 11th, 20094 comments

Here are some bonus photos from our tour of the Wolf Dress Form Factory that didn't fit in our article, “Peek Inside a Dress Form” from Threads Issue 141.

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Bobbin Work: When Threads Are Too Thick for the Needle

Threads Magazine, editor | January 25th, 20092 comments

Use hefty threads, yarns, braids, and ribbons in the bobbin, and sew from the wrong side to create exciting stitched effects.

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Packing Tips Help You Travel in Style

Threads Magazine, editor | January 20th, 2009

Keep garments neat and organized with Marcy Tilton's system for stuffing a suitcase.

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Shopping for a Serger

Threads Magazine, editor | January 19th, 2009

Analyze your sewing needs, understand serger features, and prepare to test-drive.

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Lapped Zippers Rule!

Threads Magazine, editor | January 16th, 20093 comments

Lapped zippers are easier to insert and look better than centered zippers in almost every situation.

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A Hand-Picked Zipper is Worth the Effort

Threads Magazine, editor | January 5th, 2009

Show off your stitches with this easy-to-learn technique.

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Luxe Hangers

Threads Magazine, editor | January 5th, 20091 comment

Learn how to make sumptuous, padded hangers from bits and pieces of your best fabrics.

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Draft a Two-Piece Collar with a Stand

Threads Magazine, editor | December 6th, 20081 comment

Use these step-by-step instructions to design a two-piece collar with a stand.

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Mastering the Narrow Hemmer, Part One

Threads Magazine, editor | November 20th, 2008

This pesky presser foot easily delivers precise narrow hems, once you teach it who's boss. Learn how to get the most from it in this three-part series.

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Cutting Out

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 2008

Accurate cutting is important for a well-sewn garment, but this step doesn't have to be difficult if you keep in mind a few simple things.

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Rotary Cutters and Mats

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 20081 comment

Choose the right ones, and your scissors may just spend a lot of time in the drawer.

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A Handy Chart of Fusible and Sew-in Interfacings

Threads Magazine, editor | November 18th, 2008

Before you cut and apply an iron-on or sew-in stabilizer, you need to choose the right type.

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Mastering the Narrow Hemmer, Part Three

Threads Magazine, editor | November 13th, 20085 comments

Carol Laflin Ahles explains basic hemming techniques: how to start and end at a corner, cross a seam, include a facing in the hem, and blend into the starting point. You'll also learn how to achieve special hemming effects with your narrow hemmer foot.

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