Threads Magazine

No other sewing brand delivers the caliber of garment-sewing instruction provided by Threads: in-depth information, tailored to suit beginners to advanced sewers. From learning sewing fundamentals to mastering advanced skills, Threads covers every aspect of garment sewing: inspiring ideas, patterns, fabrics, insider secrets and designer techniques for adapting patterns, fitting, tailoring, and embellishments.

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tips • YOUR IDEAS FOR BETTER SEWING

notions • TOOLS FOR SMARTER SEWING

Extraordinary organza • This crisp textile can play a supporting or starring role

Grand appliqué • Make a statement with oversized motifs

Single-shoulder style • Design an asymmetric version of a simple darted pattern

Crisscross collar • Fashion an intricate lattice from fabric strips

pattern review • Every pattern shown has been sewn and evaluated. We keep a close watch on fashion trends and select patterns that reflect the latest looks. Each one is then sent to a skilled tester, who sews it in muslin to evaluate the proportions, style, and pattern instructions.

Zip Plus Pocket • Add a side pocket along an invisible zipper

Fit for Your POSTURE • Pattern solutions for curve and alignment challenges

Scalloped SKIRT • Put an ombré spin on a gored pattern

How to Alter Men’s Shirts PART 2 • Fix sleeve, shoulder, and collar fit issues

Celebrating Every STITCH • Exquisite works from the Royal School of Needlework’s 150-year history

Spring PREVIEW • Wardrobe inspiration from a stylist who sews

Designer sleeve vent • Assured clipping is the key to a flawless finish

Diop streetwear • Designed to celebrate heritage and diversity

While the iron’s hot • Boards, pads, and mats for better pressing

Belt-loop boost • Make a custom jig for easy, even topstitching

Q&A • READERS’ QUESTIONS—EXPERTS’ ANSWERS

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