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Hair elastics for closures

ThreadsMagazine, contributor | June 4th, 20103 comments

Hair elastics make excellent button loops, and they’re perfect for many other embellishments as well. I use a simple circle elastic joined with crimped metal, glue, or stitching. The elastics...

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1-Hour Dress

_nikki_, contributor | May 28th, 20109 comments

This knit dress is perfect for your work or nighttime wardrobe.

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Sewing tools from the art- and office-supply store

ThreadsMagazine, contributor | April 30th, 2010

On my latest forays to art- and office-supply stores, I found some useful marking and cleaning tools. While a lot of sewers know the virtues of drafting tape—it’s inexpensive, can be...

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Free Twinkle Sews Dress Pattern

_nikki_, contributor | April 14th, 20105 comments

Download this free project from Wenlan Chia's newest book, Twinkle Sews.

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"Wicked Witch" test for wool

ThreadsMagazine, contributor | April 9th, 2010

To determine if fabric is 100 percent wool, soak a small swatch of it in chlorine bleach for about eight hours. If the swatch dissolves completely, is significantly smaller, or has clearly...

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How to Add Fringe to a T-Shirt

CraftStylish_Editors, contributor | February 8th, 20102 comments

Add a row of drapey fabric strips to a neckline for a fresh, modern take on an old top.

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Necktie Place Mats and Napkin Rings

Sister_Diane, contributor | February 3rd, 20109 comments

Neckties take a turn for the better as place-mat borders and napkin rings.

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Shed light on serger threading and cleaning

ThreadsMagazine, contributor | January 29th, 2010

Wear a backpacker's headlamp for extra light inside a machine

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How to Restore a Lamp Shade

Deana, editor | January 20th, 20105 comments

Give new life to a beat-up lamp shade with a quick fabric re-cover.

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How to Make a Coin Purse

Deana, editor | January 8th, 20106 comments

Make adorable coin purses from broken umbrellas or fabric leftovers.

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Transform Everyday Pillows with Pompoms

_nikki_, contributor | January 6th, 20103 comments

Restyle your basic throw pillow in a few easy steps.

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Updated Spot the Difference Game

vicky_north, senior web producer | January 5th, 2010

Can you spot the differences in some classic Threads magazine photos? Five new rounds have been added.

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How to Replace a Coat Lining

CalPatch, contributor | December 30th, 200911 comments

Give a vintage coat new life with a new lining.

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Make a Yarn-wrapped Wreath

CraftStylish_Editors, contributor | December 2nd, 20092 comments

Decorate your home with a crafty take on the traditional holiday wreath.

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How to Make No-Sew Place Mats

_nikki_, contributor | November 18th, 20094 comments

Dress up any dinner party with these gorgeous no-sew place mats.

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Last Chance to Choose the Winner

_nikki_, contributor | October 5th, 200935 comments

We've narrowed the entries down to our top five from more than 60 entries in the SewStylish Fall Fashion Challenge. Vote now to pick the winner of more than $1,200 in prizes.

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Spot the Difference Game on Threads

vicky_north, senior web producer | September 18th, 2009

If you have an eye for detail, check out the Classic Cover Game over on ThreadsMagazine.com.

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Get to Know Fabric Designer and Author Heather Ross

mgiroux, senior editorial intern | September 1st, 2009

In the newest SewStylish, we had a quick interview with Heather Ross, author of Weekend Sewing. Read on for even more with Heather and her quirky inspirations

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