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Mastering the Narrow Hemmer
This pesky presser foot easily delivers precise narrow hems, once you teach it who's boss
— by Carol Laflin Ahles
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Understanding Thread Tension
Here's how to adjust your machine's tension settings—and when not to
— by Claire Shaeffer
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More on Rejuvenating Vintage Garments
An evaluation checklist, plus cleaning and storage tips to help you revive time-worn fashions
— compiled by the editors of Threads
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Working with Vintage Patterns
Learn what it takes to stitch up beautiful garments from the past
— by Alexandra Reynolds
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Machine-Needle Know-How
There are lots of needles to choose from. Insure a project's success by selecting the right one.
— by Lydia Morgan
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Puyallup 2004: Sewing & Stitchery Expo
Threads editors share highlights of the Expo, which celebrated its 20th anniversary this year
— by Carol Fresia and Judith Neukam
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Fine Machine Sewing: Easy Ways to Achieve Precision in Your Sewing
Save time and eliminate eyestrain and frustration with these techniques for accurate stitching
— by Carol Laflin Ahles
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How to Measure Up
Threads' printable measurement chart and instructions guide you through the process of taking and recording accurate body measurements
— by Barbara Emodi
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 Make a Classic Leather Seam
Contact cement, a wallpaper roller, and a Q-tip don't sound like sewing notions, but they help to make a perfect seam in leather
— with Sandy Scrivano
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Producing a Pattern Review
An in-depth look into the making of our twice-yearly review of the most fashionable patterns
— by Patricia Moyes
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To Judge a Pattern, Start with Its Cover
A crash course on how to evaluate the fit and style of any pattern before you sew it
— by Allison Page
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Conquering Inset Corners
Cotton organdy ensures a smooth sharp turn
— with Shirley Smith
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SewBasic: Grainline
Understanding how grainlines behave can help you control the drape, fit, and overall appearance of your garment
— by the editors of Threads
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Bungled Buttonholes
With creative solutions, most mistakes can be salvaged
— by Barbara Deckert
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An Easy, Flat Fly-Front Zipper Ignore the pattern instructions and use this simplified version for "ready-to-wear" results. — with Sandra Betzina
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20 Ways to Improve Your Sewing
Use these sewing principles to streamline your work and greatly enhance its quality
— by Barbara Emodi
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Choose the Correct Pattern Size
You can't rely on your ready-to-wear size
— by Susan Andriks
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Cutting Out
For starters, use a good-quality, sharp cutting tool, and a cutting surface that's at a comfortable height
— by Jan Bones
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Pattern Layouts
Tips on layout and ideas on keeping your pattern pieces in place
— by Jan Bones
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Bias 101
Master the tricks of sewing bias-cut garments with a simple style and foolproof fabric
— by Marcy Tilton
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Stop! Are You Sure That Pattern Will Work?
Not all patterns produce equally good results. Here's how to tell the wheat from the chaff.
— by Barbara Emodi
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