Threads August September 1995
CONDITION Good, unmarked pages, reading wear
CONTENTS
Fabric &
Fit
A Bathrobe of Washable Silk – Learn how to make
sumptuous, terry-lined robe. By Linda Lee
Can a Computer Solve Your Fitting Problems? – A patternmaking
program can be a great addition to you sewing tool box. By Sue Bennett
Design
The Gored Skirt – here are bias-cut and ten-gore
variations of a classic style to enliven you wardrobe. By Marcy Tilton
One-Layer Tailoring – An astonishing process created by a
1950s designer dramatically cuts tailoring time. By David Page Coffin
Easy Appliqué for Complex Shapes – A simple technique
increases quilt-design freedom. By Beatrice Grayson
Details
Dye-Paint Garment Fabrics – No experience needed for
great results. By Ann Johnston
Cowl-Neck Scarf – A bias-cut, thrift-shop treasure you
can quickly copy. By Karen Morris
Techniques
A Stay Tape Prevents Stretch – an easy addition helps
your garment keep its shape. By Claire Shaeffer
Tame the Rolled-Hemmer Foot – Here’s how to master the
tool that even experienced sewers fear. By Andrea Moore
A Shortcut to Great Linings – Skip interfacing and keep
facings in place with this technique. By Connie Long
Departments
Letters – Threads redesign, fabric shopping with kids,
beads and beading
Questions – Success with Polarfleece, low-vision sewing
Fitting – Blouse hems that ride up
Tips – Easy Pattern weights, homemade light box, covered
buttons with no show-through
Basics – Working with grainlines
Quick to Make – Cowl-neck scarf; rolled-hem scarves and
napkins
Notes – Garment storage bag, needle for metallic thread
Books – Sewing and embellishment, quilting
Calendar – Exhibits, special events, tours, and workshops
Closures – Home Management
In Detail – Bias-cut gown by Clair McCardell
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