Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads" 5r26

Learn from Kiki Smith, director of the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection, about what's in the collection and how it has attracted attention.

Sewing garments for design competitions calls for imagination, problem-solving, time management, and enthusiasm for turning obstacles into learning opportunities. Two winning designers share their strategies for success.

As the quilted garment trend grows, the founders of Fit for Art Patterns talk about sewing quilted jackets, the topic of their latest book.  

Pattern designer, sewing teacher, and author Gretchen Hirsch talks about sewing fitted bodices, working with boning, and what's in her latest book.    

Dressmaking as an Art Form, with Helen Haughey | Episode 86

Sewing celebrities and friends Sandra Betzina and Kenneth D. King dish about Sandra's full life, as she settles into retirement.

Learn about the craft of scissor making and the artisans who excel at it from the owner of luxury scissor purveyor Ciselier.

Learn how two longtime pattern testers evaluate and test a pattern to determine whether it is worthwhile to use the pattern in your own sewing. You can use their observations and tips when testing patterns for yourself.

Duane MacLeod was drawn into the world of tailoring seemingly by accident. Now the owner of a one-man tailoring business couldn't be happier. He shares his enthusiasm for the craft and how he arrived at this point, in Episode 81 of Sewing With Threads.

The size-inclusive lingerie designer, patternmaker, and owner of Madalynne Intimates discusses the challenges and rewards of bra-making.

An Award-Winning Collection, with Annika Geissberger | Episode 79

Saskia ter Welle, founder of the Dutch Couture Academy, shares her ion for couture embellishment techniques through her work and courses.

What does it mean to sew a couture garment? Learn from an expert the five elements of couture pieces and how to start sewing them yourself.

Because of our neurodiversity, each of us uses our mental skills, or executive functions, differently in our sewing practice. You can learn to harness those functions for even more enjoyment when sewing.

Selecting the right sewing machine needle can make a big difference in how your sewing project turns out. Rhonda Pierce, a spokesperson for Schmetz needles, explains how to determine the right needle, what are some needle options, and even when you should change a machine needle. The avid quilter and sewing enthusiast shares her knowledge about what she calls "the most important 2-inch piece of steel in the home sewing machine" in this episode of Sewing With Threads.   For more in-depth training with Threads magazine explore our eLearning courses at: https://courses.threadsmagazine.com/   Sign up for the Threads weekly eLetter - https://www.threadsmagazine.com/pages/newsletter-.php?utm_source=webad_728X90    Sign up for a Threads Insider hip - https://subscribe.threadsmagazine.com/loading.do?pk=W30120FS&ref=th-highlight&r=5D1551989&omedasite=THR_trial 

Style Falcon patterns are designed for those without an hourglass shape, and the instructions and pattern pieces are visually accessible.

Guest Brooks Ann Camper shares the story of how she went from not knowing how to take a stitch or use an iron, to becoming a costume production professional and, now, to teaching a new and empowering approach to sewing.

Threads plans a tour to London in May 2025, after last year's trip to Amsterdam and surrounding areas. Threads Editor Carol J. Fresia shares what made the Netherlands tour a success and what to expect when in London.   Visit our website:  https://www.threadsmagazine.com     Follow Threads on Facebook:   http://www.facebook.com/threadsmagazine      Follow Threads on Instagram:   http://www.instagram.com/threadsmagazine     Follow Threads on Pinterest:    http://www.pinterest.com/threadsmagazine           Subscribe to our channel to view more Threads videos:  https://www.threadsmagazine.com/videos     Read the podcast notes and find related photos and articles for every episode at: https://www.threadsmagazine.com/blog/sewing-threads-podcast   For more in-depth training with Threads magazine explore our eLearning courses at: https://courses.threadsmagazine.com/   Sign up for the Threads weekly eLetter - https://www.threadsmagazine.com/pages/newsletter-.php?utm_source=webad_728X90    Sign up for a Threads Insider hip - https://subscribe.threadsmagazine.com/loading.do?pk=W30120FS&ref=th-highlight&r=5D1551989&omedasite=THR_trial 

The owner of a sewing box subscription service shares details about how her unique service works and her goal of turning dreams of sewing your own garments into reality.

Find gift ideas to inspire and help your sewing loved ones or yourself. The Threads editors discuss some of their favorites.