Key developments on April 4: The U.S. will know within weeks whether Russia is serious about a peace deal with Ukraine, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on April 4, Reuters reported. …
Ukraine war latest: US to know whether Russia ‘serious about peace’ with Ukraine in coming weeks, Rubio says Read More
Russia has added new conditions for a ceasefire to a litany of existing ones, prompting United States President Donald Trump to threaten new sanctions against Russian oil. Visiting Russia’s newest …
Russia stalls ceasefire talks as it intensifies attacks on Ukraine Read More
Occasionally, I’m given garments that are from someone’s family. These are special to the giver for sentimental reasons, but they recognize that I, as someone who sews, will find them …
Double-Flap Pockets Inspired by a Mid-Century Jacket Read More
The chic leather coat shown on the back cover of Threads #225 (Spring 2024), designed circa 1975 by famed American designer Bonnie Cashin, has pockets that look perfectly modern and deceptively simple. Their curved …
Add Bonnie Cashin Pockets Read More
The Noh coat, a well-known creation by American designer Bonnie Cashin, is as contemporary today as it was in the 1960s. It exemplifies the simple, clean lines employed by this iconic …
Bonnie Cashin Noh Coat Read More
There are many benefits to the knit blazer—it’s a real wardrobe mainstay. Consider: It’s comfortable to wear, easy to care for, professional but not stuffy, convenient to take on a …
Make a Polished Knit Blazer with Upgraded Techniques Read More
I designed this blazer as part of my senior collection, with a lapel and collar that extend to form straps that cross over each other in the back and tie. Including …
Designer Blazer: Add Straps that Wrap and Tie in Back Read More
Shirt and Shorts Set Simplicity.com Skill Level These are quick garments to sew, although the sewing is moderate due to the collar and fly zipper. Size Range and Fitting Misses’ …
Pattern Review: Butterick, Misses’ Shirts and Shorts 6946 and 6947 Read More
Playful Two-Piece Set (AtelierJupe.com) Skill level Aside from interpreting the European instructions, this is a quick, no-fuss project. Size range and fitting This ensemble is sized European 34 thru 52, …
Pattern Review: Atelier Jupe, Billie Top & Finn Shorts Read More
A couple of years ago, I entered and won the Threads/Association of Sewing and Design Professionals design challenge, with a coat based on a fascinating 1930s design (see Threads #222, “Drawing from the Past” …
Double-Cloth Sewing Techniques Read More