June/July 2006 Threads

Feature Articles		Page
EASY, BREEZY SUMMER SEWING by Rae Cumbie Try this simple approach for cool, carefree, and durable options Preview this article		36
FIX YOUR PATTERNS BEFORE YOU SEW by Judy Barlup To avoid disasters, solve errors at the tissue stage Preview this article		40
LININGS: THE INSIDE SCOOP by Sandi Bolton Crack the code on these slippery fabrics and put 'em to work for you Preview this article		46
INSPIRE A NEW SEWER TODAY! by the editors of Threads As the renewed interest in sewing grows, help teach the next generation of advanced sewers Preview this article		50
DISCOVER THE BEST PROPORTIONS AND STYLES FOR YOU by Nancy Shriber This design tool helps you find your most flattering look Preview this article		51
ACHIEVE EFFORTLESS HEIRLOOM EFFECTS by Pamela Busque Leggett Use a serger's rolled-hem stitch to add lace, create delicate hems, and make pretty pintucks Preview this article		56
FRILL SEEKERS by Carol Fresia Members of teh Professional Association of Custom Clothiers take the 2005 Threads Ruffled Garment Challenge Preview this article		62
Departments		Page
CONTRIBUTORS		6
LETTERS		8
NOTIONS Steam-generating iron; Elna 7200 sewing machine		13
TIPS Pressing with a lightbulb; creating a visual pattern catalog		16
BASICS Essential hand stitches		21
PATTERN REVIEW Elegant summer style		26
QUICK TO MAKE Two-hour gypsy skirt		30
EMBELLISHMENTS Embroider off the edge		34
Q&A Bustling a double-layer dress; collar band trick		70
MASTER CLASS Eliminate separate facings for elegant edges		74
ADVERTISER INDEX / WEB DIRECTORY		88
CLOSURES Throwing a straight pitch, er, stitch		90
BACK COVER Fine fabrics: Color-grown organic cotton

Easy, Breezy Summer Sewing; Fix Your Patterns Before You Sew; Linings: The Inside Scoop; Inspire a New Sewer Today!; Discover the Best Proportions and Styles for You; Achieve Effortless Heirloom Effects; Frill Seekers