October/ November 2001 Threads

Feature Articles		Page
A NEW WAY TO PLEAT FABRIC Add texture to fabric using fusible interfacing, string, and a large cardboard builder's tube		48
12 FRESH GARMENT-INDUSTRY TIPS Refine your sewn results with this sampling of great techniques from the latest ready-to-wear		54
KNOW YOUR KNITS This guide to the confusing world of knit fabrics will help you select and use a knit with confidence		59
BOBBIN WORK: WHEN THREADS ARE TOO THICK FOR THE NEEDLE Use hefty threads, yarns, braids, and ribbons in the bobbin, and sew from the wrong side to create exciting stitched effects		64
UNDERLINE WITH SILK ORGANZA FOR INVISIBLE STRENGTH Without adding bulk or weight, this strong but delicate-looking fabric supports a garment's shape		69
LAY OUT AND CUT ACCURATELY Pay special attention to the first step of garment construction, and save time and trouble later		72
PILLOW FORMS: WHAT'S INSIDE? Down, foam, or poly? Here's how to match the pillow stuffing to its purpose, and where to find it.		76
THE INTERFACED HEM Interfacing smoothly shapes a garment hem, prevents clinging, and reduces wrinkling. Here's how to choose and apply interfacing to various items.		80
LOG CABIN PIECING, FREESTYLE For simple quilts and smashing details or accessories, frame a fabric square with coordinating strips		84
Departments		Page
CONTRIBUTORS		6
LETTERS Neue Mode news, tips for sewing with leather		8
TIPS Creating stronger fringe; high-hip alteration		14
QUESTIONS Avoiding injury: carpal tunnel syndrome		16
BASICS Sewing a hem		22
FITTING Altering for a sway back		28
EXPLORING DESIGN RS/WS Wool Challenge		34
TOOLS OF THE TRADE Singer Izek, Baby Lock Ellagéo, Bernina Activa 145		92
QUICK TO MAKE Endless tube scarf		98
BOOKS Quilt Studio, Graced by Lace, Kimono: Vanishing Tradition		102
DELICIOUS DETAILS Vintage collars		106
ADVERTISER INDEX / WEB DIRECTORY		116
CLOSURES Buttons		118
BACK COVER Satin-brocate dress and coat by Pauline Trigère		120

12 Fresh Garment-Industry Tips, Lay Out and Cut Accurately, A New Way to Pleat Fabric, Log Cabin Piecing -- Freestyle, Know Your Knits, Underline with Silk Organza for Invisible Strength, Bobbin Work: When Threads are Too Thick for the Needle, Pillow Forms: What's Inside?, The Interfaced Hem