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Pattern Review: BurdaStyle 1210720

BurdaStyle 1210720 Put striped fabrics to creative use in this 1950s swing dress. It features a banded V-neckline, single-button closure, cut-on cap sleeves with an underarm gusset, fitted bodice with…
Pattern Review: Allie Olson Elio Top

Allie Olson: Elio Top As an alternative to a basic T-shirt, try this close-fitting, faux-wrap knit top with a deep V-neck. It offers three sleeve options: cap, elbow-length, and long.…
Pattern Review: Marfy 9071

Marfy 9071 This pattern has two garments, but we are only showing the pants. The loose-fitting, blouson pullover has a V-neck and cut-on cap sleeves, both edged with 1-1/8-inch-wide appliquéd…
Pattern Review: Butterick 6863

Butterick 6863 If you’ve embraced the athleisure look, try making a hoodie with above-average style. This Katherine Tilton design, a loose-fitting, thigh-length, zip-front jacket, contains 20-1/2 inches of wearing ease…
Pattern Review: McCall’s 8237

This is a versatile design you can wear as a tunic-length top or above-the-knee dress. Read our full review of McCall’s 8237.
Pattern Review: Simplicity 9377

Simplicity 9377 This updated A-line skirt has style ease through the hips and thighs, plus a good amount of flare. It has a curved yoke, 1-1/2-inch-deep inverted box pleats (three…
5 Tips for Better Sewing

1. Best Tip: Retractable belt loops Sometimes you make a dress that you plan to wear with or without a belt, depending on the occasion. Loops or carriers are helpful…
The Story of Silk From Hungry Caterpillar to Luxury Fiber

Silk. No other fiber has the same allure and mystique as this ancient wonder. It comes in a wide range of weaves, weights, and textures—there’s a silk fabric for just…
Design Challenge: 5 Ways to Upcycle Garments and Use Fabric Edges

This redesign challenge spotlights fabric edges and reusing materials from used clothing. Check out the winners, here.
Inquiring Minds | Letter from the Editor

When it comes time to compile the readers’ letters and write each issue’s note to you, I’m reminded of how smart our audience is.

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Pattern Review: BurdaStyle 1210720

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Pattern Review: Marfy 9071

Pattern Review: Butterick 6863

Pattern Review: McCall’s 8237

Pattern Review: Simplicity 9377

5 Tips for Better Sewing

The Story of Silk From Hungry Caterpillar to Luxury Fiber

Design Challenge: 5 Ways to Upcycle Garments and Use Fabric Edges

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Pattern Review: BurdaStyle 1210720

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Pattern Review: Simplicity 9377

5 Tips for Better Sewing

The Story of Silk From Hungry Caterpillar to Luxury Fiber

Design Challenge: 5 Ways to Upcycle Garments and Use Fabric Edges

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