Be Sew Stylish
February 7, 2007 at 11:46 am | In books and mags, reviews and interviews | 5 CommentsWhen I was at the CHA show last month, I got a preview copy of Sew Stylish, the new sister magazine to Threads. It’s great! I love the clear, accessible overview of the art of sewing with an emphasis on the intricacies garment construction. The first issue demystifies sewing machine features, tools of the trade, pressing, hand-stitching, measuring yourself, and making your buttonholes, darts, and hems shine. And the featured designs are inviting and fun… from whipping up a two-minute shrug to stitching a striking wide belt.
If you want a sneak peek at the print issue (not to mention tons of handy sewing tips and tricks) be sure to stop by their blog at besewstylish.com. Three recent entries jumped out at me:
•Over a hundred links to amazing fabric stores online… wow! I bookmarked it immediately.
•A bonus 7-piece Threads pattern from Simplicity, available for just $2.50 shipping and handling… I can’t wait to get mine!
•And a video guide to wrapping and tying the wide belt from the first issue — the perfect finishing touch.
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The link to the pattern is broken, but I went and found it. I was hoping for a new pattern! But I can say that it does result in a pretty bias-cut a-line skirt, as I just used it about a month ago!
Comment by Ruth — February 7, 2007 #
Oh, excellent!!! I have been having trouble sewing around tight curves. I have been waiting for exactly this so I’m adding it to my list immediately. Thanks for the tip!
Comment by Daphne — February 7, 2007 #
Thanks for the links! Clearly I have to get my hands on this magazine! I was just looking through a few old copies of Threads and Cutting Edge and realising what neat magazines they are, especially now that I’m sewing more clothes! Totally excited about Sew Stylish…
Comment by Nancy — February 7, 2007 #
So much great information. Thank you. I received a free subscription!!! Yeah~~~
Comment by Norma — February 8, 2007 #
When I first read the index of Sewstylish, I thought “This is too basic for me.” However, after reading through the whole magazine I came to the conclusion that this magazine gives answers to all sewers on methods of sewing that they have forgotten and some they never thought of. Should have known. It came from the people who publish THREADS. I just sent in my subscription for Sewstylish. Keep up the good work!
Comment by Jeanie Wallace — February 17, 2007 #