Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 1

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  Ageless Game Changers

TIPS & TECHNIQUES 
    *  Focus on Interfacing
    *  All Tied Up
    *  Feet First
    *  How to Sew a Knit Neckline Binding – the Megan Nielsen Method
    *  Terminology For Bginner Sewers
    *  How Fitting

TRIAL A PATTERN 
    *  McCalls – M7294
    *  Sizzling Summer Style – Vogue 1798

PROFILE 
    *  Astratex
    *  Megan Nielsen
    *  Connie Receives a Lifestyle Achievement Award

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 
    *  Anatomy of the Dart
    *  Finishing Touches

TRENDS 
    *  Latest Trends – Pattern
    *  Latest Trends – Pattern
    *  Latest Trends – Fabric - Missoni Inspired

GET THE LOOK 
    *  Resort Report

PERFECT FIT 
    *  Big Girls – Common Pattern Alterations to Aid Better Fit

CREATIVE IDEAS 
    *  DIY Fabric

Inside this issue:
• Elastic WaistlinE
tEchniquEs
• Buying an OverlOcker
• EmbEllishmEnts
• asymmetrical
alterationS

Inside this issue:
• Perfect fit – Heavy Thighs
• Rouleau loops
• Sewing witH velvet
• Flat seams

THE KEYPOINTS OF AUTUMN/WINTER FASHION  - BY EDDI FRANTZ

Tips & Techniques for sewing faux fur.

Latest Patterns – Butterick
Latest Fabric trends By Martin & savage
Latest Patterns – Vogue
Latest Patterns – McCall’s
Latest Patterns – Kwik•Sew
Latest Patterns – simplicity
Latest Patterns – new Look
Latest Patterns – Burda style

Australia’s leading dressmaking magazine is favoured by all dressmakers in every age group. Fabulous garments, technical instructions and step x step photos help guide even the most novice sewer to complete perfect garments every time. All the latest patterns and fabrics are covered in every issue plus we trial patterns to give the lowdown on how to improve on each pattern’s instruction sheet. We showcase makeovers of real people, give wardrobe-planning advice and show the latest trends from the USA and Europe.

Australia’s leading dressmaking magazine is favoured by all dressmakers in every age group.
Fabulous garments, technical instructions and step x step photos help guide even the most novice sewer to complete perfect garments every time.

Construction Elements – Needles & Threads By Alison Wheeler.

Stretched Out of Shape By Judith Turner.

What’s New in the World of Lace? By Kerryn Swan.

Waistband Contouring Compiled by Lynn Cook.

The long and short of it - Sleeve proportion, Signals of spring, The Dress lighter, brighter, Easier, Creative ideas, tips & advice and much more.

How to Lengthen a Dress.

Meet New York's Queen of prints.

Fashion Feature One Skirt Four Ways...

Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 6

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  What Goes Around… By Eddi Frantz

FASHION 
    *  Capes By Style Arc
    *  Embrace Your Passion For Fashion By Sunita Ovely
    *  Updating Vintage Patterns For Today! By Eddi Frantz

TIPS AND IDEAS 
    *  Creating a Dress Pattern For You By Maureen Thompson
    *  Editing Digital Photographs By Lisa A. Christman, Ph.D.
    *  How to Make a Commercial Pattern Work By Glenda
    *  Clothing Alterations By Judith Turner

ALTERATION CORNER 
    *  Increasing Your Jeans Waist Size By Judith Turner

LATEST PATTERN TRENDS 
    *  The Great Cover Up! By Eddi Frantz
    *  Whats Hot - 4 HOT TICKETS

GET THE LOOK 
    *  Evening Alternatives By Eddi Frantz

PROFILE 
    *  Designer Focus – Rebecca Vallance By Eddi Frantz
    *  Connie Crawford

PROJECT IDEAS 
    *  Decorative Inspiration Book By Karen Bigg

Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 5

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  Shapewise Stars of the Season By Eddi Frantz

SEWING TIPS & TECHNIQUES 
    *  Beads & Sequins
    *  How to Sew Leather Appliques By Megan Nielsen
    *  Sew Faux
    *  Couture Tips For Perfect Pants
    *  A Clever Fix! By Judith Turner

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 
    *  Anatomy of the Pant Leg By Lisa A. Christman Ph.D. for Wild Ginger Software

GET THE LOOK 
    *  Designer Signatures: Paco Peralta Barcelona By Eddi Frantz

PERFECT FIT 
    *  Sway Back Adjustment By Louise Sparrow
    *  Two Halves Make One – the jumpsuit
    *  Flat Front Finish

TRENDS 
    *  Shift vs Sheath – Two Timeless Classics By Style Arc Patterns
    *  Six Super Ideas for After Dark Dressing
    *  Advance Pants!

CREATIVE IDEAS 
    *  The Story of the ‘Scardigan’ By Julie Brodie of Fabric Frenzy
    *  Applique Towel Topper By Karen Bigg for Brother Australia

WARDROBE PLANNING 
    *  Space-Saving Wardrobe Storage Ideas By Lynn Cook

Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 4

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  Signals of the Season – Autumn/Winter 2017 Overview

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 
    *  Anatomy of the Pocket

SEWING TIPS & TECHNIQUES 
    *  Bias Spaghetti Straps
    *  How to Sew a Horsehair
    *  Sewing Velvets & Devoré
    *  Circular Ruffl es and Flounces
    *  Plackets

TRENDS 
    *  The Dress In Print
    *  Why are my Shoulders So Cold all of a Sudden?
    *  The Blouse Strikes Back!

PATTERN CLASS 
    *  Designing a Blouse

PERFECT FIT 
    *  Moving Forward
    *  Asymmetrical and Tiered Hemlines

GET THE LOOK 
    *  Accessories – The Ultimate Look Changers
    *  Let’s talk about Trims!

TRIAL A PATTERN 
    *  McCall’s M7402

CREATIVE IDEAS 
    *  Got It Covered!
    *  DIY Buttons

PROFILE 
    *  Building Blocks of Fashion

Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 3

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  Summer Looks to Sew Right Now

SEWING TIPS & TECHNIQUES 
    *  Sewing Room Supplies − Part 2
    *  Three Ways to Finish a Neckline Facing Neatly
    *  Curves and Corners – Marfy 3879

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 
    *  Waistbands – a Aouture Method
    *  Anatomy of the Sleeve
    *  Shorten Cardigan Sleeves
Shorten Cardigan Sleeves

PROJECTS 
    *  DIY Half Scale Dress Form

PERFECT FIT 
    *  By Leila Hanaster

TRENDS 
    *  Latest Trends – Swimwear For Every Body!
    *  Latest Trends – The White Shirt – A Timeless Wardrobe Essential
    *  Latest Trends – Summer Style- Switches

GET THE LOOK 
    *  Designer Signatures: Zandra Rhodes

SPECIAL FEATURE 
    *  Linen Facts

CREATIVE IDEAS 
    *  Add Embroidery to a Made Garment

PROFILE 
    *  Ciam Patternmaking Australia

Australian Stitches - Vol 25 No 2

WEAR WHAT WHEN 
    *  Your Shapewise Dress Guide For Spring/Summer 2016

SEWING TIPS & TECHNIQUES 
    *  Working With Knits
    *  Sewing Room Supplies − Part 1
    *  A Couture Essential: Hand Sewing
    *  Shorten Sleeves − leather or suede jacket

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 
    *  Anatomy of the Collar
    *  Elegant in Pink
    *  Contour Waistlines
    *  How to Transfer A Bust Dart Location
    *  Skirts and Grainlines
    *  Make Your Own Shoulder Pads
    *  Design Your Own Skirt

TRENDS 
    *  Latest Trends – The Best Shape-wise Pattern Finds
    *  Latest Trends – Denim is Back!
    *  Latest Trends – What’s Hot: Evening Flash

GET THE LOOK 
    *  What To Wear Tonight

MIX & MATCH WARDROBE 
    *  Travel Wardrobe Analysis

CREATIVE IDEAS 
    *  Now You See It – Now You Don’t

Wear What When
* The Spring 2016 Forecast By Eddi Frantz

Sewing Tips & Techniques
* Stretch Your Imagination!
* Pockets
* Lace!
* Sewing Tricks From the Pros By Connie Crawford
* The Right Foot for the Job
* Simply Converted! By Judith Turner
* Measuring Correctly
* Zippers 

Technically speaking
* The Essential Hand Stitches By Susan Khalje
* Behind the Seams: Secrets for Taming Necklines By Claire Shaeffer
* Donna Karan Jacket – Vogue V1263 By Alison Wheeler

Trends
* Latest Trends – Spring Preview 2016
* Latest Trends – Patterns
* Latest Trends – Whats Hot 

Machine eMbroidery
* Plain Elegance!

Get The Look
* Join the Ath-Leisure Movement - By Eddi Frantz 

Special  Feature
* Texstyle Awards

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Australia’s leading dressmaking magazine is favoured by all dressmakers in every age group.
Fabulous garments, technical instructions and step x step photos help guide even the most novice sewer to complete perfect garments every time.
All the latest patterns and fabrics are covered in every issue plus we trial patterns to give the lowdown on how to improve on each pattern’s instruction sheet. We showcase makeovers of real people, give wardrobe-planning advice and show the latest trends from the USA and Europe.

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Australian Stitches Magazine - Vol 25 No 1

Australian Stitches Magazine - Vol 25 No 1

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