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Publications
Threads Magazine – Lots of inspiration here for the serious sewer.
Sew News Magazine – Great site to stay on top of all the newest products and techniques.
Rain City Publishing – Julie Parker’s award-winning Fabric Reference Series is available online!
Instruction
Notions, Patterns and More
J. Stern Designs – Jennifer Stern is now offering her most wearable clothes as patterns for the home sewer.
Park Bench Pattern Co. – A line of unique clothing patterns designed by Mary Lou Rankin.
Loes Hinse Design – Renowned fashion designer, Loes Hinse, offers a variety of specialty patterns, including patterns for extended sizes.
Pamela’s Patterns – These patterns really fit! Working from years of experience, Pamela’s Patterns are specially designed to require less alteration during the construction of the garment.
Textile Studio Patterns – An independent pattern line dedicated to providing the home sewer with simple yet stylish sewing patterns of core wardrobe basics that reflect current better ready-to-wear.
Sew True – Supplies and Notions for dressmakers and tailors.
Nancy’s Notions – Great resource for all the notions you’ll ever need.
Sewgrand Patterns – Plus Size Patterns for the full-figure sewer.
Sew Essential – The online dressmaking, haberdashery, embroidery and needlecraft store dedicated to the sewing enthusiast. (UK)
Thimbles, Etc. – Unique line of thimbles in custom sizes, as well as other sewing accessories and notions.
HAKA Sewing Furniture – Haka offers unique styles and height choices: sewing, serging and quilting cabinets, cutting tables, combination cut-sew-serge tables and custom designs. Hand crafted in Canada since 1989.
L.J. Designs – Patterns that are stylish, yet simple to construct and comfortable to wear.
Dressmaking, Tailoring and Couture
Evelyn Bash Bridal Couture – In addition to being part of the Sawyer Brook team, Evelyn is a couture dressmaker by trade, serving brides and mothers in Eastern Massachusetts and beyond!
Web Resources
Quiltropolis – Great mailing lists for every flavor of sewing.
Pattern Review – An online sewing community focused on pattern discussions.
Sew What’s New – Online resource for sewers. In addition to a lively discussion forum, the site offers articles, sewing and quilting lessons, book reviews and more.
Sewing Stash – A sewing and crafts directory.
Image and Style
Donna Cognac – Image Consultant offering individual and class instruction. Make-up and Skin Care products online plus great seasonal fashion tips.
Conselle – Books and videos on image, fit and pattern alterations.
First View – Pictures of top designers’ current and previous lines.
Organizations
Association of Sewing and Design Professionals - A must-visit for anyone in the custom sewing business.
American Sewing Guild – Learn what the national group is doing. Start your own neighborhood group.
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