Choosing and Using Schmetz Needles, with Rhonda Pierce | Episode 75

What does it mean to sew a couture garment? Learn from an expert the five elements of couture pieces and how to start sewing them yourself.

Because of our neurodiversity, each of us uses our mental skills, or executive functions, differently in our sewing practice. You can learn to harness those functions for even more enjoyment when sewing.

Selecting the right sewing machine needle can make a big difference in how your sewing project turns out. Rhonda Pierce, a spokesperson for Schmetz needles, explains how to determine the right needle, what are some needle options, and even when you should change a machine needle. The avid quilter and sewing enthusiast shares her knowledge about what she calls "the most important 2-inch piece of steel in the home sewing machine" in this episode of Sewing With Threads.   For more in-depth training with Threads magazine explore our eLearning courses at: https://courses.threadsmagazine.com/   Sign up for the Threads weekly eLetter - https://www.threadsmagazine.com/pages/newsletter-signup.php?utm_source=webad_728X90    Sign up for a Threads Insider membership - https://subscribe.threadsmagazine.com/loading.do?pk=W30120FS&ref=th-highlight&r=5D1551989&omedasite=THR_trial 

Style Falcon patterns are designed for those without an hourglass shape, and the instructions and pattern pieces are visually accessible.

Guest Brooks Ann Camper shares the story of how she went from not knowing how to take a stitch or use an iron, to becoming a costume production professional and, now, to teaching a new and empowering approach to sewing.

The owner of a sewing box subscription service shares details about how her unique service works and her goal of turning dreams of sewing your own garments into reality.

Find gift ideas to inspire and help your sewing loved ones or yourself. The Threads editors discuss some of their favorites.

Kenneth D. King reveals details about his book, Doll Couture, including the inspiration and some dramatic scene creation for his finely dressed characters.

Sewing pro and wool expert Katrina Walker talks about her flock of sheep, characteristics and types of wool and caring for your own wool garments in this podcast.

A found collection of gowns by renowned couture house Callot Soeurs became a beloved research project for costume expert Maggie Raywood.