For many years, Sarah has contributed numerous articles, garments, and answers to readers' questions for THREADS magazine:

• Pressing for Shape--Use an iron to mold seams and fabric. May 2011, Number 154.


• Question: How do I take a straight-cut blouse pattern more fitted in the bust? Add a bust dart. January 2011, Number 152.


• Question: How do I sew couture-quality seams on silk and viscose jersey fabric? Finishes for Fine Knit Seams. July 2010, Number 149.


• Chiseled Chic--Four designers share their approach to adding dimension and shape to a garment. November 2009, Number 145.


• Blue on Blue Knit Evening Gown--Most Successful Overall: Threads/ASDP Fluid Fabrics Challenge. May 2009, Number 141.


• The Inside Scoop on Hollywood Waists--Last year, waistlines were low. This year, they're up, up,up! May 2008, Number 136.


• Fabric question on adapting patterns to compensate for lack of stretch in a knit fabric. January 2007, Number 128.


• How to Fit a Perfect Sleeve--It all starts with two simple measurements and some adjusting of the sleeve cap. May 2005, Number 118.


• To Get the Right Armhole, Fit the Bodice--Use a muslin to adjust bust, back, and shoulder, and your armhole almost takes care of itself. March 2005, Number 117.


• Exploring Chinese Silk-Faced Brocades--These dressy Asian fabrics offer a lot of everyday western style. July 2004, Number 113.


• Playing with Design: Waistlines--Add panache to skirts and pants by enhancing the waistband or facing. May 2004, Number 112.


• Playing with Design: Straight Skirts--Two simple strategies for using flaps of fabric to very a basic skirt pattern. January 2004, Number 110.


• Fitting a Straight Skirt--Featured Fitting column. January 2004, Number 110.


• Facings Made Easy--Featured Basics column. September 2003, Number 108.


• Neckline Finishes for Knits--Creating smooth, professional-looking edges that stretch. May 2003, Number 106.


• Sewing Jackets from Knits--A fitted jacket made in a knit fabric offers both style and comfort. March 2002, Number 99.


• Know Your Knits--This guide to the confusing world of knit fabrics will help you select a knit with confidence. November 2001, Number 97.


• Photograph of long vest in Exploring Design! The RS/WS Wool Challenge by the THREADS editors. November 2001, Number 97.


• Blue silk jacket for article by Jenab and Kate Rittenhouse, Copying Complex Garments. January 2001, Number 92.


• Photograph of mohair dress in Mohair for the Millennium by Sandra Betzina and the editors of THREADS. November 2000, Number 91.


• Fabric Shopping With a Pro--Simplify making decisions at the fabric store by systematically comparing swatches. September 2000, Number 90.


• Exploring Design: THREADS Design Challenge IV--One of three designers asked to participate in Design Challenge IV. July 2000, Number 89.


• Oops! Not Enough Fabric?--Keep a cool head and try these strategies to save the day. May 2000, Number 88.


• Photograph of Java Jacket with removable sleeves for Linda Lee's article Convertable Garments. May 2000, Number 88.


• Tips--magnificent miters. November 1999, Number 85.


• Sheers See the Light of Day--Transparent fabrics step off the dance floor and become wardrobe workhorses. September 1999, Number 84.


• Draft Your Own Sarong Pants (cover photo)--Combine the drape of a sarong skirt with the utility of pants. July 1999, Number 83.

• 'Start With A Square' Hat Challenge--Invited to submit a hat (photo in article). May 1999, Number 82.


• Wool Gauze: Featherweight and Fabulous--It has all the virtues of wool, drapes like a dream, and can be worn year-round. March 1999, Number 81.


• Fitting question on gaping necklines answered. November 1998, Number 79.


• What Makes 'Basic' Patterns Basic?--With slightly varied details and fitting tweaks, a single basic pattern suits almost any body type. September 1998, Number 78.