Sew News Greetings, sewing friend. We're pleased you've chosen to explore this site and hope you enjoy your visit! For those of you who are new to us, a word of background: This Web site is presented as a free service by Sew News, a monthly magazine that for 20 years has specialized in sewing ideas, inspirations and techniques. Each month, you'll find a wide array of special features and regular columns with something for everyone--projects, patterns, machine information, new products, special offers and much more. This Month in Sew News Magazine First-class Shirt Create unigue shirts usinq a variety of textiles. January 2004 - Page 36 Sew Organized Turn a notebook into a personal organizer. January 2004 - Page 44 On the Side Trim your figure with decorative side panels. January 2004 - Page 54 Pressing Matters Get top-notch results with your iron and basic tools. January 2004 - Page 58 Venture Into Sherpa Look hot in new faux sherpa fleece. January 2004 - Page 68 Interior Design Finish garments with this simple lining method. January 2004 - Page 72 Blueberry Patch Start quilting with this easy throw. Twin Quilt Extra January 2004 - Page 40  Ring in the New Year Give an opulent air to your New Year's bash. January 2004 - Page 48  Stay-put Seat Covers Use gripper fabric to eliminate the slide factor. January 2004 - Page 65  Make it Fit Learn how to alter for the correct jacket sleeve length. January 2004 - Page 20  Machine Embroidery Preview some of the latest products. January 2004 - Page 24   The Basics: Choosing a Pattern Find out how to pick the best pattern. January 2004 - Page 31  On the Road Again! Travel, shop and learn on a Sew'N'Go tour. January 2004 - Page 76   Departments Sewing Q&A: Your sewing questions answered. Seasonal Stitchouts: Winter machine embroidery designs. Making Connections: Hard to find items found. Sew What's New: New products, notions and patterns. Machines And More: Machines, threads and software news. The Bookshelf: Our picks for a good read. SN Online: Get connected--check out sewnshop.com. Columns A Letter From Linda Reader Tips Giving Back And Sew On Resources Metric Conversion Source Guide Shopper Classifieds