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 Rain Dance Sew fashionable rainwear with these fabric tips. May 2003 - Page 40 Short Takes Take a hike in these functionaland durable shorts. May 2003 - Page 44 Pushing the Pattern Transform one pattern into a variety of garments. May 2003 - Page 48 Pant Tips & Techniques Go beyond the guidesheet when sewing pants. May 2003 - Page 52 Pack for the Day Enjoy a day hike carrying an expandable pack. May 2003 - Page 60 Darting In & Out Move darts to the garment outside. May 2003 - Page 64 Retail Details Extend a shirt placket forup-front interest. May 2003 - Page 14 Fit for You Match a garment's design to the perfect fabric. May 2003 - Page 18 Teen Scene Make must-have suede belts. May 2003 - Page 24 Machine Embroidery Add pizzazz with 3-D embroidery. May 2003 - Page 28  Home Dec Understand window treatments and terms for successful results. May 2003 - Page 30  In Style Fashions for walking, biking and more. May 2003 - Page 70  IN EVERY ISSUE: From The Editor Reader Tips From The Heart Sewing Q&A Decorating Q&A Snippets Making Connections Sew What's New The Bookmark Machines And More Write On! Sewing Room Search Source Guide Shopper Classifieds And Sew On