# Threads Magazine

> Digital garment sewing magazine with videos, trends, and techniques for all skill levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Taunton Interactive.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads-magazine/id553196742 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Taunton Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/397996279)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 318 App Store ratings · 102 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 96 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch
- Released: 2012-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads-magazine/id553196742/reviews.md

## What is Threads Magazine?

Enjoy Threads – the best garment-sewing information anywhere – on your iPad. Convenient digital delivery includes unique bonus features and enhancements: linkable and searchable content, techniques videos, slide shows, new trends, and more. A FREE sample issue is included with the app.

No other sewing brand delivers the caliber of garment-sewing instruction provided by Threads: in-depth information, tailored to suit beginners to advanced sewers. From learning sewing fundamentals to mastering advanced skills, Threads covers every aspect of garment sewing: inspiring ideas, patterns, fabrics, insider secrets and designer techniques for adapting patterns, fitting, tailoring, and embellishments. 

SUBSCRIPTION PLANS ARE AVAILABLE. Download the Threads Magazine app, then subscribe or buy issues individually. If you are currently a print subscriber or a paid Threads Insider, you can get access to digital editions FREE -- absolutely no extra cost. Simply sign in with your customer number or member email in the Settings tab. 

Auto-renewable Subscription plans: 
1 year (6 issues) - $32.99(automatically renewed until canceled) 
2 Months (1 issue) - $5.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) 
Single copies - $6.99 (not automatically renewed)

Many of our other celebrated newsstand-only publications are available for individual purchase, including SewStylish and CraftStylish. 

- All purchases (inc. subscriptions) will be charged to your iTunes account at the confirmation of purchase. 
- Subscriptions will automatically renew within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription. 
- If you would like to cancel your subscription please do so before this 24 hour period by accessing your iTunes account settings. 
- Please be aware that subscriptions cannot be cancelled/refunded once purchased. 
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. 

Terms of use: 
- All content in the Threads Magazine app is copyright Active Interest Media. All rights reserved. 
- Terms of use and privacy policy apply when accessing content via the Active Interest Media app. 
- Privacy Policy - https://www.aimmedia.com/privacy-policy/
- Terms of Use - https://www.aimmedia.com/terms-of-service/

// Credits 
Threads Magazine is published by Active Interest Media. iPhone/iPad application developed by Paperlit

## Key features

- Linkable and searchable content
- Techniques videos
- Slide shows
- New trends
- In-depth garment sewing instruction
- Pattern adaptation and fitting advice

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threads Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Threads Subscription | $5.99 | per 2 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| December / January 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |
| February / March 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fitting | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gifts to Make | $2.99 | one-time |
| Make it Couture | $8.99 | one-time |
| SewStylish Fall Fashion 2014 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Threads Classic Garment Sewing Skills | $6.99 | one-time |
| Threads Handbags | $8.99 | one-time |
| SewStylish Spring Fashion 2017 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Threads October/November 2014 | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Threads Magazine?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast download and load times
- 👍 Great reading experience
- 💡 Useful interactive features

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Issues with login and access
- 📥 Difficulty downloading/accessing past issues
- 🤔 Unclear subscription details and limitations

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to download/access purchased issues
- Login issues and lost subscription access

**Most requested features**

- Update app to support latest iOS versions
- Improve stability and reliability
- Provide better access to past/archived issues
- Clarify subscription options and entitlements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 102)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads-magazine/id553196742/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Very frustrating

*2025-11-04, version 26.0.0*

Welcome to our new app, which takes away the online access to the last TEN YEARS magazines of my paper subscription. Felt I didn’t need to keep the paper copies, as I could refer back to them via the app. 

Only now I can’t, apparently, since the update. Thanks a bunch!

### 2/5 — App

*2025-09-22, version 26.0.0*

You never know if you will have access to the magazine or if the previous editions will show up when opening the app. Takes a lot of time and work to get everything back to how it’s suppose to work. Once you open your magazine, it a great reading experience though.

### 1/5 — Every upgrade erases Access to previous issues

*2025-03-16, version 26.0.0*

I have been a subscriber since 2008. When this app came online, it was slow, but at least I could find my Content. With every upgrade, my previous purchases have disappeared. Is it fair that I should have to re-purchase all of my previous issues with every upgrade?

### 2/5 — Worked at first

*2025-03-13, version 26.0.0*

I have a paper subscription which is supposed to include digital access. It seems to have locked me out after sending in my renewal. Now I can only see one magazine even though I should have at least a year and a half of magazines to access. Very hard to get support!!

### 1/5 — Every upgrade erases Access to previous issues

*2025-02-16*

I have been a subscriber since 2008. When this app came online, it was slow, but at least I could find my Contant. With every upgrade, my previous purchases have disappeared. Is it fair that I should have to re-purchase all of my previous issues with every upgrade?

### 1/5 — No history

*2025-02-12, version 26.0.0*

I am a very longtime subscriber and user of the previous app. The new version has not saved any history of my previously downloaded magazines. There are also only the 3 most recent magazines to download; you cannot search by issue # (eg. #218 or  summer 2022). The explore function comes up with only 4 articles and there is nothing in my library archives. I do expect to have access to all the issues since the beginning of my subscription period but this is far from what is currently offered.

### 1/5 — Done

*2025-02-05, version 26.0.0*

Your update works great if you want to shut out your subscribers.   I have a subscription where I get a hard copy and a digital.  I love having digital so I can travel with it easier.   But now I’m locked out, cants see any of the issues and I’ve been a subscriber for years.  This is not the first time this has happened.   I most like am done with this magazine

### 1/5 — Doesn’t recognize login

*2023-10-09, version 22.1.0*

I’m a paid Threads Insider but the app doesn’t recognize my email/password. Triple checked and I can login online just fine. App is pointless and disappointing. Customer service wouldn’t help, just kept resetting my password even though I told them that wasn’t the issue.

### 5/5 — Never disappoint

*2023-05-08, version 21.0.5*

I’ve been a Threads reader for many years and find it to be a great sewing resource. This periodic gem is always choc full of the latest in sewing advice and techniques (ie: Top down, center out pants fitting)! I can’t remember one issue that, after reading, I hadn’t learned at least one new tip. Thank you all for Threads!

### 5/5 — Very poorly designed app

*2023-04-09, version 21.0.5*

This app is extremely frustrating. The issues take ages to download and they never download fully. It is unclear what I paid for/what is included in my subscription. I thought I would have access to all old issues but the system lets me partially browse about six. If subscription means ‘current issues’, I can’t access the latest without paying extra. What kind if a joke is this?!!

## Frequently asked questions about Threads Magazine

### What kind of content does the Threads Magazine app offer?

The app provides comprehensive garment-sewing instruction, including in-depth articles, inspiring ideas, patterns, fabric advice, insider secrets, and designer techniques. It also features linkable and searchable content, techniques videos, and slideshows to enhance the learning experience.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

The app is designed for anyone interested in garment sewing, regardless of their skill level. It caters to beginners looking to learn the fundamentals and advanced sewers seeking to master complex skills and explore new trends.

### How can I access the digital editions of Threads Magazine?

You can access digital editions by downloading the app and then subscribing to auto-renewable plans or purchasing single issues. If you are a current print subscriber or a paid Threads Insider, you can get free access to digital editions by signing in with your customer number or member email in the Settings tab.

### What are the subscription options and pricing?

Subscription plans include a 1-year plan for $32.99 (6 issues) and a 2-month plan for $5.99 (1 issue), both of which automatically renew until canceled. Single copies can be purchased for $6.99 and are not automatically renewed.

### Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription by accessing your iTunes account settings before the 24-hour renewal period ends. Please note that subscriptions cannot be canceled or refunded once purchased.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.0.7 — 2026-05-26

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 26.0.2 — 2026-01-26

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 26.0.1 — 2026-01-19

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 26.0.0 — 2025-01-16

Welcome to our brand-new app that takes your reading experience to the next level:

• Enjoy a User-friendly Design!
• Explore Section: Read articles before making a purchase
• Easily toggle between reading modes
• Engage with the Text-to-Speech feature
• Effortlessly search across all issues
• Create an Account: Log in and access your content seamlessly across platforms
• Choose between Light and Dark mode

### 24.0.2 — 2024-05-20

- General improvements
- Improved stability
- Minor bug fixing

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