Stored somewhere in my attic or basement, I have boxes of old Simplicity patterns. For you young’uns who think the only way to get clothing is to buy it readymade at a store, here is a history lesson: ...

James J. Shapiro, who helped revolutionize the home sewing industry as a founder and president of Simplicity Pattern Co., died Friday at his home at the Carlyle Hotel in Manhattan. He was 85. The ...