Types of Corduroy Fabric : (Tips for buying and sewing)

Corduroy is a cut pile fabric with a lustrous and soft, fuzzy surface. It has the appearance of thin stripes on the surface because of “wales” or “ribs” which are woven into the surface and these give the special texture to the fabric.  It is popularly used to make casual pants, jeans, jackets, skirts, jumpers, … Read more

Acrylic material used for clothes : A comprehensive guide

  What is Acrylic fabric ? Acrylic fabric is a soft, warm lightweight, and fluffy fabric made from a type of synthetic polymer derived from petroleum. It is considered as a substitute for wool fabric. The Acrylic fiber is a synthetic, man-made fiber made out of a synthetic polymer. To be more specific and technical, … Read more

How to wash and care for Zari work : 10 Do’s and Don’ts

When you first buy zari worked fabric, it is a dream – the sparkle and shine of zari (the fine gold or silver coloured thread) embroidery or weave that embellishes fabric on borders or as motifs are something else. But after sometime, it becomes so dull and dark. It is like some disease has affected … Read more

Organdy Fabric: Types, Characteristics, Uses, and sewing Tips

Organdy Fabric is a plain weave fabric which is crisp, lightweight and semi-transparent. The fabric has to undergo a special finishing which results in its crispness/ stiffness. Types of Organdy fabric The cotton organdy is a plain weave fabric, made of combed spun cotton yarn, which makes it smooth and fine. A Switzerland-made very fine … Read more

Cheesecloth (Can you make clothes with it?)

As the name suggests, the cheesecloth is primarily used for making cheese but has other uses like that of a summer ready tunic dress. Yes, you can make clothes with cheesecloth, but it wouldnot look like clothes you make with any other fabric. It is a loosely woven gauzy transparent fabric with a unique texture … Read more