Fabrics used for scarves

Scarf, that piece of fabric worn around the neck, for fashion or comfort, comes in many sizes, fabrics and styles.  All of them are equally gorgeous but some of them are more of a favorite than others. Here I have tried to distinguish my favorite types of scarves according to the fabric used, the prints … Read more

Types of lining material

The lining is not for the fainthearted in sewing. But once you line a garment you are sold for life. The change in the look and drape of the clothing makes you a convert. Jackets, trousers, skirts, coats, dresses – you may want to line all that you sew. Related post – Learn more about … Read more

Types of Wool Fabric (A list of 39 names)

Wool is the general name given to the fabric made from the fiber derived from the fleece of Sheep and also of Camels, llama, Vicuna, Cashmere goat, and Angora goat. There are several such animals whose fleece or hair produces fibers that are used to make woolen textiles. And they also have different varieties, resulting … Read more

Different types of Felt fabric and its uses

You may know felt fabric as just a craft supply used to make ornaments and school projects but it is much more than that. The felt textile may be soft and supple or tough and coarse according to its purpose and the way it is made – through artisanal techniques or industrial ones. And it … Read more

12 Best Organic & Eco-Friendly Fabrics for Sustainability

The eco-friendly fabrics you can use if you are concerned about the environmental impact of different textiles include recycled fabrics, organic cotton, hemp, bamboo, ramie, organic jute, Tencel, organic linen, organic silk, recyclable PET fabric, PLA fabric, modal, organic wool, and other sustainable fabrics. You decide on the nature of the fabric looking at a … Read more