Polyester does not shrink under normal circumstances – when it is washed in cold water and ironed at low heat. The fabric is made of synthetic fibers, has good dimensional stability, and resists shrinkage – in direct contrast to all other natural fibers like cotton and linen. Shrinkage resistance of polyester fabric during normal wear … Read more
If you take care of your things they will last a long time – this adage cannot be more true for clothes than anything else. 20 rules to care for the fabric of your clothes First rule for taking care of your clothes is to buy quality fabrics. If the garment is made of the … Read more
Home made starch and fabric stiffeners are so easy to make, it is not nice that you are not making it instead of using the unnaturally fragranced starch from the stores or worse not starching at all. How to make fabric stiff at home There is no question that starch is good for your clothes. … Read more
Who does not like leather; Who does not want the distinction that leather gives you! The elegance of leather products when used to make clothing, accessories or home decor is unparalleled. Nothing to say about the durability of Leather; With age, leather gets better looking – wish I could say that about myself. Not many … Read more
In fashion design, fabric behavior can make or break a garment. And washing fabrics before sewing is a basic step in preparing it for sewing. Pre-washing is not just about ensuring that your fabric is clean and free of dirt before sewing it into a favourite garment—it’s also about ensuring your fabric performs well after … Read more
Silk is my all-time favorite fabric – for silk scarves, silk dresses, silk slips, silk skirts, silk sarees, silk tops – the list is endless. I can wear anything in silk. But at one time, I used to stop myself from buying silk fabric, thinking about the difficulty in maintaining it – brittleness splits, discoloration, … Read more