Is spandex stretchy? – Today this question feels like someone is asking, “Is the moon round ?” or if “an elephant is big”?. Everyone who knows something about clothes knows about the elasticity of spandex. Spandex, the word itself, is an anagram for “expands,” so who doubts its stretchiness? “Spandex has kept my derriere lifted, … Read more
A polka dot pattern on fabric refers to evenly sized and symmetrically spaced dots printed or woven on fabric. The pattern usually involves contrasts and consists of light-colored dots on a dark background or dark-colored dots on a light-colored background. It is basicaly a geographic fabric pattern. Polka dots are traditionally black and white but … Read more
This post is about different ways to make your fabric waterproof, water-resistant, or water repellent with easy DIY methods. These are methods worth trying when you want to waterproof your outdoor clothes or outdoor upholstery like cushions, patio coverings, tents, etc. DIY Waterproofing Wikipedia describes the process as waterproofing – The process of making something … Read more
When sewing, we don’t do it in isolation. To get a professional result, you have to look beyond the stitch—you have to look at the fabric weight, in addition to many other things. When a t-shirt puckers under your embroidery machine needle or creates hole when you prick a thick needle or doesn’t drape as … Read more
Polyester fabric, the ever-so-popular, smooth, strong and durable man-made synthetic fabric, is made from petroleum-based synthetic fibers. These fibers are composed of synthesized polymers, which are long chains of repeating molecules. The process of making polyester fabric is fascinating – some basic materials dug from the soil is made into a fabric of significant utility … Read more
When you think of snow, winter, cold, chilled, shivering, freezing, cuddling, etc you think of wool. It is a natural progression. Wool is equated as the material that is the most insulating and warmth giving ever. And the best thing is that man discovered this secret a long long time ago – the secret of … Read more