Fabrics

Cashmere is a luxury fabric that is highly prized for its natural fiber and durability. Cashmere is incredibly soft, with its close-knit design and thin yarn and thread. Although cashmere …

Cotton and cashmere are two materials that are both natural, durable, and soft. Both have their benefits and can be used in several applications. Understanding the differences between the two …

Cashmere is a special type of soft wool that can be teased into thread or fine yarn to make sweaters, shawls, scarves, and more. Cashmere is a wonderfully soft, warm, …

Warm and soft throughout the winter, cashmere is a wonderful and luxury material that has no equal in the world. Primarily created by hand, cashmere is a particular fiber that …

Cashmere is a luxury item that is soft, warm, and wonderful to own. Cashmere knitwear, though, can be delicate, so protecting your garment is a top priority. When it comes …

Silk is a luxurious fabric used to make everything from evening gowns to bed sheets. It’s the strongest natural textile in the world. Despite its strength, its softness and luminous …

The semi-synthetic fabric modal frequently used in textiles and clothes comes from the beech tree. The pulp of the tree forms the basis of this rayon that provides a more …

We all know and love the soft and luxurious feeling of velvet. I can remember the first time I held it in my hands. I was a young child, and …

We interact with different materials every day, ranging from the clothing we wear to the tools we use. Rayon is an incredibly strong and durable fabric that can be used …

By now, everyone on the planet does his best not to step on blue suede shoes. Unless, of course, they’re wearing them, and that’s a whole other song. The only …

I remember visiting my great aunt as a child, sitting perfectly still and lady-like on her teal brocade Empire-style sofa. I longed to run my hand over the rolled back …

Many people think that wool only comes from sheep but that is not the case. There are many types of wool and many of them come from different animals and …

Pretty much everyone has at least one garment in their closet that is made of cotton fabric but did you know that there are an array of different types of …

Since the beginning of humanity, we have used leather in various ways and for many purposes. One of the most common ways is for clothes and shoes. This practice continues …

We often don’t think about the fabric our clothes and shoes are made of until we a) want to sew our own apparel or b) need to check the care …

Whether you want to discreetly accommodate a few extra pounds or show off your toned physique at the gym, clothing made from stretch fabric can really come in handy.  I …

Weaving is a way in which several common cloth and fabric styles are created. Weaving can create durable fabrics like satin and cotton that we use every day. Although we …

What is cloth texture? Cloth textures are a non-uniformity in the fabric, usually due to the type of fiber, material and spinning process. For example, ring spun yarns have more …

I grew up in a family of crafters. My dad carves amazing figurines out of wood and I spent many evenings relaxing and watching television as a kid while my …

What comes to mind when you hear the world twill? Most people believe twill to be a type of fabric often used to make twill pants. Here’s where it gets …

If you have a heart for crafts and love sewing, then you might have probably stumbled on the internet to look for fabric stores that offer something you’re particular with. …