What Is Charmeuse Fabric? Charmeuse vs Satin, Momme Weights and How to Sew It
Charmeuse is a light, liquid satin with a shiny face and dull back. Learn how it differs from regular satin, what momme…
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What Is Organza? Silk vs Polyester Organza, Organza vs Chiffon and Organdy
Organza is the sheer, crisp fabric behind bridal overlays, puff sleeves and gift bags. Learn how it is made, the main types,…
What Is Taffeta? Silk vs Polyester Taffeta, Types and How to Sew It
Taffeta is the crisp, rustling fabric of ball gowns, petticoats and jacket linings. Learn what it is made of, the main types,…
Types of Lace: 14 Laces by Name, How They Are Made and What to Use Them For
From Chantilly and Alencon to guipure, Raschel and eyelet: how each type of lace is made, how to recognise it, what it…
What Is Velour? Velour vs Velvet vs Velveteen and How to Care for It
Velour is a soft, stretchy, plush pile fabric used for tracksuits, robes, baby clothes and upholstery. Learn how it is made, how…
What Is Jute Fabric? The Golden Fibre, Jute vs Burlap and Its Uses
Jute is the golden fibre of Bangladesh and India. Learn how jute fabric is made, how it differs from burlap and hemp,…
What Is Neoprene? What It Is Made Of, How It Works and Where It Is Used
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber foam used in wetsuits, braces, sleeves and fashion. Here is what it is made of, how it…
What Is Hemp Fabric? How It Is Made, Hemp vs Linen vs Cotton
Hemp fabric is woven or knitted from the stalk fibres of industrial hemp. Learn how it is made, how it compares with…
How to Make Embroidered Patches: Machine and Hand Methods, Borders and Iron-On Backing
Make clean, durable embroidered patches at home: the materials you need, the in-the-hoop machine method, a hand-stitched method, borders, backings and troubleshooting.
What Is Denim? Twill Weave, Weights and Raw vs Selvedge Explained
Denim is a warp-faced cotton twill dyed with indigo. This guide explains the weave, weights, raw and selvedge denim, stretch blends and…