Before you cut and apply a fusible or sew-in interfacing, you must choose the right one. Here's a list of interfacings type and thickness.

Dec 19, 2017 · There are two basic categories that fabrics fall into: knits and wovens. Learn how to better understand and identify these categories.

Apr 4, 2025 · Called piña cloth, it is a lightweight woven textile made by hand from the fibers of pineapple leaves. This cellulosic fiber has unique properties that made it highly prized first in the …

Sep 18, 2008 · Hi, I have several knit patterns and not enough knits to be found how can I convert these fabulous pieces to a woven fabric that has less give. Thanks

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Learn to use stay tapes for knits for topnotch results. These methods are straightforward and fast, but are rarely included in patterns.

Place 1 /2-inch-wide fusible woven stay tape along the front shoulder seamlines. The stabilized front then stabilizes the back. If you serge or otherwise finish the seam allowances together, you can …

In this article from Threads #184 (April/May 2016), Kelly Tygert shares a method for improving the fit of woven garments. She writes: Plenty of garments designed for wovens would benefit from adding a …

Nov 12, 2021 · Unlike a woven fabric, which is composed of a series of warp (lengthwise) yarns interlaced with a series of weft (crosswise) yarns, a knit fabric is made up of one or more yarns …

Jul 20, 2021 · Wrap garment patterns for dresses, tops, and jumpsuits are always stylish, comfortable, and great transitional pieces for your wardrobe.