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in the shop, current classes and workshops, visiting instructors, and
special topics.
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How to Felt Wool Jersey
Kathy Davis, Production Manager for The Sewing Workshop Pattern Collection
has contributed an article covering the complexities of felting wool
jersey and constructing a garment.
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Choosing Fabrics
There is such a tremendous selection of fabrics available; the job of choosing
fabric can be overwhelming. As you peruse the different fabrics,
you may be drawn to the bright, splashy colors at first. Then, the
subtle colors, interesting textures and weaves present you with more possibilities. It
is essential to be informed about fabrics, so that your project is successful. But,
it is still important for you to fall in love with the fabric! read
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Fabric Care
We carry many different fabrics all with unique care instructions. This
will clarify your questions about the fabrics you bought. Whatever you
do to a fabric make sure the most severe treatment occurs before you cut
out your garment. read
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Fabric Identification: The Burn Test
To identify fabric that is unknown, a simple burn test can be done to determine
if the fabric is a natural fiber, man made fiber, or a blend of natural and
man made fibers. The burn test is used by many fabric stores and designers
and takes practice to determine the exact fiber content. read
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Making Rayon Batiks
I specifically chose Bali ("the island of the gods") as a vacation destination
because of the fabulous batik fabric that is produced there. It was February
1999 and my search for rayon batik fabric led me to Benny and Frida, who,
with their two sons, run a small and very ethical batik factory specializing
in high quality, artistic rayon fabrics. Benny and I agree our meeting
was destiny, not chance. read
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SILK : Care & Handling
It is only natural for silks to have some irregularities; this is the nature
of 100% silk fabric. Surface variations in silk are to be expected and
are desirable. Silk, after all, is a natural fiber, and variations in
the weave of silk fabrics are characteristics of the fabric and are in
no way to be considered defective. read
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History of Silk
For over 4,000 years, this sleek, sensuous cloth derived from a member
of the caterpillar family has held the position as the “Queen of
Textiles”. It has been woven into luxurious tapestries, rugs, garments,
and accessories for centuries. read
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Our Vietnamese Silk
Vietnam has a centuries-old tradition of silk weaving and embroidery. Golden
Thread Silks carries Vietnamese fabrics woven in villages that have been
producing silks for nearly a thousand years. These textiles are made by
small family weaving enterprises using traditional methods of thread spinning,
weaving and dyeing. read
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Directory of Resources
Our collection of online sewing related links and recommendations for local
businesses.
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