Before customizing a t-shirt or other fabric item, make sure you have the right kind of paint for your chosen fabric. Some fabrics, like polyester, don’t take regular fabric puff paint very well and may require a different kind of paint. So, what are the best fabric paints for polyester? The best fabric paints…
Building up your wardrobe takes time, and when choosing the clothes, drapes, etc. you want to purchase, you do want to make sure you are spending your money on fabric that will last. The best way to build a durable wardrobe is to choose strong fabrics that will be long-lasting. This not only means that…
A corset is a versatile garment that can be made from many different types of fabric. Some fabrics are better for corsets than others, so it’s important to choose the right type of fabric when making this type of garment. What are the best fabrics for corsets? Vintage corsets are often made from coutil, silk…
Wardrobe malfunctions can push you to take the most desperate of measures. And if it ever happens to you, your first thought will be super glue. No surprise there. Super glue has for ages saved countless situations with its incredibly fast and durable bonding ability – not to mention how ubiquitous and affordable it is….
It’s hat season, and you are probably stocking up on beanies to stay toasty. But a knit or crochet hat is never complete without a pom pom attached to the top. Pom poms are super cute, fun, and maybe a little quirky. If you love them as much as we do, you may be interested…
Sewing can seem intimidating, especially when you think about the tools and materials you need to get before starting. However, it’s still a very useful skill to pick up, allowing you to make simple alterations and mend clothes to extend the life of your garments. Is sewing hard? Hand sewing is not hard. You can…
Blocking is an important part of crocheting. They help to keep your work from warping and make your stitches look neater. When crocheting repetitive motifs like granny squares, blocking is a required step to help all of your granny squares achieve the desired shape and size. What are the best blocking mats for crochet? If…
A loose dress is a great way to feel comfortable and stylish at the same time, but your curves may get lost in all the fabric. Sometimes, you don’t want to permanently alter the item because you want to style it in different ways. Fortunately, there are many ways that you can make the dress…
Turning a romper into a blouse is a great way to get more wear out of your clothing as the weather starts to get colder. It’s also a good way to show off your creative side. How to turn a romper into a blouse? You can remove the crotch of the shorts and hem the…
Crochet clothing and home decor items have been all the buzz lately, and you can see that a lot of fashion brands are jumping on the trend. Given crochet’s popularity, many wonder whether mass-produced crochet is made by machines or by hand. Can crochet be done by machine? No crochet cannot be done by machine….