Textiles

A perfectly executed hand quilting stitch has been envied and admired since the art of quilt making began. Quilters are in awe of beautifully hand-stitched quilts. Yet, most of them…

People generally develop their own preferences when it comes to choosing a weaving thread based on what type works best for them. But, what is considered the best? The majority…

New sewers are often intimidated by making their own alterations, especially adding pockets to a lined skirt. But, a little known secret is that pockets are actually quite simple to…

Sewing fleece and cotton together can be very tricky. They are both stretchy and that means a different type of sewing method. Also, they are not usually pure, which means…

When you buy a bracelet for yourself, there is a good chance you will try it on first. So, you don’t have to worry about it being too big or…

With so many crochet hooks to choose from, how do you choose the right one? Well, the size of the hook you use for crocheting depends on the thickness of…

When knitting mittens, you want the highest quality yarn to keep your fingers warm and something affordable and durable that won’t break the bank or wear after a couple of…

Buttons come loose or fall off of jackets all the time. Whether it’s from overuse, if it’s a shirt you enjoy wearing often, or weak threads used by the manufacturer,…

A down jacket is a large, padded jacket, typically made from synthetic fibers such as nylon or polyester. These jackets are meant to be worn as an outer layer, and…

Compression pants or clothing in general, are made to fit tightly to the skin in order to provide support and increase oxygen received. This results in better blood flow and…