If you have freshly dyed some clothes or bought a new pair of denim jeans, you might be worried that the indigo dye will run or rub off and ruin the rest of your clothes. This process of dye being removed from fabric by rubbing or running is known as crocking in the textile industry….
If you suffer from arthritis, but love crocheting, you might be in the market for an ergonomic crochet hook! So many people tend to give up crocheting when arthritis sets in, but the right crochet hook can ease the pain and discomfort, and help you enjoy crocheting again. Which is the best ergonomic crochet hook…
Knitting is a fun and convenient technique of garment-making. You can create almost any accessory or clothing by knitting yarn by intermeshing loops of yarn and knitted fabrics are comfortable to wear. There are primarily two kinds of knitting: warp knitting and weft knitting. Although several variations exist, the basics kinds for knitting fabrics are…
Polyester has quickly but silently taken over many closets. You’d be surprised at how many polyester items you own if you couldn’t be bothered to check tags while shopping for clothes. It has come a long way from the time it was first introduced. First beloved, it was then labeled ugly, cheap, and even uncomfortable….
Did you just join a weaving class, or have hopes of doing so soon? If you’re in the “fiber arts” world, you will most likely come across the term spinning a lot. Perhaps you may even be interested in taking up the skill alongside weaving. When you think about it, spinning and weaving are sequential…
If you have been using yarn for knitting, crocheting, or any other crafts and hobbies, then you would have noticed that these are made from a variety of materials. These include nylon, wool, bamboo fiber, cotton, silk, banana fiber, and a lot more. You may be having a favorite yarn that you love the feel…
Tie-dye is possibly the best thing that could ever happen to plain apparel. The stunning fabric dyeing technique has global admiration, which runs across generations. If you concur with this love for tie-dye and plan to do it yourself, or have done it but still have your colors running, you must be wondering how to…
Pony bead animals are so incredibly fun to make, and you can get so creative with the different colors and designs that you use! It is a great craft for both kids and adults to get stuck into, but other than the pony beads, you need to have the right materials to not only ensure…
Wooden jewelry is a refreshing alternative to the traditionally valued gold and silver. It is a highly customizable, lightweight, and affordable material for handmade jewelry and perfect for organic eco-friendly themes. Unlike other wooden crafts that you may love to show off their natural appeal and grain patterns, jewelry needs some oomph, and the best…
Painting leather is a great way to add your unique touch to an item with a leather surface such as a bag, shoe, or even a piece of furniture. Even if you don’t really have much artistic skill, you can create beautiful abstract or geometric patterns with just a paintbrush and some inexpensive paints. What…