Menu When it comes to choosing fabrics for swimwear, polyester/spandex blends are often going to work best. Although more expensive than other blends, polyester is resistant to harsh chemicals such as chlorine. Polyester won’t fade over time and won’t pill or ball up. Nylon/spandex blends will also work, but nylon is not as UV resistant […]
Twill Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Twill Fabric Twill fabric is a durable textile made using the Twill weave, one of the three original weaves used to make textiles. The term “Twill” does not relate to a particular kind of cloth fiber; rather, it describes a specific weaving method that yields a diagonal pattern. Satin and plain weave, on […]
Tulle Fabric: History, Property, Use, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Tulle Fabric Tulle fabric is a delicate netting fabric created from synthetic materials like nylon or natural fibers like silk. Polyester Tulle, readily available and relatively inexpensive, is the fabric of choice today. Tulle and netting are extremely similar; the names are sometimes used interchangeably. However, Tulle is softer than netting and more costly while […]
22 Best Serger Machines
Menu Looking for the best serger sewing machine for your home sewing center? Being able to make great things using your sewing machine is exciting and fun, but anyone seriously passionate about sewing wouldn’t want to limit themselves just to that. Also, when it comes to professional sewing, you just can’t rely on a basic […]
Tricot Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Tricot Fabric Tricot fabric is a type of cloth produced using a flatbed knitting machine. Zigzags appear on the face of the cloth, and a crosswise rib appears on the back due to the Tricot weave. It’s slick, plush, and elastic and may be crafted from natural or synthetic materials. It’s knitted […]
Terry Cloth Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Terry cloth is a type of fabric that is neither knitted nor woven. Instead, it has long loops that aren’t cut, and it can soak up a lot of liquid. Terrycloth is used in a wide variety of products in today’s market, from athletic wear to towels and fashion garments. The fabric is woven […]
Taffeta Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Taffeta Fabric Usually made from silk, taffeta fabric is a textile that can be woven using nylon, polyester, acetate, or other synthetic fibers. It is a crisp and plain-woven textile that can be made with various fibers and weaving strengths. The Persian term “taftah,” which means “crisp, woven,” is the root of […]
Swiss Dot Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Swiss Dot Fabric The Swiss dot pattern is embroidered onto thin cotton fabric called Swiss Dot fabric. It is a fine cotton fabric with a simple weave that is soft and embellished with needlework or flocking that has dotted designs. The sequence of dots can be done in several different ways and […]
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Menu About Us at Teach You To Sew concerns tradition and heritage. It all began with my great great grandmother. Her Story In 1877 my great grandmother ventured forth from San Francisco to become one of the early school teachers (mistress) in the town of Mendocino on the California coast. Her mother, (my great-great-grandmother) who […]
Suede Fabric: History, Properties, Uses, Care, Where to Buy
Menu Introduction to Suede Fabric Suede fabric is a type of leather with a smooth, velvety finish because it is manufactured from the underside of animal skin. The underside of animal skin is significantly softer than the outermost layer but has significantly less resistance to pollutants and elements. Although it does not have the same […]