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Calculating Fabric for Upholstery

This is a super handy illustration and chart on how much fabric needed to reupholster. Thank you Honey and Fitz !

Tips to select the perfect upholstery fabric.

So many people ask about fabric suitability for upholstery I thought I'd put some thoughts to consider.<br>Pets? Don't use fabric with a nap (velvet, some suedes). Pet hair will be caught in the nap.<br>Don't use fabric with exposed thread, embroideries, some textured wovens. If you can grab the ...

10 of the Cutest Embroidery Ideas We've Ever Seen

This Chart Shows You How Much Fabric You Need to Reupholster Furniture

You can get unique, low cost furniture by reupholstering used pieces yourself. However, it can be a challenge to figure out how much fabric you need based on the type and shape of your item. These charts show you how much fabric you'll need for common chairs, sofas, and stools.

Guide to Purchasing a Sewing Machine

When it comes to sewing machines and fabric variances, you want a machine that's going to be able to tackle any job &amp; provide the best comfort of use possible.

Textiles 101: What is Casement Fabric?

Lightweight casement fabric is ideal for curtains thanks to its lovely drape. Read up on this versatile textile and shop a few favorites.

Textiles 101: What Is Ikat Fabric?

Coveted in both fashion and interiors, ikat is created through a resist-dyeing process that's highly labor intensive—with gorgeous results.

European Textile Makers Give Antiviral Fabrics a Try — Will They Work?

While addressing consumers’ safety and health concerns, these “new gen” fabrics pose questions of safety, sustainability and compliance with countries’ regulations.

How One Women is Saving The Environment, One Piece of Designer Fabric at a Time

When Jessica Schreiber saw a need in the market for recycling commercial textile, she leaped at the opportunity to make a difference. Her non-profit, FABSCRAP, gives brands a place to recycle extra fabric, and more. She also works to educate people on commercial waste and helps brands be more transparent about their sustainability efforts to consumers.

What That Little Piece Of Fabric Under Your Couch Cushion Is Actually For

Have you ever wondered what that little piece of fabric under your couch cushion is really for...

Textiles, Fabrics & Carpets for People Who Love Them!

Fibercopia is a site for people who love textiles: vintage, modern, unique &amp; interesting fabrics &amp; carpets from all over the world

Textiles 101: What Is Brushed Cotton?

Brushed cotton is an ultra-soft woven fabric that's similar to flannel. Read on to see why it's a designer staple.

What to do with textiles

Please remember that textiles do not go in the curbside recycling cart. They are considered contaminants. Only place glass bottles and jars with the lids

How to Use Fabric Cleanability Codes to Clean Fabric

To clean an upholstered piece, refer to its cleanability code as it helps to decide on the most appropriate method of cleaning.

How To Clean Textile Motorcycle Gear

When it comes to textile motorcycle gear, there’s a fine line between looking well-traveled and being just plain dirty.

How Textiles Drive Fashion

From shearling to fur to velvet, many of this season’s most prevalent runway trends were driven by textiles.

How to Make an Indigo-Dyed Textile

How to dye a textile to look like natural indigo dying techniques such as Shibori. This can be done with box dye!

How to buy a smart home, piece by piece

Building a New Textile Economy

Our clothing is manufactured and transported at great cost to human welfare and our warming planet. But farmers and fashion activists are creating sustainable textiles closer to home.

Fabric Cutting Table Buying Guide

The ideal cutting table is about three feet wide, four feet high and at least six feet long. It also has storage shelves and drawers underneath to hold sewing and ironing supplies, fabric and all of your other sewing room essentials. The only problem with owning an ideal cutting table is it is so big …