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Fabric Sources: Plants (part 1)
This is article 1 of a multi-part series focusing on three categories of fabric – fabric made from plants, from animals, and from minerals. This month – plants! Did you know that the overall global textile industry is valued at nearly one trillion dollars? The plant-sourced portion of this market grows about 7% annually and […]
Sew Confusing: Pattern Instructions
As you read pattern instructions there may be some unfamiliar terms or worse yet, things that sound similar and you’re not sure what’s what. Let’s take a look at some often-confused terminology and set it straight for your next project. Interfacing/Stabilizer Interfacing (woven, non-woven or knitted) is used anywhere more firmness or body is needed […]
What I’m Sewing: Alyce Blouse
Linda Jensen from the ASG Lake County Chapter shares her experience making this great-fitting blouse from Silhouette Patterns. Q. Item Created A. Blouse Q. Independent Pattern Designer A. Silhouette Patterns Q. Name and Number of Pattern A. Alyce Blouse #621 Q. Fabric Used: A. Stretchy knit, but a wide variety of fabrics can be used […]
