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Textile Weaves: Plain, Twill, Satin and Patterned Structures
The three foundational weave families A woven fabric interlaces warp and weft yarns. Plain, twill and satin describe different arrangements of th…
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Ironing Cotton: Care Labels, Heat and Surface Protection
Many cotton garments can be ironed
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Choosing Sewing Needles: Machine System, Fabric and Thread
Match the needle to the machine first
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Is Polyester Breathable? Construction and Comfort Matter
Polyester does not have one level of breathability Polyester is a fiber, not a weave. It can be made into open mesh, lightweight knits, dense wov…
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Removing Linen Wrinkles: Pressing, Steaming and Care Limits
Start with the care label
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Sustainable Fashion: Materials, Manufacturing and Longer Use
A term covering many different impacts Sustainable fashion describes efforts to improve environmental and social outcomes across clothing’s lifec…
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Using a Sewing Machine: Setup, Practice and First Seams
Use the manual for your machine
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Organic Cotton: Fiber Claims, Certification and Finished Fabrics
Organic describes how the cotton is grown An organic cotton claim concerns cotton produced under an applicable organic agriculture standard. It s…
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Washing Wool Sweaters: Label-Led Washing and Drying
Check the sweater’s care claim
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Thread Count Explained: What It Tells You About Sheets
What thread count measures Thread count describes the number of warp and weft threads in a square inch of woven fabric. It is one construction me…
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Choosing Bed Sheet Fabric: Fiber, Weave and Care
Choose sheets by fiber and construction A good sheet fabric suits your comfort preferences, mattress and laundry routine. Fiber names and constru…
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Choosing Fabric for Summer Clothes: Weight, Fit and Fiber
Summer comfort depends on the whole garment Fiber content matters, but weight, construction, fit and layering also affect comfort. A lightweight,…
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