
A Handy Chart of Fusible and Sew-in Interfacing - Threads
Before you cut and apply a fusible or sew-in interfacing, you must choose the right one. Here's a list of interfacings type and thickness.
Knits and Wovens: What's the Difference? - Threads
Dec 19, 2017 · There are two basic categories that fabrics fall into: knits and wovens. Learn how to better understand and identify these categories.
converting knit patterns to wovens - Threads
Sep 18, 2008 · Hi, I have several knit patterns and not enough knits to be found how can I convert these fabulous pieces to a woven fabric that has less give. Thanks
Piña Cloth, Made from Pineapple Leaves - Threads
Apr 4, 2025 · Called piña cloth, it is a lightweight woven textile made by hand from the fibers of pineapple leaves. This cellulosic fiber has unique properties that made it highly prized first in …
How to Stabilize a Shoulder Seam with Stay Tape - Threads
Place 1 /2-inch-wide fusible woven stay tape along the front shoulder seamlines. The stabilized front then stabilizes the back. If you serge or otherwise finish the seam allowances together, …
Pattern Roundup: Wrap Garment Patterns for Wovens and Knits
Jul 20, 2021 · Wrap garment patterns for dresses, tops, and jumpsuits are always stylish, comfortable, and great transitional pieces for your wardrobe.
Know Your Knit Fabrics - Threads
Nov 12, 2021 · Unlike a woven fabric, which is composed of a series of warp (lengthwise) yarns interlaced with a series of weft (crosswise) yarns, a knit fabric is made up of one or more yarns …
Go with the Grain - Sewing Woven Fabrics - Threads
The selvage is the tightly woven edge formed by the crosswise yarns—it runs parallel to the lengthwise grain. Bias refers to any angle between the lengthwise and crosswise grains, but …
Learn about Different Types of Garment Fabrics from Threads …
Sep 19, 2007 · Discover the different types of garment fabrics on the market, including batiste, broadcloth, brocade, calico, canvas, challis, charmeuse, chenille, chiffon, and more!
4 Essential Stay Tapes for Knits - Threads
Learn to use stay tapes for knits for topnotch results. These methods are straightforward and fast, but are rarely included in patterns.