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The Art of Upcycling Knit Fabrics

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 31st Jan 2024

The Art of Upcycling Knit Fabrics

Read Time: 3mWelcome to my in-depth look at upcycling knit fabrics. If you're passionate about both sewing and sustainability, you've come to the right place. Today, we'll look at how to turn tho …

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What Is GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)?

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 1st Dec 2022

What Is GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)?

Read Time: 1m 40sThe Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the world's leading textile processing standard when it comes to organic fibres. It defines high-level environmental criteria along the e …

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What Is Cotton Elastane French Terry and What To Make?

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 11th Nov 2022

What Is Cotton Elastane French Terry and What To Make?

What Exactly is Cotton Elastane French Terry?French terry is a multi-purpose knit fabric with smooth face side and soft visible loops on the inside. This knit has the same cosy, soft texture as your …

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What Is Cotton Elastane Jersey And What To Make?

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 2nd Nov 2021

What Is Cotton Elastane Jersey And What To Make?

Read Time: 1m 20sWhat Exactly is Cotton Elastane Jersey?A single knit jersey composed of cotton and elastane. My premium medium weight Australian and European cotton elastane jersey has 4 wa …

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Hemline Eyelets 8.7MM Starter Kits

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 24th Jul 2021

Hemline Eyelets 8.7MM Starter Kits

Read Time: 1mDiscover the Versatility of Hemline Eyelet Starter Kits for Sewing ProjectsAs a sewer, you know how important it is to have the right tools for the job. When it comes to adding a professi …

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Hemline Elastic Glides in 6MM, 12MM and 20MM

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 17th Jul 2021

Hemline Elastic Glides in 6MM, 12MM and 20MM

Read Time: 1mFor a few dollars, the Elastic Glides 3 Pack just makes sense for sewing enthusiasts.$4.80 gets you 3 elastic glides in 6MM, 12MM and 20MM allowing you to thread a variety of elastic …

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What is Bamboo Elastane Jersey And What To Make?

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 7th Jul 2021

What is Bamboo Elastane Jersey And What To Make?

Read Time: 40sWhat Is Bamboo Elastane Jersey?A single knit jersey with either a two- or four-way stretch is constructed from bamboo fibre and combined with elastane (also known as spandex and lycra).F …

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What is Power Mesh/Power Net And What To Make?

Posted by Wicked Fabrics - Vivi Richards on 5th Jul 2021

What is Power Mesh/Power Net And What To Make?

Read Time: 1mWhat is "power mesh"? Good question.Most sewist who make their own performance or athletic wear would've come across the term power mesh/power net at one time or another. It is …

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