Sewing and Quilting Guide
Sewing and
quilting are hobbies that never go out of style. Whether you are making alterations to those great new
trousers that you bought or if you just like to do a little
supplies that you need right here.
Choosing the Right Fabrics
No matter what your project may be, you want to be sure that you are using the right
fabrics. Choose from
designer material!
* '''Clothing Fabric:''' There are many choices of material when it comes to
sewing your own clothes. Beginners will probably feel more comfortable sewing with a softer and more manageable fabric, whereas heavier fabrics may require a more practised hand.
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Chiffon
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Cotton
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Fleece
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Linen
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Organza
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Satin
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Silk
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Tulle
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Velvet
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Wool
* '''Quilting Fabric:''' A
quilt is typically composed of three layers. There is a background fabric, a fabric for the bottom of the quilt, and fluffy batting in between the two.
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Appliqué
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Batting
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Quilting Squares
* '''Upholstery Fabric:''' When you’re
upholstering or
reupholstering a piece of
furniture, you'll need a heavier fabric that can withstand the wear and tear that upholstery has to take over years of use.
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Brunschwig & Fils
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Knoll
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Scalamandre
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Sunbrella
Choosing the Right Threads
Be sure to choose the right quality
quilting thread for your project. Pick a thread colour that matches the colour that occurs most often in your fabric. If an exact match can't be found, always go a shade or two darker, not lighter, or think about a contrast stitching. We will also recommend always going with the more expensive thread; though it's tough to see with the naked eye, cheaper threads often have a lot of loose fibres, which weaken the thread and therefore the stitches.
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'''Cotton:''' Cotton thread is great for fabrics that don't have a lot of stretch to them. Cotton stitches will not hold up well to stretching, but will look better than polyester or silk threads.
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Polyester:''' Though polyester's sheen can look strange on some projects, it is best for clothing that has a stretch to it. It is also great for embroidery due to its strength.
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'''Silk:''' '''Both silk and cotton are good for use with delicate fabrics; go for silk if the fabric needs to stretch.
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Quilting Thread:''' Quilting thread is usually made of cotton and provides strength for stitching through layers along with helping the quilt hold up over time.
Evaluating Sewing Machines
Think about what you are comfortable using, what you are looking for, and how much you are willing to spend. These are all important factors to consider before you buy. You may want to read our
Guide to Sewing Machines for more details!
Sewing and Quilting Accessories
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