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Updating Vintage Fabric Information?

Image via Flickr   As we were updating the information in our Vintage Fabric section here at Fabrics.net we discovered web sites that we had forgotten.  Many of these web sites have been updated too so we found new information.  If you enjoy learning more about Vintage Fabrics or enjoy looking at the styles of yesterday we are happy to share these …

The Hunt for Vintage Cotton: In Search of Warp Ends

This hunt for and knowledge of vintage cottons column was inspired by several queries to fabric.net about Indian Head and a nudge from Judith. First, the revival of cotton, saving us all from the polyester blahs, is due in large part to quilters demanding premium muslin and the southern heirloom ladies for insisting on fine swiss. However, …

Best material for baby swaddle blanket – muslin?

We’re looking for the best fabric to use to make a baby swaddle blanket and were not sure what options were available. It seems like within the last few years a lot of people have started using muslin swaddle blankets vs. the traditional cotton flannel.  They seem to be more breathable and lightweight. However, I found that …

The Great WWI Paris Designer Label Scandal

WWI Paris Designer Label

Which One IS the Toni? I am indebted to author and collector Thelma Bernard whose research serves as the basis for this column. She unearthed the following information from her vast collection of old publications and felt it would have universal interest to vintage garment collectors as well as to collectors of all vintage items. This is …

Determing yards for nylon chiffon pettiskirt

nylon chiffon petticoat

Determining how many yards of Nylon Chiffon to purchase for Pettiskirt It is important that you know how to determine the number of yards you need when buying nylon chiffon fabric, this way, you save an extra penny. To compute, add the number of inches of LENGTH  to the total number of strips and divide it by 36 …

TYPES OF PRINTS ON T-SHIRTS?

Dear Sir, I would like to ask you about the Prints on T-shirts,types of prints,and finally Better types of prints. Actually my intention is How can we find the best type of Print and how can we select best type of T-shirt to buy.. Waiting for ur valuable response… By: SATHISH RD

How to make nylon chiffon petticoat

nylon chiffon petticoat

Make nylon chiffon petticoat A petticoat is an undergarment used under a skirt. It gives the dress or skirt a full-bodied look. What do you need for nylon chiffon petticoat Five yards nylon chiffon Elastic Ribbon Directions to create nylon chiffon petticoat Using 5 yards of nylon chiffon and sew a basting stitch (a long, running stitch) along the top of the material. Add …

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