66 articles on "fabric"

Make Your Own Lampshades

Make Your Own Lampshades by: Dean Novosat When redecorating your room, you may be faced with looking for new lampshades (or perhaps a lampshade you currently have has gotten damaged). So why not make your own! If your lamp currently has a lampsh...

Home Improvement  home improvement material lampshade shade light making fabric
Find Out About the Quality Details on Men's Ties Before Buying One....

Find Out About the Quality Details on Men's Ties Before Buying One.... by: Leroy Fong Most men and women are not aware about the inconspicuous details found on mens ties. To appreciate these details would allow the recognition and justifica...

Women  women ties mens silk details fabric lining
Embroidery Stabilizing For Machine Embroidering

Here are some tips to get good results with your embroidery designs sewing.1. When its possible, run your outline stitching first, this will help stabilize your fabric even further!2. I prefer layering solvy while stitching out a design to add dimens...

Travel And Leisure  travel leisure embroidery stabilize stitching fabric backing
How To Make Easy Cafe Curtains

Make Cafe Curtains send this project to a friend! These cafe curtains are simple, inexpensive and take almost no time at all. A lovely way to dress up any kitchen window! MEASURING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. First measure your window height. Cafe curtains can...

Recreation And Sports  recreation sports panel strip cafe loops press fabric
Lessons Learned From Sewing Teddy Bears

Normally all of creativity is dedicated to running my jewelry business, Trinity London. However, in recent months, I've decided to try my hand at sewing, specifically making teddy bears. Since I only attempted any type of sewing within the past ...

Hobbies  hobbies lesson sewing fabric reversible furry
What To Look For In Bespoke Mens Shirts

Bespoke shirt tailoring is undergoing a surge of popularity in the UK as more men realise there are options beyond designer labels. Bespoke tailoring gives the opportunity to specify every aspect of how a shirt is cut, and allows the wearer to experi...

Men  shirt bespoke fabric cuffs mens
Why Do Some Clothes Have To Be Dry Cleaned?

Dry cleaning is a technique for washing clothing and fabrics that uses a chemical solution in the place of water. This chemical solution, which is commonly composed of tetrachloroethylene, is a much gentler way of ridding a fabric of stains, dirt, an...

Family  family clothing fabrics washing cleaning chemical
How to Make Your Own Swimsuit

How to Make Your Own Swimsuit by: Vanessa Lausch Summer is nearly here, and it is time to ensure the maximum amount of fun and relaxation for those fun, warm months. You have your pool and/or spa ready to go, but do you have that ideal, flatteri...

Hobbies  hobbies swimsuit fabric stretch fabrics most
How To Make a Headboard

How To Make a Headboard by: Olivia Filipetto What You'll Need Tape Measure Paper for Pattern Plywood, Saw, and Sandpaper Upholstery foam and Batting Muslin or sheeting Decorative Fabric Electric Drill, screws, and staple gun Cordin...

Home Improvement  home improvement headboard fabric staple wood foam inches
Custom Slipcovers Can Give Your Furniture A Stylish New Look

Custom Slipcovers Can Give Your Furniture A Stylish New Look by: Caroline Smith If your furniture could do with a new look, then you may be interested in some custom slipcovers. Unlike re-upholstery, a slipcover can be easily replaced whenever y...

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