Is Corduroy Warm? The UK Guide to Cord, Needlecord and Jumbo Cord
By Ahmad Faraz
That is the honest answer, and it matters because "corduroy" on a listing tells you almost nothing on its own.
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How Many Metres of Fabric for a Dress, Skirt or Trousers?
By Ahmad Faraz
How many metres of fabric for a dress? In a UK size 12 on 150cm-wide cloth: 1.6m for a shift, 1.8m for an A-line, 2.3m for a wrap, 2.5m for...
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12 Easy Halloween Sewing Projects You Can Finish This Weekend
By Ahmad Faraz
Every one lists the fabric, the exact metreage, what it costs at indicative rates and the single thing that usually goes wrong. Read more!
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Best Fabric for Halloween Costumes: A UK Buyer's Guide
By Ahmad Faraz
The best fabric for Halloween costumes is usually one of four: dress net for volume, satin for capes and shine, cotton poplin for anything that needs a proper shape, and...
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Autumn Fabrics UK: What to Sew This Season (and What It Costs)
By Ahmad Faraz
Autumn sewing is a weight problem, not a colour problem. The autumn fabrics UK sewists actually reach for come down to five: Read more!
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How Much Fabric Do I Need? The Complete UK Fabric Quantity Guide
By Ahmad Faraz
So this page gives you the numbers straight. Charts for garments in UK sizes 8 to 24. Charts for curtains, cushions, blinds and bedding.
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Dressmaking Fabrics UK
By Shadmaan Kader
Discover everything you need to know about dressmaking fabrics, from choosing the right material and understanding fabric weights to buying the correct amount for your next sewing project. This comprehensive...
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The Complete UK Guide to Wadding: Types, Uses and How to Choose the Right One
By Nahyaan Poonawala
Confused about which wadding to choose for your next sewing or quilting project? This complete Wadding UK guide explains everything you need to know, from polyester, cotton and wool wadding...
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The Complete Guide to Wadding, Interfacing & Stuffing
By Nahyaan Poonawala
Choosing the right wadding, interfacing or stuffing can make a huge difference to the success of your sewing project. This comprehensive guide explains the key differences between each material, compares...
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What Can You Make With 1 Metre Of Fabric? 25 Sewing Ideas UK
By Nahyaan Poonawala
Think one metre of fabric is not enough for a worthwhile sewing project? Think again. Discover what you can make with just 1 metre of fabric, from tote bags and...
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How to Use Wadding the Right Way: Basting, Quilting and Avoiding the Common Pitfalls
By Nahyaan Poonawala
Buying the right wadding is only half the job. The other half, the part that actually determines whether your finished project looks crisp and professional or lumpy and frustrating, is...
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How to Buy Cheap Fabric in the UK Without Compromising on Quality
By Nahyaan Poonawala
Discover how to save money on quality fabric in the UK with smart shopping tips, weekly deals, drape fabrics, corduroy multi-buys and budget-friendly fabric collections.
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How to Wash Fabric Properly: Prevent Shrinkage, Fading, and Damage
By Nahyaan Poonawala, 1 comment
Washing fabric the right way is essential before sewing. This guide explains how to prevent shrinkage, fading, and damage so your finished projects last longer and look better.
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