Fabric
How to measure fabric stretch
A 1 minute video showing you how to quickly and easily measure the stretch of your fabric.
Fabric Stores online
A list of NZ online fabric stores that we can recommend from personal experience....help us grow a global list.
An introduction to fabrics
What's the difference between a woven and knit fabric? And what do bias, drape, thread count and denier mean?
Natural vs synthetic fibres
Natural vs synthetic fabrics - what's good and what's bad - and whats the diff?
How to dye fabric without chemicals
Dying unbleached linen with onion skins makes a beautiful ochre coolour and a fun creative project.
Sewing with delicate fabrics
Sewing with silk and chiffons can present an extra challenge but is well worth the extra care. Discover tips & tricks to make it a bit easier.