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Can You Bleach Fleece? (How To Bleach Polyester Fleece)

August 17, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Fleece is warm, soft, nice to touch, and even looks good. Caring for fleece is another matter as it may not always respond to your go-to cleaners. It is one of those fabrics where you must read all the

What Does Denim Feel Like? (Why do Jeans Feel Uncomfortable)

August 11, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Softness and comfort are two of the words often used to describe the feeling one gets when they slip into their old jeans. Those are the reasons many people wear denim over other fabrics. It is true, once

Does Denim Fade in The Sun? (How To Make Denim Fade Faster)

August 4, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

The dreaded sun. It is life helping and it brings light, warmth, and a secure feeling but sometimes the sun is not always the friend of humans or fabric. Its hot rays can burn the skin or fade clothing

How Much Does Raw Denim Stretch? How To Stretch Denim Waist

August 4, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Knowing the fabrics you use is a vital part of sewing. You need to know the fabrics you are working with to get the cut, the dimensions, and the fit just right. Not knowing the key characteristics of any

Can You Dye Denim Black? (How to Dye Denim Any Color Easily)

July 31, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Paint brightens up a home or a room covering past mistakes with ease. Dyes can hide a multitude of fabric sins just like paint covers those home sins. Choosing the right dye for the fabric is another issue.

Does Denim Shrink in The Wash? (How to Shrink Denim Easily)

July 27, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Not all shrinkage is good. When it comes to fabrics, shrinking is not always a good idea.Does denim shrink in the wash? Yes, denim can shrink. The way denim shrinks in the wash is when you use hot water

Will Bleach Ruin Denim? How to Bleach Denim Jacket or Jeans

July 22, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Bleach is the go-to lightener. It works well when you want to make a dark color and lighten it up a little. The problem is that bleach may also ruin your clothing if you are not careful. The key is in

Can You Dye Cashmere? (How to Dye Cashmere With Rit, Dylon)

July 14, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.
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Cashmere may be many things. It’s luxuriously soft, gorgeously breathable, warm when it needs to be and cool when it doesn’t. But can you dye it? The short answer is yes. The long answer is a little

Can You Dry Cashmere in the Dryer? 12 Drying Cashmere Tips

June 30, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Cashmere is as expensive as it is precious. You want to be as careful as possible while washing and drying it so that you don't ruin your cashmere wearable. The soft luxury wool is commonly used for making

Does Cashmere Fray When Cut? (How to Hem a Cashmere Sweater)

June 30, 2020
/ Fabric Care
/ By James V.

Cashmere, one of the most expensive fabrics are made from the wool of a goat, which is believed to grow a coat to protect it from the cold of the mountains. The origin of cashmere fabric takes us to the

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