In this article, you will learn what a woven is; the three most common woven weaves; classifications of wovens; the three grain lines; fabric properties; and the importance of drape.
How to Buy Woven Fabric
In this article, learn the rules of smart fabric shopping; how to choose the right fabric for the project at hand; the best fabrics for beginners; how to buy fabric online and locally; how to care for your finished garment; and more.
An Ultimate Guide to Knit Fabrics
In this article, you will learn what a knit is; the two main knit categories; what is the stretch factor; the four main stretch categories (according to me); how to buy knits; and the best knits for beginners.
How to Prep Fabric for Sewing
In this article, you will learn the virtue of pre-washing your fabric; how to pre-wash different fibers; how to iron your length of fabric; and a link to the critical step of squaring your fabric.
How to Square Your Fabric
In this article, you will learn what it means that a length of fabric is square; several methods to squaring woven and knit fabrics; and why it pays to buy high-quality fabric.