Fabric Tips & Advice

Needlepoint is a fun and portable craft that can yield beautiful results. Use these suggestions to get started.

If you're looking to make your towels last, look to the laundry. There are various tricks and tips relating to laundering your towels that will help keep them towels bright, plush and in tact.

Embroidery is a rewarding hobby that can add an individual touch to your home decor. But before you start, here are some basics you'll need to know.

Choosing between the seemingly endless supply of window dressing fabrics can be overwhelming. But with these tips, the choice can be a little easier.

Have a homemade quilt that was an heirloom or gift, or one you made yourself? Quilts tend to be precious to their owners, whatever their backstory. Here's how to make sure yours is in the best shape possible, for as long as possible.

Think of fabric as a living, breathing medium — after all, the origin of most tableware is living cotton, flax or perhaps silk. To keep these goods fresh and attractive, they need light and air and a gentle touch. Knowing how much of each is the secr

Your heirloom and antique linens have already had long lives. Make them much longer by knowing how to wash and dry them with the special care they need.

If you're interested in quilting but don't know how to get started try these two simple patterns.

Your sewing skills can give a new lease of life on your kids' clothes, and help you stretch your clothes budget. With these simple sewing tricks, your kids will have funky fashions for longer.

Have an old, worn, favourite shirt that you're not willing to part with? Revive it by getting it into a more wearable state. There's still lots you can do with it, so don't toss it yet. Take that worn shirt off your back and put it to good use.

Strong and durable, leather will last a long time if treated with care. Instead of using expensive, chemical-laden leather care products, lean toward home remedies that have stood the test of time to protect your garments, gloves, belts and bags.

Looking to breathe new life into fabrics around your home? This comprehensive DIY guide is your ticket to a new-and-improved space.

Decorating is not only about looks; it’s known that colours and fabrics influence your mood. So, which fabrics should you choose for a nursery that’s soothing?

Dyeing fabrics to hide a stain or revive a faded shirt is easy. If you've never tried, here in three simple steps are the basics of coloring fabrics to help you get started.

Cotton is so common today that choosing a fabric for a sewing project can be tough. To help, here's a list of eleven common cotton fabrics and their many uses.

Firemen aren't the only ones who rely on flame-resistant fabrics. At home and work, it's everywhere. Here's how fireproof fabric might one day help save your life.

Changing or enhancing the color of textiles can revive the most faded drapes or clothes. Here are the best dyeing techniques for adding fun and color to fabrics.

If you've decided to make your own dress to ensure it's flawless on your special day, here are some hints to help you select the perfect wedding dress fabric.

Even the most seasoned sewer sometimes runs out of ideas. To inspire you, here are some crafty ideas to integrate fabric trim into your sewing creations.

More than ever people are using eco-friendly fabrics in fashion and home decor. But what exactly is an eco-friendly fabric? And why do they make a difference?