
Knits and Wovens: What's the Difference? - Threads
Dec 19, 2017 · There are two basic categories that fabrics fall into: knits and wovens. Learn how to better understand and identify these categories.
How Traditional Central Asian Ikats are Dyed and Woven
Aug 28, 2024 · Indeed, to create a woven ikat textile, an artisan binds the warp yarns and successively dyes them in different colors to make patterns. When the warp yarns are …
Fabric Lab: Woven Piqué - Threads
Sep 28, 2021 · Almost any project that calls for a plain-weave fabric can be made in woven piqué, for surface interest and body.
Pattern Roundup: Wrap Garment Patterns for Wovens and Knits
Jul 20, 2021 · Wrap garment patterns for dresses, tops, and jumpsuits are always stylish, comfortable, and great transitional pieces for your wardrobe.
How to Sew Finely Woven Batiste, Lawn, and Voile - Threads
Jan 18, 2023 · Batiste, voile, and lawn are delicate woven cottons or cotton blends. They’re known for their comfort and breathability.
Adapt Woven Patterns for Knits - Threads
Consider combining a beautiful knit fabric with your favorite woven pattern for a comfortable, stylish pattern for knits.
Piña Cloth, Made from Pineapple Leaves - Threads
Apr 4, 2025 · Called piña cloth, it is a lightweight woven textile made by hand from the fibers of pineapple leaves. This cellulosic fiber has unique properties that made it highly prized first in …
changing a knit pattern to a woven - Threads
Feb 14, 2002 · The design takes the stretch of the knit into account when planning fit and ease. To make the pattern from a woven fabric, you'll need to add more ease by cutting the pattern …
Know Your Knit Fabrics - Threads
Nov 12, 2021 · Unlike a woven fabric, which is composed of a series of warp (lengthwise) yarns interlaced with a series of weft (crosswise) yarns, a knit fabric is made up of one or more yarns …
Sewing with Handwoven Fabrics - Threads
Jul 11, 2013 · Whether you are a weaver creating fabrics, or you simply enjoy sewing with handwoven or loosely woven fabrics, these techniques will help you create beautiful garments …