I really enjoyed this. I learned the burn test in high school years ago but I have never seen the second test you did with acetone and bleach. Your explanation of why the fabrics reached the way they did was really helpful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I really enjoy your channel.
Really needed this demo. I found a garment that I think is silk.......soooo...I'll definitely do this test on some of the pulled threads. Thanks for this video!👍😊
😊Best presentation on fabric content....ever!! Thank you teaching it in an enjoyable and usable outline. I feel very confident now to make my own fabric assessments. 🪡
This is great. I knew some of this already, but I didn't know it all. I became interested in distinguishing fabric content just over a year ago when an Etsy seller sold me "100% linen" that didn't seem right. The weave wasn't quite right (too clean) and it wrinkled but not the way 100% linen wrinkles. I knew it had been cheaper, which also clued me in that I'd possibly been sold a blend. I then had to determine what was in the blend and had to confront the seller. Videos like this are so helpful in situations like that. I want to know what I'm paying for. Thank you for the great video. (The acetone and the bleach still make me nervous when they're near each other. The fumes of bleach and vinegar can mix, so I'm nervous about the fumes of acetone and bleach being around each other at the same time. I think I'll hold those experiments on separate days with excellent ventilation. )
Excellent demo -- thanks! I've used the burn test on thrifted yarns for years, but have only recently been focused on all-natural fibers for fabric, so this will be useful. Thanks for testing a wide range of fibers! (And for the tip about wearing polyester if using bleach... I - ahem - may have damaged a garment or six with bleach splashes.🙄)
@@CatherineSews This warning reveals that you know about my reckless side, Catherine. Hahaha. What am I gonna do for thrills now?? I guess I'll just have to go back to running with scissors...
@@Maplecook Haha, maybe I should put up a few more warnings, just to keep you safe! WARNING: No running with scissors! No putting pins in your mouth! Have adult supervision! I mean a different adult, lol!
Blends are definitely tricky! But if you know the characteristics of the individual fibres you will have a pretty good idea of what's in the blend. For example, if you get a paper smell, but also has a hard bead on the edge, then poly/cotton blend is a good bet.
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I really enjoyed this. I learned the burn test in high school years ago but I have never seen the second test you did with acetone and bleach. Your explanation of why the fabrics reached the way they did was really helpful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I really enjoy your channel.
You've done it again! Another clear, helpful and interesting video!
Thanks so much! I'm glad you like it!
Really needed this demo. I found a garment that I think is silk.......soooo...I'll definitely do this test on some of the pulled threads. Thanks for this video!👍😊
Oh good! It's really fun to get all science-y doing these tests. Be safe, have fun and learn a lot about your clothes!
😊Best presentation on fabric content....ever!! Thank you teaching it in an enjoyable and usable outline. I feel very confident now to make my own fabric assessments. 🪡
Thanks so much, Susan! I really appreciate that! And I LOVE your needle and thread emoji!! I've never seen that one!
This is great. I knew some of this already, but I didn't know it all. I became interested in distinguishing fabric content just over a year ago when an Etsy seller sold me "100% linen" that didn't seem right. The weave wasn't quite right (too clean) and it wrinkled but not the way 100% linen wrinkles. I knew it had been cheaper, which also clued me in that I'd possibly been sold a blend. I then had to determine what was in the blend and had to confront the seller. Videos like this are so helpful in situations like that. I want to know what I'm paying for. Thank you for the great video. (The acetone and the bleach still make me nervous when they're near each other. The fumes of bleach and vinegar can mix, so I'm nervous about the fumes of acetone and bleach being around each other at the same time. I think I'll hold those experiments on separate days with excellent ventilation. )
Excellent demo -- thanks! I've used the burn test on thrifted yarns for years, but have only recently been focused on all-natural fibers for fabric, so this will be useful. Thanks for testing a wide range of fibers! (And for the tip about wearing polyester if using bleach... I - ahem - may have damaged a garment or six with bleach splashes.🙄)
Very interesting. Great teaching.
Downloading 😊, thanks so much for teaching us. You're an amazing woman 💗🙏
this was very comprehensive, thank you!
Very informative video, thank you for sharing your knowledge!
I knew you were gonna burn stuff! Hahaha. The nail polish remover trick was fascinating.
I know, right!? Be careful next time you're wearing a prom dress and decide to change your nail polish!
@@CatherineSews This warning reveals that you know about my reckless side, Catherine. Hahaha. What am I gonna do for thrills now?? I guess I'll just have to go back to running with scissors...
@@Maplecook Haha, maybe I should put up a few more warnings, just to keep you safe! WARNING: No running with scissors! No putting pins in your mouth! Have adult supervision! I mean a different adult, lol!
@@CatherineSews I *am* an adult...who has often been called, "different," though....
awesome. easier to understand than books
Good video. I learned a lot. Thanks.
Oh wow this was amazing thanks ❤
Very helpful! Thank you
Very helpful!
Thank you so much you are really awesome ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Good video for knowledge
Most fabrics these days are blends. How would that affect the tests? Thanks!
Blends are definitely tricky! But if you know the characteristics of the individual fibres you will have a pretty good idea of what's in the blend. For example, if you get a paper smell, but also has a hard bead on the edge, then poly/cotton blend is a good bet.
Love stinky experiments, lol
🌟 Always inspired by your creativity! @FastDTFTransfer dropped a guide on DTF printing for T-shirts. Any favorite prints on your apparel? Let's swap ideas! 🔗👚