We will not find any of those fabrics at our local Quilt Fabrics Shops or at our local Walmart. We have to do what we can find to buy (new or used). To buy a new pattern I have to drive to another town (to a Hobby Lobby). Our Walmart has not changed out most of their patterns in well over a year (almost two years); because, their pattern cabinet is damaged so badly that three of the drawers cannot be opened. If it was not for Walmart, we might still have the two fashion fabric stores that Walmart deliberately put out of business. I hate Walmart.
I have asked allot of local stores why the sell all kinds of patterns that call for many fabrics, yet only sell cotton fabrics. It has frustrated me for a long time.
A million thanks! I love to buy fabric online because they are usually very detailed in the description however I prefer to actually see and feel it in person and the ladies at the fabric store are maybe not as knowledgeable as they can be. This video definitely helps!
Thank you for this information! I've been sewing for 50 years and there's still so much to learn! I'm going to make a sample pack for myself! Great idea!!!!
Thank you so much for the very informative tutorial ❤❤❤ I’ve been sewing for 50ty + years and love learning new things to help with my sewing ❤ Happy Mother’s Day Katherine thanks for all the great tutorials ❤❤❤
We are from the same generation. I need to get my sewing machine repaired or replaced. Meanwhile, I've had years of enjoyment from being able to sew. My daughters are quite tall. Trying to find jackets with the proper arm & body length was almost impossible. After shopping for prom gowns and later wedding gowns, they asked if I would make their dresses. I was so honored. It would have been so much easier with the knowledge in this video. Nice to see someone else who has enjoyed so many years of sewing.
Wow. I did not know any of this info about fabrics. This is certainly worth knowing especially for beginners. And you explained it so well with examples which made it easier to understand. Thank you!
Thank you. This video was so helpful. I volunteered to give a presentation to my local sewing guild group on fabric types and what type work best for garments. I was having a hard time narrowing down the scope of the presentation. I love your approach of using the fabric recommendations from patterns as the starting point. Unlike you I will have no problem sourcing fabric samples. My fabric stash is embarrassing large. And I can use my own sewn garments as examples of both good and bad fabric choices.
Oh, I appreciate this primer on wovens! So often I have to order fabric online, so this knowledge will really help in choosing summer weight fabric. Thank you!
Thanks for teaching this old dog some new tricks…😉. I was never taught this information, or at the very least don’t remember it…🤣. Your matter of fact explanation was so helpful! ❤️-Brenda
Such an important video. With this knowledge of fabrics and textures I could have saved A time & money. I had to depend on the suggestions of the patterns and the store employees. I really hope you are considering writing a book. Thank you for taking the time & energy in making your wonderful videos.
Thank you! That was so helpful! I used to work in an independent fabric store in high school. The did not teach us the difference between fiber and finish, weave or knit we had to figure it out. Fortunately the clientele knew what they were looking for or the pattern they chose would say what they needed.
So helpful, as usual. I wish there were more fabric stores around that carried a wider selection of apparel fabric. Where would you place cotton lawn? Blouses? I have some Liberty Tana Lawn that was expensive, so I don't want to mess up!
Ty - I had no idea what all those suggestions were. I don't have any local stores that sell that kind of fabric. I ordered a few things online from Fabric Mart just to see what they were but then had no idea what to do with them. I will watch this again.
Great info! As a novice sewer, (sewist?!) I really need this kind of information. I want to make a sampler like this to refer to!🤓 It looks like you have used about 1/8 yard wide strips, which might get rather spendy, but perhaps I can enlist a sewing friend or two to help me find samples in their stash, or find some pieces at a thrift store that carries yardage.💪
Wonderful video! Thank you! If you can, I would love descriptions of other, categories, such as different types of silk, cotton, wool, linen, and more! Recently, I wanted to make a couple of silk pillowcases, but got totally bewildered by the different weights & weaves. Wool and cotton can be thick or feather-light. I try to stay away from polyester and fleece made from polyester because it is made from petroleum and breaks down into our water when washed.
Thank you for the information about different fabrics. I took a class in college about all this but that was many years ago. It was good to hear this again. That being said could you do a video like this about knits ( ity, Jersey, French terry, etc). Back when I took this class it was not discussed about all the different knits. Or there weren’t all the different knits to be taught I’m not sure. I want to learn the different knits. Or could you recommend a book so I can learn this. Thank you for your informative video and all your time to read the comments. I so look forward to your next video
Thanks for continuing to share your expertise in easily understandable ways! :) Interestingly the georgette I’ve found and bought here in Japan is mostly thicker and usually opaque, some with an even rougher texture than crepe. I assume that’s due to using thicker strands of thread for making the georgette structure? Thread count differences were quite the revelation in buying fabrics online, but sadly not all fabrics are listed that way (or include weight as another description). Perhaps you could make a future video on those differences? (Thread count, weight)
Fantastic information. I could have done with this last June, which is when I started sewing clothes for myself. Still extremely useful though. Thank you.
Great video! You have some very lucky students. A long time sewer, I certainly learned from the information you presented. I wonder if you would consider doing a follow up to discuss why pattern companies recommend certain fabrics for their patterns. Thank you for another really informative, enjoyable video!
Hi Catherine, great information! I do wish there was a better selection of cotton types. I’ve just been working on a Tina Givens slip dress. They take quite a bit of yardage. I’m using a cotton/polyester blend sheet to make a muslin, it is very soft and drapey, but the polyester makes it very difficult to sew with. I guess I’m just not advanced enough in my sewing skills. Do you have any advice one fabrics with a good drape and are easy to sew with. Thanks so much for excellent teaching videos.🤗❤️
Thank you much! This video is very helpful. I have learned what georgette is. I have seen it written on the back of patterns, but had no idea what type of fabric it is.
Georgette is evil, in my opinion, lol. Too thin to use by itself without a lining, fussy to sew (starch the crap out of it to make it behave), but so pretty when made up, so it’s frustrating since you want to use it!
Firstly, this video is sooooo professionally done and a pleasure to watch. Some of those aqua-side blues looked great around you -- your colours? QUESTION: did you use your serger to finish the edges on your samples - they look great. As for fabric store employees: I suspect they are not well paid and therefore may not have the knowledge/education about fabric constructions, fibers, etc. Your students are extremely lucky to have you.
Please focus on this area. Do one on knits, stretchiness, weights. And maybe also denims, what makes it denim and variations. We all need more clarification on fabrics and their correct usage. The world of fabrics has gotten more complex over the years.
Super interesting as usual! I wonder if some of those use a different name in the UK. For example, Poplin is the same as Cotton Lawn or is that just yet another fabric type?
The woven fabric types are an anachronism. I've found most modern fabric retailers don't use these terms much any more so the shop isn't much help. I'm more likely to make patterns in heavier fabrics than these
I don’t know how many welt pocket videos I’ve
watched:(, I almost gave up!
Thank you,thank you! I did it!!
We will not find any of those fabrics at our local Quilt Fabrics Shops or at our local Walmart. We have to do what we can find to buy (new or used). To buy a new pattern I have to drive to another town (to a Hobby Lobby). Our Walmart has not changed out most of their patterns in well over a year (almost two years); because, their pattern cabinet is damaged so badly that three of the drawers cannot be opened. If it was not for Walmart, we might still have the two fashion fabric stores that Walmart deliberately put out of business. I hate Walmart.
I have asked allot of local stores why the sell all kinds of patterns that call for many fabrics, yet only sell cotton fabrics. It has frustrated me for a long time.
A million thanks! I love to buy fabric online because they are usually very detailed in the description however I prefer to actually see and feel it in person and the ladies at the fabric store are maybe not as knowledgeable as they can be. This video definitely helps!
Thank you for this information! I've been sewing for 50 years and there's still so much to learn! I'm going to make a sample pack for myself! Great idea!!!!
Thank you so much for the very informative tutorial ❤❤❤ I’ve been sewing for 50ty + years and love learning new things to help with my sewing ❤ Happy Mother’s Day Katherine thanks for all the great tutorials ❤❤❤
We are from the same generation. I need to get my sewing machine repaired or replaced.
Meanwhile, I've had years of enjoyment from being able to sew. My daughters are quite tall. Trying to find jackets with the proper arm & body length was almost impossible. After shopping for prom gowns and later wedding gowns, they asked if I would make their dresses. I was so honored. It would have been so much easier with the knowledge in this video. Nice to see someone else who has enjoyed so many years of sewing.
Wow. I did not know any of this info about fabrics. This is certainly worth knowing especially for beginners. And you explained it so well with examples which made it easier to understand. Thank you!
That's great to hear, thanks!
Thank you. This video was so helpful. I volunteered to give a presentation to my local sewing guild group on fabric types and what type work best for garments. I was having a hard time narrowing down the scope of the presentation. I love your approach of using the fabric recommendations from patterns as the starting point. Unlike you I will have no problem sourcing fabric samples. My fabric stash is embarrassing large. And I can use my own sewn garments as examples of both good and bad fabric choices.
Oh, I appreciate this primer on wovens! So often I have to order fabric online, so this knowledge will really help in choosing summer weight fabric. Thank you!
So great to hear, NK!
Thanks for teaching this old dog some new tricks…😉. I was never taught this information, or at the very least don’t remember it…🤣. Your matter of fact explanation was so helpful!
❤️-Brenda
Oh my goodness, that was SO HELPFUL! THANK YOU!
Such an important video.
With this knowledge of fabrics and textures I could have saved A
time & money. I had to depend on the suggestions of the patterns and the store employees.
I really hope you are considering writing a book. Thank you for taking the time & energy in making your wonderful videos.
So helpful! I might make a sampler for myself too.
I'm Judy, new to your channel, and very much appreciating your content.😊. Thanks.
Great to have you on board, Judy!
Thank you for the descriptions. Though I do not sew clothes often, increasing my knowledge of materials is always useful.
Thank you! That was so helpful! I used to work in an independent fabric store in high school. The did not teach us the difference between fiber and finish, weave or knit we had to figure it out. Fortunately the clientele knew what they were looking for or the pattern they chose would say what they needed.
Thank you so much! I also learned what the lady at your fabric store didn't know.
Wonderful description of why the fabrics look & feel unique! Thanks for sharing! I’m a cotton wearing girl! Blessings to all 🤗💜🇨🇦
Great review...thanks for recognizing the confusion and need for clarification.
Perfect timing for summer sewing! Very helpful info--thanks for your expertise. BTW-- hope you had a great mother's day❣
So helpful, as usual. I wish there were more fabric stores around that carried a wider selection of apparel fabric.
Where would you place cotton lawn? Blouses? I have some Liberty Tana Lawn that was expensive, so I don't want to mess up!
Ooooh, your fabric must be gorgeous! Lawn is a little more crisp than voile so a, yes, blouses are perfect.
Great explanation. Thanks for your most informative videos.
Ty - I had no idea what all those suggestions were. I don't have any local stores that sell that kind of fabric. I ordered a few things online from Fabric Mart just to see what they were but then had no idea what to do with them. I will watch this again.
That's great to hear, Debbie. I really hope the information turns out to be useful for you.
Brilliant Catherine, thank you!
Great info!
As a novice sewer, (sewist?!) I really need this kind of information.
I want to make a sampler like this to refer to!🤓
It looks like you have used about 1/8 yard wide strips, which might get rather spendy, but perhaps I can enlist a sewing friend or two to help me find samples in their stash, or find some pieces at a thrift store that carries yardage.💪
Wonderful video! Thank you! If you can, I would love descriptions of other, categories, such as different types of silk, cotton, wool, linen, and more! Recently, I wanted to make a couple of silk pillowcases, but got totally bewildered by the different weights & weaves. Wool and cotton can be thick or feather-light. I try to stay away from polyester and fleece made from polyester because it is made from petroleum and breaks down into our water when washed.
Thank you ... very helpful.... from South Africa xx
Loved the video! Would love to see one on fabrics like cottons, broadcloth, thread counts , etc.
I subscribed to your site. Thanks again
Wonderful thank you for showing these fabrics.
Some of the types of fabric construction also apply to wool: crepe georgette, voile.
So very informative! I learned a lot from this video. Thank you 🙏
Wow, thank you so much, for helping me understand my fabric better😊
Thank you for the information about different fabrics. I took a class in college about all this but that was many years ago. It was good to hear this again. That being said could you do a video like this about knits ( ity, Jersey, French terry, etc). Back when I took this class it was not discussed about all the different knits. Or there weren’t all the different knits to be taught I’m not sure. I want to learn the different knits. Or could you recommend a book so I can learn this. Thank you for your informative video and all your time to read the comments. I so look forward to your next video
What a GREAT video! I'll be referring to this one quite often. Thanks so much! I heard of your channel thru: silver threads sewing
Oh my goodness, this was so helpful. Could you please do a similar video for knits? ♥️
Great EDUCATIONAL video!! Could you post a video on how to narrow down what fibers fabrics are made out of?
Thank you for this very informative video! It is appreciated.
Great video! Really helpful information! 😊
Thank you so much better than trying to figure it out from a picture.
Thanks for continuing to share your expertise in easily understandable ways! :)
Interestingly the georgette I’ve found and bought here in Japan is mostly thicker and usually opaque, some with an even rougher texture than crepe. I assume that’s due to using thicker strands of thread for making the georgette structure?
Thread count differences were quite the revelation in buying fabrics online, but sadly not all fabrics are listed that way (or include weight as another description).
Perhaps you could make a future video on those differences? (Thread count, weight)
Fantastic information. I could have done with this last June, which is when I started sewing clothes for myself. Still extremely useful though. Thank you.
Great video! You have some very lucky students. A long time sewer, I certainly learned from the information you presented. I wonder if you would consider doing a follow up to discuss why pattern companies recommend certain fabrics for their patterns. Thank you for another really informative, enjoyable video!
I knew most of them, but you sure helped in on a couple! Thanks!
This is very helpful, thank you!
Great video thank you for sharing xx
Hi Catherine, great information! I do wish there was a better selection of cotton types. I’ve just been working on a Tina Givens slip dress. They take quite a bit of yardage. I’m using a cotton/polyester blend sheet to make a muslin, it is very soft and drapey, but the polyester makes it very difficult to sew with. I guess I’m just not advanced enough in my sewing skills. Do you have any advice one fabrics with a good drape and are easy to sew with. Thanks so much for excellent teaching videos.🤗❤️
Thank you much! This video is very helpful. I have learned what georgette is. I have seen it written on the back of patterns, but had no idea what type of fabric it is.
Georgette is evil, in my opinion, lol. Too thin to use by itself without a lining, fussy to sew (starch the crap out of it to make it behave), but so pretty when made up, so it’s frustrating since you want to use it!
@@daxxydog5777 Thanks for giving me feedback on the type of fabric!
Excellent video!
Firstly, this video is sooooo professionally done and a pleasure to watch. Some of those aqua-side blues looked great around you -- your colours? QUESTION: did you use your serger to finish the edges on your samples - they look great. As for fabric store employees: I suspect they are not well paid and therefore may not have the knowledge/education about fabric constructions, fibers, etc. Your students are extremely lucky to have you.
Very helpful, thank you!
Thank you that was very helpful.
So helpful! Thanks!
Look at YOU! 😊 Teacher with visual aids.🎉
Please focus on this area. Do one on knits, stretchiness, weights. And maybe also denims, what makes it denim and variations. We all need more clarification on fabrics and their correct usage. The world of fabrics has gotten more complex over the years.
Great information. Do you plan to do a video on knit fabrics? Or do you already have one?😊
Super interesting as usual! I wonder if some of those use a different name in the UK. For example, Poplin is the same as Cotton Lawn or is that just yet another fabric type?
thanks, excellent video.
I’m with the comment above, won’t even find a lot of these fabrics at Joan’s. 😢 what about linen and… what the heck is ‘lawn’ ??? 😮
Well done 🎉
Super helpful!!! thank you
Can you do a video using Crepe de Chine? I want to make something out of my 3 yards and I can not make up my mind c
Love this!!🎉
Thank you !
The woven fabric types are an anachronism. I've found most modern fabric retailers don't use these terms much any more so the shop isn't much help. I'm more likely to make patterns in heavier fabrics than these
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Great info. Thank you.
So helpful! Thank you!