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Online fabric shopping

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The web provides a range of supplies from basic garment material to specialty decorator fabrics, quilt cottons, bridal silks, bargain yardage, high-end designer cuts, waterproof outdoor fabrics and the finest heirloom batiste. However, the main disadvantage is that one cannot accurately judge a textile's color and hand.

Author: Fresia, Carol
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2005
General services, Nonstore Retailers, Textile Mill Products, Textile Mills, Analysis, Purchasing, Online shopping, Textiles, Textile fabrics

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Frill seekers

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Members of the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers take the 2005 Threads Ruffled Garment challenge to create an ensemble that incorporated at least 100 inches of ruffles or flounces. Patricia Robinson was the most successful Garment and Overall Audience Choice Winner.

Author: Fresia, Carol
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2006
Management dynamics, Practice, Women fashion designers

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The dress form: A sewer's best friend

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The different types of dress forms that are useful for sewing dresses are discussed. The different types of dress forms available include pinnable, hem-friendly and rotating.

Author: Fresia, Carol
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2006
Methods, Dressmaking

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