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The secret strength of silk organza

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Several ways by which silk organza can greatly improve the results of sewing are illustrated. It is a fabulous fabric that can be laid inside a garment to add invisible, weightless support and strength and among other things, it holds the shape of an edge, sleeve cap, or buttonhole perfectly.

Author: Kazell, Marla
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2006
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Achieve effortless heirloom effects

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The traditional fabrics used in heirloom sewing are fine cotton batiste and handkerchief linen. Serging a rolled hem is the fastest way to make a neat, uniform edge and can be used on hems, necklines, armholes and ruffles.

Author: Legett, Pamela Busque
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2006

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Fabric floribundas

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The guidelines to select silk fabric for a fancy as well as for an informal occasion are discussed. The step-by-step process of making a rose of any size using two fabrics of complementary color are presented.

Author: Kurland, Rachel
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2004
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Subjects list: Methods, United States, Sewing, Silk fabrics
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