Tag: woven

• Cotton Poplin

  A crisp, tightly woven plain-weave cotton used for shirts, dresses and first projects - how it's made, how to choose a good one, pre-washing, cutting, sewing and pressing it.

• Silk Chiffon

  A sheer, floaty silk with a crepe texture - how it's made, how to cut and stabilise it, needles and seams that work, hemming, and how to tell real silk from polyester chiffon.

• Wool Flannel

  A soft, lightly brushed wool used for trousers, skirts, jackets and coats - how it's made, choosing a weight, pre-shrinking, cutting with nap, pressing without shine, and why it's ideal for learning tailoring.