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6 Tips for Color Matching Thread to Fabric

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If you're new to sewing, you may wonder...How to match the thread to fabric?   Do I have to purchase an identical colour for each sewing project?   Because it isn't easy to match the colour of your thread with the fabric.   Fortunately, in most cases it is not necessary to match the color of thread to the fabric. I recently had a great discussion on Etsy about choosing shades that be matched to the fabric of you stitching project.There are always a bit of trial and error required however, here are a couple of tips I've learned in my journey of sewing. If you can't find your thread locally, and must you shop on the internet?   Choose from a variety of grey (light medium and darker) and neutrals such as beige off-white, navy black, etc.   They are a part of different fabrics than you'd imagine!   If you find yourself using the same color more frequently than the other colors then you could purchase an extra spool and save cash in the end.   This applies to serger cone

How to Wear a T-shirt Fashionably

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How to wear an oversized T-shirt with style If you're standing in the mirror of your bathroom looking at your reflection , and you're hating every aspect of the dress you've put on.   You've tried every single thing in your closet , but there's nothing that looks right and is either casual or too formal for the occasion and you're unsure of what to do.   A buzz is heard from your smartphone as a text notification illuminates your screen since your friends are only five minutes away from your home and are about to come over to meet up.   However, you don't have anything to wear!   When you quietly (and more or less) panic in your closet, looking through the shelves and hangers You notice an unworn t-shirt at the bottom of the closet.   How to Wear a T-shirt Fashionably Sure!   What's the chance of you forgetting the t-shirt?   It's been awhile when you've not worn it and now, you're sure the right thing to wear.   We often forget that t-shirts

HOW TO WEAR A DENIM JACKET IN 10 MODERN WAYS

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  To get a lot out of a trucker, you don't need to be a haulier. Or a cowboy. Like many work wear staples, the jean jacket is no longer a reliable, old-fashioned piece of clothing. It's now a popular choice for many dress codes. What can you wear with a denim jacket? This is where the guide to jean jacket outfits comes into play. Daniel Rhone, a personal shopper and stylist for top Premier League footballers, says that a denim jacket is a great option for versatility. I layer one between outerwear and an under layer of shirt or tee. This is especially true if the outside temperature is too low. Although you don't have the right to believe him, he is a cool guy even when wrapped up warm. Here are ten ways you can wear a jean jacket to clarify the point. CHINOS Your top half is actually wearing jeans, so you already know that double denim can be dangerous. Going out naked is dangerous. Chinos are the answer. Chinos can be elegant with formalizing features like pleats, creases

Sustainability Jeans as well as Ethical Denim

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Finding the ideal pair of jeans is an overwhelming task. From fitting to made to measure, a lot of boxes to check.   However, once Goldilocks is found it is impossible to go back.   It will be in your wardrobe for a long time seasons, seasons, and even staining.   There's nothing better than a pair of jeans.   What about ethical jeans and sustainable denim?   Here's the reason it's worth it. The cotton-based material is one of the most popular materials throughout the world.   It is believed that the value of the global market for jeans is about $110 billion dollars.   Denim is a shrewd choice, but it comes with significant human and environmental cost.   Cotton is known as an extremely thirsty crop. According to one study blue-colored water (irrigation) consumption from cotton lint is estimated at an average worldwide of around 1,900 litres per kilogram.   In addition pesticides as well as synthetic chemical dyes could lead to massive water pollution.   The estimates sugge

What Makes The Perfect Curved Hem Men's T-shirt?

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  You're probably conscious of the curved edges of t-shirts. In the clothing that you keep in your wardrobe, The hemline and features of these t-shirts will be obvious. When this might be the ideal choice or your favorite everyday look, the first thing you should be aware of is what makes the perfect curved hem men's T-shirt. And, you know what, there's still a lot to be learned. Keep going! Since we'll provide the reader with everything, you need to be aware of these shirts to create a cool, eye-catching look. What is a Curved Hem T-shirt? Before we begin, let's first get acquainted with curving T-shirts with them. The name comes due to its bottom hemline, which is more rounded. It differs from the typical hemline of shirts, which is straight cut. Many people who like streetwear prefer a curved hem due to its length. It gives more access to pockets, and it also features the distinctive style of 'figure-hugging.' The style can be known as a Scallop hem, and