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Myth Busting Popular Fabric Facts
Manage episode 456094801 series 2803640
If you want to become a better maker, understanding the nuances of fabrics and fabric attributes is crucial to your development. We still hear a lot of people mention old or disproven theories about what fabrics can and cannot do. Don't be left in the dark. Listen to hear about 8 common fabric myths and how they impact your projects.
The Myths
- 1. Technical Fabrics are uncomfortable against the skin
- 2. The best insulation is always down
- 3. DCF is a weak textile
- 4. DWR lasts forever
- 5. You need the perfect thread and needle for each fabric
- 6. You can’t sew technical fabrics without professional gear
- 7. Fabrics that include a ripstop grid are always stronger than ones without
- 8. You need the HH to be as high as possible for functional gear
Find Us on Social Media 🚀
@RipstopbytheRoll
www.ripstopbytheroll.com
124 episodes
Manage episode 456094801 series 2803640
If you want to become a better maker, understanding the nuances of fabrics and fabric attributes is crucial to your development. We still hear a lot of people mention old or disproven theories about what fabrics can and cannot do. Don't be left in the dark. Listen to hear about 8 common fabric myths and how they impact your projects.
The Myths
- 1. Technical Fabrics are uncomfortable against the skin
- 2. The best insulation is always down
- 3. DCF is a weak textile
- 4. DWR lasts forever
- 5. You need the perfect thread and needle for each fabric
- 6. You can’t sew technical fabrics without professional gear
- 7. Fabrics that include a ripstop grid are always stronger than ones without
- 8. You need the HH to be as high as possible for functional gear
Find Us on Social Media 🚀
@RipstopbytheRoll
www.ripstopbytheroll.com
124 episodes
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