Posts tagged linen
Thursday Tip with Hali - How to sew a french seam

French seams are double sewn and enclose the raw edges of the fabric in a strong and durable seam that will extend the life of your garment. French seams are best used with very lightweight fabrics and are often recommended for lightweight silk, voile or challis. This seam finish can also be used for lightweight linens and other lightweight fabrics that tend to fray or with sheer fabrics where you don’t want to see a serged or zigzagged finish from the outside of the garment

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Thursday Tip with Hali - What is LINEN?

It’s no secret, we love linen! From its temperature regulating, antimicrobial properties to its crisp hand and soft drape, we think linen is a great place to start on your natural fibre journey! In this fabric spotlight we discuss the properties and production of linen and the exciting ongoing #FlaxToLinenPF project led by @pembinafibreshed right here in Treaty 1 territory!

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