I'm not sure what I'm going to use the printed silk for. I was thinking I would use it for the lining of my jacket in the Fall SWAP, but I don't want to anymore because I don't think it'll match. Hmmm... I suppose I'll have to stash it and find out later. :)
I bought the silks from The Common Thread here in Austin. The shop is a new local apparel fabric shop, which I'm super excited about! You can find good quality apparel fabric... I know I'll definitely be shopping there more often as soon as I use up some of my fabric stash.
While searching for tips on sewing with silk, I came across a couple of different things on the internet. (I love the internet!) I think I'm still a little intimidated to sew with such luxurious fabric!
This one is a video with Sandra Betzina. I think it's helpful! Who knew silk could be washed with shampoo?!
This one is an article at CraftStylish.
6 comments:
Yay for The Common Thread! Beautiful silk.
Hum...shampoo? I didn't know it also. Great information! I love your fabric, I'm sure something beautiful will come of them ;)
Thanks! I love just touching the silk... it's so lovely. Is that a little creepy?
The Common Thread is having a happy hour on Sept 24th from 6-8 pm. Stop by and view her fabrics, enjoy a discount, socialize with fellow fashionistas, and perhaps win a door prize or two!
I was really pleased to see that you visited my blog because now I've discovered yours and I really love the look of the things that you have been making. That silk charmeuse looks beautiful - lovely fabric like that is so nice to work with. I shall be following your blog and looking forward to seeing more of your projects....
i had no idea you could wash silk with shampoo! wow.
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