/r/Fabrics

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Anything relating to fabric.

Methods and techniques of working with fabric, such as dyeing, sewing, batik, tie-dye, appliques, weaving, quilting, block printing, iron-on printing, screenprinting, and direct dye painting.

Also, links directly relating to fabrics and dyes themselves. Natural and synthetic dyes and their uses, how-to links on the creation of various types of fabric, discussion of the uses and differences in various types of fabric, and pictures and videos of interesting artistic techniques and creations.

Related subreddits:

/r/quilting

/r/sewing

/r/textiles

/r/arts

/r/dyeing

/r/myog/

/r/Fabrics

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Remove printed logo on puffer jacket?

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2024/11/02
08:40 UTC

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Mountain Dew fabric?

I just need a fat quarter of mountain dew print fabric in cotton for a commission i got. Tried looking online, but I’m not finding anything so far.

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2024/11/02
06:13 UTC

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Any idea how to glue down letters on a football jersey?

Have a West Ham shirt with the Dagenham Motors sponsor slowly falling off.

Any ideas for me?

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2024/11/01
22:10 UTC

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Custom sequin fabric?

Any suggestions on a vendor who can make a custom sequin fabric? I am having such a hard time sourcing fabric that I need for a costume in 2025 (lines of 6mm gold sequins on satin or netting). Thanks!

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2024/11/01
21:50 UTC

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Best fabric dyes in the U.K.?

I bought a couple of white cotton dresses that I would love to dye bright colours but I’ve never done this before and don’t know which dyes to use! I’ve seen there are Dylon and Rit but wondered if there are any others out there? I’m ideally looking for a rich magenta and a true purple or turquoise.

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2024/11/01
09:04 UTC

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Heading to Thailand next year, what type of fabrics are good for this hot humid climate? Currently looking at linen blends, but not sure what blend is best.

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2024/10/31
16:16 UTC

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Best marker pen for autographs on clothing?

Ideally works for cotton and 100% polyester! I tried the sharpie coloured ones but the silver barely stays on and the gold and bronce seem black and can barely see them under the sun light. They also didn’t hold up for a single wash and are quite faded, I’m looking for a pen that doesn’t give me those issues, thanks!

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2024/10/31
14:39 UTC

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Removing iron hem adhesive

Hi all! I recently tried to hem a 100% polyester dress using Heat N Bond Hem adhesive, but hated the way it looked so i reheated it and unpeeled the layers. now the dress has this weird wrinkles because of the residue. Is there any way to fix this/remove the residue? I’ve ironed it all flat but the residue still makes it look bunched up. TIA!!

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2024/10/31
01:51 UTC

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Helllpp MX Serape - heirlooms

Hi all

Im heartbroken. I have five gorgeous family serape blankets (heirlooms) that have been treated like family.

I just moved and I have no clue how but they met moisture and now have Brown spots Color bleeding And a smell

Im mainly sad about the color bleeding because they were gorgeous.

They range from wool, to cotton and natural fibers.

I want to restore them but I don’t know where to start.

I’d attach pics but it won’t allow me. :(

Are there other threads I should post in?

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2024/10/31
01:43 UTC

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Need big ol’ piece of fabric

Hey everyone, I need a piece of fabric to hang as a ceiling covering in my bedroom. I need a piece about 11 square yards to cover the area. Can I get that size single piece at a normal fabric store? For a reasonable price? If not, any suggestions?

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2024/10/30
22:44 UTC

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Cork fabric

Hi guys! I'm using cork fabric for making dog collar, and I notice that the fabric stretch a lot. It stretches at least 1-2 cm after testing (I had to make a collar tighter). I'm wondering if there is any type of material that can stabilise the cork fabric so it doesn't stretch? I prefer sewing than interfacing with heat since cork fabric doesn't do well with heat.

Thank you!

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2024/10/30
21:00 UTC

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Alexander Henry and tula pink fabric

I'm here to some fabric about a year ago and now that I'm getting ready to move I would like to not take all the stuff with me to the new place. I don't know there's a big market for this or are we do it for $49@yard or you can take

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2024/10/30
10:39 UTC

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90s Windbreaker Fabric

Hey! I'm working on making a 90s style Windbreaker track suit and I'm struggling to find the right fabric. https://imgur.com/a/E51L0E7

Here are references for another jacket I have.

Any help is greatly appreciated!

2 Comments
2024/10/30
03:18 UTC

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Print Onto Fabric?

I was wondering if its possible to print your own images onto fabric! This would be used to make a tote bag, so imagine canvas type of fabric. I also plan on adding lining to the tote bag (although I dont know what type of fabric to use for that). Please let me know if this is possible, and if so the best type of fabric to use for printing your own images and how/where I could do it! I know its a lot to ask for, so I appreciate any and all help, and also any additional suggestions/ideas ya'll may have!

Thank you!

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2024/10/30
02:13 UTC

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polyester based performance suit fabrics

I need a beater suit for travel.

I've been a fan of the Miracle Air Jacket (AirSense Jacket) (Wool-Like) in all its iterations and prefer it to my wool suits due to the following features:

- Performs well in tropical climates, lightweight

- Stretchy

- Machine-washable and quick-drying

I want to know if this material is easy to find for tailoring a made-to-measure (MTM) suit.

In my country, it's listed as: Shell: 100% Polyester / Lining: 100% Polyester.

However, I found another country lists the same fabric as: Shell: 71% Polyester, 29% Elastomultiester / Lining: 100% Polyester.

I'm new to performance fabrics, so if there are better materials than this, I’m definitely interested.

(A ready-made suit from Uniqlo is approximately 100 USD.
I'll be shopping for material and getting it tailored in Asia.)

Thanks.

PS: I’m aware of the benefits of wool (and linen), but I’d appreciate it if your response focuses on polyester-based performance fabrics.

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2024/10/30
01:59 UTC

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Help identifying fabric from a Build a Bear plush

back story if you care - My partner is obsessed with their 2016 Batman Build a Bear plush. i want to say its the batman vs superman collection. They have sensory issues and they really love the texture of the fabric used for the fur on this bear but it’s gotten worn out over time. The bear is discontinued and they haven’t been able to find anything that feels the same. If you could help me find a dupe that would be very appreciated!!

example: https://www.ebay.com/itm/176629212104

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2024/10/29
23:56 UTC

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Is This Really Silk?

I bought some small pieces of cloth from Japan, they're supposed to vintage silk. But they don't look like any silk I've ever seen: on piece is stiff and not smooth & feels like polyester. another is tight-woven but sort of tweedy, the 3rd is smooth & shiny but doesn'rt seem to breathe like silk. How can I tell if these are really silk?

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2024/10/29
22:26 UTC

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Dying a Sashiko fabric anything other than blue / Indigo?

I am looking for a fabric for a new project and came across Sashiko. I noticed that most Sashiko fabrics are either cream / Ecru or shades of blue.

Has anyone seen Sashiko fabrics by the yard in any other color (say dark green) or has experience in dying a cream Sashiko fabric any color but blue?

6 Comments
2024/10/29
20:07 UTC

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Help repairing pleather on old plush!!!

The shoes on my plush (about 6 years old, second hand) are peeling off, and it is made of pleather. I probably can't fix it completely but i need it to not get worse. it's very important to me so i'm desperate for any help or knowledge you all can give me. PICTURES ARE IN THIS LINK!-> https://postimg.cc/gallery/LsmN2RT (it will be in comments for mobile users)

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2024/10/29
17:53 UTC

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Best PERMANENT laundry markers for signing shirts?

I have a friend of mine who's in a band and id like for him to sign his own shirt, but I don't know a clue about the best laundry marker options.

It's a white shirt, using heather colors contain polyester, if that helps any.

Mostly looking for a long lasting/permanent marker that's wash safe.

I've read good things about the sharpie stuff, but I'd like more opinions on tkebr brands (cost isn't an issue, just want the best option!)

4 Comments
2024/10/29
17:50 UTC

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What fabric is this?

Image in comments. I have an old pyjama that is made of this silky stretchy fabric. It feels cool to the touch and is a very flowy type of fabric. It doesn't crease. I need to know what this fabric is so I can buy some new pyjamas or buy the fabric and get it stitched. My old pyjamas are falling apart. Is it Ice silk?

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2024/10/29
15:32 UTC

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Help finding this fabric

Does anyone know what fabric (or any type of fabric i can use) was used for this dress that Gemma Chan wore in her entrance scene in the Crazy Rich Asian movie: https://pin.it/5QGbCJV8h

I want to recreate this look for our holiday themed party. 😭 someone please help me. Thank you!!

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2024/10/29
07:54 UTC

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Zippers

Does anyone know where I can buy riri or ykk zippers? I’m based in Canada

2 Comments
2024/10/29
05:54 UTC

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I need help!

Hi! I need help!

I want to recreate the look so I badly want to know what kind of fabric was used in this dress: https://pin.it/6vS9p1hyi

It's the pink Christian Dior 2016 Fall RTW collection dress Gemma Chan wore on Crazy Rich Asian movie.

Please help 🥺 Thank you!

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2024/10/29
01:43 UTC

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What can I use for tote bag to be waterproof?

Or any specific fabric can I use or some liquids like sprays so it can be waterproof?

2 Comments
2024/10/29
00:37 UTC

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Bought this fabrics and I’d like to know what’s on the back

Hey everyone! I bought this fabric and in the back it has this 2nd skin which I’m not sure if I have to peel off. Anyway it seems it’s difficult to peel off! Can you help me?

https://imgur.com/a/wxeep7A

4 Comments
2024/10/28
15:10 UTC

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Tracking down vintage fabric pattern from photo

Hi! Unusual request, but I've been trying to track down the vintage fabric pattern in this photo for days and have come up empty, mostly from Googling "vintage fabric children playing." Does anyone have any leads, or know a good place I could ask/look? This is the closest I could find so far

https://preview.redd.it/mqwbwjaf6ixd1.jpg?width=759&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3e6ad07e29c0a8478c26bc88a2322ccc9443b5ed

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2024/10/28
14:01 UTC

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Orange hoodie fabric

Does anyone know where to purchase orange (not neon/safety orange) hoodie fabric/single sided fleece? I’m looking for something around 300 gpm. Thank you!

2 Comments
2024/10/28
01:33 UTC

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Cosplay making

I am making a Mario tennis princess daisy cosplay and I need go paint on orange shorts some yellow lines. All I have currently is acrylic paint and I wanted to know 1: If it's going to work for the one wear and 2: Is there a better option. Thank you

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2024/10/28
00:53 UTC

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Help Finding fabric that could hold alot of buttons/embellishments

I am trying to make an outfit for a concert that i am attending soon and im trying to idenify the best fabric for what i am trying to make. For reference you can look you Hoshi from Seventeen's God of Music MV, its a heavily decorated jacket with lots of gems and buttons and stuff added to it. I looked around and some sites said demin but im still worried that it may not hold for the amount of things im planning on adding 😅 the fabric in the image looks kinda felt-ish from other views so i was also thinking suede but i cant see that working well. However, i could be wrong. Just looking for a little fabric guidance.

2 Comments
2024/10/28
00:32 UTC

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