Thrifting clothes can help you get rid of your unwanted clothes while preventing them from ending up in landfills. You may find some amazing finds in thrift stores, but a common question is whether thrift stores wash clothes before they sell them. The short answer is no, the majority of thrift stores don’t wash their …
While shopping for a new pair of jeans or pants is an enjoyable experience, we can all agree that storing them is not so much. While a coat is hung in the closet, and socks get rolled up and put in a drawer, jeans can be a little more tricky to store. So much so, …
Vintage is a word that has been around since the 1920s. But what exactly does it mean? And how do you know whether something qualifies as vintage? A look into the history of the term reveals some interesting tidbits about the evolution of style. The first known use of the term “vintage” dates back to …
Learning how to sew can take some people all of five minutes and others quite a while. This is because it is quite intricate work and can become very frustrating with the tiny little needles if you are working by hand. When you get a small tear in your clothing, it can be very frustrating …
Thrifting is shopping for clothes/items in second hand stores, flea markets of garage sales. Thrift items are preloved and cheaper than new products. Thrift stores are everywhere, and there are plenty of ways to save money while doing good. It is also a great way of recycling clothing and reducing your carbon footprint. Here’s how …
If you want to learn how to sew basic stitches by hand, you’ll need some supplies. You’ll need thread, needles, pins, fabric and scissors. Let’s look at the steps to start sewing by hand, Needles There are many different types of sewing needles so it’s good to have a variety. Be sure to include a …
Cupro fabric is made out of a blend of recycled plant fibers and chemical treatments. While there are many different kinds of fabric, cupro is unique because it is a very thin material that resembles silk. Unlike traditional silk, however, cupro is much less expensive and easier to produce. How Is It Made? Cupro gets …
Viscose might be a term some people are familiar with, especially with regards to clothing, and the manufacturing industry as a whole. But what exactly is viscose, and what does it mean with regards to material? What Does Viscose Mean? With regards to the creation of fabric, viscose refers to a semisynthetic material made from …
