FAQ

Spandex is the most common type of fabric used for activewear. It has high stretchability making the clothes agile and comfortable for movements. Spandex can stretch 100 times more than its original size, perfect for activewear.

Acrylic is a synthetic fabric that is manmade through a chemical reaction. This makes a plastic fibre that is then spun into thread and yarn and then woven into fabric. Acrylic resembles the look and feel of wool. Acrylic fabric is lightweight, warm, and soft to the touch.

Modal fabric is semi-synthetic made from beech tree pulp. It is breathable and absorbent making it great for underwear, pyjamas, and household items, like bedsheets and towels. Modal fabric is a form of rayon, another plant-based textile. It is a little more durable and flexible than the standard version of rayon.

Minky fabric is a super soft variety of fleece fabric. It’s produced from 100% polyester fibre or microfiber. It comes in many colours and textures and is very warm. It works well for baby products because of its soft feel, warmth, and being lightweight.

Rayon is a cellulose fibre coming from natural sources like wood. There are many types and grades of rayon. It can imitate the feel and texture of natural fibres such as silk, wool, cotton, and linen.

When working with cotton fabric you should always use cotton thread. Polyester or manmade fabric should be sewn with polyester thread. Polyester fibre is stronger than most natural fibres. It can break the weaker cotton fabric over time.

1. Let the wax dry. You will have better results if you wait until the wax hardens. You can let the wax dry naturally or put an ice cube on the wax to make it harden faster.
2. Scrape off as much of the wax with a dull knife that you can.
3. Use an iron on low heat to melt the remaining wax. Place paper towels between the iron and fabric t absorb the wax. Replacing the paper towels as necessary.
4. If all else fails bring your clothing to the dry cleaners, as the chemical used in dry cleaning is excellent for removing wax, chewing gum, and oil.

1. With the fabric dry use liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply a few drops to the stain and let it soak for five minutes.
2. Then rinse with warm water while rubbing it gently.
3. For white clothing (non-spandex blends) wash in hot water using laundry detergent and ½ cup bleach. For coloured clothing (or white that has spandex), wash in the hottest water recommended on the care label using detergent and stain remover.
4. Air-dry the item.

1. Wet the fabric and then blot with a clean cloth. The stain should transfer to the clean cloth.
2. Add a small amount of liquid detergent onto the stain then let sit for three to 5 minutes.
3. Wash the garment in the hottest water possible then air dry.

Or how many inches in a yard of fabric?

A yard of fabric is 36 inches or 3 feet long.

Here are three simple things to tell if the fabric is of quality.

1. Hold the fabric up to bright light. Overall, the thicker the material, the higher the quality.
2. Pull on an area of the fabric and hold for a few seconds. Does the fabric retain its shape once you let go? If not its most likely poor quality fabric.
3. Check the label for natural fibers. Generally, the more natural fibers will mean higher quality but this isn’t always the case as some synthetic fabrics are high quality as well.