Learn the parts of leggings, from waistband and gusset to seams, rise and ankle hem. See how they are cut and sewn and what to check for fit and quality.
Water Repellency in Fabrics: Finishes and Testing
Learn about water repellency in fabrics: how it differs from waterproof, finish types, PFAS-free options, a padding recipe and spray, oil and head tests.
What Is a Maxi Dress? Styles, Fabrics and Fit Guide
What is a maxi dress? Learn its meaning, history, main styles, best fabrics, how to find the right length and fit, and the fabric needed to sew one.
What Is Silk Made Of? How Silk Fiber Is Produced
What is silk made of? Learn how silkworms make silk protein, how the fiber is reeled and degummed, the main silk types, its properties and its common uses.
Nylon Fiber: Nylon 6 vs Nylon 66, Properties and Uses
Learn what nylon fiber is, how nylon 6 and nylon 66 differ, how they are made, their properties, uses, dyeing, care and a worked denier and regain example.
Children’s Clothing Size Chart by Age, Height and Weight
Use this children’s clothing size chart by age, height, weight and waist, with US, UK and EU sizes, how to measure a child and a worked example.