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Tips for Caring for Your Favorite Fabrics

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Those who work with fabrics know that much money and time is invested in them. That is why caring for your favorite fabrics is so important in order to keep them looking fantastic long after that final stitch is secured. The following are some tips to caring for certain types of fabrics. If you have some fabric tips and tricks, please share them with your fellow crafters on J&O Fabrics Facebook page!

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The photo above shows people working with silkworms to create fabric

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How to Cut Fabric Flawlessly

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Use the following tips to ensure that fabric is cut correctly. These ‘how to cut fabric’ tips are mostly for beginner level crafters, though we can all appreciate a little reminder now and then! While cutting fabric sounds like a no-brainer, you would be surprised how many yards of fabric are ruined during the cutting process.

How to Cut Fabric

Save your fabric stash with these tips on how to cut fabric

 

Cut fabric smoothly with the following tips:

  • Prewash fabric according to type and instructions. This will ensure that any shrinking will not interfere with the project dimensions!
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Tips for Working With Challenging Fabrics

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When you are working with challenging fabrics, the following tips and tricks will come in handy! While some fabrics are a cinch, materials like burlap or silk can be a bit more difficult to work with. Taking your time and remembering the following tips will help save you time and money.

Challenging Fabrics

Sewing tips to get the most out of fabrics that are a challenge:

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Fabric Tips: Easy Ways to Stretch Your Budget

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Decorating with fabric is a rewarding experience with a huge payoff! The following fabric tips will help you to keep creating while sticking to your budget. Fabric is a lifelong passion, and you can continuously redecorate on a budget if you stretch your imagination and your fabric.

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Now you do not have to forgo this season’s great fabrics—just use smaller amounts of them in moderation! These fabric décor tips will save you money while keeping your space fresh!

 

Fabric tips for stretching your budget while getting the most punch include:

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Top 3 Unexpected Spots to Decorate with Fabric

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Fabric is expected in certain places around the home. The following three fabric décor ideas are all-to-often forgotten, and they look fabulous! Just a small amount of fabric in unexpected areas can really make a space. Not only does it look great, but also doing it yourself is the most affordable avenue to home décor. Use these tips to decorate with fabric this and every season.

Decorating with fabric in eye-catching spots helps to transform any room in the house. Show your creative side when you choose coordinating fabrics and place them in great places!

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Fabric furniture upholstery 

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