Turn your patio into an entertainment space with an outdoor kitchen and sleek bar seating, like this space from Studio KT.
You can also try your hand (literally) at freehand quilting. If you go this route, you will need a machine that allows you to drop the feed dogs.
West of Dijon, the picturesque towpaths of the Canal por Bourgogne meander into Pays d'Auxois. An unspoiled honeypot of uber-pretty hilltop villages, this rolling land of mustard fields and wooded hills begs a road trip – on foot, by bicycle, e-bike or four wheels.
Cultivation of domesticated silk originated in China. One piece of archaeological evidence dates the use of silk textiles in China back to 6500 BC, and the ancient Chinese certainly used silk as early as 3600 BC.
Install a window seat to add a cozy feel to any room. Michelle Berwick Design optimized the scenic view from large windows with a wide window seat that has a mix of open and closed storage beneath in this functional and stylish small home gym.
A species of silkworm called Pacypasa atus produces coan silk, which is native to certain parts of Greece, Turkey, and Italy. These silkworms feed on pine, juniper, and oak trees, and while coan silk was widely used in Ancient Rome, coan silk fabric production today is limited, and this type of silk is mainly used to strengthen other types of silk fibers.
It recently caught my attention that using a satin pillowcase is said to provide a variety of potential benefits for your hair. Many people even swear by them, saying that benefits include anti-aging properties, allergy resistance and reduced hair damage. I knew I had to give it a go…
The textile industry increasingly employs research and development in the area of quality control. Medieval craft guilds were concerned with maintaining high quality standards, and later textile mills established rigid systems of inspection, realizing that a reputation for supplying fault-free goods encouraged repeat orders. Modern quality control has been assisted by development of techniques and machines for assessing fibre, yarn, and fabric properties; by the introduction of legislation regarding misrepresentation in many industrialized countries; and by the establishment of rigid specifications by a growing number of buyers.
Certain types of quilting require specific equipment. Here are some general guidelines for sewing machines and quilting.
You can make these yourself at home or buy them already made. Templates can be made out of cardboard, plastic, or paper. The ones professionals use are made out of metal.
Many modern textile organizations test product quality at every major stage of processing. Yarns are tested for uniform thickness and more info other characteristics; fabric pieces are checked for defects; and the fastness of finishes and colours to various conditions is determined. Although it would not be feasible to test each yarn or fabric piece produced, statistical techniques allow maintenance of quality within previously specified limits, and the introduction of automatic testing devices has greatly reduced testing time and cost.
I like to think of this block-making method as “quilting origami.” You fold the fabric in different ways to form interesting shapes.
Take a shortcut to high glamour by designing an all-black kitchen. Louis Duncan-He Designs mixed black cabinets and a black stone waterfall island with stainless steel appliances and light wood flooring for a dramatic look in this remodeled midcentury modern kitchen.
While it’s likely been around since people first began weaving together fibers and fabrics, textile designing has evolved significantly over the years. Nowadays, modern technology makes it easier than ever to turn your designs into reality digital tools like Adobe photoshop and Illustrator make it possible to quickly design patterns, while digital printing lets you apply those patterns onto fabrics with ease.