r/Fabrics

Hello,

So recently I got some new T-Shirts made of Pima Cotton from a brand called True Classic because my old T-Shirts were a little too small, probably from being washed and dried at too high a temperature over time

The new shirts are very nice and comfortable, and you can really tell that the cotton is far better quality, however there's a slight problem when washing at a low temperature and letting them air-dry - debris clings to them very, very easily

So when I went to collect them all and add them back to my wardrobe, I always notice that hair and debris has clung to them and I have to brush them off all the time, and just wondered why. I assume it's not the material itself, is it because air-drying has that effect? How could I prevent it?

I also recently got some socks made of Bamboo from Giovici (sounds fancy, but they're very cheap, 15 for 5 pairs). However also after washing them at a low temperature and letting them air dry with my shirts, they have a worse problem - they don't retain their shape at all and crumple up like leaves. Is that something that could be improved?

Thank you

my customs broker said it would cost over $10k.. I feel they are just trying to take advantage of me because I am a woman. is anyone familiar with the process?

I just recently bought this vintage jacket that was a replica from the jacket michael jackson wore in the beat it music video. It’s been sitting in my closet forever though because everytime I wear it, red flakes come off of it onto my skin. Does anyone know how to stop this from happening? The tag on the jacket says “Shell: Polyurethane with nylon backing. Lining: 100% Nylon”. Anything helps!

I thrifted 2 yards of solid yellow Pindler and Pindler fabric today. The label is as follows:

Pattern: Sateena
Number: S992 or 5992 (can’t quite tell)
Color: Sundance

Anyone know anything about this fabric? I can’t quite tell what the content is.

I work at a preschool. Once class is planning on creating a weaving using fence posts as the warp. What is the best way to treat the fabric to have it survive outdoors? It doesn't have to last forever, but it would be nice to get a year out of it.

We will be using (generally) upholstery fabric donated from a local interior decorator and various quilting groups.

Hello all! I’m currently working on an outfit for the renaissance festival in my area, and I’m trying to find a specific type of fabric to flow off my wrists. It’s meant to look like the fins of a betta fish.

I found a creator named Aleksei Dayneks who used a hand made fan for their costumes that has the effect I’m looking for. It shines, and has a sort of weightless look when moving through the air. Anyone I’ve found in the comments asking about the fabric type got vague responses of “feather silk”, which doesn’t seem to exist outside of a massive company for theatrical work. I’ve also seen the terms liquid silk and liquid organza thrown around, but those don’t seem to be right either. I’ve also looked into silk habotai and it doesn’t have the gravity defying effect I’m looking for.

Does anyone know what I could be referring to? I’m at a loss and I’d love to get insight from those more experienced. I’m not able to provide a visual reference in my post.

I started paying more attention to fabrics recently and noticed that cheaper synthetic fabrics often develop a strange sticky/heavy feeling after washing and wear.

Natural fabrics seem to age completely differently.

Is this mostly caused by heat retention, coating breakdown, microfiber damage, or something else?

Curious how fabric people here explain it.

I've always gotten goosebumps when I touch silk and don't like silky fabric, even when it's regarded as mire premium.

I'm buying sheets/bedding/blankets online and there is a tencel option, does anyone know if I would feel the same way about tencel as I do with silk?

Hey guys, I rediscovered a purse of mine and I would love to start using it again. I am, however, no longer comfortable with the Harry Potter branding that's on it (iykyk) and want to get rid of that. The underlaying material is PVC according to the label and I don't want to damage it with alcohol or something. I tried heating the applique with the design but it wouldn't come loose. I also tried nail polish remover but it just made a white spot on the applique...

Any tips or tricks would be greatly appreciated!

(And if you know where I could get more answers please let me know!)

Edit: pictures of the purse are on my profile

Hi! I’m a 21y.o trying to start a pajamas business… but feeling really lost since i’m not sure where to start. I want to build a pajamas business thats comfortable for women to wear: braless, chic and simple.

I’m so lost on where to start looking — fabrics, suppliers, manufacturers etc.. any advice? watched a bunch of youtube videos, articles etc but nothing seemed to help much 🥲

looking for advice on how to source for correct fabrics & suppliers! suggestions for fabrics are welcome too!! i stay in a hot & humid country so i’m looking for a fabric that soft and breathable, but not so thin such that the nipples are seeable 😊

Will 95% cotton 5% spandex fold over pants shrink in the hot water method?? I found the PERFECT pants but i need them shrunk down one or two sizes around the waist!

We have really tall ceilings in our living area and we are looking to revamp the area. So we have tall windows we want to cover. I’m talking just under 22 feet ceilings and we are thinking of ceiling tracks.

So when I look online for material, I want to choose high quality material that is sheer to allow light to continue to diffuse but what do I look for to ensure the quality is good? I’ve gotten a few swatches and I can’t picture in in large form.

Hi, sorry if this is the wrong sub but I'm kind of losing my mind. I'm graduating college this week (!!) and received a stole from a club. When I got it, I noticed that they'd painted on it. I have no idea what kind of paint, but it feels like acrylic or some other craft store paint. The stole itself seems to be polyester or otherwise artificial (there's no tag).

I'd really like to get the creases out of the stole and don't know what to do. I got it a bit damp with cold water, but the paint seems to be bleeding through the other side now. I don't have a steamer or iron due to still living in the dorms.

Any help would be appreciated 😢😢