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Top 5 dyeable fabrics for DIY projects

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You know that for any DIY project, the fabric is one of the most important decisions that you can ever make. When you want to wash your fabric to the new color you desire, it is helpful to know which of the fabrics is most receptive to the dye. Now, let me take you through the best five fabrics that you need to dye for your projects! Cotton: The All-Rounder This vegetable fiber material is common in all homes, and is usually the most preferred material for any do it yourself person. It’s durable, flexible and one of the most preferable dyeable fabrics you’ll ever come across. Cotton fabric can easily perform all these tasks; whether it is used to design a attractive t-shirt, a warm quilt or formal tote bags. Why Cotton? Dye Affinity: Reactive dyes have excellent uptake on cotton fabric and thus provide excellent colour fastness and bright colours. Ease of Use: Cotton can be bought almost anywhere and can be found in any weight and texture appropriate for everything from garments to ho...

The Top 4 Tips for Taking Care of Your Silk Fabric

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Introduction Silk fabric   is in high demand in the market for clothing, accessories, and house finishing since it is a highly elegant material with beautiful texture. However, maintaining the plant’s health and beauty requires extra attention. The following crucial advice will help you maintain the brand-new appearance of your silk fabric: Read the Care Label You should always first check out the care label that comes with your silk products. While most silks are delicate, different kind of silks require different ways of handling and should always be treated according to standards to ensure they don’t get ruined. Gentle Washing Hand Wash: Most silk products should be washed by hand and not machine washed. Wash with cold water only and use mild non-color destroying washing paste or any recommended gentle soap. Very lightly move the cloth in the water and immerse the piece of silk in water without much rubbing the fabric. Machine Wash: If it is allowed on the care label, use a mesh...