Have you ever owned a piece of clothing that pulled to one side, got longer as the day goes on or just didn’t fit quite right? Chances are it was cut incorrectly. Yes, there is a right and wrong way to cut fabric, and it can make a huge difference to your end product! Grain Lines The most important part … Read More
The Local Debate – South African Textiles
I love fabric. There’s just something about holding a luxurious piece of cloth in your hands, freshly cut – a wealth of potential in its fibers. I am also passionate about the topic of ethical shopping and supporting our local industries as much as possible. Knowing exactly how and where my beautiful fabric came into being is the cherry on … Read More
Free Cloth Diaper Patterns and Sewing Guides
Free Cloth Diaper Patterns and Sewing Guides There are many free cloth diaper patterns available for download. These are useful as they will tell you which fabrics you will need and give some instructions on how to sew your diapers. All fabrics recommended under each cloth diaper type can be purchased from our online store www.minimatters.co.za Fitted diapers We recommend … Read More
Sewing with waterproof PUL and TPU fabrics
Sewing with PUL/TPU waterproof fabrics Let’s face it, some of the specialized fabrics most commonly used in cloth diapers are not the easiest to work with. PUL/TPU is one of them, but with a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily master working with this fabric and create beautiful waterproof works of art. What is PUL/TPU? The PU in … Read More
Cloth Diaper Fabrics Explained
Cloth Diaper Fabrics Explained With the wonderful world of modern cloth diapers comes a wide selection of technical and speciality fabrics used for specific purposes in cloth diapers. Whether you want to sew your own or just make an informed choice of the best options for you in ready made diapers, this guide will help you understand the fabrics most … Read More