by Sewport Support Team • March 06, 2025 • 9 min read Fabric nameWool Fabric also known asCashmere, fleece, fur, hair, tweed Fabric compositionHair fibers from various animals Fabric possible thread count variationsUp to 200 with more fragility at higher thread counts ...
There are some concerns about the treatment of cashmere goats. It is, however, certainly possible to produce cashmere wool sustainably and ethically, and here at Sewport, we’ve partnered with a variety of ethical cashmere brands. We’ll cover everything you need to know about cashmere in thi...
In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how to sew a wardrobe you'll still love in ten years. They cover what makes a garment long lasting—both stylewise and physically—how to choose styles that you'll love to wear for years, and practical tips for making garments that stand the...
They are typically made of high-quality fibers, including luscious wools and cashmeres, and are designed to have two attractive faces. With the right techniques, you can craft a coat or jacket that is fully reversible. Although you'll need to invest time in hand stitching to accomplish this...
We’ve all loved our “cashmere” sweaters, which are soft to the touch and made from wool. Angora is a similar touch and feel to cashmere, but you’ll know it’s angora because you’ll notice small threads of fur emerging from the garment material that can almost be “brushed” like...
it can be hard finding clothes that fit well and express your personality – but learning to sew can also be intimidating, especially if you're not in the size range of most beginner sewing patterns. In Sewing the Curve, Jenny Rushmore, the body-positive, plus-size founder of Cashmerette,...
The goal here is to make sure you select pieces underneath that do a great job of keeping you warm without adding bulk (think cashmere or thinner wool pieces). Think of your sleeves as an interchangeable aspect of your look. More so, you can dress up the look with luxe cashmere turtlenec...
The goal is to get the knitting into a desired shape without overstretching it or damaging the fibers. You can use these methods for all types of natural fibers from merino wool, mohair, and cashmere to cotton, silk, and blends. For animal fibers, always take extra care to avoid heat an...
purpose of this is to help with protecting your outer layers from underarm odors, as the undershirt covers a larger area of your armpit this way. Another reason is for comfort, as a shorter sleeve has the potential to bunch-up underneath your arm throughout the day, which is very ...
This moth-eaten cashmere sweater takes on a whole new look when mended with tiny bits of colorful stitches. Knitted Bliss repaired the issues, then added a few extra areas of stitching so it looks more intentional and less like a patch. To use this method, start by sewing the hole togethe...