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Post by Anukh Bastis on Dec 15, 2006 10:57:33 GMT -5
I went looking for brown wool fabric at Fabric Place. The only fabric in a dark brown that would match my boots was something called Kenized Silver Cloth. It looks like melton wool, except that it's 100% cotton and thinner. It looked like it would give a nice drape, and since it's cotton, I figure it would be less hot as well. Only thing is that it's typically used to line boxes for silverware storage and is treated to prevent tarnish. So I'm wondering if whatever it's treated with would irritate the skin? On the otherhand, it comes in 58-60" width- how much silver lining could a person need? So I disagreeumption is that there could be some daring folk out there that's used it for clothing as well. I'm tempted to ask for a swatch and see how it behaves after washing... Has anyone tried making a robe out of this fabric?
It's the same price as the wool ($10) so unfortunately there is no financial incentive for me to try this fabric. The cheaper alternative was to try dyeing some quilters flannel that came at $5/yd.
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Dec 15, 2006 20:08:13 GMT -5
I would sat that this would not be a really good choice, or cost effective either. There are many fabric choices out there, even if you have to go online to find one.
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Post by JediKai on Dec 16, 2006 2:53:53 GMT -5
If it's the same price as wool, get wool! It's authentic and so much better to wear. Quilter's flannel will be too lightweight and won't hang right. A better choice in that price range is "bottom weight" cotton. It's heavy cotton meant for trousers.
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Post by Ani-Chay Pinn on Dec 16, 2006 12:49:42 GMT -5
If it's meant for lining boxes and treated to prevent tarnish, then I have a strong suspicion that it is not meant to be washed and washing will drastically change its look, which can be a big problem. You will want to wash your robe.
If there is wool around there, then definitely go for wool. It's much more authentic. Cotton will do as well, but it should be a heavier cotton. In general, when buying fabric for something you are going to wear, then choose the fabric that was made for that purpose.
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Post by Kryy Jacobi on Dec 16, 2006 15:49:46 GMT -5
Only thing is that it's typically used to line boxes for silverware storage and is treated to prevent tarnish. So I'm wondering if whatever it's treated with would irritate the skin? YES!! About 15 years ago I was the buyer for silver chests and Pacific silvercloth storage stuff at a retail shop. From just handling the stuff, after a while my hands would start to get a bit red and "fuzzy feeling". So please don't try to wear it! Let your silverware wear it instead.  |
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