From Fiber to Fabric

Quilters can consult this must-have guide to learn which textiles to avoid and which to choose for creating durable keepsake quilts. Discussed extensively are the creation and care of cotton fabrics, washability, and durability. Suitable choices for batting are also reviewed. 100 illustrations, 80 in color.

Acknowledgments

4

(1)

Introduction

5

(2)

PART I: ALL ABOUT THE FABRIC

7

(45)

Chapter 1: Consumer Expectations

7

(4)

Chapter 2: Cotton

11

(4)

Chapter 3: From Fiber to Fabric

15

(10)

Chapter 4: Textile Preparation

25

(6)

Chapter 5: Textile Dyeing

31

(6)

Chapter 6: Textile Printing

37

(8)

Chapter 7: Textile Finishes

45

(7)

PART II: TESTING YOUR OWN FABRICS

52

(29)

Chapter 8: Learning by Testing

52

(24)

Chapter 9: Dimensional Stability (Grain)

76

(5)

PART III: THREADS

81

(14)

Chapter 10: Thread

81

(7)

Chapter 11: Types of Thread and Their Uses

88

(7)

PART IV: NONWOVEN TEXTILES

95

(28)

Chapter 12: Batting

95

(28)

PART V: CARE AND KEEPING

123

(11)

Chapter 13: Care of Your Quilts

123

(11)

Appendix I

134

(1)

Appendix II and Sources

135

(1)

Glossary of Textile Terms

136

(4)

Bibliography

140

(1)

Index

141

(3)

About the Author

144

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