Velvet is such a beautiful fabric. But if you’ve ever owned anything made from velvet, you know what a fragile textile it is. Here are tips for how to properly wash and care for velvet fabric. Watch here… ***** If you’re sewing something out of velvet or you have an existing garment that’s made of […]
I stopped by Your Morning to show Lindsey Deluce and Melissa Grelo some tricks for making your fabrics last. I shared tips for knowing what water temperature and detergents to use when washing clothes, plus I showed three stain-removal hacks —using ingredients you have already at home— for some of the most common stains: red wine, lipstick, and […]
Did your pen slip and mark up your favourite shirt? Don’t fret — it’s an easier fix than you think! This video, showing how to get ink out of fabric, is one of my first collaborations with DIY channel Makeful. Watch here… ***** Hi, I’m Denise. I’m a sewing expert and author, and I’m going to show […]
Caring for leather isn’t as daunting as you’d guess. If you protect it beforehand (and regularly thereafter), treat spots right away, and clean leather as needed, it will last a long time and age beautifully. Here are leather care tips that are not only applicable when you’re sewing with leather, but also for store-bought items like […]
Do you love wearing linen on a beach vacation? Have you inherited heirloom vintage linens? Linen is a beautiful, luxurious fabric, but not everyone knows how to care for linen properly. So how do you wash and dry linen? Watch here… ***** Hi everyone, I just finished filming a segment for Cityline all about choosing […]
I shared tips on Cityline for how to choose and care for table linens. Make sure you watch to the end of the segment, because I show host Tracy Moore how to DIY a quick, no-sew tablecloth, and I share with her the three most common drop lengths for a table cloth: dinner (1″ above the seat of […]
