31 October 2026
Warp and weft: how a woven fabric holds together
Two sets of threads, crossing at right angles. Here is what warp and weft are, and why they matter when you choose a fabric.
The journal
Short, practical notes on how fabric is made, how to choose it and how to make it last.
24 October 2026
Plain, twill or satin? The three basic weaves
Almost every woven cloth is a variation on three structures. Learn to spot them and you will know a lot about a fabric before you touch it.
17 October 2026
What GSM tells you about a fabric
Grams per square metre is the quickest way to compare fabrics. Here is how to read it, and what it does not tell you.