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Nf00-424 Sewing With Velvet, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses sewing techniques for velvet.

Nf00-420 Sewing With Tencel®, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses a variety uses for sewing with Tencel®.

Nf00-417 Sewing With Outerwear Sports Fabric, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses outerwear sports fabric and sewing uses.

F00-416 Sewing With Silky Textured Fabrics, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses a variety of uses for silky textured fabrics.

G93-1125 Lining A Jacket Or Coat, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The purpose of a lining is to add to the comfort of the wearer; preserve the shape of a garment or add body to it; and conceal construction details and raw edges of fabric, thus giving a finished appearance to the inside of the garment. A neatly applied lining usually adds to a garment quality.

The fabric and style of the garment may influence whether a lining should be used. Woven fabrics are more frequently lined (to conceal raw edges) than knit fabrics. If a woven fabric coat or jacket is not lined, give seam allowances and facings a special …