Getting the Hang of Sewing with Nap
If you've ever finished a gorgeous velvet skirt only to realize one panel looks five shades darker than the rest, you've probably had your first real encounter with the quirks of sewing with nap. It's one of those things that sounds a bit technical when you see it on a pattern envelope, but in reality, it's just a fancy way of saying your fabric has a "direction." Whether you're working with something fuzzy, shiny, or textured, knowing how to handle that direction makes the difference between a project that looks professional and one that looks like a bit of a mistake. ...