Where to buy fabric to make a silk necktie?

I want to make some silk neckties for Christmas.





What type of silk is best for making a necktie? I see lots of different types when searching for silk fabrics.


And do you have a store you would recommend to buy this fabric.





(I've checked JoAnn and I do not see what I need. I'm willing to pay extra for good quality fabric.)





Thanks!|||It's typically a silk repp that's used. I know of a couple of places in Portland, OR that have some -- but not a wide variety nor a steady supply. Call or email both Mill End Fabrics and Fabric Depot.


http://www.fabricdepot.com or info@fabricdepot.com


http://millendstore.com/ or http://millendstore.com/contact.html





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|||you can easily buy by clicking this link:http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?i鈥?/a>|||fabric.com is a good place and so is fashionfabrics.com|||i get my ties from here..


http://www.99.dresstailor.com/


they are good and i get to choose from a wide range of variety.. i m pretty satisfied...and its only $99!


good luck!

How do you wash Vietnamese silk?

i recently bought a vietnamese silk brocade dress. it is a very soft light weave. in soft blues and greens. however, it came with no care instructions. how do i wash this? severaly of my other silk garments say to dry clean only, and some i can hand wash. is there a difference in the fabric that i should be aware of?|||The silk garments in your wardrobe are likely to be among the most expensive and delicate items you own. The traditional approach to cleaning these items is to take them to commercial cleaners, but there is a faster and more affordable way to clean them without running the colors or ruining the fabric.





Things You鈥檒l Need:


Clean, empty sink


Wool cleaner


Vinegar


2 towels


Large zip-top plastic bag


Refrigerator


Iron


Ironing board


Step 1:


Find an inconspicuous area of the silk fabric to test for color fastness. Use lukewarm water and a tiny amount of the wool cleaner to gently rub this small section for about a minute. If the colors appear to run, dry this section immediately and only clean this garment with the help of professional commercial cleaners.





Step 2:


Fill the sink with slightly warm water and add the appropriate amount of wool cleaner by following the directions on the bottle. Soak the garment in the water for five minutes. If there are obvious stains on the garment, rub these gently with your fingers under the water.





Step 3:


Remove the garment from the sink, drain the water, rinse the soap suds out of the sink and re-fill with cold water. Add about 1/3 cup of vinegar to the water and rinse the garment briefly in this mixture.





Step 4:


Drain the sink again and rinse the garment under cold water from the faucet until it appears that the soap and vinegar have been completely rinsed out.





Step 5:


Lay the dripping garment flat on a towel. Roll the towel up to wring the moisture out of the garment gently. Lay the damp garment flat on the dry towel and allow to air dry for about an hour.





Step 6:


Place the damp garment in the plastic zip-top bag and put the bag in the refrigerator for about an hour.





Step 7:


Turn the garment inside out and iron on low heat with gentle pressure.





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When soaking the fabric, make sure the water is not too hot. Hot water may shrink the garment.





Do not rub aggressively when rubbing stained areas, as this can damage the fabric.|||Send it too the DRY CLEANERS.... just to b safe. i guess if it had no care instructions it might b hand-washable, but the problem is that i might not.it could just be hand made- which would raise the value even more, and then .... welll i cant bear to write it lol|||no, they are the same as other silk fabric|||ewwww idk

What are all the products that were carried along during the Silk Road?

These are very hard to find. The only major product i know that was carried along on the Silk Road is, silk. I'm not really sure what the other products were.|||'Silk' actually ceased to be an important trade item from 533ad on, when two monks smuggled silkworm eggs from the Orient, and brought them to Constantinople. From then on, Europeans made silk for themselves.





The spices are very impt., pepper was almost the value of precious metals...because of its importance in preserving food; without refrigeration, you could have no meat at all in the winter unless it was heavily cured/peppered.





The only thing China wanted in return was silver...This was the one thing she was in short supply of; for some reason gold was not in high demand, and she had no need for Western manufactured goods.





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(on silk)|||This road had many branches connecting three distant continents and several major civilizations for two millennia. Goods flowed both ways. Beside silks, Europe and Middle East imported diamonds that were at that time only found in India, precious stones, spices, papers, glass, mirrors, slaves, and fruits. Peaches originated in China and oranges in Vietnam traveled these roads to West. Apricots that grew only around Caucasus were spread to Europe and China; and plums from Balkans could be found all the way in China. Europe/Middle East exported crafted goods, amber, wine, steel, armory, and bronze, copper, or iron bars. Steel was first used in mass by Hittites, but their descendants around present Turkey mastered the process before Chinese making iron very expensive in Egypt and Far East. The steel processing colonies produced quantum of iron ingots for external market and they can be found in Balkans, Small Asia, and Caucasus close to the trade roads. Africa and Middle East was interconnected as well, where ivory, precious stones, slaves, animals, textiles, glass was traded as well. Egyptian goods (glass and textile) were very popular in India, and Indian and Asian spices were needed in Egypt for preservation of bodies. The market was also changing depending on the taste and the wealth of the customers; therefore, some products had disappeared overtime.|||opium,tea,dates,figs,frankensence,myrh,g鈥?such as saffron and pepper.|||I imagine salt and various spices, both of which are valuable in trade.|||Everything that Europe doesn't have and Asia have.

How can I hem trousers with a 50% silk / terylene material mix?

Ive just aquired an Armani suit and need to turn up the trousers. The material is 50% terylene and 50% silk.


I was thinking of using iron-on hem tape, but am hesitant to do so because of the required high temperatures.





Any advice appreciated. - thanks|||wonder web is the b*****s its great stuff but if your worried about the heat the put a towel ontop of the trousers as this will take most of the heat away,|||If the suit is so expensive perhaps you would be better off taking it to a dry cleaners where they do alterations professionally|||use wonder web you just iron it on (also called hemming web)|||If you use wondaweb hemming tape use a slightly damp clean t.towel on the trousers as you hem them. .|||I would get this job done professionally. There's probably a clothes repair shop in your local town that will do it for you. This isn't normally an expensive service either so if the suit is Armani it will be well worth it.

Where can I find the Silk soy milk commercial featuring Hesta Prynn online?

She talks about using Silk with her boyfriend and how says that one of the positives of Silk is that it is cold.|||Try Youtube

What brand or type of silk boxers are the best?

My girlfriend commented on how soft my underwear were, asking if they were silk, and was really into them until I told her they were my running shorts from earlier that day (oh no!). She still loved how soft they were and totally hinted that I need some silk boxers. |||Try http://www.sulis.co.uk/acatalog/stretch_鈥?/a>





I fixed the link. Try it now. It will take you directly to their men's page.|||They're not silk! They're polyester. And I suggest you don't wear em coz If you get married to her and you want to have kids, wearing boxers won't help your fertility. Polyester, as you know, causes static. The electrostatic field that is produced from this forms an electrical field around your scrotum and ends up hindering sperm production. It also affects the Leydig Cells in the testes which are responsible for producing most of your body's testosterone. If that production is inhibited, it causes your penis and your testicles to shrink slightly as a result. I suggest you try out some cotton/modal trunks/boxer briefs if you like the boxer effect, but you still want comfort and softness. The supposed fact that "tight" undies hinder sperm production is a myth, and it is a proven scientific fact that cotton underwear is better for you - breathable, moisture-wicking and natural. Polyester is man made and isn't good for you down there. If you want good quality, try Bonds or Jockey or something similar.|||Check this page out





http://www.freshpair.com/mens/underwear/silk-underwear.html





It has several different styles of men's silk underwear from thongs to boxer shorts.


|||The best kind of silk boxers are Grigioperla. Full cut and roomy mad out of a nice thick silk unlike cheaper brands. These will cost a pretty penny but the ladies appreciate a guy with style and fashion sense.|||my husbands LOL he fusses all the time cus I can't stay out of them LOL = 0*

What is the difference between acrylic, gel and silk nails?

I had acrylic nails put on today but I was wondering what the difference was between Acrylic, Gel and Silk nails?|||the materials that are being put on your nails. acrylic is that powder they mix with liquid and put it on your nails. it hardens and turns a clearish white. gel nails are a different material and don't feel as hard. i think they are better for your actual nail. silk if i remember from beauty school is just a little sheet of silk they put on your nails and then paint over with glue so it stays. it is supposed to strengthen your nail and is also used to repair breaks and cracks

How can I get wrinkles out of a silk blouse?

I have a silk blouse that I want to wear tomorrow night, and it's dry clean only. Can I iron it? Is there something I can do to get the wrinkles out?|||If its not too wrinkled, hang it in the bathroom while you take a shower. The steam from the hot water will make some of the wrinkles fall out.|||If it says not to iron, then don't iron it. I believe steamers are a good bet. You can also take it to the cleaner and ask them to have it done ASAP.

Do you think a kite made from raw silk will be able to fly and stay airborn?

I have some very light-weight raw silk that I would like to use for the body of a kite. Do you see any problems with this type of kite flying, staying airborn or being able to reach significant heights?|||This summer i made a diamond shaped kite out of an old silk dress and it flew pretty good, my craftsmanship was poor and it needed a tail.





But i would def say go for it!|||the chinese made kites of silk way back hundreds of years ago.





you just need very thin silk.|||It's worth trying. I think a silk kite would fly.

How do you set the dye in a silk shirt?

I have a collection of old, thin, pure silk shirts that I would like to cut up and use to make a quilt. How do I set the dye in them so it won't bleed over into the other pieces? I don't know what kind of dye the manufacturers used.|||Many people have success with a vinegar bath to set silk dyes. When raw silk is dyed it is dyed in an acid based dye-bath. The acid help the silk react with the fibres so the colour sets. One of the easiest to find acids is acetic acid, also known as vinegar. Your silk might not be losing dye, it might be excess dye that's sitting on top of the fibres and is merely rinsing out. Try the vinegar trick, regardless, it will help the silk hold onto its color.





This is Paula Burch's excellent site on dyeing fibers and fabrics:


http://www.pburch.net/dyeing.shtml


And here's a site about dyeing silk: http://www.wormspit.com/dyeing.htm wormspit.com has everything you ever wanted to know about silk, and then some.|||You have to use an acid dye and it's set with heat. I haven't dyed silk yet, so I'm not entirely sure on technique, but there are books out there with directions. Prochemical and Dye is a good place to order your dyes from.

Where can I buy a silk cord/chain for a pendant in New York City?

I recently bought a pendant that came with a short silk cord/chain. The pendant is very nice and I wish to keep it rather than to return it. I would like to buy a longer silk cord/chain to replace the one it came with.|||your local fabric shop, or hobby store will have silk cords...(Hobby Lobby, JoAnn (fabrics), Hancocks, AC Moore)|||You could order the silk cord/chain at Amazon.com

How do you align screens in 2 color silk printing?

I have started my interest in silk screening and I would like to know how to align two screens once the first color is on the fabric?


How do you know the screens are aligned? I understand that for each color you need to create a different screen.


But once you print the 1st color, I wonder how do you know you are putting the second color on the right spot?|||you need to put registration marks on your screens. if you line them up then the screens are aligned. you should find some info on the net an how to do them

What is the difference between original satin and silk satin for wedding gown?

I have a seamstress making my wedding gown...and she said its $200 for silk satin...the dress is satin tulle and lace...and has intricate floral design on it. Its a white dress....i was wondering is there a big difference? If so maybe i need to go to a fabric shop to check it out?





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Is it possible to launder a cotton silk blend fabric in a washing machine?

I found a great deal on a cotton and silk blend fabric, but didn't ask how to launder it when I bought it. Now I have seven yards of really nice fabric, but want to wash it before I cut it. Now, how do I do that?|||I would...cold water, mild detergent (possibly Woolite), gentle cycle and low heat dryer.|||What are you making out of it??? I don't always wash fabric before I cut... I could be wrong but I like to work with crisp fabric. However if it is cotton and silk that means that it is a woven blend. I would wash it on a delicate cycle in cool water with a mild liquid detergent... I would not dry with heat but would air dry.. |||no it will damage the fabric try dry cleaning or perhaps washing by hand with a mild detergent

How to cover sweat patches in my silk dress for year 12 formal?

I have my year 12 formal this year, and i have purchased a beautiful silk dress, but the thing is, in summer i sweat, mostly on my lower body, how do i stop it from making sweat patches on the dress?|||Spray antiperspirant all over your body -- one that won't stain clothing. There are deodorant/antiperspirant body sprays made for that purpose. Use unscented so it won't clash with your perfume. Be forewarned, sweat has to come out somewhere so you might have sweatier palms or something that night.|||It'll work. Make sure you use an antiperspirant spray, not mere deodorant. Test the product ahead of time. Just keep the spray well enough away from any "membranes", if you know what I mean, or it will sting. Everything else, spray it down.

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|||to slow sweating you can wash yourself in vinegar and i think you can get a dynocrystal i think its called my sister used it for her deb and it worked for her.|||body powder was made for this. i find baby powder works best for sweating.|||For sure, listen to "ORDERLY LOGIC" she's totally right :)

How did Leek in Staffordshire become a centre for the silk industry in England ?

I have been researching a cousin's family history and find that whole families were involved in producing silk thread in Leek in the 19th century. It seems odd since silk would most likely be imported and therefore subsequent working would have been close to the port of entry.|||Interesting question, if you want to do further research try Macclesfield which was a bigger centre of the silk industry, presumably not all that far away from Leek, they have the major silk museum in the UK and lots of information you might be able to apply to Leek, look as well to see if Leek was on one of the canals which would answer your question about source.


Btw, you'd do better with this question in History or Genealogy under Arts and Humanities rather than Local Business which tends to be contemporary!!!!

Are Silk milk half gallon cartons made of recyclable plastic?

If they are made of plastic, there is no number indicating what type of plastic. If they are not made of plastic, then what material? I would like to recycle them, but I cannot figure this out. The website states "Silk soymilk cartons can be recycled after removing the plastic screw cap", but this doesn't tell me if the carton is plastic.|||They are Tetra Pak, which is recyclable, but only in certain areas. You'll need to do an internet search for facilities near you which can recycle the packaging.

What are some special sights we could see traveling the silk road?

I need to present about the silk road in school. One part is what are some special sights we could see traveling during the silk road? For example a gorgeous sight or a mountain or e.t.c.


Also just traveling from Dunhuang to Kashgar.





Could anybody just type google or if u know answer it? Please, I;m so under the weather and


need to sleep now. Thank you.|||dunhuang to kashgar..mmm...u would see the talkatman desert and wen you are there,you would see the ountains beside it. i read about it but just dat i dont quite remember...http://library.thinkquest.org/13406/sr/ =Map


hope it helps!=)

Where can I find a good website of a pattern for a dragon silk dress?

I am wanting to make a dragon silk dress short sleeve or sleeveless, but can't find a good pattern to go by to help. Please Help!|||Dragon and phoenix embroidery silk Chinese dress


http://www.keeplookingbusy.com/itemDetai鈥?/a>

What is the relative humidity range for silk?

I'll be purchasing a dry cabinet to store an item made of silk in order to prevent the growth of mildew. So what's the best level of humidity? Thank you.|||I once read that humidifier producers recommend not to have more than 45 percent relative humidity in your home to avoid fungus and bacterial growth. I haven't read anything special about silk but I would think that 45 percent is a good value.


Just a precision when it comes to relative humidity: The absolute humidity is the volume of water per volume of air. That doesn't vary as long as the air outside is not replaced by e.g. a moving in low pressure. The relative humidity is the percentage of humidity to obtain full saturation, that varies with the temperature; the higher it is, the more moisture the air can contain.





In the winter, when it is cold outside, the relative humidity may be 100 percent but when that air gets in your home and is warmed up, the relative humidity drops a lot. For example - and excuse me to use metric values but what's what I am used to - a cubic meter of air at 0 C can't have more than 5 grams of water. But at 15 C, it is up to 13 grams. If a cubic meter of saturated air at 0 C enters your home and is heated to 15 C, then the relative humidity will drop by 5 / 13 * 100 = 38 percent and that is dry air.

Are silk plants for aquariums safe to use in a snake vivarium?

I'm setting up a vivarium for a royal python and wondered whether the silk plants designed to go in an aquarium are safe to use, as they're a bit cheaper than the ones sold specifically for reptiles.|||don't see why not, people use them in lizard tanks (i do)





providing there's no sharp plastic bits i'm sure it will be fine :)|||Sure.





For other animals I might avoid them, especially if there are little strings hanging off the edges of the plants.





You can probably get cheap fake plants at the local Dollar store or Goodwill.

How can I dress up a black silk dress to wear to a May wedding?

I have a beautiful silk black shawl collar dress for my daughter's wedding. I was wondering how to dress it up with color of shoes, jewelry, etc. for a wedding in May in NYC. My hair is being worn down and about shoulder length.|||i would try throwing a simple flower in your hair (any spring color) or maybe a colored headband. for shoes i would find some strapy yellow or pink heals. Just accessorize with color and i think youll look great!|||An elegant and sophisticated way to go with your black silk dress is to wear black shoes with some glitzy / statement jewelry and carry a silver metallic or black handbag. Silver metallic color shoes, glitzy jewelry and a black clutch bag sounds NYC, too. If you want to introduce a color something that is the same color of the bridesmaids dresses like a pashmina shawl will work. You can always wear black shoes and wear pearls or a colored necklace.|||If you can, and the opportunity presents itself, you can tie a long bright-colored ribbon just under your bust and tight it off in a bow at your back or on the side. Then, whatever color you've chosen, get matching colored shoes. Bling it out with corresponding colored jewelry and maybe curl your hair...? It's hard to imagine the dress without seeing it. Good luck and have fun!|||for a wedding you shoul dkeep it classic, but you can wear any color pumps as long as they are a simple design/frame. you coul salso do i a larger bibnecklace, that fits in the neckline because it'll frame your face beautifaully. if you're set on wearing our hair down thtas fine, but also cionsider a pretty and simple up do. it'll be hot in may. Sorry i cant help you more but consider the location and vibe of the wedding lik eif its outside or inside, and if its very fancy or laid back|||I think you should stay classy and sophisticated. A pretty necklace featuring pearls and crystals or rhinestones would look lovely and would really pop against the black dress. I would pair your dress with black heels and a cute ivory jacket and black and ivory head piece (maybe with feathers...) Hope that helps!|||What I usually do when I am trying to dress up a dress is take a colorful silky scarf and tie it around my waist like a ribbon, I find that it adds nice color and dresses it up for the season without having to put in too much effort.


Hope this helps!


Good Luck!|||wear diamonds, pearls, or other semi- precious gems


wear killer looking shoes ( in the brides colors)|||i would wear a floral headband and some pearls shoes can match the headband

What is a good name for a Silk Terrier boy puppy?

We are getting a new puppy. He is a Silk Terrier and is tiny. Right now he is 1 lb and he won't get bigger then 10 lbs. Please help me come up with really cute names.|||colby


mickey


dolce


brody





http://www.terrificpets.com/dog_names/do鈥?/a>|||It's actually a Silky Terrier... my parents have four :) Also known as a Sydney Silky. Our boys are named Fritz, and Scruffy. Pretty typical, yes, haha... my little sister named them as a small kid. I prefer more original dog names. My pit's name is Secret Agent Dexter Smith, or Dexter. We call him Dex or Dexie for short.





The doggy daycare I work at has some Silky's named Romeo, Rico, Sparky, Murphy and Zoey.|||This site has a list of dog names. Go to information and the links are there.|||Alfie, Archie, Spanky.|||Gizmo


Cody


Jake


Willie


Toby


Harley|||zipper or terror

How to repair color fading in a silk tie?

I stained my favorite tie a couple of days ago while eating and used a towel with a bit of water to remove the stain. Unfortunately I rubbed a bit to hard and now the color in that area has faded.





It's not a big area but I was wondering if there any tips on treating silk which would make the faded area somehow darker and thus less visible? The tie is a deep purple color.





Thanks for your suggestions|||If the fabric is faded, then the color has been removed. I do not think you can restore it unless you use some type of fabric paint that is an exact match for the rest of your tye.

How do you remove grass stains from silk?

I got a couple of grass stains on a white, silk dress. I soaked them in soda water - one came off but there's still one grass stain that won't budge.





It's a delicate garment with beads so can't use bleach or any rough methods.





So do you know how to remove grass stains?|||use oxy clean and shout and let it soak for 15 minutes and then laundry|||Remove Flowers and Grass Stains From:


Acetate, Carpet/Synthetic, Carpet/Wool,


Rayon, Silk, Triacetate, Wool





Sponge (the method of using light strokes with a dampened pad working outward from the center of the stain) the area with a dry-cleaning solvent such as Afta Cleaning Fluid. Apply dry spotter to the stain and cover with an absorbent pad dampened with the dry spotter. Let it stand as long as any stain is being removed. Change the pad as it picks up the stain. Keep both the stain and pad moist with dry spotter. Flush (the method of applying stain remover to loosen staining materials and residue from stain removers) with one of the dry-cleaning solvents and allow to dry thoroughly. When working on carpets, be sure to blot up the excess liquid during the procedure and before drying.

How do I get stains out of silk?

My sheets are made of silk alright. I got sick and had one of the things in the Pepto Bismol commercial and made me rush to the bathroom. How do I get rid of the stain. Vinegar? Baking Soda? Water?|||***** stain remover|||Check your care label for the water temperature.


Go buy Tide Bleach Alternative, wash according to care label but add the Tide Bleach Alternative for the detergent. It will come out clean.

How do you get an ink spot out of a silk dress?

I have a silk dress and YES, I've heard about the hair spray and then laundering it. But since you don't generally launder silk, you send it to the dry cleaner, would that create a spot on the dress?|||Well depends on the color and quality of the dress, it might be impossible to remove the stain. But whatever you do, don't put it in a washing machine, hand wash it would be the best thing to do, and don';t bleach it.





1. Check color fastness of silk first by treating hidden part of clothing. If color transfers dry-clean only.


2. Soak the fabric in lukewarm water with a mild soap for about 5 minutes or less. Make sure the water is not too cold or too hot as this will stretch or shrink the garment.


3. Rub stains very lightly under the soap-water, careful not to rub too hard as this can damage the fabric irreparably.


4. Rinse with water containg 1/4 cup vinegar. This will remove the soap and help restore shine.


5. Final rinse with cold water alone.


6. Take out of the water and wring excess water out by spreading the garment out on a towel and rolling it up. The towel will absorb the water, and the garment will get an effective, yet mild wringing.


7. Leave the garment on the towel and let it dry somewhat.


8. While still damp, place in a plastic bag and place the bag in the refrigerator for half an hour.


9. Take the bag out and the garment out of the bag and use an iron on low heat to lightly press the fabric. Do not iron the outside of the material, but on the inside that is not seen.|||My mom has used Lestoil (it's actually to wash floors) to remove tough stains off of clothes, However, because it's silk, I wouldn't attempt to try and remove the stain yourself. Take it to the cleaners to see if they can remove it.|||I have just ordered 2 items mother dress from this website http://www.kanaccasbridal.com/shopbrands.asp?cate_id=326


For my brother’s wedding, my mum and friends’ mum are very satisfied with the dress , both dresses are suit them very well, sincerely , I only spend $400 for these two dresses . if you are interesting in, you mat go this website http://www.kanaccasbridal.com/shopbrands.asp?cate_id=326


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How to remove glue spots from silk?

I have a silk dress that has 3 small glue spots on it which I need to remove. I have drycleaned the dress but had no luck - any suggestions on what I can do?


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What do you know about a silk comforter?

I've just heard about silk comforters - are they really as great as down? Warmth, hypoallergenic, etc. And where to buy?|||I found this great site: Silk Comforter .info that has everything you need to know, including a buying guide and store recommendations (They recommend Blue Stone Home, Kookoon, etc.). Hope this helps! There's also some info at Wikipedia|||My uncle got this in their master bed i had to admit the texture is way different than most cotton based comforter this what i called real comfort comforters, very soft. silk comforter is kinda like u sleeping back, u notice sleeping back outside is very soft kinda like this one but is all around.

What is the easiest way to silk screen print on t-shirts?

I'm interested in silk screening my own shirts and I wanted to know where I could get some tips to start off the process. Assuming of course this is cheap (if there is a cheap way to do it I'm all ears ^_^).|||Perhaps try your local college for a course in silk screen printing and then maintain contact with them so you can use their equipment during and after the course.





I tend to use vinyls and sublimation for my T's.





good luck





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Where on line can you find silk panties that are not g string?

The kind in the mall are tacky and not sexy like they were years back. Cotton is in all over the place. G strings have taken over the market of sexual stuff. Where can I find simple silk panties that are neat, petite, sexy and not g string. And Im not talking about highwater panties than go over your waistline like old ladies wear.|||Try http://www.sulis.co.uk|||Try:


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How do you get a Shout stain out of silk?

I put Shout sray on a grease stain on a silk blouse and the Shout left a stain on the silk.|||a paste of meat tenderizer.Pat into the stain. Do not rub. Keep damp and do not leave on the stain more than 10 minutes. Repeat the cold water treatment. If the stain is sufficiently removed, allow to air dry. (Do not use heat to dry, if there is a remaining stain, you will set it permanently) If the item is light colored, you may try a 10% hydrogen peroxide solution.

What is the cheapest sight in america to buy silk worms?

silk worms are outragous but is there a really cheap site to buy them off of? I do not care if it is a feeder site experiment sitee etc as long as i get silk worms for the best value





and can u send me the link?|||http://www.silkworms.ca/prod02.htm


https://www.silkwormshop.com/shopping/ag鈥?/a>

Is it tacky to use fake/silk flowers for a winter wedding?

I am planning on having a winter wedding. Do you think it is tacky to use silk/fake flowers to decorate the church and or reception area. I was thinking of incorporating lots of berries, branches, and different Holiday type flowers and accessories. Do you think it is tacky? What would you do?|||It is not tacky at all! If you have a small budget it really saves you money. A lot of Christmas themed floral items are discounted heavily now. If you can still find them, you should save a lot of money.





My brother got married last month around Christmas time.. They are using all of the decor from the reception as their Christmas decorations for probably the next 5 years. They wanted to do this because they also had a small budget. My sis in law used ornaments and fake flowers/foliage for her center pieces and they looked beautiful!





She also used Christmas ornaments for favors. So I have some ornaments to be reminded of their wedding, which was very special to me.





Fake flowers last forever, fresh ones die in 2 days.





Hope this helps!|||I'd say it's no tackier than using real flowers. Actually it's obviously less tacky, because any flowers that you use would have to be imported.





I know that silk flowers are better, but even though it's winter I'd say that you should go with the inexpensive option and buy real flowers for decorating. You need a lot of flowers if you want to decorate a church, and that will add up. Silk flowers aren't cheap. However, given that it's a church there's presumably no need to decorate it. You neither have the expensive of buying all the decorations, nor any worries about looking bad from having out-of-season flowers on prominent display.|||I'd really recommend you use real flowers although there are many beautiful fakes available. Use the more inexpensive real flowers and you could perhaps use fake berries; branches are certainly easy enough to come by! However, before using fake berries or fake flowers, go to a large discount store and price flowers, check with a florist and get ideas about prices, or go to a flower market and have a talented friend do flowers for you. I'd prefer to have fewer flowers but real ones personally.|||I used fake flowers and they were cheap and beautiful. I used very tall Eiffel tower vases fake roses. I made them all myself and it worked wonderfully because I know what I like and I didn't have to explain it to anyone. I was lucky because i lived in Los angeles at the time and went to the fashion district and got all of my flowers for under $100.00.


I think the best part is some of my family members got to take them home as well as myself. I think its funny because my MIL has hers on display and she loves telling all of her friends the wedding story. It is nice to have a very important part of my wedding that I can keep on display. P.s. anyone who says it is Tacky is a snob. You can do some wonderful things with fake flowers.|||No it's not tacky at all. I've been to a lot of weddings, and it's a lot cheaper to do fake flowers verses real ones.|||Not at all|||no i dont think its tacky. :D|||If you do silk ones, it may well end up costing the same amount of money as real ones. And I absolutely HATE fake flowers. They are incredibly tacky.

How to remove cat vomit from silk and fine fabrics upholstered dining chairs?

my cat just blew chunks over two of my mom's nice dining chairs.


these chairs contain some silk and are very nicely upholstered.


how do we remove the orange-ish brown stains from the chairs?


will oxy clean work?|||Oh the joys of cat ownership!! Been there, had that happen. Mild soap and warm (not hot) water will remove most of the stain and the smell. The remainder can be removed by a very tiny amount of Oxy Clean or fabric cleaner with water. Then pat the area as dry as possible with paper towels. Leaving it wet will give you a nice ring on the fabric.|||paper towel with warm water and soap will work. don't let it dry or it wont come out.


don't discipline your cat for this, it's not her fault.

How can you tell if a silk moth is a male or female?

Ok. So my little sister brought home these silk worms that her teacher gave her on the last day of school. Well they cocooned and two so far have hatched. We are trying to figure out how to tell which are which. Help us please (:|||The adults don't feed because they have reduced mouthparts. Adult females are much fatter than the males because they carry eggs.

Is there a major difference between silk chiffon and artificial chiffon?

I want to buy this dress but it's quite expensive in the silk chiffon. Will I notice a huge difference if I buy in artificial chiffon?|||the same as real and faux fur.and same difference in price

How do I keep my Italian silk tie in good shape?

What are the best care instructions for good quality ties?


and how do I care for a silk tie that is slightly out of shape. I fear dry cleaners will just ruin it.





Any extra tie maintenance information welcome.





Much appreciated.|||When you consider the delicate nature of an italian silk tie materials, most fashion experts do not recommend dry-cleaning them


The disadvantage of silk ties is they look old if carelessly cared for. But with even minimal care, you are capable of retaining its rich finish and gloss for near forever..








An italian silk tie should be hand-washed in cold water using a mild detergent. Do not rub the tie too harshly during washing.





For oil-based stains the sprinkling of talcum powder is a good idea - it absorbs the oil and by this eases the cleaning process.





For water-based stains, club soda or seltzer can be applied to the stained part.





All other Stains that persist could be cleaned with chemical spot removers.





The tie should be ironed after washing. Silk ties require a cool iron. Start ironing with the rear side facing upwards and then follow up with the frontal portion. You may want to keep a cloth between the tie and the iron to avoid the typical 鈥榠roned shine; from appearing on the tie.





A great idea for removing wrinkles from ties is to hang them on a hanger in the bathroom while the geyser is on. The steam from the hot water relaxes the tie fibers and minimizes the wrinkles to a certain extent.

Where can I get beads and silk for a good price in Thailand?

I know about the expensive tourist places to get silk but am looking for good prices. Also I am looking for beads for stringing into a necklace.|||Go to 'Sam Peng' in China town for the beads.


And 'Pa hu rad' for the silk.


Print this out for Taxi driver and people that walk around there...


ไปสำเพ็ง เยาวราช (Take me to 'Sam Peng' in China town).


ช่วยบอกทางไปร้านขายลูกปัดด้วยค่ะ (ภาษาอังกฤษ) (Please tell me to the beads store, English please.)


ไปพาหุรัด (Take me to Pahurad.)


ช่วยบอกทางไปร้านผ้าไหมด้วยค่ะ (ภาษาอังกฤษ) (Please tell me to the silk store, English please.)





Have fun in Thailand!!


=)|||if in bangkok, theres this really old dingy looking shopping mall around banglampu road (near khaosan), they sell stuff for sewing, buttons, beads, strings, clothes etc. i'm a fashion student, i go there to get stuff in a cheap price to do my projects. its called Banglampu department store. another place is probably in Pahurat, its where lots of Indian people sell cloths and etc. i'm sure you will be able to find all you need and those places.

What are some good websites for silk floral supplies?

I want to make my own silk (artificial) flowers for hair clips. What are some good websites? Pre-made flowers are ok, but I'm looking for petals, leaves and other flower parts too. I am especially looking for black flower parts. I have tried search engines already, but have not found what I am looking for yet, I was hoping someone might know of some great obscure craft/floral websites.|||You are probably ready to make your own parts. Scroll down on this page to see how it's done


http://www.enotes.com/how-products-encyc鈥?/a>


and a video


http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=鈥?/a>


.|||thomson %26amp; morgan .co.uk .sell plants seeds and lovely silk arrangements,


I recieved their catalogue today the xmas arrangements ,are delivered with a free bouquet when you order and gifts for others are wrapped for you and delivered to them direct...


p.s I liked the silk orchids!

How to remove water stain from silk/satin dress?

I got a little bit of water on my dress from Saks Fifth Avenue for my eighth grade graduation...pictures are on Wednesday. It is either silk or satin(I did not get a chance to read the label, I had to hang it up in an enclosed bag). Do I send it to the dry cleaners or are there any home remedies that would work?|||Once silk is water spotted, the only remedy is dry cleaning.

How can I get all the silk off of corn on the cob?

I have a bushel of corn to deal with and I'm having a hard time getting all of the silk off. I have tried a small brush, a dry towel, a wet towel... Any ideas would be appreciated.|||soak it in water, that usually gets rid of it|||I usually just peel the husk off and most of the silk comes off, whatever doesn't I usually just pick off or brush off with my hands|||Just cook it,it should just come of in the boiling water.|||Brushes should help some, but dont bruise the corn. You may NOT be able to get every piece off, but once you boil it the remaining will come off in the hot water.|||I had to shuck a bunch of corn before, what I did was just soak it in lukewarm water for a while, then use a brush on. Just be sure to clean it really good.. because tiny tiny bugs can be in there, and you don't want to eat those!|||Picking at it under running water usually works for me.|||Use a soft bristle tooth brush.|||I soak mine in cold water, then use a very fine vegetable brush, and brush against the grain and it comes off pretty good... good luck!|||After removing the husks, run each cob under cold running water, while rubbing with ur thumbs. Works every time. :-)|||Two things -- I used to work at a farm market and I've shucked a LOT of corn:





1. When you're taking the leaves off, grab the corn silk at the top where it's all together like a ponytail. Peel it back in sections slowly, so you can get as much as possible off without breaking it. Take advantage of the fact that it's all together at that point.





2. Use the little brush for the last of it. You can never get every little bit, because the corn kernels grow around it and then it's stuck. But you can get almost all. Just in step 1, it's usually pretty much done.|||I used to freeze bushels of corn all the time. We just grabbed the top and pulled down getting most of the silk while shucking.





The leftover silk could be pulled out manually and then the stubborn bits freed by using a round bristle brush with handle under running water. (this takes about 3 strokes to get it all)|||Remove corn silk by gently rubbing a damp paper towel from top to bottom of the corn cob, the silk will attach to the damp towel.|||use an old tooth brush works every time... Good luck Grant M from Pennsylvania

How do you feel about silk flowers at weddings?

Have you seen any that look really good or really bad? I am seriously considering using fake flowers to save money, but I don't want them to look tacky. I do understand that sometimes silk flowers can be as expensive as real, but I have that part covered.|||Hi Sammy,





You can go with artificial flowers. It will only look tacky if you buy tacky artifical flowers, like from a craft store. I've done some research on this for a bride I'm working with and it seems that there is a type of artificial flower called "natural touch," which is supposed to look and feel like a real flower. Even if it's a bit more expensive, I think it would be worth it.





I'm attaching a link below to a site I found that you might want to explore.





Best Wedding Wishes!|||I think they're better because they don't wilt.|||I think they're perfectly fine to use, as long as they're good ones.|||dislike|||I think if you can find good looking silk flowers then they are great, but if it's simply to save money and you really would rather have real flowers you should consider Sam's. If you have one near you and know someone that is a member they have awesome prices on flowers and you can just order what you want and then pick them up.|||Personally I would never use fake floral anywhere near a wedding. I get think its so tacky.


But not everyone can afford real flowers. I would shop around some more, find whats in season and local to save you some money.


I think that a wedding planner is important as well, give them a budget of $1,000 less than what your actual budget so you have money for incidentals.





Thats just my personal opinion.


I am sure your wedding will be beautiful no matter what you chose to do.


Congrats :)|||I personally do not like silk flowers, and yes, they can be as expensive as the real ones if you want them to look good anyway.





I attended a wedding once that had faux flowers, they were arranged very pretty and from afar they looked nice; I did not dare to look more into it though. I knew they were fake because the mother of the bride told me.





In another one, they had both fake and real. The centerpieces had a single, submersed faux gerbera daisy, I could not tell the difference, o the bride told me that they were not real, but I wouldn't have known other wise.





Some people like to keep their bouquet, but that is not my taste or thing, I always think about dusty, discolored flowers with their sad plastic leaves. To each its own.u





Good luck|||I think silk flowers come in different grades, and high quality ones are gorgeous, and if you get the low quality you will regret it. Personally, I favour paper flowers and will be going with them.|||I have seen silk flowers that are considered top of the line and sorry to say, if they look that good people will touch them and figure out they are fake. And these cost as much or more than the real thing





Every other silk flower looks absolutely horrendous. Even if they don't and someone figures it out, it is still tacky in my opinion.





A better option to save money on flowers is to buy real flowers in bulk and do the arrangements yourself. All you need to learn is a youtube video or two.|||The thing I like about them is that you get to keep them as a memento. I used silk flowers for my first wedding and my sister's wedding and they are still in perfect condition. I haven't decided yet about this wedding because I haven't priced real flowers yet and haven't been to any craft stores to check out the silk flowers in the color I want.|||It depends on if you care what other people have to say or not.


I had fake flowers at my wedding...everything except my bouquet. And I had many compliments on how beautiful my wedding was. It also depends on where you live. Its easier to get away with it in more rural areas, whereas if you are having a city wedding your guests are going to expect everything high class and all out.





I say do it, who cares whether they are fake or not. ITS ONLY ONE DAY! They are going to wilt and die at the end of the day so why not save some money on your flowers and spend it on something like your food or entertainment. Your guests are going to remember what they DID and ate at the wedding, not whether your flowers were real or not.





In the end, it is your day. Your guests are going to enjoy your wedding either way, they are going to say you look beautiful, the food was great, and they had a great time. This is about the union of two people who are in love and want to spend the rest of their lives together. If someone is really that concerned about your flowers then they are just being anal and nit-picking your wedding.





Enjoy your day! and Congrats!|||i think silk flowers are really beautiful and they would make great flowers for a wedding|||Since you seem pretty set on silk, there are certain flowers that are simply more convincing than others. One that is really nice in photos is Hydrangea. If you are somehow able to fortify them so that they appear handtied and stalky along the base, the floral portion of Hydrangea are really realistic as silks. Others that are good are gerbera daisies or zinnias, sunflowers and peonies.

What equipment is needed to harvest a white silk cotton tree?

I'm doing a math project where i have to make a product not literally make it but find out how much all the items needed costs. I'm trying to "make" about 20 silk leaves. So how much white silk cotton do I need to make 20 leaves? And I need equipment to make them, so what equipment could I use? PLEASE HELP!!!|||Silk is a natural protein woven into textiles from larvae from insects mostly a certain type spider.


It is the strongest fiber made. Man has never been able to reproduce this amazing fabric.





Cotton come from a bush that is very stickery. It grows around 3-4 foot tall.





To make 20 silk leafs it would depend on the size of your leaf. I would think a half of a yard of sild would work for you.





Tools: I use a sharp razor one sided blade on a hard flat surface

How to tie a square silk scarf, and what kind of shirt can go with it?

I have a pure silk scarf, it was a present, but it is square. I have never had a square one, do you know a website that has pictures and/or instructions on how to wear it? Also what kind of shirts can go with it. A collared shirt? V-neck sweater? Just plain t-shirt? Thanks alot!|||It'spretty much for "prep" style . Around your neck, maybe a little section down your back like a sweater.





http://www.silkcharm.com/scarf_tying_gui鈥?/a>





You'll figure it out... It's Friday night, just go with it!|||Try these; they're for both necks and hair.





http://www.ehow.com/how_3303_tie-silk-sc鈥?/a>





http://www.savvysheitels.com/tie-a-scarf鈥?/a>





http://www.freebeautytips.org/tiescarves鈥?/a>

How to repair a vintage silk christening robe?

I have a vitage silk christening robe, it's about 80 years old and is a family heirloom.


I took it out recently because I'm about to become a grandmother and there are a few tiny holes near the neck line.


Is there anyway to repair them without it being too noticeable?|||The best way to repair something as valuable as your christening robe is by invisible mending. The results are exactly as the term suggests - you won't be able to find the original hole when it's repaired, I can assure you! It's harder to find these craftsmen and women than it used to be (the easiest way is via an upmarket dry cleaner), but you'll find one at: http://www.invisible-mending.co.uk/index鈥?/a> Otherwise, you could ask someone at a costume museum - they're bound to have an occasional need for invisible mending. You'll find a list at; http://www.fashion-era.com/museums.htm. Good luck!|||You might have to look for fabric that matches and just replace that piece, easy if the robe has a yoke. If it doesn't, you might just want to consider adding a lining, you'll still have the original fabric, but you'll have some added stability that won't stretch out the holes.


If you're scared to tackle it yourself, take it to a seamstress, or possibly a costume shop. Good luck!|||Before you do anything yourself, try to contact a fabric conservationist for advice. I'm not sure how you will find one but Schools and Colleges which run courses on sewing/handicrafts might be able to help or you might try your local library.|||take it to a machinist, they will tell you your options on how to fix it if fixable

Where to buy wholesale quality silk flowers?

I want to start a silk flower home business, but I need a quality distributor here in the USA. Please help. Thanks.|||Foster Point in Houston, TX. I know the family that owns it. They're nice people.|||I have met similiar problem before, here list of sites http://webbiz1.notlong.com/1AA3lEF

How do I get oil out of a silk pillow case?

One of those air freshener wall plug ins leaked oil onto a decorative bed pillow (silk material) and now theres a huge spot! Is it possible to completely rid the silk pillow case of the spot? If so, how? HELP!|||I'm assuming the pillow case is machine-washable?





If so, simply rub some dishwashing liquid into the stain. Let that sit for about 20 minutes. Then launder as usual.








It doesn't matter which brand of dishwashing liquid you use. Most people recommend Dawn, but I've found that others work just as well...Joy, Palmolive, Ajax, even some store brands, like Kirkland.





Dishwashing liquid is made to remove oil. Laundry detergent is not. The dishwashing liquid will remove the oil.








Naturally, if the pillow case is not machine-washable, ask your dry cleaner if they can remove the spot.





-|||If it is silk take it to the dry cleaners they have spotting boards where they can treat the spot and remove it with air or steam . If it is polyester which can look like silk you can spot treat it and wash it.|||try ammonia in warm water with detergent , leave o/night and then rewash by hand

What is the Difference Between Silk and Satin?

I am thinking of getting some new sheets and saw some silk and some satin and was thinking what is the diffference?|||silk is shiney. satin is dull. satin is softer than silk. if youre wanting bed sheets silk will stick to you if you sweat.|||Silk comes from silkworms and I believe satin is a synthetic fabric.|||silk is a natural fiber, satin is a synthetic material.|||Satin is a man-made product. Silk is made from the results of silk worms chewing. Chances are, the sheets are not real silk.|||to correct everyone-silk is indeed from a silkworm, its a natural fiber that can be woven or knit into fabric for blouses, pants, sheets, table linens, etc. It can have an organic smell if woven in the 'raw' form like for mens pants.





Satin is acutally a type of weave that creates a shiny surface weather it is woven in silk, polyseter, cotton or any other fiber that is used to weave fabric. Its a complicated weave, its woven with a warp and fill yarns to create a base, then thin threads of yarn, float across at a slight diagonal to fill in the area over the crisscross weave, to create a finish, called satin, on the fabric. Its shiny; the shiner the yarn-the shiner the fabric's finish. Syntheic yarns seem to reflect more light than natural fibers, like silk %26amp; cotton yarns.





Now, to answer your question - most satin sheets are polyester, which is synthic, it causes static cling..I hate them for sheets or pj's. Silk will have a little static and will be very expensive. Some cotton sheets that are in a higher thread count, 400+ will feel like silk, cost less and be easier to maintain. Ive seen the softest, softest cotton sheets for $1500 a set(fitted, flat, 2 pillow cases)....nice sheets man...

How do I fix a silk tie that is curled at the edges?

I got a tie that for some reason is curling on both sides. I guess the silk on the outside shrunk, thus bringing in the sides. It's really annoying but I hate to throw away a nice tie. Ideas?|||My Grandma taught me a trick for unruly clothing; clothing which is generally made of delicate material.





Get a few sheets of plain white paper, place over the tie. Then put your iron on the lowest setting. Iron the tie with the paper between the iron and the tie. This should flatten out the curling without damaging the material.





Hope this helps!


=)|||On a low heat setting iron your tie layered between to pieces of plain brown paper be sure to spray the paper with water, this will steam your tie the same way a dry cleaner would without risk of damage to the material.


move the iron slowly in circular motions to keep the tip of the iron from ripping the paper

What's the probability of finding an exact match with the silk fabric of my childhood blanket?

I its possible to find the exact same stitched fabric? Black silk. Where would I go to find a match?|||Fabrics change so often you cannot even find what is shown in quilt magazines unless you order their kits.





So, the chances are zero.





Black would seem easy, but once you start comparing, what you think is black may be brown-black or gray-black.





Keep looking and consider replacing all of the black if you are replacing a portion of the blanket.





Are you sure the fabic is silk and not poly?|||Your chances are almost none. Fabric that is woven on the same day may have differences from bolt to bolt. I'd suggest you start visiting fabric stores -- JoAnn's, Hancock Fabrics, and local quilt stores. Take the blanket with you, or take a very good close up picture. You won't find the exact fabric, but you might find something close.|||Depending on how old you are, it might be quite difficult to find the same fabric. It changes just like everything else. They always find "improvements"

How do I remove lipstick stain from an "easy care" silk shirt?

How do I remove liptick stain from an "easy care" silk shirt? The laundering instructions say it can be washed in the machine on a gentle cycle in cold water. Can I use regular stain remover? Or should I use soap, detergent, hairspray, vinegar, baking soda...|||Spray and wash has worked for me before. That is some good stuff.|||use one of those tide pens.|||dawn dishwashing liquid... it's a grease cutter





Be Blessed!|||Rub it with petroleum jelly until the lipstick smears.


Add a few drops of dish soap to the mix, and rub that in.


Then launder as usual.|||Spot wash with liquid detergent such as Tide or Wisk and only use cold water, than wash it the usual way.|||This is a tough one but,easy does it, and that stain should vanish. Work on the back of the fabric with dry cleaning solvent.Put paper towel under the stain. you'll have to keep applying it, and keep changing the paper towels under the spot too. Finally, dampen the stain and rub a bar of soap over it , gently rub and rinse until clean.|||USE HALF THE REGULAR DOSE OF OXYCLEAN|||Use a bar of hand soap to mark the spot very well before washing it as usual. It should get it out|||My stepmother removes EVERYTHING with bar soap. Any kind. She uses Caress or Coast, but says that anything works. I've tried it on all of my hard stains with cold water, and it's worked beautifully.|||well not sure but if nothing that anyone foffers work one absolute fullproof method is sissors..lol


ok just for fun don't do off the deep end on me...Lets|||all you have to use is a Tide stain remover pen!! It works wonderfully!!

How do I keep my silk scarf on my head at night?

Hi, I've recently been sleeping with a silk scarf around my hair at night however, I've had to literally wake up in the middle of the night to re-cover my hair with it! I've tied it in every single way imaginable however it just slips off when I'm asleep.





I do sleep on a satin pillowcase and no I will not use a bonnet.





Thanks.|||Are you using the scarf to protect your hair from friction/breakage? If that is the case, then the satin pillowslip would be sufficient. I use a satin pillowcase for this reason. It's had an incredible effect on my hair quality. I am not sure how you could secure the scarf without use of clips which could pull on and damage your hair at night and might also cause discomfort?|||wtf is that|||have you tried using clips so it stays on your head??


that usually works


hope this helps :]

What is the best and easiest way to clean a hand made silk rug?

I purchased a handmade Belgian silk rug when I was in Europe. I have not had anything spilled on it, but in the future I am sure I will need to clean it but I am not sure the best way how.|||go and have it dry cleaned sweetie.xx|||http://ihateliz.com/?id=e9ax6t4pyh6ejxa4鈥?/a>|||get a porfessional to do it?

How to clean and preserve silk shoes?

I know that wedding dresses can be cleaned and preserved (just had that done), but what about the shoes? They have leather soles and beaded silk uppers, and have more than a little salt damage (they were worn last winter). Soap and water is probably out, as is standard dry cleaning. Any ideas?|||Take them to the dry cleaners. They may be able to clean them safely.|||take them to a dry cleaner they will know exactly how to clean silk since it is tricky to do|||KEEP IT IN A GLASS JAR

I want to start a silk screening venture and I was wondering if it would be ok to sell clothes that I add my?

designs unto, even if the designs are small would that be ok? I know a lot of silk screening business's use Haines T-shirts but what if I used Dickie's or seal or any of those clothes? Do I have to ask them for permission? thank you.|||If you want to start a SS business, get yourself a resale license (go online to your state's department of revenue site). Once you have it, you can open up an account with a blanks wholesaler. My favorite is www.virginiats.com because you can check pricing and inventory online and you pay case pricing regardless of how few garments/items you order. I have an embroidery business so I always order the heavier weight shirts (6.1 ounce). My favorite brands for Tshirts are Gildan and Anvil. You can order all sorts of styles of shirts, so you are not restricted to just Tshirts. If you buy shirts at a retail store and the shirt has a logo already printed/embroidered on it, I wouldn't use it in your business. Good luck to you.

What does it mean to silk someones hair?

This lady told me she wanted to silk my hair, and i have natural hair and im black, what does that mean?|||The only time I've ever used that expression was when someone was referring to basically polishing the hair with a piece of silk. I believe they continually stroke down a clump of hair with the silk and it leaves a nice shine.|||NO NEED TO UNDERSTAND THAT.


USE JUST------((HEAD AND SHOULDER))


U WILL UNDERSTAND THEN

What is the easiest and safest way to clean algae off of silk aquarium plants?

I have a bunch of silk aquarium plants and would like to know the easiest and safest (for the fish) way to clean algae off of them. Its the brown algae not the green.|||Depending on the size of your tank, you could add a siamese flying fox - they will consume brown algae - not all algae eaters will.





I soak my silk plants in a bucket, the rub the leaves between my hands - this seems to get the algae off rather well.|||All the answers are good from magnetic cleaners to scouring pads work and certain algae eating fish work. You have an excess amount of nutrients in your tank. You'll need to do Partial Water Changes (PWC) weekly as a regular part of tank maintenance and test your aquarium water for pH levels, Ammonia levels, Nitrate and Nitrite levels too. My guess is these are high probably from poor tank maintenance and overfeeding. If your tank is over-crowded, you will have a lot of ammonia and a lowered oxygen amount in your water. Like wise, if the pH is on the high alkaline side, ammonia poisoning is a constant danger. The filter converts ammonia and ammonium into nitrites and then into nitrates. If nitrate levels become too high (150 mg) per liter of water, it should be lowered by PWC's and will harm fish and plants, especially those of the Cryptocoryne species and then the rotting stuff will raise levels.


I use a green scouring pad to clean algae off my inside the tank glass and a razor blade to get the water lines off the glass which are mineral deposits from hard water out of the water pipe. Take the decorations out and clean it with a pad and running warm to hot water.


You also need to let us know what kind of algae you have whether it's green, brown, or any other type.


I can give you a website that will help you. Just copy and paste to your browser and you can read up on it.


http://www.theaquariumwiki.com/Brown_alg鈥?whatever you do,


DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS to clean your stuff. Be sure to do about a 40% water change ASAP and get yourself a gravel vaccum from your local pet shop and clean the waste that has accumulated in the gravel to help bring the high levels down. Sounds like you'll need to do more than just look at the fish and feed them from now on. I also recommend you try and get a better filter for your tank. Hope this helps.|||Go to your local lfs and ask them what types of algae eaters(such as a pleco, snails, chinese algae eater, oto cats, etc) you could put in your tank that would be compatible with your existing fish. Its always easier if someone else does the cleaning for you, and watching your tank get cleaner without the work is always a bonus.|||When performing a water change, take the plants ot and rinse in the water removed.|||You should take them out and wipe them off. Then put them back in. It might make the fish tense, but they will be ok.|||Don't they still sell algae eaters?

How to clean old white silk shirt ?

I've been washing my silk shirt that i had made in China for years with no problem and now I made mistake and washed in a load of dark clothing.


Now my shirt looks dull white and I'm in need of some suggestions please.|||Soak it for 2 to 3 hours in solution of 1 gallon warm water and 2 ounces of 3 percent hydrogen peroxide, in the sink or a plastic (not Metal) container. After soaking, rinse the blouse thoroughly in warm water and dry it on a hanger--for best results, in a room without sunlight.

How do i clean a silk persian carpet?

i just had one cleaned and got snowed for $700. I'm sure I can clean the second one myself. It's 4' x 6', silk weave with cotton base %26amp; fringe, vegetable dye, and seriously dirty.|||call the rug doctor.. Dont try any of that self rug cleaning stuff... a silk persian carpet is worth the expeert advice and fixer upper... Good luck Grant M in Pennsylvania|||did you get it cleaned? If so how nice does it look? Grant M

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How can I find people who has interest in chinese silk carpet?

We are from a silk carpet factory in China. Who have interest in our beautiful silk carpets? Our price is very good and quality is very high. www.chinasilkcarpet.com who has interest in our silk carpets?|||one is these,other is by advertsing,opening offices in foreing countries and braches all over,ways r many,|||thankz

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|||Try the Las Vegas furniture shows, twice a year.

How much does it cost to adjust the size of a silk comforter cover?

I have a silk comforter cover that is too big for my comforter. How much would it cost to turn a full size cover into a twin cover? There is also a piping around the edge of the cover. How much more would it cost to preserve the piping?|||to get a realistic answer you should contact places that do sewing alterations.

I wish to make neck tubes/balaclavas for outdoor pursuits in silk fabric. What would be the best silk to use?

I believe silk is a cool breathable fabric for warm weather, and warm and comfortable in cold temperatures? I wish to use this fabric as I think it would be better against the skin - but what type of silk would be the most practical for this purpose? Also can anyone tell me where I can find reasonably priced suppliers of silk fabric in the uk, preferably via internet? Thanks.|||Silk is a natural protein fiber, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The best-known type of silk is obtained from cocoons made by the larvae of the silkworm Bombyx mori reared in captivity (sericulture). The shimmering appearance for which silk is prized comes from the fibers' triangular prism-like structure which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles.





"Wild silks" or tussah silks (also spelled "tasar") are produced by caterpillars other than the mulberry silkworm (Bombyx mori). They are called "wild" as the silkworms cannot be artificially cultivated like Bombyx mori. A variety of wild silks have been known and used in China, India, and Europe from early times, although the scale of production has always been far smaller than that of cultivated silks. Aside from differences in colors and textures, they all differ in one major aspect from the domesticated varieties: the cocoons that are gathered in the wild have usually already been damaged by the emerging moth before the cocoons are gathered, and thus the single thread that makes up the cocoon has been torn into shorter lengths. Commercially reared silkworm pupae are killed before the adult moths emerge by dipping them in boiling water or piercing them with a needle, thus allowing the whole cocoon to be unraveled as one continuous thread. This allows a much stronger cloth to be woven from the silk. Wild silks also tend to be more difficult to dye than silk from the cultivated silkworm.





Silks are produced by several other insects, but only the silk of moth caterpillars has been used for textile manufacture. There has been some research into other silks, which have differences at the molecular level. Silks are mainly produced by the larvae of insects with complete metamorphosis, but also by some adult insects such as webspinners. Silk production is especially common in the Hymenoptera (bees, wasps, and ants), and is sometimes used in nest construction. Other types of arthropod produce silk, most notably various arachnids such as spiders.|||You are correct that silk is suitable for outdoor weather and it would be a good idea to use for a balaklava....





I have spent over an hour trying to locate a stretch silk fabric in the UK, as well as the US but I cannot find a place that lists any on line. I did find one company that had a stretch chiffon silk in the US. http://www.denverfabrics.com/Merchant2/m鈥?/a>





A Balaclava/neck tube really needs to be of a stretchy fabric. I've made a few in my time for my husband and kids and always used a knit or stretchy fabric....so.... I have an idea for you.





How about purchasing a set of Silk Long Underwear such as found in this link: http://www.nznature.co.nz/mshop/spi//5_T鈥?/a>





Cut the balaklava/neck tube out of the fabric in the long underwear. You could purchase a "large or Extra-large" set so you can utilize as much of the fabric as you can.





It may be easier than trying to locate appropriate silk fabric...





Of course, no one will know that you are wearing underwear on your head unless you tell them!





;o)

How do I get ink off my hands, from a silk screening job?

I work as a printer at a silk screening plant and I have the worst time with getting all the ink off my hands, and especially under and on my finger nails. Anyone have any ideas? I've tried alcohol, and baby wipes, neither works.


Thanks!|||First, DO NOT USE any thing like m.e.k or chemical solvent. ( it ends up in your liver and is TOXIC! Try some thing less harmful like wd40. It removes ink, oil, paint and more.|||last time i dyed my hair my friend got dye on her hands, she used cigirette ash to remove the dye. i thought she was full of it but it really worked.|||Go to a nail supply store (Sally's) and buy pure acetone (polish remover) it will take it off :) Make sure you wash your hands well afterwards and if you use on a daily basis just make sure that you use lotion on your hands as this sometimes dries them out|||Can you wear latex gloves? Not the kind you wash your dishes with, but the shorter/thinner and more form fitting kind? It might prevent the ink from getting on you in the first place.





Otherwise, maybe using some diluted paint thinner would work.

Where can I buy silk screening supplies in the San Francisco Bay Area?

I looking to buy a silk screening kit as a presant for Christmas. I can't find anywhere that sells these so I need your help. Please help me give the coolest Christams presant ever.|||I believe Dick Blick carries silk screen kits.





Blick Art Materials


1414 Van Ness Avenue


San Francisco, CA 94109


Phone: (415) 441-6075


www.dickblick.com





You can also try the following:





Pearl Art %26amp; Craft Supplies Inc.


969 Market St


San Francisco, CA 94103


(415) 357-1400





Flax Art %26amp; Design


1699 Market St


San Francisco, CA 94103


(415) 552-2355





Arch Drafting Supply


99 Missouri Street


San Francisco, CA 94107


(415) 433-2724


www.archsupplies.com

How can I get my design on paper onto the silk screen to put on a shirt?

I recently bought every needed to begin silk screening online, and it will be here in a few days. I was just wondering how I can get the designs I have onto the film that I is used on the screen to make the image. Do I need a special printer or something?


Thanks in advance!!|||There are three methods that I know of. One is with cutting away parts of the coating on the film with a craft knife. You would lay the film over the design and cut away where you want the color. If using multiple colors you would need to cut separate pieces of film for each color and use a registration mark to make sure of proper placement.





Another method is to paint on a design on the silk screen material, then coat where you do not want paint to come through with another solution. You should be able to place your design under the silk screen material and copy it.


http://www.ehow.com/how_4613121_silk-scr鈥?/a>





Another method is burning the film using light. There is a fairly new YuDu machine by ProvoCraft which uses light to create the silk screen. You would follow the machine directions about placing your design and the silk screen material together and exposing it with light.


http://www.whatdoyudu.com/|||I agree with the previous answerer about the various ways to use "films" as masks when screen printing, and there is lots of info online about those, from simple to complex.





I suggest you ask these questions also in the Image Reproduction boards at Craftster.org though for more info quickly. You'll have to join to actually ask questions, but it's free.


ask here: http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php鈥?/a>


more info/lessons here: http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php鈥?/a>


And you might want to check out the other sub-boards under the Image Reproduction category there too, especially the ones on "stencilling" in various ways:


http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php鈥?/a>

How much would a silk fabric cost a yard?

Does anyone know how much a silk fabric would cost at Wal-mart per yard or any other store and also what are the care instructions.


Lace (any fiber) how much would it cost and care instructions?


satin (any fiber) how much? and care instructions thanks!|||Check out one of the many online fabric stores for prices. Really beautiful quality silk will be expensive.





Silks and delicate fabrics, such as lace, require dry cleaning to ensure they retain their appearance.





Silk undies such as bras and panties could be handwashed, in cool water, with a mild detergent.|||There are so many different types of silk, it's hard to answer your question. Some silks wash beautifully in a machine and some need to be dry cleaned. It depends on what the use for them is as to what type you're looking for. They can range from inexpensive (comparable to cottons) to very expensive (shantung and hand-loomed) and everything in between.





Lace ranges from 10/yds for $1 for cotton eyelet at Walmart to $100s of dollars a yard for hand re-beaded Alencon'.





Satin is also dependent on type. (BTW, "satin" is a type of weave, not a fiber) Are you looking for a poly satin or a bridal or a duchess? A poly satin lining can be $1 yard, heavy satin for dressmaking can run $10/yd or more. Do you want a crepe back, or an Antique, or a silk satin? You can pay $50/yd or more for Antique slubbed Italian satin.





Without knowing what you need it for there's no way to say how much it will cost or anything else definte.

How do I get rid of static cling on my silk dress?

I'm wearing a silk dress with opaque black tights tonight to the theater, and when I did a test run with the outfit, I had some serious static cling on my thighs and butt. How do I get rid of this? I've read that you can use a fabric softener sheet, but does that really work? Does it have to be a certain kind? Any other options? Thanks in advance!|||to simply answer the question you asked, yes. the fabric softener sheet will work. any kind. rub it on your dress (on the inside) and rub it on your tights. it won't leave a residue. you might want to bring a back-up as someone suggested. depending on where you go, if you're in a car with a heater on, that warm, dry air can make the situation reoccur.|||the oldest trick in the book is "lightly" spray your clothing with Hairspray and it works been there done that and if your still worried take a fabric softner sheet with you and should you need it (and you won't) rub the softner sheet on your clothes.|||Take a wire coat hanger and run it along the dress. This usually takes care of it. Good luck :)|||Static Gone or another brand of anti-static spray available in the laundry isle at most grocery or discount stores works, but don't spray it on the dress. Spray the slip under the dress or the top portion of the tights that will be covered. They rarely but sometimes leave a white residue.


Pin a steel safety pin to the slip or your tights, and it will help discharge the static. In a pinch, an ordinary steel paper clip will help, but they can have blunt ends that will snag your tights or the fabric of the dress.





Edit - oh, the fabric softener sheets. YES they will. Wipe down the inside of the fabric lightly. I knew a lady who tucked one into her pantyhose to fight cling. I don't know if that is actually helpful, but she smelled good.|||eat ice cream?

Whats the difference between silk screening and screen printing? Is one less expensive or easier to operate?

Considering adding to my emb. business and I am curious what the fundamental differences between silk screening and screen printing are, also, which is easier to use, more profitable, etc. Basically looking for pros and cons of each. Thanks|||(Ptg. %26amp; Paper industry for 20 years)


The two terms mean the same thing. It is a procees that involves burning a silk screen and then pressing ink through the screen, in the imaged area, onto a substrate of your choice.|||I believe they are the same thing.





For mass produced signs screen printing is the way to go. There are alternatives, like vinyl lettering, but it is usually more expensive, and takes longer to make each sign. But if you are only doing one or two signs, it is better to do vinyl lettering, because you don't have to etch the silkscreen, ink it, and clean it and all of that. Hope that helps....


Stevo.|||Usually we use a silk screen to mount our stencils for printing. The stencils may be hand-cut or photographic. When people say screen printing they normally refer to the same "silk" screen, no other matters as this material is the only one that facilitates fine print results. It shouldn't be so expensive.





Good luck to your business!

What type of silk is commonly used for skirt linings?

I remember seeing a type silk used for silk skirt linings. I don' t know what type of silk it is.|||Satin silk or shantung

Where can I get silk flowers wholesale for a wedding?

I want to get silk flowers for a cheap price for my wedding, where can I get cheap high quality flowers?|||I had artificial gerbera daisies at my wedding and I got them all from www.save-on-crafts.com. Their website is a little awkward and weird to navigate but I didn't have any problems. I ordered about 300 flowers and they arrived in perfect condition.|||Why silk? Why not real? I have actually heard that silk flowers cost more and with all the searchs that I have done, that has been proven. Not to say that there is none out there. Try eBay, that's your best bet.





If you change your mind and choose real flowers, check out fiftyflowers.com or samsclub.com. Good luck!|||http://www.thebridesbouquet.com/





Not wholesale, perhaps . . . but I thought these prices seemed reasonable.|||I tried to go that route and found that real was much, much cheaper. Try wholesale rose dealers online. There are several. Rose Source did a great job for me. I had enough for long stem rose bouquets for my bridal party and then roses for the guests' tables for $129. Love them!|||Try





B2B Portal website http://www.esources.co.uk/wholesale-suppliers/1064/





They list many verified wholesalers. You can contact them for catalogs and price lists. Good Luck.|||it really depends on what kind of flowers you are going with and the season, they may be cheaper...i used silk and for everything all the flowers for bouquets, centerpieces, alter, bounts, everything cost around 75 and we had a ton of flowers and they were high quality and no one noticed they were silk until they felt them or were told. I got the whole thing from micheals craft store, they might even be able to put together your flowers for a lower price too depending.

What can i use to clean dried ink from a silk screen?

I have silk screens, with dried in ink on them. What is the best thing to use to get the ink out? I have already tried soap and water and white spirit and these have not worked.|||Is the ink on the screen water based ? If it is a very old screen it could be oil based which would be very difficult to remove.





I might try some washing soda crystals mixed with warm water e.g., 200 gram per 1 litre of water. Try it on a corner area and just leave a soaked rag on the area.





We use this solution at out print workshop to remove photo emulsion and various other acrylic resists from plates. Your water based silkscreen ink is most likely an acrylic based ink.





If you have access to a print workshop they would have special products for this which would do it and not risk harming the material on the screen.|||I am afraid nothing will really clean the screens. Try thinners like acetone, or turpentine but nothing can really help once the silkscreen is dry with the paint on it. They are cleaned industrially with a special equipment to blow strong airflow or the silk is simply replaced. Sorry fo that!

If I get a silk cocktail treatment for my hair, will it affect my hair dye?

I'm planning to dye my hair soon but I'm now thinking about going into the salon and get a silk cocktail treatment.|||depends. if the silk cocktail your talking about is like the brazilian blow out then it will make your hair more porous on the ends making your color grab darker on the ends. but if your talking about the conditioning silk cocktail then that will actually even porosity in your hair making your color take evenly

How do you keep silk from getting wrinkled?

I have a beautiful Chinese silk dress but every time I wear it and sit down for awhile I get crease marks in the waist area. Is there a way to keep it from wrinkling or getting creased?|||dont wear it|||kinda hard. Just try to keep your posture better.|||maybe your dress is too tight.

Can you sew in silk lining on a granny square crochet blanket?

I just finished a 3ft x 3ft granny square baby blanket all in a soft yellow yarn. Now that I look at it, it looks a little plain. Can I put silk lining on one side of the blanket?|||Minky would be better.





http://www.minkydelight.com/





You can find this at many fabric shops|||Yea. I sewed lining on a croched hat. That would be easier.|||You could, but silk is not practical for babies. It generally doesn't wash well.


Assuming you have a synthetic, washable yarn, I'd pick a soft cotton - maybe even a flannel - and wash and machine-dry it to pre-shrink it before using as a lining on the other side. You may also want to tack the lining at intervals rather than just sewing it on at the edges, so it doesn't shift around.

How to dryclean silk pillow at home?

ok i made the mistake of buying 4 lovely silk pillows for my living room without even thinking about how my 2yr old son will be around them. Anyway i've had them for 2 weeks now and they already have to be dry cleaned.


Is there a way to get them cleaned at home without having to spend $5 each on them twice a month?





I'm heading out to walmart in a few to look for some things.|||Hi, to launder silk saftely, wash in a teped water with some baby shampoo. Wash carefully %26amp; squeeze the excess water out gently so as to avoid breaking any fibes, thnhang to dry, finally if nessary, press with an iron set on low.


This is how i do mine about every 2mths to keep them fresh, good luck.

How do I keep the crinkles in a crinkly silk dress?

I tie it in knots when it's drying but the creases drop out very quickly as the silk has become very soft. Is there some thing I could spray on to make the fabric stiffer and the creases hold? Would starch spray work?|||When you wash it...whilst it's still wet...twist it up/screw it (depending on the type of crinkles) then put it on the radiator to dry, or somewhere warm.


What I do.


But with cotton clothes...i guess it'd be the same with silk :S not too hot though!


hope it helps!


x|||do not and i say again do not iron it.. lol|||Don't use fabric softener when you wash...and twist it when it's wet.|||don't iron it!!|||use a spray bottle to mist some water on it - just a little, then crinkle it up and put a towel on top of it. It should dry crinkly in about 2 hours|||know idea

What is the best way to iron a silk blouse?

My wife bought a silk blouse and it has some wrinkles in it and she wants to iron it. Is there a correct way to do this so it will not damage the blouse?|||You can iron silk with a warm iron. If you are worried about scorching the silk, you can cover the fabric with an all cotton (or men's handkerchief) cloth. Has she tried steaming it? Sometimes you can get your iron to shoot steam and just hold it parallel to the blouse and steam it. . . .|||turn it inside out and use a steam iron setting at medium|||The are a few ways to iron silk clothing. The one I find to be tried and true is to hang the silk garment in the shower and let a steamy shower do the work for you. It doesn't take a lot of water or time.





If you have a steamer... that's even better but most people have irons rather than steamers.





Now you can iron it but you have to be careful.You can A; set the iron to delicate or silk/linen if you have that setting and give that a try. Me personally, I don't trust that all irons heat as desired for those kinds of fabrics plus if you don't know exactly how the current in your home is you power could be fluctuating.





Or you can turn your iron to steam and fill the reservoir with water and have the garment hang on a door or rack and just steam the wrinkles right out. It is very easy and the is almost little risk to the clothing and you should be looking posh and sexy in no time..





Take care|||As for me, I'd play it safe and let a cleaners take care of it.





But if she still wants to do it herself, her iron will have the word "silk" on it. She needs to use that setting. BUT just in case her iron is on the hot side, have her test it on the blouse where a burn cannot be seen.

How do you clean a decorative silk ficus tree?

I have a really nice artificial ficus tree that has become very dusty, and I don't want to have to throw it out. What is the simplest, most effective way to clean it???





Do those spray cleaners at discount stores made for silk flowers work on them?





I appreciate any suggestions. Thanks!|||You can put it in your shower and hose it on a light pressure.....trying no to soak the base, or hose outside.|||I put my sweeper on reverse and blew the dust off of mine............you can also spray it lightly with water or dust each leaf at a time...........I don't know how the spray cleaners work, never have used them.|||People suggested that I use a hair dryer, but that method doesn't work as well, in my opinion, as cleaning each leaf at a time. I have not tried the spray for silk flowers method, but if it isn't too costly it's probably worth a try!

What is the best way to clean dried and silk flowers?

Is there a good product or a quick way to clean dried and silk floral arrangements? I have been cleaning out my mothers house, and there are about a million of these things and I have no idea how to get the dust off. I don't want to have to take them all apart to do it. If I had my way, I would throw them all out, however, she wants to keep them. Any ideas?|||just spray them with aerosol lysol...any areosol product will clean them...also if they are silk you can wash them like dishes in a dishwasher if you have one... just be gentle...I wash mine in my dishwasher on gentle cycle... and i only have a half million through my diswasher on gentle....it's a breeze and they hold up.....trust it i have done it 3 times...lol 3 times a thousand.....|||Dry methods involve use of a bag with one of a host of dry items. Put silk products inside of a paper bag, and add a couple of cups of uncooked rice before shaking it briskly. This is even effective with dried arrangements or wreaths.





Or, try a few tablespoons of salt inside of a plastic bag鈥攕hake, and then make sure all residue is gone. Also effective with dried flowers.





Cornmeal is another dry method for cleaning. Use plenty of shaking, including upside down, to make sure all traces are gone.|||I clean my silk and dried flower bouquet by putting it into a brown paper bag with 1/2-1 cup table salt. Roll the bag down but allow the item room to move then shake shake shake for abut a minute. Open the bag and pull the item out, gently shaking it as you are pulling it out to remove the remaining salt. This gently removes the dust and debris and leaves it in the bag w/ the salt. Reuse the salt several times for this purpose.|||put some common table salt, a 1/4 c should do, in a paper bag, add the flowers a few at a time, close the top and shake. The salt will remove the dust easily. Shake the salt out of the flowers back into the bag and repeat.|||My mom always filled the sink with hot water and added 3 cap fulls of ammonia to the water then wished them around then hung them upside down out side on the clothes line.|||You can try a blow dryer. I have heard of products available to spray on such arrangements. Try Hobby Lobby/Michael's/ JoAnn's...any craft store. They may be able to help you.|||If they're just dusty, use one of those spray air cans that you would use to clean your computer/electronics...or lightly vacuum them with a soft brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner.|||I use my hair dryer on the cool setting to blow the dust of my dried arrangement.|||i would suggest a capful of baby shampoo and then soak them to wash them and hang to dry.

Can I attach silk flowers to fabric using fusible web?

I have a Christmas sweatshirt with silk poinsettas fused onto it but can't figure out how it was done.|||You may want to use a product called Heat and Bond, sold at fabric stores. This product is a breeze to use. First, you iron this product onto the fabric, then cut out your shape, then iron that shape onto the garment. It really is as easy as that.





Heat and Bond comes in several weights, so be sure you select the correct weight and follow the directions. You will be amazed at the results and it is totally washable, too.





Happy Holidays.|||There is actually more than one to do it. You can use fusible web - use the "light" one, you can use a fusible powder (Aleene's is one brand), use LiquiFuse (looks like glue but fuses with an iron just like the web). I would go with the liquid for silk flowers since it is easier to apply precisely.

Does the light silk soymilk taste different than the normal one?

I tried Silk vanilla soy milk and I don't like it. I thought it was kinda thick. Would the light be thinner? Or maybe I needed to try original and not vanilla.|||That's how I feel, it's too sweet. I like light better, but I stick with plain because it is best with cereal, also I can add ovaltine or something to it without it feeling really thick. Vanilla soy is good in lattes however because you dont need any extra sugar!|||vanilla has a lot of sugar in it...Light regular tastes fine...light is less calorie not weight/thickness...soy is an acquired taste





you could also try almond breeze and non dairy milk substitute

How do i remove dye from silk accidentally transferred from other fabric?

I tried to remove two spots on a white (actually very light ivory) silk dalmatic. I just grabbed the first thing I saw which was a green microfiber cloth. I used isopropyl alcohol, which by itself can be a decent cleaning agent. It transferred dye to the silk garment. I immediately took water and hand soap to it with minimal if any effect. I'm freaking out.|||Stop. Consult a textile conservationist. Don't do any more until you know what you're really dealing with.





DO NOT USE CHLORINE BLEACH! The silk will dissolve.





http://www.caringfortextiles.com/


http://www.conservation-us.org/


http://www.si.edu/mci/english/learn_more鈥?/a>


http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/5127鈥?/a>

What is the best sOftware for silk screening?

I was just wondering what peoples opinions were about the best software for silk screening..What is the best sOftware for silk screening?|||Hands down, the best of the best is...


Adobe Illustrator - http://www.adobe.com/products/illustrato鈥?/a>


It's the industry standard for vector based drawing/art. I have used it for 14 years and I wouldn't replace it with anything. Downsides to it would be price and I guess learning curve for new users.





Other vector based apps:





Freehand - http://www.adobe.com/products/freehand


Never personally liked it and its future looks grim since Adobe bought out Macromedia. Adobe has no plans to continue it, and selling the code wouldnt be in there best interests ... so to the heap it will go.





CorelDraw - http://www.corel.com


I have never liked it and I think its safe to say most Illustrator users despise it and poke fun of the people who use it. I have always found it to be more of the 'civilian' designers choice. Despite my dislike for Corel, it is fully capable of getting the job done.





Inkscape - http://www.inkscape.org - Open Source vector graphics editor. Havent used it, so I can say how good it is but im sure its worth looking into. Hey its free! Go Open Source!





Cheers|||try http://photoshopteam.10.forumer.com/

What is the proper way to wear a pocket silk?

I am wearing a suit tomrrow and no tie, so I thought a pocket silk may add some style.|||Gently pinch the middle of your handkerchief, then insert it into the breast pocket with the point up. Have about 1 - 1 1/2 inches sticking out.|||oooo fancy! try this site...

How can I tell the difference between cotton and silk?

I bought a scarf on a market in Morocco. No label, of course, but I was told it is silk. How do I know it is true?|||Silk should be silky and shiny.





Have a great day!!!|||silk should be silky|||This seems to be challenging for most people. Burning a small sample seems the most promising, though there are good chemical tests available.


See the link for more.

Is there any way to repair discoloration on a silk garment?

I accidentally put a 100% silk, dry-clean only garment in the washing machine. Besides coming out horribly crinkled with minor mishaps to the embroidery, the color ran, so it has discoloration on certain spots. Is there any way to repair it?! Would bringing it to the dry-cleaner help?|||13 years dry clean exp


38 years family exp





Call around your area, for the leading mid to high end dry cleaner. Tell them what happened, their my be some things that they can try. Their are no home remedies that will repair color loss or color shift. Good luck





Dom|||Silk is very easy to dye , Use a color remover then dye it and it should look good as new.

What other materials will charge a glass rod besides silk?

I need to create an example of this process without using silk as a material. What other materials will do this?|||Nylon , cat fur , wool.





Human hair will work but not very well|||Silk is the best, however you can also do this with wool.

Can you use silk leaves instead of real leaves to make chocolate leaves?

I want to use melting chocolate to make chocolate maple leaves but all our leaves are wet and gross. Will the chocolate come off of silk leaves like it does the real leaves?|||I would not use silk leaves. Just dry off the real leaves and use the back of those.