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  • More young designers receive free sewing machines

    We are thrilled to share an update on our Sew Fun(d) scholarship program, which has already provided brand-new sewing machines to four talented y...
  • April 2023 - recycling totals

    Thank you to our amazing followers and customers for helping us save 4,889 lbs of fabric and sewing-related supplies from ending up in landfil...
  • Why we pre-cut our fabric

    We explain why we pre-cut fabric in today's blog post.  Fabric stores have the option to sell their fabric by the meter and cut it to order or to...
  • Fabric recycling totals for March 2023

    We are thrilled to announce that in March 2023, Our Social Fabric was able to divert an incredible 6,531 lbs (2,962 kilograms) of fabric and sewi...
  • Vancouver non-profit has elephant-sized impact on fabric waste

    In the first three months of 2023, Our Social Fabric has saved over 7,000 kilograms of fabric and sewing-related materials from landfill. That’s ...
  • Use cone thread in your sewing machine

    Our cone threads are a great way to get fantastic value when purchasing thread for your projects. If you have a serger or cover stitch our cones c...
  • What can I sew with shirting fabrics?

    Shirting fabrics - not just for shirts! We share six types of garments you can sew with cotton shirtings.  Shirting fabrics are known for their cr...
  • Muslin - five projects to sew today

      Cotton muslin is a versatile and affordable fabric that can be used for a variety of sewing projects. Its natural colour makes it a great neut...
  • More free sewing machines to change young designers lives

      Our Social Fabric is handing out six free sewing machines to youth in the Vancouver Lower Mainland as part of our scholarship program, Sew Fun(...
  • Four young designers given head start with a new sewing machine

    Four aspiring young designers have already received a brand-new sewing machine as part of our Sew Fun(d) scholarship program. Here, program manager...
  • Colour blocking - what is it and how do I do it?

    In sewing speak, colour blocking is mixing two or more differently coloured fabrics within a single garment. It might mean choosing a different co...
  • How to apply lace hem tape

    You might have seen packets of pretty lace hem tape (also called lace seam binding) in our store but have you wondered how to use it? Today on the blog, we show you step-by-step how to apply lace hem tape.