What’s the Word on Wool

Spring styles are filling the stores and I’m writing a post about wool? Yes. Most parts of the country have many chilly days ahead. I often address questions from clients and readers. Pieces made from wool have raised several questions lately. First, here is the...

What is Modal?

Continuing the series on fabrics, I once again chose a fabric that many of you may know by sight and touch, but NOT by name. Modal is a type of rayon–a processed textile made from reconstituted cellulose from the beech tree. Modal is sometimes used alone or...

What is Viscose?

This will be my first post in a off/on again series on fabrics. I hope to give you clear definitions along with ideas on how to care for them. When you spend good money on your clothes you want them to last. Costly mistakes are made with improper laundering.  Knowing...