Minerva’s Guide to Woven Fabrics: Mastering the Art of Textiles
Minerva’s Guide to Woven Fabrics is a confirmation of the long-standing tradition of craft in the world of textiles where aesthetics and utility are inextricable. As a leading specialist in woven fabrics, Minerva takes great care to offer thousands of fabrics to designer, makers, and enthusiasts. Every fabric chosen is done so not just for its looks but for its wearability and ability to withstand the test of time. Whether you are sewing a custom dress or a stylish home decor, or a stylish fashion project, Minerva’s guide is the best reference book that describes the main characteristics of each woven fabric. They range from the light, airy, natural fiber of cotton to the rich, heavy fabrics of brocade and the guide is filled with tips that help the reader understand and choose between the various textures, patterns and weaves.
Of all the fabrics that Minerva has in its stock, the woven fabrics are the best because of their quality and elegance. The collection includes fabrics such as their beautifully printed jacquards which are perfect for formal wear and their light, airy linens which are perfect for the summer. Their tweed fabrics give a traditional and classy look while the robust canvas material is preferred for its practicality in creating tough, heavy usage projects. Great attention is paid to the choice of fabrics, and Minerva guarantees that each of them not only looks beautiful but also will last for a long time. Minerva’s Guide to Woven Fabrics welcomes you to the world of woven fabrics that goes beyond functionality and turns into an art piece.
Exploring Minerva’s Finest Woven Fabrics: A Showcase of Elegance and Craftsmanship
The best woven fabric products selected by Minerva are a gallery of woven fabric artistry that is both aesthetic and functional for designers of all skill levels. Every fabric in their collection is selected to represent the right combination of both strength and aesthetics and the texture of the fabric. From the classic and timeless wool blends and houndstooth tweeds to the delicate and light chiffons and silks woven fabrics from Minerva are perfect for any project. These types entice artisans and designers to bring out the best in them through fabrics that would prompt creativity and quality work.
Minerva Exclusive Breton Reverie Viscose Challis Fabric
This stunning Breton Reverie design is only available at Minerva and it is printed on the finest quality viscose challis base cloth. Viscose is a fibre that is produced from wood pulp and hence is a natural fibre that is even more breathable than cotton. Their viscose challis is a 100% viscose woven fabric, with a plain weave and no stretch to it. It is soft, silky and has a lot of drape and is ideal for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, summer trousers, shorts and much more.
This fabric weighs between 120 grams per square metre and is therefore considered to be a light to medium weight fabric. The fabric in most colourways is thick and does not show through so it should not be necessary to line, however on lighter colour prints one may wish to line the garment or wear a slip for fitted garments. It is suggested that this fabric be sewn using a new fine sharps needle for the best outcome.
Info:
- Suggested Washing Instructions: Thirty degrees. It is advisable to order 10% extra of all the fabrics you intend to use to avoid any shortages and always try washing a sample of the chosen fabrics to determine the best way to wash them.
- For all fabrics they recommend to wash before making up in the same way as for the subsequent washings (including the drying) to eliminate the shrinkage.
- If it is out of stock, this product can be pre-ordered.
- It is also important to note that all the sizes and measurements used in this item are approximate.
- This product is available in strips, and the price is calculated based on the number of metres. The minimum length that you can order is half a metre (0. 5) and after this you can order in multiples of 10cm i. e. 1. 1mt, 1. 2mt, 1. 3mt etc
- Their fabrics are cut off the roll and will always be supplied in one piece as possible. If for any reason they cannot send your fabric in one piece they will inform you by email and explain the situation to you.
Minerva Exclusive Shibori Stars EcoVero Viscose Linen Look Fabric
Kindly note that this fabric may take up to 7 working days to be dispatched. Available exclusively at Minerva, this beautiful design is available on a premium Lenzing Ecovero viscose linen look fabric. This fabric is very fine and has a certain fluidity to it. It is lightweight and has good breathability and it has a nice linen look slub weave. The manufacture of Lenzing Ecovero fibres is responsible in that it consumes at least 50 percent less water and emits at least 50 percent less CO2 than generic viscose fibres, thus conserving resources that will be useful in the future.
This fabric is so versatile and is ideal for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, summer trousers, shorts and more. This fabric is of a medium weight and measures 160 grams per square metre. The fabric in most colour ways is thick and does not show through so it should not be necessary to line, however on lighter colour prints you may wish to line your garment or wear a slip for fitted styles. It is recommended that this fabric should be sewn using a new fine universal needle for the best outcome.
Details:
- Suggested Washing Instructions: 30 degrees. It is advisable to subtract 10% from the stated washing temperatures for all fabrics and to always first try washing a small piece of the specific fabric you have chosen to use.
- For all fabrics they recommend that you wash before making up in the same way as with the subsequent washings (including drying) to eliminate shrinkage.
- If the product is out of stock, this product can be pre-ordered.
- All dimensions stated for this product are given in approximate terms
- This item is sold per metre. The smallest order that can be made is 0. 5m and thereafter the order can be placed in 10cm intervals, that is 1. 1mt, 1. 2mt, 1. 3mt etc
Minerva Exclusive Byzantium Streets Viscose Challis Fabric
This Minerva exclusive design is printed on the most wonderful quality viscose challis base cloth as Byzantium Streets design. Viscose is a fibre that is made from wood pulp and therefore is a natural fibre that is much cooler than cotton. Their viscose challis is a super soft 100% viscose woven fabric with a plain weave and no stretch. It is soft, silky and has a lot of drape hence is suitable for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, summer trousers, shorts and more.
This fabric is considered to be of light to medium weight with a weight of 120 grams per square metre. The fabric in most colourways is quite thick and does not need to be lined, for lighter colour prints you might want to line the garment or wear a slip for fitted styles. This fabric should be sewn with a new fine sharps needle if you want to achieve the best results.
Details:
- Suggested Washing Instructions: Thirty degrees. For safety reasons please allow a 10% shrinkage on all fabrics and it is always advisable to first try out a small piece of the fabric of your choice before washing it.
- In relation to all fabrics they recommend that washing should be done before making up in the same way as subsequent washings (including drying) to eliminate shrinkage.
- This product may be bought in advance if it has run out of stock
- All sizes and measurements on this item are approximate
- This item is available in a continuous strip, and is sold by the metre. The smallest length that is available is 0. 5 metre and from there, one can order in increments of 10cm or 1. 1mt, 1. 2mt, 1. 3mt etc
Minerva Exclusive Falling Blossom Viscose Challis Fabric
This beautiful Falling Blossom design is a Minerva exclusive and is printed onto the most fabulous quality viscose challis base cloth. Viscose is a fibre that is extracted from wood pulp and is therefore an organic fabric that is even more comfortable than cotton. Their viscose challis is a smooth 100% viscose woven fabric with a plain weave and is not stretchable.
This fabric is soft, silky and has a lot of drape, and is suitable for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, summer trousers, shorts and more. Currently, this fabric is considered to be a light to medium weight fabric that measures 120 grams per square metre. The fabric in most colour ways is fairly thick and does not need to be lined, however on the lighter colour prints you may wish to line your garment or wear a slip for more fitted styles. For better sewing result, they suggest you to use new fine sharps needle in sewing this fabric.
Info:
- Suggested Washing Instructions: Thirty degrees. It is safer to allow 10% shrinkage for all fabrics and it is advisable to always first try washing a sample of your chosen fabrics to determine the best way to wash them.
- For all fabrics they recommend pre-washing before making up in the same way as with the following washing (and drying) cycles to minimize shrinkage.
- This product can be pre-ordered if it has run out of stock
- Please note that all dimensions and sizes stated on this item are subject to variation.
- This item is available in a roll and is sold per metre. The minimum amount that can be ordered is half a metre (0. 5) and then it is possible to order in 10cm intervals, i. 1mt, 1. 2mt, 1. 3mt etc
The Final Thread: Minerva’s Woven Masterpieces – Adding Class to Your Creations
In the constantly developing sphere of textile arts, Minerva is the symbol of quality, experience, and creativity. Their expertly selected woven material list is a treasure chest of options for designers, artisans, and creators to play with. Whether you are searching for fabrics that are classic and sophisticated or fabrics that are made for contemporary use, Minerva’s woven creations are made to create and to last. The quality of the products is a testament to the fact that you understand beauty and functionality and the products that you create will not only look good but will also last for generations.
