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Clothes that are sewn askew
Short answer: If the side seam does not run straight down the side, the fabric was cut crooked. It does not correct i...
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Loose threads in new clothes
Short answer: A loose thread is almost always a leftover from sewing and not a defect. Cut it off close to the fabric...
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Printed labelling versus a sewn in label at the neck
Short answer: A print directly on the fabric cannot itch, but a sewn-in label can. That is why printing has become st...
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The weight of a single garment tells you something
Short answer: Short answer: A t-shirt in size L typically weighs between 110 and 180 grams. If it weighs less, the fa...
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A quality test after three washes
Short answer: Short answer: New clothes always look good. The real test is how they look after three washes, and ther...
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The gusset in briefs and what it is for
Short answer: Short answer: The gusset is the extra layer of fabric in the crotch. It is there for hygiene and should...
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Fly opening in boxer briefs or not
Short answer: Short answer: A fly is a practical detail, but it costs two extra seams against the skin. Many people s...
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Covered elastic versus bare elastic
Short answer: Short answer: An elastic wrapped in yarn lies softly against the skin. A bare rubber thread chafes and ...
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A waistband elastic that survives many washes
Short answer: Short answer: A wide elastic with a woven pattern lasts longer than a thin, smooth one. Look for a wais...
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The elastic in a sock cuff
Short answer: Short answer: The cuff should hold the sock up without leaving a mark on your leg. That takes a wide, s...
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The shape of the heel in a sock
Short answer: Short answer: A properly knitted heel has a wedge that follows the angle of your foot. Without it the s...
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The toe seam in a sock and why you feel it
Short answer: The seam over the toes is the only place in a sock where there is an edge. If it is thick, you can feel...
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