Crocheters and knitters, what is a better synthetic fiber, polyester or acrylic?
Q. And does it matter what brand you use?
Asked by KW - Fri Jan 30 16:18:12 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Of the two, I prefer acrylic for its ease of care, for day-in/day-out knitting and crochet. My favorite yarns to handle in the creative process, though, are wools and wool blends. Perhaps my favorite "work-horse" yarn is Plymouth Encore worsted weight and Encore Chunky. It makes kids' clothing that wears well and goes through the washer and dryer with no loss of quality. For inexpensive, easily available yarn, probably Lion Brand is the one I use most often. However, you can't go wrong with the Coats & Clark family (Red Heart, Moda Dea, TLC) either. I've also had good results from the Patons line. Addendum: If you live in an area with a cold climate, it's worth the extra expense to knit with wool. Wools and similar animal fibers… [cont.]
Answered by Miz T - Fri Jan 30 17:44:50 2009
Q. And does it matter what brand you use?
Asked by KW - Fri Jan 30 16:18:12 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Of the two, I prefer acrylic for its ease of care, for day-in/day-out knitting and crochet. My favorite yarns to handle in the creative process, though, are wools and wool blends. Perhaps my favorite "work-horse" yarn is Plymouth Encore worsted weight and Encore Chunky. It makes kids' clothing that wears well and goes through the washer and dryer with no loss of quality. For inexpensive, easily available yarn, probably Lion Brand is the one I use most often. However, you can't go wrong with the Coats & Clark family (Red Heart, Moda Dea, TLC) either. I've also had good results from the Patons line. Addendum: If you live in an area with a cold climate, it's worth the extra expense to knit with wool. Wools and similar animal fibers… [cont.]
Answered by Miz T - Fri Jan 30 17:44:50 2009
Why acrylic cloths causes sparks when worn with woollen cloths?
Q. Acrylic fibers when worn along with woolen clothes many sparks as seen when the woolen clothes is removed. This sparks are clearly seen in dark place? What is the reason? can it cause any harmful disease. pl. send your commands. mail id. vijai_prakesha@rediffmail .com
Asked by Vijai - Thu May 13 06:55:02 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It just charges the clothes with static electricity - the same thing that makes your hair stick to a balloon if you rub the balloon on a jersey first. It's just energy, it can't cause anything harmful. If the static electricity builds up too much then it can sting a little if you touch metal (which will "ground" the energy) but it still won't be enough to hurt you. If you've ever been on a trampoline and then touched the metal frame after, then you know exactly the feeling - but the static electricity builds up to quite a lot more, and as a child, you learn to jump over the bar without touching it, so that you won't get zapped :)
Answered by lexiana - Thu May 13 07:00:14 2010
Q. Acrylic fibers when worn along with woolen clothes many sparks as seen when the woolen clothes is removed. This sparks are clearly seen in dark place? What is the reason? can it cause any harmful disease. pl. send your commands. mail id. vijai_prakesha@rediffmail .com
Asked by Vijai - Thu May 13 06:55:02 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It just charges the clothes with static electricity - the same thing that makes your hair stick to a balloon if you rub the balloon on a jersey first. It's just energy, it can't cause anything harmful. If the static electricity builds up too much then it can sting a little if you touch metal (which will "ground" the energy) but it still won't be enough to hurt you. If you've ever been on a trampoline and then touched the metal frame after, then you know exactly the feeling - but the static electricity builds up to quite a lot more, and as a child, you learn to jump over the bar without touching it, so that you won't get zapped :)
Answered by lexiana - Thu May 13 07:00:14 2010
Which fiber is safest in flammability-acrylic, cotton, or wool?
Q. Look above
Asked by Coolguy - Tue Dec 8 20:11:48 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. wool -- difficult to ignite; self extinguishing when the flame is removed.
Answered by kay - Tue Dec 8 20:19:32 2009
Q. Look above
Asked by Coolguy - Tue Dec 8 20:11:48 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. wool -- difficult to ignite; self extinguishing when the flame is removed.
Answered by kay - Tue Dec 8 20:19:32 2009
i want to knit a cable cardigan, It'll need to be blocked, should I use acrylic yarn or a natural fiber?
Q. i want to knit a cable cardigan, It'll need to be blocked, should I use acrylic yarn or a natural fiber?
Asked by Germain 77 - Wed Sep 9 20:07:12 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can use either but I would prefer something with a blend of wool and acrylic . After all the work you put into it, you want it to drape well and hold it's shape over time. Here is my favourite yarn link to look at. You can order kits or just yarn from the catalogue if you so desire but most yarns are available in department stores or yarn specialty shops. Just make sure the yarn you choose is compatable with the guage in your pattern.
Answered by Donya - Wed Sep 9 20:17:21 2009
Q. i want to knit a cable cardigan, It'll need to be blocked, should I use acrylic yarn or a natural fiber?
Asked by Germain 77 - Wed Sep 9 20:07:12 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can use either but I would prefer something with a blend of wool and acrylic . After all the work you put into it, you want it to drape well and hold it's shape over time. Here is my favourite yarn link to look at. You can order kits or just yarn from the catalogue if you so desire but most yarns are available in department stores or yarn specialty shops. Just make sure the yarn you choose is compatable with the guage in your pattern.
Answered by Donya - Wed Sep 9 20:17:21 2009
How do you make a stripper pole with acrylic glass tubing?
Q. I want to make a stripper pole with acrylic gas tubing. I want to make it full of water and bubbles and fiber optic lighting. Any suggestions?
Asked by Caitlin H - Thu Jan 21 22:01:01 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Use a pipe flange at the top and bottom to fasten it to the floor and ceiling. The problem is going to be that the acrylic might not be stiff enough to support the stresses incurred by the gymnastics of the dancing. You would have to use a tube with fairly thick walls, which is going to cut down on the space available for water, bubles, etc. Good luck with your project, let us know how it works out...
Answered by GuitarGeorge - Fri Jan 22 12:51:44 2010
Q. I want to make a stripper pole with acrylic gas tubing. I want to make it full of water and bubbles and fiber optic lighting. Any suggestions?
Asked by Caitlin H - Thu Jan 21 22:01:01 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Use a pipe flange at the top and bottom to fasten it to the floor and ceiling. The problem is going to be that the acrylic might not be stiff enough to support the stresses incurred by the gymnastics of the dancing. You would have to use a tube with fairly thick walls, which is going to cut down on the space available for water, bubles, etc. Good luck with your project, let us know how it works out...
Answered by GuitarGeorge - Fri Jan 22 12:51:44 2010
Will wearing acrylic knit hats damage your hair?
Q. I just bought a few new winter weather knit caps that look like wool but are actually 100% acrylic. I was wondering if the fibers in acrylic will hurt your hair or cause breakage? I take very good care of my hair and have very little split ends or breakage. Please help! Yeah I tried it on the other day and my hair was static-y for a few minutes until I brush my hair vigorously! haha
Asked by flowersinbloom25 - Sun Nov 23 16:26:08 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I wouldn't have thought it would do any harm at all, the reverse in fact because you will be protecting your hair from the elements. You might get a bit of static, though!
Answered by isaulte - Sun Nov 23 16:30:59 2008
Q. I just bought a few new winter weather knit caps that look like wool but are actually 100% acrylic. I was wondering if the fibers in acrylic will hurt your hair or cause breakage? I take very good care of my hair and have very little split ends or breakage. Please help! Yeah I tried it on the other day and my hair was static-y for a few minutes until I brush my hair vigorously! haha
Asked by flowersinbloom25 - Sun Nov 23 16:26:08 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I wouldn't have thought it would do any harm at all, the reverse in fact because you will be protecting your hair from the elements. You might get a bit of static, though!
Answered by isaulte - Sun Nov 23 16:30:59 2008
ACRYLIC FIBRE Name?
Q. What is the Acrylic fibre used for upholstery?? __ R __ L __ N
Asked by OLDIE D - Fri Feb 22 10:03:59 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. DRALON
Answered by Trevor H - Fri Feb 22 10:14:11 2008
Q. What is the Acrylic fibre used for upholstery?? __ R __ L __ N
Asked by OLDIE D - Fri Feb 22 10:03:59 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. DRALON
Answered by Trevor H - Fri Feb 22 10:14:11 2008
I am looking for a custom bowling ball that has a carbon fiber shell, or looks like it's all carbon fiber.?
Q. I've looked at most of the major ball makers and while I found the skull ball from Mystery Men, I can't find a simple acrylic ball that's covered in Carbon Fiber. Any ideas?
Asked by Jimmy B - Thu Jan 8 01:18:04 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i don't think bowling balls are allowed to be made of carbon fiber... i think what you're looking for is a plastic ball. if you want custom designs, Brunswick has a Viz-a-ball line of plastic balls for shooting spares and for small children. i think you can custom-order the graphics.
Answered by beefers1 - Fri Jan 9 03:26:26 2009
Q. I've looked at most of the major ball makers and while I found the skull ball from Mystery Men, I can't find a simple acrylic ball that's covered in Carbon Fiber. Any ideas?
Asked by Jimmy B - Thu Jan 8 01:18:04 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i don't think bowling balls are allowed to be made of carbon fiber... i think what you're looking for is a plastic ball. if you want custom designs, Brunswick has a Viz-a-ball line of plastic balls for shooting spares and for small children. i think you can custom-order the graphics.
Answered by beefers1 - Fri Jan 9 03:26:26 2009
I PUT MY 100% acrylic fibre CARDIGAN IN THE WASH AND NOW ITS BIG FOR ME !!!!!!?
Q. And stretched how do i get it back to normal pleaseee helppp
Asked by Sarah - Mon Mar 1 11:41:09 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. once acrylic is stretched, there is no way to restore it.
Answered by voicefromparis - Mon Mar 1 14:45:31 2010
Q. And stretched how do i get it back to normal pleaseee helppp
Asked by Sarah - Mon Mar 1 11:41:09 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. once acrylic is stretched, there is no way to restore it.
Answered by voicefromparis - Mon Mar 1 14:45:31 2010
whats the difference between gel, acrylic and fibre glass nails?
Q. whats the difference between gel, acrylic and fibre glass nails?
Asked by kentishbelle31 - Mon May 21 07:55:57 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. well, the way they look on your nail is the same, but the materials and the process's are different, acrylic is the easiest to keep up with but it doesnt protect your nail that well, and when its applied, it dries quickly, with acrylic you need to be careful not to deal with alot of water and with air the acrylic lifting off the nail or you will get fungus or the acrylic will fall off.. the same thing goes with the other two, with gel, its stays of longer and the way it dries is you place it under a uv light and for some people there is a slight tingling sensation, with fiberglass, thats a wrap which is used to strengthen week nails and is usually alittle more pricier than the other two, and keeping up with them is a little more tedious,… [cont.]
Answered by sing babii sing!!! - Mon May 21 08:02:53 2007
Q. whats the difference between gel, acrylic and fibre glass nails?
Asked by kentishbelle31 - Mon May 21 07:55:57 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. well, the way they look on your nail is the same, but the materials and the process's are different, acrylic is the easiest to keep up with but it doesnt protect your nail that well, and when its applied, it dries quickly, with acrylic you need to be careful not to deal with alot of water and with air the acrylic lifting off the nail or you will get fungus or the acrylic will fall off.. the same thing goes with the other two, with gel, its stays of longer and the way it dries is you place it under a uv light and for some people there is a slight tingling sensation, with fiberglass, thats a wrap which is used to strengthen week nails and is usually alittle more pricier than the other two, and keeping up with them is a little more tedious,… [cont.]
Answered by sing babii sing!!! - Mon May 21 08:02:53 2007
would u prefer gel, acrylic or fibre glass nail extensions?
Q. im planning on completing a nail tech course soon and then start my own business up from there but i just wondered what is the most popular.
Asked by babyG - Mon May 15 11:44:11 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I like the feel, look, and process of gel nails. However I was informed by my nail technician they are best IF used by someone that does not constantly have their hands in water, like: washing dishes, cars, or clothes, swimming, gardening, etc. Apparently it causes the natural nail to turn yellow, so I went back to acrylic.
Answered by bye - Mon May 15 12:39:38 2006
Q. im planning on completing a nail tech course soon and then start my own business up from there but i just wondered what is the most popular.
Asked by babyG - Mon May 15 11:44:11 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I like the feel, look, and process of gel nails. However I was informed by my nail technician they are best IF used by someone that does not constantly have their hands in water, like: washing dishes, cars, or clothes, swimming, gardening, etc. Apparently it causes the natural nail to turn yellow, so I went back to acrylic.
Answered by bye - Mon May 15 12:39:38 2006
acrylic painting collage questions?
Q. I'd like to do some mixed media work on canvas with acrylics and other fibers- cloth, paper, photos. Can anyone give me a few tips or refer me to a website regarding which is the best medium to affix it to the canvas, glaze, varnish etc. I also need a little info on what will and what will not last without fading, yellowing, or shrivelling. any help is appreciated. thanks and have a fantastic day!
Asked by snapper - Thu Aug 27 11:40:48 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. White PVA glue is pretty brilliant for fixing anything because it is strong but also peelable if you make a mistake, it dries clear and is also non-toxic. You can get it in 3 litre buckets from an 'Early Learning Centre' shop in the UK very cheap, otherwise it is marketed as 'craft glue' and a bit more expensive. I'm not sure how many decades it lasts, but in my experience it lasts quite a bit longer than Sellotape, and is almost as good as the much-hyped hot glue gun. The best thing is always to try the simplest and cheapest product first and if that doesn't work try again.
Answered by elfreda - Thu Aug 27 12:03:23 2009
Q. I'd like to do some mixed media work on canvas with acrylics and other fibers- cloth, paper, photos. Can anyone give me a few tips or refer me to a website regarding which is the best medium to affix it to the canvas, glaze, varnish etc. I also need a little info on what will and what will not last without fading, yellowing, or shrivelling. any help is appreciated. thanks and have a fantastic day!
Asked by snapper - Thu Aug 27 11:40:48 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. White PVA glue is pretty brilliant for fixing anything because it is strong but also peelable if you make a mistake, it dries clear and is also non-toxic. You can get it in 3 litre buckets from an 'Early Learning Centre' shop in the UK very cheap, otherwise it is marketed as 'craft glue' and a bit more expensive. I'm not sure how many decades it lasts, but in my experience it lasts quite a bit longer than Sellotape, and is almost as good as the much-hyped hot glue gun. The best thing is always to try the simplest and cheapest product first and if that doesn't work try again.
Answered by elfreda - Thu Aug 27 12:03:23 2009
I'm in cosmetology school, 17 years old, I just had fiber glass nails put on for the first time.... (vote)?
Q. Are fiber glass nails better then acrylic or not. What one is more damaging to the natural nail? What kind of nails do you like better? I have silk, fiberglass, acrylic, and cheap ones from clairs XD
Asked by Heather - Fri Mar 27 13:13:11 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wraps are best suited for people with weak, delicate nails. The drawback is they are cyanoacrylate based, thus they are susceptible to damage from water. When applied properly, no system is damaging to your nails. Its a poorly trained tech who damages your nails. Personally, I prefer gel nails. But, they aren't for everyone. UV gel nails are meant for the long term. They are not usually applied, only to be removed in a few weeks or a month as may be the case with acrylics. But, that's just a personal preference.
Answered by Anona Miss - Sat Mar 28 22:53:33 2009
Q. Are fiber glass nails better then acrylic or not. What one is more damaging to the natural nail? What kind of nails do you like better? I have silk, fiberglass, acrylic, and cheap ones from clairs XD
Asked by Heather - Fri Mar 27 13:13:11 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Wraps are best suited for people with weak, delicate nails. The drawback is they are cyanoacrylate based, thus they are susceptible to damage from water. When applied properly, no system is damaging to your nails. Its a poorly trained tech who damages your nails. Personally, I prefer gel nails. But, they aren't for everyone. UV gel nails are meant for the long term. They are not usually applied, only to be removed in a few weeks or a month as may be the case with acrylics. But, that's just a personal preference.
Answered by Anona Miss - Sat Mar 28 22:53:33 2009
Defenition problem what kind of material are these made of... well what is the material like?
Q. Is this like a silk product??? Acrylic fiber, a synthetic polymer fiber that contains at least 85% acrylonitrile Defenition
Asked by Pitifully Single - Mon Mar 9 15:41:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. they are all technically plastic, which is made from oil. Rayon is a type of synthetic polymer fiber. and is silk like.
Answered by Lisa H - Mon Mar 9 15:54:12 2009
Q. Is this like a silk product??? Acrylic fiber, a synthetic polymer fiber that contains at least 85% acrylonitrile Defenition
Asked by Pitifully Single - Mon Mar 9 15:41:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. they are all technically plastic, which is made from oil. Rayon is a type of synthetic polymer fiber. and is silk like.
Answered by Lisa H - Mon Mar 9 15:54:12 2009
What are the best fibers for baby blankets?
Q. What are the best fibers for knitting or crocheting a baby blanket? Acrylic, wool, blends?
Asked by Crimson & Clover - Tue May 27 18:03:33 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Acrylic IS easy to care for and inexpensive but does pose a fire hazard. Natural fibers are softest for baby skin - cotton, wool ... or for the more extravagant, how about a silk-cashmere blend? Or for slightly less 'splurge', a bamboo/ cotton blend? They feel divinely soft!
Answered by knitting_time@att.net - Tue May 27 18:56:17 2008
Q. What are the best fibers for knitting or crocheting a baby blanket? Acrylic, wool, blends?
Asked by Crimson & Clover - Tue May 27 18:03:33 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Acrylic IS easy to care for and inexpensive but does pose a fire hazard. Natural fibers are softest for baby skin - cotton, wool ... or for the more extravagant, how about a silk-cashmere blend? Or for slightly less 'splurge', a bamboo/ cotton blend? They feel divinely soft!
Answered by knitting_time@att.net - Tue May 27 18:56:17 2008
Is acrylic yarn bad for the enviroment?
Q. Would it help somehow if I knit with natural fibers like wool or cotton? (Natural fibers are A LOT more expensive, by the way)
Asked by mandieshaw13 - Mon Oct 1 18:01:42 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It would help a little bit. The amount of yarn that is used by knitters though is such a small percentage of yarn that there is no appreciable effect in terms of global warming or anything like that. I would suggest you knit with whatever yarn works best for the project you are working on. Also, don't limit your hobby activities just because you can't afford wool yarns. The enjoyment you get out of making your own fabric far outweighs the environmental costs.
Answered by Andrew O - Mon Oct 8 12:24:40 2007
Q. Would it help somehow if I knit with natural fibers like wool or cotton? (Natural fibers are A LOT more expensive, by the way)
Asked by mandieshaw13 - Mon Oct 1 18:01:42 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It would help a little bit. The amount of yarn that is used by knitters though is such a small percentage of yarn that there is no appreciable effect in terms of global warming or anything like that. I would suggest you knit with whatever yarn works best for the project you are working on. Also, don't limit your hobby activities just because you can't afford wool yarns. The enjoyment you get out of making your own fabric far outweighs the environmental costs.
Answered by Andrew O - Mon Oct 8 12:24:40 2007
Which fibres do you like the textile products in your nursery to be made from?
Q. examples are wool, cotton, cooton poly blend, linen, polyester fleece, acrylic, soft bamboo fibres, organic cotton. This is just a question form my questionaire for my disatation. : )
Asked by Leah Baker - Mon Apr 13 06:46:52 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would prefer organic wool, cotton and bamboo for everything, but it's not as easy to find as I'd like. Plus it's more expensive. *sigh*
Answered by Irritated Lactivist - Mon Apr 13 07:23:53 2009
Q. examples are wool, cotton, cooton poly blend, linen, polyester fleece, acrylic, soft bamboo fibres, organic cotton. This is just a question form my questionaire for my disatation. : )
Asked by Leah Baker - Mon Apr 13 06:46:52 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would prefer organic wool, cotton and bamboo for everything, but it's not as easy to find as I'd like. Plus it's more expensive. *sigh*
Answered by Irritated Lactivist - Mon Apr 13 07:23:53 2009
How to put on fake nails at home. Help?
Q. I just got 2 packs of fake nails for my b-day. I heard that you can get fungus and infections from these. Is it true? Because I wash my hands a lot during the day (sometimes with soap, but mostly with water,then towel-dried). How do I put these on correctly? And how many days should I leave them on? On one of the packs, there is glue AND stick-on tabs. Which should I use and what is better? The stick-on tabs are made from acrylic polymer, acrylic resin, BHT, and glass fibers. I heard something about acrylic and fake nails, but I forgot what it was. HELP!! Any answers will be helpful! by the way, i can't just throw them away. i just got 2 new packs. and i've never put on fake nails before. how do you apply the stick on tabs?
Asked by Luv 311! - Sun Sep 30 09:43:32 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. tabs are sooo confusing glue is easiest, can u get a friend to help u? becuase u will be able out one hnd on fine then u will have a difficult time putting the other hand on. and make sure they r the right size becuase of they r too big they will cut u and u mite get an infection, and dont leave them on for more than a week i dont like them too much becuause they weaken your nails when applying the glue dont apply it directly to the fake nail it will dry up put it on yr actual nail, hope i helped!
Answered by Ugly Betty is NOT Ugly - Sun Sep 30 10:29:46 2007
Q. I just got 2 packs of fake nails for my b-day. I heard that you can get fungus and infections from these. Is it true? Because I wash my hands a lot during the day (sometimes with soap, but mostly with water,then towel-dried). How do I put these on correctly? And how many days should I leave them on? On one of the packs, there is glue AND stick-on tabs. Which should I use and what is better? The stick-on tabs are made from acrylic polymer, acrylic resin, BHT, and glass fibers. I heard something about acrylic and fake nails, but I forgot what it was. HELP!! Any answers will be helpful! by the way, i can't just throw them away. i just got 2 new packs. and i've never put on fake nails before. how do you apply the stick on tabs?
Asked by Luv 311! - Sun Sep 30 09:43:32 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. tabs are sooo confusing glue is easiest, can u get a friend to help u? becuase u will be able out one hnd on fine then u will have a difficult time putting the other hand on. and make sure they r the right size becuase of they r too big they will cut u and u mite get an infection, and dont leave them on for more than a week i dont like them too much becuause they weaken your nails when applying the glue dont apply it directly to the fake nail it will dry up put it on yr actual nail, hope i helped!
Answered by Ugly Betty is NOT Ugly - Sun Sep 30 10:29:46 2007
How do you wash a 100% polyester faux fur blanket?
Q. The care tag says machine wash and dry. After I did that, it turned nubby and "sticky" like acrylic. I googled it and found out you cannot dry polyester faux fur because heat destroys the fibers. So I returned it to the store and got a new one. This one I've only been line-drying and the softness has lasted longer, but now it's turning nubby again. What should I do?!
Asked by Anji - Sun Jan 4 04:53:24 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There is actually not much you can do. It's a synthetic material made from a mix of plastics and petroleum combined in such a way and then extruded through a form with tiny holes. It cannot be treated really as fabrics are. I usually shake them outside and use them like rugs, but washing them breaks the chemical bonds down eventually, wash in cold water with no soap and hang to dry. You have to live with the nubs or use a wire brush to right them again, breaking the filaments.
Answered by Annie - Sun Jan 4 11:52:39 2009
Q. The care tag says machine wash and dry. After I did that, it turned nubby and "sticky" like acrylic. I googled it and found out you cannot dry polyester faux fur because heat destroys the fibers. So I returned it to the store and got a new one. This one I've only been line-drying and the softness has lasted longer, but now it's turning nubby again. What should I do?!
Asked by Anji - Sun Jan 4 04:53:24 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There is actually not much you can do. It's a synthetic material made from a mix of plastics and petroleum combined in such a way and then extruded through a form with tiny holes. It cannot be treated really as fabrics are. I usually shake them outside and use them like rugs, but washing them breaks the chemical bonds down eventually, wash in cold water with no soap and hang to dry. You have to live with the nubs or use a wire brush to right them again, breaking the filaments.
Answered by Annie - Sun Jan 4 11:52:39 2009
How i can paint on felt?
Q. I want to paint on felt fabric. I tried with oils and acrylics but I am having problem with the fibers. Please, if somebody can help me I will appreciate. thanks
Asked by robjr9 - Fri Jun 25 08:03:00 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. I want to paint on felt fabric. I tried with oils and acrylics but I am having problem with the fibers. Please, if somebody can help me I will appreciate. thanks
Asked by robjr9 - Fri Jun 25 08:03:00 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
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