I am making a dress for a wedding (maid of honor) and wanted to know if I can use a fabric not listed on the pattern. It says to use Shantung, brocade or taffeta.
2007-06-26 03:02:43 · 4 answers · asked by cheryl n 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Can anyone suggest other fabrics I could use?
2007-06-26 03:21:29 · update #1
You wouldn't be able to use something stretchy - it would affect the hang of the dress.
Other than that, yes you can use a different fabric.
2007-06-26 03:10:52 · answer #1 · answered by M H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can. You should use another woven fabric, however, or a stable (non-stretchy) knit. The fabrics listed all have a stiffness and sheen, so when choosing your alternate fabric, you have to consider the effect you want to achieve. Crystalline is sheer, shimmery and has a stiffness similar to taffeta but needs to be lined. Peau-de-soie would work well. A softer, more flowing fabric, like a light silk or batiste, would change the way the skirt especially flows and drapes.
2007-06-26 10:20:16 · answer #2 · answered by evoni1202 1 · 4⤊ 0⤋
If you understand fabric, you may be able to get away with it. Those are all fairly stiff fabrics with no stretch.
I don't understand your question - if you don't have another fabric in mind, why are you looking to switch? Those are all readily available.
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2007-06-26 10:08:18 · answer #3 · answered by Kacky 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes you can use other fabrics
might i suggest a silk
2007-06-26 13:31:07 · answer #4 · answered by luckyduck2006 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋