ann fabric
Related Questions & Answers
Results 1-10 from 144 articles
What Other Fabric Stores Are Around?
Asked by K.G. from Dallas
on July 11, 2008
-
Hi all!
I am trying to get back into sewing and I want to make some new throw pillows for my den. I found some fabric at Jo-Ann in Arlington but did not like the s...
Answers
- The store on Midway (north of 635) is called Cutting Corners. I think it is a little cheaper than Calico Corners.
- My absolute favorite is Cutting Corners on Hulen St. in Fort Worth. They are only open til 5pm. They have great fabrics and tons of great trim and rods.
- If you can drive into Dallas, there are two on Inwood Road, just south of 635: Calico Corners and Fabric Factory. Fabric Factory has a huge selection of fabrics, and C...
Fabric Paints and Pens That Won't Wash Away!
Asked by J.K. from Cleveland
on August 31, 2009
-
I am looking to find some quality paint and/or pens/markers for decorating t-shirts that won't wash away in the laundry. This is for a craft activity for kids ranging...
Answers
- Crayola makes fabric CRAYONS that work well - you color(hard) on a sheet of white paper (regular copy paper), then the adult irons it on. You just have to realize tha...
- how about puffy paint? it stays on your clothes and you can still use it as finger painting?
- At JoAnn's Fabrics, I found quilt kits that contained fabric crayons. Once you press the design made with these, they are permanent and cold washable (by hand). Ask ...
Crafty/sewing moms...zipper Question...
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on September 5, 2011
-
I have a very nice Ann Klein coat. However the zipper slide broke off it. I already contacted them, and sent them the coat, only to have it returned and told they no...
Answers
- There are people who sew at flea markets. I know that might sound unusual, however they appear to do a good job and might have some of the unusual thing you need. Chec...
- If you can't find a 25" zipper similar enough, why not replace all 3 zippers so they match?
- Is the zipper slide broken and are there teeth missing from the zipper? If not, it may be possible to repair. You might try it yourself or ask at a shoe repair shop ...
Question About Curtains
Asked by B.V. from Kansas City
on August 23, 2008
-
I just bought some curtains for my bedroom and they came with coordinating fabric tiebacks that have a fabric hook on each end. I don't know how I should attach them ...
Answers
- Hi there! In the hardware dept. there are these little metel rings with a screw on the end to screw into a wall...with the circle sticking out. You can then hook the...
- you can use I think they are called mug holders. ( like coffee mugs)they are little and can't be seen that easy. you can get them at walmart and don't cost very much
- My recommendation is just to buy a package of teacup holders (pkg of little hooks about $2 for 8-10)...they do the same thing and if your 2 1/2 gets a hold of them and...
"Cheap" Yarn
Asked by B.D. from Pittsburgh
on December 7, 2011
-
Any knitters/crocheters have a good source for 'cheap' yarn? I find Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabrics to be expensive even on sale so I thought I'd ask!
Answers
- Check out thrift stores. People often donate full skeins of yarn, they are packaged hopefull with all the like colors together.
- Do you have a Hobby Lobby near you. They have their own line of yarn and the basic no frills yarn is around $2 a skein. It's called " I love this yarn" Also the Red He...
- I get lucky some times and find it at goodwill. Also I "recycle" sweaters by taking them apart. I also buy from other knitters on ravelry.com pretty often. Yo...
Where Do You Shop for Clothing and Why Do My Pants Keep Falling Down???
Asked by M.E. from Philadelphia
on September 20, 2011
-
Ok, so I guess my question is 2-part. Please don't laugh at me--this is a serious question! I'm curious where most people shop for womens clothing. I am soon-to-be 33 ...
Answers
- I'm 48 and have the hardest time finding pants. I am 5'8" and built like a stick. The pants I can find that are small enough to fit me are all made for young girls w...
- I will be so happy when the low-rise fashion trend goes away for this very reason. My best jeans right now are Anne Taylor (not Loft, which is trendier and the low ri...
- you suffer from flat @ss syndrome?? all pants will also give you high butt crack syndrome?? nothing helps, just get a good belt and longer shirts :) get one day off...
Need Pink Fleece with A&M, Mavericks or Cowboys Print, Please!
Asked by J.T. from Dallas
on August 8, 2008
-
Hi Mamas!
I'm making a fleece blanket for an Aggie who is about to have a little girl. Her husband played for A&M and I thought it would be fun to make a pink flee...
Answers
- Good morning J., I have seen A&M fleece and T shirts at Wal-Mart in The Colony with the pink quilt ribbon that goes around all four corners. Wish you the best. I am...
- With an Aggie, you've gotta go with an A & M print. But definately near impossible to find. Best best go to a specialty fabric shop. Childress Fabrics in Frisco is goo...
- You might check with the A&M website (bookstore) to see if they have fabric with the print. I know that my alumni bookstore has various prints with the school logo.....
Clothes for Large Chest!
Asked by E.Z. from Los Angeles
on May 24, 2011
-
Ok, so I am trying to find something nice to wear to a wedding, but the problem I am running into is getting something that fits over my large chest.
I am a 42 DD, so...
Answers
- I agree with Suz, go get a hot skirt and then a blouse at Lane Bryant or something.
- First get fit for a really good bra. Can make a big difference in how clothes lay on your body. You may have to see a tailor/ seamstress, and buy a size up but h...
- I'm a "DD Sister" and about your clothing size. I would stay away from the empire waist, but do agree that a tailor is your best friend. A wrap dress is more f...
Sewing Classes in Frisco?
Asked by J.G. from Dallas
on February 16, 2010
-
I am pretty sad at sewing - but would really like to learn how to make some cute clothes for my little girl. I know how to cut a pattern, pin, etc. And I can hand sew ...
Answers
- I am an instructor at several rec centers Allen, McKinney, am signed up in Frisco but no one scheduled this semester Most of these classes are during the day like 4=6...
- Jo Ann Fabrics has classes. South Frisco Village 2930 Preston Rd Ste 800 Frisco, Texas 75034-9058 Map: http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=2930+Preston+Rd+Ste...
- Joanns has loads of classes for all skill levels. They are across Preston from the Mall in the same parking lot as Red Lobster and Bed Bath and Beyond.
Seeking Mom and Baby to Try Out Organic Quilt
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on July 14, 2008
-
I'm a mom of eight (7 stepkids and a daughter) and grandma to eight more, and am author of the book 90-Minute Quilts. (you can check this out at 90minutequilts.com) I ...
Answers
- Hello Meryl Ann, I don't know if I was too slow to respond, but I wold be willing to try your "green" quilt. I live in Diamond Bar but I work in Los Angeles. Email...
- Wow, I thought you would have hundreds of requests by now. hahaha It sounds great! My friend is due any day and is trying to do it as "green" as possible. So, if you a...
- I would love to give it a try. I have a 1 year old girl. --K.
