New Textile / Fabric
This fabric was a spur of the moment
buy. My boss introduced me to a new tailor and I wanted to test her out. I was
in the town and didn’t see the need to return home for the fabric I had there
so I decided to buy new fabric. I found it in a boutique in town, one where the
fabric is known for its price. You can buy six yards 3pigne for 5000 CFCA
translated that’s roughly $10.00 us dollars! The down side of inexpensive
fabrics, it’s not printed on both sides, and the fabric shrinks after being
washed. Normally to work with this fabric you need to wash it before hand and
have the tailor add seams you can cut open for more space.
I had this tissu made into a
beautiful traditional African set (skirt & matching top) I usually have 2 yds.
remaining when using 3 pigne. Most of the women use the remaining tissue to
make a scarf or a head peace. I do not
care for the head piece, it’s a bit much for me but to each its own. What I
will do is use the left over fabric to have a top made or rather tunic. Look
for the entire ensemble in a later post, hopefully sooner than later. Please
leave your comments and questions below.
Later Chica's
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