Learning About Fabrics 1: The Who, What, and How

Fashion design process video on choosing fabrics for your designs: • Fashion Design Tutoria...
First in the long-awaited, repeatedly requested fabrics series! This video is your foundation upon which to build your fabric knowledge. I cover:
*how fabric is made
*the building blocks of fabric
*a million fabric vocabulary terms
*tips on how to work with a fabric sales rep
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[@zoehongteaches]

Watch the entire Fabric playlist here: kzbin.info/aero/PLwQq1-SdsNvY548atNt3EvWZYCeY1iCQh

[@fortysomethingbadgirls2173]

Thank you for this. Starting over at 59 with fashion.

[@Miss.WhiteCoffee]

Where could I find Mil-Spec\Military Fabric?

[@zsuzsiszakal4630]

When you asked if I took notes I laughed so hard because I did, and my borther just asked me if I seriously took notes on a youtube video :"D I mean.. "it's class, right?"

[@zoehongteaches]

@@zsuzsiszakal4630 I teach this same stuff in university so of course it's class! :D

[@zsuzsiszakal4630]

Zoe Hong well, also I don’t have photographic memory, so if I wanna learn about this stuff I got to write it down and come back to it! 😂I really appreciate the video, I’m not a native English speaker but it was still very easy to understand ❤️

[@amycopeland7034]

As a fashion design professor, I found this to be an excelent 30 minute overview of fabrics to share with my students. Thank you, Zoe!

[@michaelvaughn3703]

Amy Copeland Hey Amy! What are some things I should consider when deciding to attend design school? Can I learn at home? What do I gain by attending?

[@crystalkirlia4553]

Its 31 minutes, actually... yes, I'm a pretentious little shit

[@moimoi988]

Michael Vaughn same

[@melossibagadis3609]

Hello,I was looking for online fashion design ourses,can you please inform me where I can find one.

[@georgelanna9620]

How are you doing today @Amy Copeland?

[@BeautiFuFu]

Lol who needs fashion school! Let’s just learn from Zoe and invest that tuition money to start something lol

[@Dazchannel94]

BeautiFuFu then give back a donation when we make it :)

[@3EBstudio]

way ahead on this concept

[@arteisiacalvin6286]

Exactlyyy

[@hippiechicksmomma8691]

She teaches so well she should have a school. And she passionate about it which puts her in fast forward she wants to teach it all. I love her channel n way of teaching.

[@itzelmontalvo6645]

Exactly!Do not waste money on fashion school, use that money to invest and maybe start your own boutique.

[@elishahuffer8296]

I have worn fabrics for 32 years, and i just learned more in 30 minutes than my whole life. Thanks.

[@trint3089]

Honestly... You inspire me so much. I've grown up pretty poor.. and I wanted to go to school for design.. I couldn't afford it. So I went on scholarship for biz. I opened a wedding planning company called A Modern Romance. Slowly I started making money to buy nicely made clothes... And I wasn't satisfied. Then I came across your Chanel and I am so happy to say I've started buying my own fabrics. I've bought a couple of your flats. Thank you honestly so much from the bottom of my heart for making it possible to learn all of this with out giving corporate America my money!

[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you for sharing your story! You're welcome and good luck with your business!

[@arteisiacalvin6286]

Thanks for sharing, this is motivating for me and God bless you sweetheart hope youre doing well these days

[@hippiechicksmomma8691]

You can't put a price on her teachings it's priceless she loves to teach n share. She's a GEM. Using need to look anywhere else I will learn it all here. I'm poor I lost everything 9/11 .and can't even afford to give my grandkids a gift. With my STIMULUS CHECK I bought a sewing machine I wanted to help make face coverings for doctors nurses they said they were in such need. Now since that's over I got this sewing machine n want to learn. I can make my brands a gift now. I'm so excited I want to be the best at sewing. Good luck on your cloths making

[@redshows6964]

Can i talk?

[@Fosteramity]

“There are a lot of different ways to dye” I had zoned out for a second but that grabbed my attention

[@georgelanna9620]

Hi@Fosteramity?

[@TheApexProjects]

Zoe definitely deserves all the recognition in the Fashion World of KZbin. Live and Die by her Videos they teach soooo much

[@zoehongteaches]

Wow, thank you! But you know, don't die. Just live. And practice. :D

[@justinecontento6110]

I Agree.... she explains perfectly..... Thank you so much Zoe

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome, Justine!

[@jenniesseaaliyah9379]

you must be such a great teacher in person all your students should value your time and knowledge! I cannot afford to go to fashion school but I am learning so much off of these videos!

[@amihan3290]

to those who were also taking notes: Tweed Yarns -multiple colors added during the spinning process Slub Yarns -spun with sections intended to be thicker than others Specialty Yarn -twisted threads for knitting or crocheting >wool >eyelash yarn -furry >chenille yarn -towel textured >heather yarn -very dull yet multicolored yarn >variegated yarn -fades from one color to another (i did research for the rest, hope it helps)

[@ekanedaniella7]

Thank you

[@brinta19]

Very sweet and Generous of You. Thankyou.

[@Issa45555]

Thank you. I’m in fashion rn for my art elective and I have to watch this entire thing I don’t want too 😭

[@mwingethdz]

I am an estate planning lawyer. But I have always been interested in design, architecture, and textiles. I learned to sew a long time ago but have been away from it for a while. Your video is fascinating and inspiring. I really enjoyed it and plan to watch all of them. The reason I am commenting is that I understand that it's helpful to your channel, and not to draw attention to myself or away from the people here who are serious, talented students. Please accept my gratitude for putting this out into the world. Thank you.

[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you! Yes, comments do help my channel so I appreciate your comment very much!

[@hebakhan6581]

Hope I can afford your services one day 🙂

[@mwingethdz]

@@hebakhan6581 If you don’t have an estate plan, and you don’t think you can afford one, there are a lot of free services available online which can give you the information you need to start building your own until you can afford to hire an attorney. If you live in Virginia, my office will set up a free consultation with you via videoconference and you can find out what you need. If you are careful enough to follow a pattern and make a garment, you can write your own will and fill out your own medical power of attorney. It’s not as hard as it looks.

[@DulceBarrera]

I studied fashion and I pay more attention to you than to all my teachers combined

[@zoehongteaches]

Thanks!

[@DulceBarrera]

Lol sad to admit that but it's called knowledge and experience. How are you doing with your eyes?

[@zoehongteaches]

Much better, thanks! Did you catch the cheap marker review I posted this morning?

[@DulceBarrera]

Zoe Hong I'm going to in a bit because I'm looking in to buying some tombow markers to learn water color a markers in better detail.

[@DulceBarrera]

Eye problems are painful and no joke

[@ayushagrawal104]

We are a large scale textile Manufacturer from India, and believe me when I tell you this - this lady is Bang on with the knowledge she shared. She hooked me up the moment she said "silk is not a fabric", I am often teaching the same things to my American customers. From next time I'll simply just forward the link to this video.

[@orionshomeproductions]

Why are there so many haters here this is FREE knowledge given on her own time from her own experience, show some dang respect

[@melossibagadis3609]

IKR!!

[@lynetterene]

Note to self: watch video again and take notes this time🤦‍♀️

[@shelbygray2214]

Same

[@nicolaowusu1493]

Agreed

[@goodspem]

new fan girl right here. Came for the information, stayed for the attitude and delivery. 💯

[@zoehongteaches]

Welcome to the channel~

[@dm4859]

Four years later I'm watching this, but you are a delight to watch and very informative. I bet a lot of people have gained much from you.

[@gracejoseph2820]

7 years later here

[@zoehongteaches]

Other common forms of nonwovens: the sheer plastic used for super cheap raincoats, clear vinyl that was a huge trend recently, the plastics used for shower curtains.

[@georgelanna9620]

Hi@Zoe Hong?

[@user-sp3gf3gw4w]

i've never all my life been into fashion that much and honestly idk anything about it but when my friends and i are at the mall i feel such an ignoramus, so i wanted to learn more about fashion and youre such a great teacher i actually love and appreciate the way you teach!! thank youuu

[@Sanosarah]

This is the hardcore nerdery that I come to youtube for.

[@ivanadzidic4012]

I really love how excited you are to talk about sustainability in fashion and fabrics! You're right, fabrics are a very exciting field because technology will completely revolutionize them and the way we think about them. Technology has already enabled us to approach them in a completely other way...but the future is going to make everything even more fun.

[@zoehongteaches]

Exactly exactly exactly!

[@porcelainepitaph5769]

Dear Zoe, I'm a fairly young person who has found an interest in fashion, but your videos have turned that into a great love. Watching your content has not only taught and inspired me so much, but the realistic views and honesty concerning possible obstacles helped me realize the importance of hard work and in my case, an education. I feel very lucky to have come across you at this point, and wanted you to know how influential this channel is. One day, when I build up my career, I'm going to give you some credit without a doubt for everything you've shared. Sincerely, a grateful viewer.

[@vaishnavi.v5217]

I can not believe this is free. Thank you so much!!!!

[@Domo713]

When you actually take pages worth of notes, lol. I would love to be a fashion designer and it's what I'd like to go to college for but sadly I extremely lack the knowledge that comes with working in that field but this video helped so much. I am so excited to watch more and increase my knowledge on the subject.

[@milip9021]

hi! I noticed this comment was from 3 years ago. I was wondering if you went through with studying to be a fashion designer ? I’m in the same spot as you were 3 years ago and wondering if it’s possible?

[@Domo713]

@@milip9021 Hey! So actually I didn’t go through with it because although I do love fashion I just wasn’t passionate enough to dedicate myself to it… I ended up working to become an esthetician / permanent makeup artist because makeup is my real drive 🙂🤍 Sorry this wasn’t the expected response but it’s still totally possible! You just have to love it enough. I didn’t know many things about makeup and I continue to learn daily!

[@Ashley-ro4xz]

I’m so happy I get to have the opportunity to learn from someone who is so passionate about this

[@_Alimm]

Zoe, you're videos have been the holy grail! I'm self-teaching myself design and have introduction textbooks but there's nothing like having someone verbally and visually explain in a way you can understand. Thankyou!

[@parisakhazaali8147]

I have "Textile culture" exam on monday (but in italian) on monday. During the course I did not uderstand anything, but this video helped me a lot. thanks a million Zoe.

[@yukonswimmom]

Zoe, I think your channel is the most informative thing I have ever seen on KZbin. You are so knowledgeable and generous to share this knowledge. Just what I have been looking for! Thank you!

[@A1WAYZ]

I’ve been doin research because I actually want to start my own clothing line and wow, thank you so much. For making it clear for me to see what I want and what to look for. Thank you again, keep up the good vids and keep paving the way. Appreciate the knowledge you gave in this video.AGAIN!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@MA-mk9rl]

Zoe I really hope you realize what you’re doing here... you are amazing for making this kind t education more accessible. Love from NYC ❤️

[@elitaahiakwo]

Honestly Miss Zoe, you are incredible. As a Nigerian girl who has always wanted to be a fashion designer, I've loved fashion ever since I was 13. I'm 22 now, just got my degree in Marketing. I'm planning on launching my on brand/company in 2023 and your channel has helped a lot. Thank you so much, for someone that has always wanted to go to fashion school but never had the money or given the opportunity, this is a blessing for me. So yeah God bless you❤❤

[@theatergeek7592]

I love your enthusiasm! It's so evident that you love what you're talking about/teaching and it makes learning so much more fun. :)

[@taanparisse4609]

I'm so glad I found this video! Decided to start my own line during this lockdown and this video is my saviour. I will be watching the rest and binging the rest. My notebook will be filled to the brim! Thanks Zoey! (4 years later :P) x

[@vershaverma1035]

I am very thankful to you. You provided me a way to learn about fashion designing without joining any school. As I couldn't afford fees of schools I was searching for a teacher who can teach me some basics. You are an angel to me. Words aren't enough to praise you...once again thank you so much..

[@starlight.genesis]

I love seeing you so excited! It makes me excited about starting to learn how to sew. I can't wait to be at your level! 👐

[@BlackCutie2587]

I truly wished that I had discovered you and your channel before I went to design school. I would have been way more prepared, I felt that I got overwhelmed way to easily and didn't learn as much as I could have. I love your explanations and knowledge. I learned more from you then what I paid to learn in school.

[@haikabasheer6058]

I'm a BSc Textiles student with absolutely no idea about fabrics. I'm so grateful Zoe. Thank you soooo much. ❤️☺️

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Haika Basheer Wow ! Well done dear but yr lecturer s should watch ZOE !!

[@haikabasheer6058]

Aurora26 True that. 😂

[@bubbleballgirl]

Same!! This is going to help me with my upcoming fabric quiz worth 20% of my grade! I know nothing 🤯

[@phalhappy8612]

Thank you for your effort. I love this content although it's longer than I would like. I am a generalist CG artist and I'm dedicating to learn every aspect needed in real world material creation, to reproduce the realistic look in CGi. Thanks once again.

[@lindaharrison780]

I am 72 and still learning. Thank you for great information.

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@sandro_zg]

I randomly ended up on one of your portfolio commenting video and after watching that one I decided to watch this video. As someone who doesnt work nor has specific interest in fabrics, fashion and etc careers wise, I find this video very amuzing and informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and what you are doing for the community that this is intended for.

[@thumbprint7150]

Thank you. Now I want to learn the particular names of fabrics - Jacquard, Swiss Muslin, brocade etc.

[@zoehongteaches]

Keep watching the Fabrics playlist.

[@thewardrobefiles3866]

Zoe, this video IS IT!!! So so good. Thank you so much for creating such a considered and comprehensive starting point for so many of us searching for information in what feels like an endless rabbit hole! I cannot tell you how appreciative I am! xx

[@DiamondEyes141]

Thank you so much . Truly, you’re literally teaching me how to build my career, I truly appreciate that. & yes I took notes

[@zoehongteaches]

Good morning and welcome to class! REMINDER: there will be NO NEW VIDEOS on Christmas Day (Sunday) and New Years Day (Sunday). There WILL BE NEW videos on the Wednesdays and Fridays in between.

[@zoehongteaches]

FYI, I'm running class wearing a full length faux fur coat because it is FREEZING in my loft.

[@zoehongteaches]

That's a wrap for today. Leave me all the comments and questions and I'll hit you back as soon as I can! Hope y'all learned a bunch!

[@meenaximeenu5378]

Hi Zoe..... I don't understand what you meant by low weight and top weight.....

[@micahruthie]

I’m only 5 minutes into the video, this is the first video of yours I’ve seen, and I’m in love! This is exactly the type of video I’ve been needing. I want to know it all and your excitement on the subject is awesome! Keep being you sissy thank you!!

[@barbarathulin8263]

I really enjoyed this video you did! Thank you Zoe! ☺️! I used to design in NYC And I miss working with all the different fabric people! Listening to you in this video brought me back to the city! Lots of great memories! I loved flying to the mills in North Carolina and doing the print approvals. I especially loved buying from the jobbers when I started my first clothing business! You’re right about those bargains! Nothing like getting a giant pile of gorgeous fabrics for a song!!!! There is definitely a special language and when you understand this and know this language and understand Fabric your picker gets better and better! I have a little book that I made when I was going for my degree for fashion at Parsons school of design that I referred to from time to time. Sometimes I forget when I’m shopping online. There’s so many types of fabric! Just knowing the difference between a filament and a staple can make a huge difference when buying anything like sheets for your home! Nothing worse than fuzzy sheets after a few washes and seeing all those nasty staples! And nothing better than a long filament beautifully high twisted fiber sound of a pop Fabric! 👂🍾. Being out here in the middle of nowhere in Arizona doing my decadent digs has definitely been challenging in the fabric department. Nothing worse than creating a line and not being able to get the fabric again or having to wait three or four months and missing your ship date because it got tied up at the mill. I have a whole giant shop full of fabric from leftover jobs. When you get a put up and there is residual fabric it’s hard to let it go. Sometimes I just use it as muslin. I’ve also figured out I can transform it with sewing on ribbon on top of it or do an artistic application. instagram.com/explore/tags/decadentdigs/top/?hl=en maybe you’ll be inspired by my work? I thousand blessings thank you again Zoe!💥

[@bm4114]

I love your little “ok?” You say. Reminds me of a beloved teacher I had.

[@mysongsandvideos]

Wow,before I started to get into design I always thought it was super easy and not much work. There is so much to know about and it is so much work. Thank you so much for explainning this! Its very interesting and helpful!

[@jokerfrown]

Oh dang, this was informative and organized. Thank you!

[@levelupwithmarine9769]

I started sewing like 1 month ago, thanks to you, i have been able to buy AMAZING fabrics and my dresses are so gorgeous, even thou i haven't been sewing for a long time, thank you!

[@arianablankenship7712]

Girl, you’re an amazing teacher. Never thought I’d learn so much from a single video. Definitely subscribing!

[@larralapid8389]

So glad I came across your channel. This is exactly the kind of depth and content I’ve been looking for to learn what I want about fashion design 🙂

[@instructorconnor5816]

I've been wanting to start making my own clothes for a while (specifically jackets), and just came across this video: Liked, subscribed, and put on notifications, this is just what I was looking for and more, thanks Zoe!

[@yilingzhao1010]

i absolutely LOVE your enthusiasm while teaching!

[@Daniel-xp1jy]

This is my favorite channel on KZbin right now., taking all the notes I can. Lessons are very clear!!

[@zyleeka]

Thank you so much for your thorough videos! ❤️

[@Jade-vy8sk]

I really like ur character and ur shearing and I'm really looking forward to ur next video about textile,dyeing process and the chain. ☺️

[@kruizeeMF]

Appreciate you taking the time breaking everything down for us

[@AnnaAlexMi]

Zoe, thank you a lot! Don’t have words to describe how I’m happy and grateful to you for your vlog 💛💚💜

[@jeannetubeful]

Zoe, you're such an amazing person, thank you for all this valuable information shared with us. I was looking for thus in many different places and I'm so lucky having found your channel. Watch it all the time and always eager to get the newest videos. Thank you for the great content and the way you make it! Adore you! 🌸🌸🌸

[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you so much! And you're welcome!

[@isiltar]

This channel is so interesting and I don't even sew, though I might start to now

[@cassim.9921]

I just used the back of a fabric for a skirt for someone (I do design and sewing from home, not going to school for it since I like historical clothing recreation) and it was absolutely amazing sometimes the back is perfect! But I wanted to say thank you so much for these videos!!! I've been learning more about fiber content and so much from your videos! Seriously thank you so much for putting all these amazing videos tother.

[@skirtedfancy]

You are AMAZING! Thank you so much for making these videos, I’ve been binge watching all weekend! I feel like a whole new designer 🙌🏼

[@helenap518]

You make everything so clear and simple,this is one of my favorite video series and I can't wait for the next one!😊 Thank you!

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@yashgangwani7636]

Zoe hong. Thanks a lot for this video .the way you presented this video,thing are clear and this is the best video in this catagorie. [e-mail]

[@kaylapark7743]

oh my god!! I love you already. thumbs up 1000 times. this is my first video I've just finished watching. and I will be in your class every time. I really appreciated what you've done. and so easy to understand for the none design educated people. see you~

[@zoehongteaches]

[@QuilterNancy]

I’m back at garment construction after a 31 year hiatus making quilts and have recently subscribed to THREADS Magazine where in their Spring 2023 edition I met you on page 78! I have the attention span of a hungry five year old, but this 30+ minute vid on FABRIC was the most interesting thing I’ve watched all year. Thank you so much for the reminders of things I once knew and the information on all the things I didn’t know! Hopefully, the rest of you videos, and I’m going to watch them all, will be as fabulous as this first one (for me) was! Nice to meet you.

[@alisonwilliams5355]

Thank you Zoe for your clarification, particularly in the terminology & whole fabric process, excellent video.

[@MegamiTenchi]

Thank you for this! I've begun working in trade for a retail group and finding great resources for this information has been difficult to find.

[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome!

[@hilariocarneiro3623]

Damn right I took notes. Really appreciate these videos by the way ;)

[@zoehongteaches]

Hahahahaha~ Thank you!

[@RJ-ok1gh]

She's Awesome! Her teaching style is unparalleled...

[@SarahMcMizzles]

This is an incredible run-down about fabric. Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into educating students like me. It is greatly appreciated!

[@zoehongteaches]

KNIT FABRICS 101 VIDEO: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqulZKl_ftuKj80 Includes lots of closeups of swatches!

[@avneetkr73]

hello ma'am, i love your series.I am a fashion design student and i wish to learn about fabrics and create a fabric directory of my own.(for info. i know very less about types of fabrics).so, how should i make a directory of my own and which is the best book for me to learn about fabrics? -Love from India.

[@sirmeriatodd5120]

Zoe Hong Hello I really hope that you answer fan questions, because my name is Sirmeria Todd and I have permission from my mother to ask this, so I am thirteen and I am wondering about how to start learning information about drawing fashion and other things and if you could tell me what to do that would really mean a lot.

[@qtisujin3so134]

Supper fan Zoe~~!!!!! 😄😄😄😄😄😄😄yes very much yayyyyyyyeee!!!!!!! Me memememememelol😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Skoben2000]

WHOA! I just learned a TON of Sh...tuff from this video!

[@heyjessee]

my mom studied fashion so i grew up being very amazed by this kinda stuff, i just wanted to say that you content makes me really happy. being able to learn things i was curious about as a kid is just amazing.

[@emelynemendoza4814]

💕💕💕 love it how well she explains everything... I'm a newbie here and I clearly understood what she was teaching.... Thank you!

[@isabellabautista8610]

" You know theres a list, I cant remember the list; No one can remember the list!" LOL Amazing work. NEW SUBBIE!!! Good teaching skills, excellent personality, I can tell you're real and genuine, humble and caring; You explain things simple and fast and Its so easy to understand you and learn from you . I cant thank you enough for every effort of every action you have made to make possible to teach us and teach in general. Thank you. I send love and positive energy to you and I know your efforst are gonna be worth it because I know you're gonna have so many subscribers and likes and a lot of success!!! Thank you! xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel!

[@auricia201]

0:23 The problem is when you don't live in an english speaking country but only learn things in english... I only get to know the terms in English, and conversations with sales reps end up being really confusing and awkward 😅😆

[@joc0553]

Oh my, thank you so much!! I have never been able to remember the difference between warp and weft. your memory jogger is brilliant! again, thank you so much!! Love your videos! I am a retired nurse who loves to sew, but your professional videos are so educational. you have put lots of work into each one!

[@sarahpark1348]

thank you so much for this zoe!! i'm a highschool student taking on textiles & design and this is so helpful!! the way you explain everything is so engaging i love it!! and love your glasses on you!

[@salsatapatio]

P.s. your eyebrows are rad 🤩

[@fahad7068]

Hi Zoe! I did get some of the textile books you recommended previously, however, there is nothing like when YOU break down this information in the way you do! I have a couple of question: 1) What developments in textile/fabric making industry are you most excited to see? Any developments to watch out for? 2) When working with sample makers, are you typically contractually obligated to put in a bulk order after sample approval? In other words, do sample makers always expect that you manufacture with them? Is there a limit to how many times you can go to a sample maker without ordering in bulk or are they happy to take your business? Typically... Happy Holidays! :)

[@zoehongteaches]

1. Have you seen the documentary The Next Black? The whole thing is on youtube. Go look for it. It's amazing. Other than all the cool stuff in that video, Adidas did this thing where they scooped up plastic floating in the ocean and recycled the plastic into new shoes. Incredible. Scientists are trying reproduce the way spiders spin their silk because it's so lightweight yet strong. 2. Depends on the facility and the contract. Some people only do samples. Some production facilities only do bulk--you have to bring them a sew-by sample, they provide you with a TOP but they don't do development. Make sure your contract says you're not beholden to run production with them. It happens sometimes that pieces from a line get dropped or stuff doesn't sell. Most don't care as long as you pay your bills on time. Of course, they will try to get your business in all other aspects too. Happy holidays!

[@fahad7068]

1) Wow that sounds fascinating! I'm really interested in sustainability and fair trade and here's hoping one day these developments will become the norm...2) I am sure the market is big enough to accommodate for all types of businesses, just gotta find the right suppliers... 3) How about feathers? Do you typically buy feathers separately and have them sewn in? Or do they come ready in rolls or pieces? What do you prefer?

[@zoehongteaches]

3) I've never worked with feathers by themselves before. I only ever worked with fabric that had feathers that were already part of the fabric. Individually sewing in feathers would be very expensive.

[@fahad7068]

Zoe Hong I can't imagine how expensive that would be now thinking about it! Hahahahaha it would be fabulous though...thanks for you time Zoe, I am learning a ton! :) All the best

[@zoehongteaches]

Oh yeah, feathers have to be fabulous to make up for what a PITA they are to work with! hahahahah~ You're welcome!

[@oliviabarbato-dunn6100]

I love that this was all you need to know in one video! super interesting and helpful, thanks.

[@orionshomeproductions]

I literally just learned how to use a sewing machine so I'm not quite tackling fashion design yet but you have taught and inspired me more than anyone else in my entire life

[@namlunb2140]

Omg I got 2 full pages of what I wrote down 😂

[@zoehongteaches]

good!

[@just__christian8305]

Can you share me your notes just don't tell the teacher

[@drownedinnostalgia3433]

Chris Sirhc hahaha XD

[@ingyamer9381]

@@just__christian8305 same here! I need them

[@CloverSerena]

I am not even into fashion or fabrics. Just by listening to you make me look at my wardrobe to look for small tags on my clothes that declare their fibre content, and identify clothes that don't declare. Very educational!

[@rachelkarcher2565]

I took notes the first time I watched. 2 years later after learning fiber arts, it makes so much more sense to me.

[@monalenker]

That open drawer °^° but thank you for that great video!!!

[@zoehongteaches]

OMG YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH THAT ANNOYED ME WHILE EDITING. hahahaha~

[@monalenker]

Zoe Hong 😂

[@rosecouturelamp]

hahahaha ocd

[@leehaskett2509]

Zoe is so fun

[@zoehongteaches]

:D

[@tarheel8494]

Thank you. exactly what I was seeking out. Architect here who just got my first sewing machine, and very happy to find your lessons. You teach w a design school approach that I'm used to, and seeking out. (materials, construction, methods). I took some weaving in architecture school (20 yrs ago), and am now excited to explore the structures of clothing.

[@zoehongteaches]

Good luck with your explorations!

[@user-yd3jd2em8e]

Fabulous. I’m a novice sewist. This video was EXCELLENT! I bought some deadstock recently and didn’t know the lingo to the salesperson. Now I feel that I can confidently express what I want. This video really helps me to understand the fabric recommendation listed on patterns too. Thankyou! Will definitely watch your other videos about fabrics ❤❤❤

[@ioanatoacsen1503]

...I actually ate flowers as a kid Still alive, can confirm x'D

[@gwenmartinsen3979]

I think she meant flour.

[@blackjackool]

Well fruits are former flowers lol

[@daniellealeman1050]

OMG - I love you. Learned so much from you. You are thorough, detailed, and to the point.

[@nehadua2326]

I am so happy this channel exists. I was heartbroken after I couldn't attend Fashion School even after getting admission because of health issues. Thank you for uploading ❤️

[@sarasachiko]

Thanks for making such an excellent and informative video! You explained everything so well and I learned a lot. I look forward to absorbing all the information on your channel!

[@justmoney2]

Thanks to you, I’m actually learning a ton of necessary info about my favorite self taught hobby, Sewing. We appreciate you.

[@lesliestewart3594]

So happy that i came across your channel! I have just started as a Raw Materials planner where i work and know nothing about this side of the Supply Chain. Unfortunately the training has been minimal where i was told to "figure it out" but this 30 min video taught me more than the month i've been here. I will be checking out more of your videos VERY soon! Thanks Zoe!!

[@lakeside321]

Wow you are phenomenal! You are a gift to the industry and I am so fortunate to have found your channel. I went to fashion school and now it all makes sense. The light bulb in my head has finally turned on.

[@mukulbaweja3318]

This here is GOLD.✨ So glad I found such an amazing teacher!

[@Redfirefliez]

Amazing, amazing, amazing! I've watched many videos as I am a beginner with textiles, and none are as comprehensive as this! Can't wait to watch more!

[@iphoneng3172]

Thank you so much for this video! Please never stop posting!

[@-liza]

Love your passion and excitement. Thanks for sharing!

[@brendaeves3236]

Amazingly interesting for a new enthusiast sewer. Thank’ you so much! Clear, concise and so easy for me to understand.