A Tour of the OFS Bridal Store
If you want to make your own wedding gown or are looking for material to have that fabulous gown made by someone else, look no further than Online Fabric Store’s Bridal Store. OFS carries thousands of dreamy luxurious fabrics in…
Fall Wedding Dress Trends
Many wedding dress styles will be popular this fall. As always the A-line style continues to be extremely popular for excellent reasons. Slimmer more body hugging styles are also in vogue. Greek style gowns with elegant high waists and sheath-like…
Glorious Summer Bridal Wear
Sequin fabric can be effectively combined with sheers for wonderful bridal wear. Summer is a wonderful season for brides. Light, airy fabrics are perfect for warm weather wedding dresses. Sheer fabrics such as chiffon, organza, and georgette can be used…
Prom Dress Fabrics
An elegant tulle skirt makes this prom dress special. Today’s sewers have an enormous variety of materials to choose from when it comes to making prom dresses. So, how do you know which to choose? First, don’t get your heart…
Home Decor: Chinoiserie
Chinoiserie: according to Wikipedia it is “…a design and artistic style reflecting Chinese influences through the use of elaborate decorations and intricate patterns.” The art of chinoiserie (pronounced shin woz urie) has been around for thousands of years but, like…
ABC’s of Decorating: F is for faux
Webster’s dictionary defines faux as an “imitation” and comes from the french word for false. We often hear it applied to animal fur as in a faux fur jacket. But this word is also used in interior decorating. Faux painting…
Fabric: Let the sun shine in with sheer fabrics
Nothing says summer like soft sheer draperies billowing in the wind; it just makes you feel cooler. Sheers, as they are referred to, are most often used as a second layer to draperies. They soften the light, provide a small…
Luxury Fabrics: Cashmere, Velvet and Silk
There are times when you just want to enjoy a little bit of luxury. That may mean drinking an expensive wine, eating imported chocolates, or using a luxurious fabric in your home. There are several types of fabrics that fall into…
Fabric Glossary to Help you with your Upholstery Project
Along with color and pattern it is equally important to choose fabric with the proper weight, weave and durability for your home decor project. This list offers a brief description of some popular fabrics that will help you make an…