Ankara Fabrics : EVERYTHING you need to know about African Wax Fabrics
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 มิ.ย. 2020
- Ankara Fabrics : EVERYTHING you need to know about African Wax Fabrics
As promised in the video, here's a working list of Ankara Fabrics shops docs.google.com/document/d/14...
In this video, I answer the questions that were asked to me on Instagram about Ankara Fabrics during Ankara Appreciation week hosted by Lena King and I. The interest in African Wax fabrics was very encouraging but the questions required a general video answering those Ankara Fabrics questions-so here we go....
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an interesting article by the BBC - www.bbc.co.uk/news/extra/4fq4...
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Hi, my mother taught me to use salt and vinegar to rince the fabric in order to maintain the brightness of Ankara fabric and it works.
For cotton-checking, you can easily tell by looking and the colors of the print. The synthetic ones look different on the front and the back; the real cotton you really can't tell the "front" from the back, the color is uniform on each side.
26 years ago, my husband got me my first Ankara fabric. Bc it were 6 yards, I made a dress and some pillow cases. The fabric is so sturdy, I wear it a lot and it still looks fabulous.
It's impossible to not smile when I see garments made out of Ankara fabrics. The colors and designs are so cheerful! Thank you for this video.
Thanks for the explanation and history of the Dutch fabrics. As a Dutch woman I knew the fabrics and their beauty, but not the connection with Indonesia. Lots of woman from the Suriname wear these fabrics
Thank you for all the information. I came across Ankara fabric very recently while looking for suitable tissue for making masks. I didn't order the Ankara coton as I wasn't sure if I could manage to make something worthy of the lovely colours and designs. I do think it's a shame that we're all so afraid of offending each other that we bring race into what should be a celebration of creativity in all cultures. I am of Scottish and Irish descent and so I am aware of controversy surrounding the wearing of garments of a particular origin. Traditionally the kilt is only supposed to be worn by Scottish people, and even then one is only supposed to wear the colours of your clan or the clan you're affiliated to. Personally I see it as a compliment that 'non- Scots ' would want to wear one of our traditional garments. The way we have got over the 'rules', to a certain extent, is by allowing new tartans to be created and officially registered. Of course there are always the traditionalists who insist that nothing should change. What a shame! Think of all the lovely tartans reflecting the diverse origins of the people of Scotland today. What does it matter if a white woman wants to wear dreads or a black woman wants to straighten her hair. If it's just for a change and to have some fashion fun, I say do it. Don't listen to all the killjoys. What's important is your motivation for wearing something from another culture. Is it because you find it pretty or do you want to hurt people by making fun of their origins, or worse are ashamed of the way you look? Let's do what we can to rid the world of racism but concentrate on what is important: respect, kindness, equality of opportunity, learning about our own and others' history to better understand each other, etc. Just an idea, we could have a 'swap clothes' day to celebrate all the wonderful creativity. Happy sewing to al.
i always wonder why Ankara fabric looks similar with Indonesian Batik fabric, now i'm understand
Good morning you beautiful girl. I can say that because I’m 74 years old, LOL. I want to thank you so much for your video as a neighbor who has spent time in Nigeria has gifted me with yards and yards of gorgeous fabric. I had many of the same questions about it that you answered on your video. I am in love with this fabric and so appreciate your teaching style. I’m Looking forward to watching more videos.
When I lived in London I went to a few stores that sold this type of fabric. I remember feeling super self-conscious, and wondering if I was offending anyone just by my presence. The ladies in the stores were super nice to me and I came out with a couple of lovely patterns! I didn’t have the courage to make anything with them but you’ve definitely helped build my confidence. Thank you!
I saw the hashtag and I had a lot of questions myself. You answered all of them well. Thank you.
Juliet my mother had a wonderful way of telling if it is cotton, wool, silk or a mix. Take thread and hold it to a naked flame. If it has synthetic in it it will melt rather than crumble. Wool and silk have a particular smell when burnt. Works every time and you only need a couple of pulled threads. Just sayin.
Thank you for providing us with a video full of so much educational information. These fabrics are so cheerful.
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When i saw in a video some African ladies (in Africa) wearing dresses made of this fabric, i thought the colors and patterns were SO loud. But they were mesmerizing - both the dresses and the ladies wearing them.
I just love this video! My love for Ankara fabrics goes back to my childhood. THE COLORS, THE COLORS, THE COLORS, lol. Thanks for explaining the little things we need to know so elegantly!
I was introduced to Vlisco fabrics years ago and as a interior designer, I made gorgeous bags, lined with washable suede. The large scale is difficult for sure. Thanks for sharing. I design art quilts now.
Thank you for answering the questions I had and for such a cheerful and welcoming video!
What a wonderful video. I've had most of these questions and you've answered them! Thank you so much!
Super awesome, she needs a show on cable or netflix - can listen to her talk all-day! Great personality!
Thank you sooo much. I am a beginner in the sewing world and you have explained the fabrics in a way that has helped me a lot! I will definitely subscribe to you channel💗💗💗