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from Threads April/May 2006 (#124)
The Secret Strength of Silk Organza
This delicate fabric adds weightless support to your garments without increasing bulk
by Marla Kazell

Author Marla Kazell has students running out to buy silk organza after attending her classes, where she shows how to use it to stabilize invisibly; give support; add body; create clean, flat edges; conceal inner construction; and reduce wrinkling in all garment sewing. Silk organza is a sheer, crisp fabric that is lightweight yet strong and stable, and it can withstand high temperatures and machine washing.

Photos: Sloan Howard

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