Deadstock
Reducing Waste from the Textile + Fashion Industry
In the fashion industry, deadstock refers to fabrics that are either surplus or left over from production, including high-quality designer textiles. By sourcing deadstock fabrics, we are giving them a new lease on life and keeping them out of landfills.
Boiled Wool Bouclé Knit Deadstock - Caramel
Sumptuously textured, this medium-heavy weight wool knit deadstock is an absolute treat! We're calling this a boiled bouclé because of its dense texture - it feels slightly felted, and the cut edges won't unravel which is perfect when you want a clean yet unfinished cut edge. On a knit backing, it has a gentle amount of stretch, which will give you a dose of stretch and comfort for close-fitting tailored jackets and coats. With a soft yet structured drape, we suggest this for all soft tailoring projects, from jackets to skirts and dresses. Fully opaque, it does not require a lining (but you may want to add one for comfort.)
Always pretreat fabric before sewing to remove chemical sizing from the manufacturing process. Pre-washing also gives you a better sense of the true drape and handfeel of a fabric. We recommend washing and drying fabric in the same way you intend to wash your finished garment. Be sure to separate brights and colours, as some dyes and prints may run the first few times you wash them.
Wool should never be washed in a machine; the agitation will felt the fibers. Some lightweight wools can be gently hand washed using cool water and gentle detergent like Woolite. To dry, wrap in dry towels and compress to soak up excess moisture before hanging to dry. It’s best to hang over a rack rather than on a line since the weight of wet wool will stretch and distort. Heavier wools like coating should not be washed, but it is very important to remove as much shrinkage as possible before sewing. While it can be taken to the drycleaner for professional steam-shrinking, here’s an easy home hack for less delicate wool. Fill your dryer with damp towels and tumble dry on medium for 20-30 minutes. The steam from the towels will shrink and condition the wool. Use a warm iron with lots of steam when pressing; a press cloth will help prevent "shine" left from a too hot iron.
From our studio in beautiful Montreal, Canada, we are delighted to ship to makers worldwide. For US & Canadian customers, shipping is free on orders over $150. We are committed to investing in sustainability initiatives to counteract the environmental impact of shipping. We offset our carbon footprint by contributing funds to forest conservation projects for every package shipped.
You will be emailed when your order is ready for shipping; a tracking number will be provided when applicable. After you've been notified, average shipping times for the US + Canada is 3-7 business days. International shipments may take anywhere from 12-40 days depending on your location. International customers may be charged VAT depending on their location. Customs and duties on international shipments are the responsibility of the customer.
We leave a 36 hour buffer to allow for cancelled orders. Once your order is cut, it is final. For more questions on shipping and returns, consult our Shipping & Returns FAQ.
Deadstock
Reducing Waste from the Textile + Fashion Industry
In the fashion industry, deadstock refers to fabrics that are either surplus or left over from production, including high-quality designer textiles. By sourcing deadstock fabrics, we are giving them a new lease on life and keeping them out of landfills.
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