Natural, synthetic, price, thickness… Discover the most common misconceptions about fabrics and learn what really determines their quality.

How can you recognize a quality fabric? Discover simple ways to assess its feel, drape and structure, and choose the right fabric for your project.

In 2025, it's a way of life that reflects our values : sustainability, personalisation and artistic expression. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, here's a guide to help you discover what to sew this year, with inspiring and on-trend ideas to incorporate into your projects. --- 1. Sustainable Fashion : Recycling and Reinventing Sustainable fashion continues to gain momentum in 2025. Sewing is becomig a way to express creativity and environmental responsibility. Upcycling

Discover the tips I use at Maraval Couture to Carry on Sewing despite tendonitis in my wrists and to prevent pain caused by repetitive movements As a professional dressmaker and founder of Maraval Couture, I spend long hours working with my hands - stitching, cutting, embroidering, sewing... This craft, which I love, requires precision and concentration, but also a constant posture and repetitive movements. Over time, I've developed tendonitis in my wrists - a pain that many

Chapter 1 — Understanding Textiles Article 1 — Fibres, Yarns, Materials and Fabrics: What Are the Differences? When you first start learning about sewing, it is common to confuse the terms "fibre", "thread", "material" and "fabric". However, each one refers to a very specific stage in the manufacture of a textile. After more then 30 years spent designing wedding dresses and bespoke garments, I have noticed that this confusion is very common. Even people who have been sewing f

📖 Welcome to The Fabric Workshop – Maraval Couture’s Textile Guide With over 30 years of experience in sewing and bespoke garment making, I have met many clients, brides-to-be, students and sewing enthusiasts who often ask the same questions: What is the difference between a fibre, a material and a fabric? How can you recognise a good-quality fabric? How do you read a textile label correctly? What is the difference between cotton and viscose, silk and satin, organza and chif

A guide to understand fabrics better and choose the ideal material. When you first start taking an interest in sewing or clothes, it's easy to confuse the terms fibre, material, and fabric. However, they do not all mean the same thing. Understanding this difference helps you choose clothes more effectively, read a fabric label, and understand why two fabrics can feel, drape or be comfortable in completely different ways. 1. Fibre: Where It All Begins The fibre is the basic ma

Sewing your own wedding dress is an emotionally charged project. In this article, I explain how to understand a wedding dress pattern, why toile is an essential step, and how to proceed step by step with a tailored pattern and online support designed for bespoke dressmaking.

At Maraval Couture, I’ve always been passionate about sharing my love for sewing in a warm, friendly, and accessible environment. For several years now, my workshops have welcomed both beginners and sewing enthusiasts to learn, grow, and most importantly, enjoy the pleasure of creating with their own hands . Today, I’m very happy to announce that my sewing classes are now also available as online courses, directly on my website!👉 Discover the course here: https://manage.wix.