Learn to Sew – How to sew with Boiled Wool

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In this episode of Learn to Sew with Minerva, we’re going to look at boiled wool, everything you need to know about this basecloth and the way to approach this fabric when sewing with it! Autumn is here and boiled wool provides the perfect material for those cosy makes, whether it is a jacket or coat, boiled wool is the way forward for your transitional wardrobe.

Today, Jo is wearing:

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[flowerwildberry]

Excellent presenting and explanation, so impressed with how clear Jo is and all the fidely bits and sewers questions are considered and addressed. Thanks can't wait to make a boiled wool coat ❤

[mkmartin]

Wow. Wonderful video, thank you! I hit subscribe after just 2 minutes. Great teaching style and delivery. I watched all the way through and completely forgot the time. You gave us everything we'd want and need to know, nothing superfluous. I can't wait to get started on my coat.

[vickimaggs]

I found this video so helpful, thank you. Would the Gutermann Stretch thread (Maraflex in Australia) be a suitable thread to use with boiled wool?