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What is the Difference Between Regular Wool and Wool Tweed?

Wool is an all-encompassing fabric category and wool tweed fabric is a specific type of wool. It can be distinguished from regular wool by its woven pattern, as wool tweed fabrics all feature a twill, herringbone, checkered, or similar pattern.

What Seasons Are Ideal for Wearing Wool Tweed?

Because it is thick, coarse, and a great insulator, wool tweed fabric is ideal for the winter season and colder months.

Advantages of Wool Tweed Fabric:

• It is extremely durable and damage-resistant
• Soft and flexible to work with
• Holds structure well
• It’s a weather-resistant fabric

How to Best Work with Wool Tweed Fabric:

• Be sure to cut pattern pieces in the same direction due to the woven pattern
• Allow the fabric to settle after cutting pattern pieces before sewing
• As wool tweed fabric can be rough, you’ll want to line it with another fabric against the skin, such as silk or rayon

Supplies You May Need:

• Sharp shears for cutting
• Chalk to mark the fabric
• A thicker needle