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Fabric And Apparel Swatches: 3 Great Reasons To Have Them In Your Collection

25 January 2017 by Brianna Cole

Fabric swatches are available at many businesses. Even better, they have many uses. Whether you own a fashion or fabric-based business or you simply like to sew, fabric and apparel swatches definitely come in handy. So why would you produce or collect fabric swatches? Here are three good reasons:

1. Organization

Perhaps one of the best uses for apparel and fabric swatches is for organization. Swatches make it easy to identify what types of fabric you are storing. Simply place the swatches outside of your storage containers, and you'll easily know whats inside. Alternatively, hang the swatches on the outside of your storage shelves. However you do it, swatches are great for organizing so that you know what fabric you have at a glance.

2. Shopping

Fabric swatches are also great when it comes to shopping. If you need more fabric, but aren't sure what you should buy, swatches can help. Simply line them up and take a look. You'll easily be able to determine what is missing from your fabric collection.

Swatches are also great because they can remind you what you need to purchase. When you run out of a specific fabric, simply place the swatch in your "shopping" bin. The next time you go shopping, bring the swatches with you. It might be a simple tip, but it will ensure that you always buy the fabrics you need.

3. Creation

Finally, fabric and apparel swatches are handy when it comes to creating new items. This is especially true when you make custom orders. Let your buyer go through your fabric swatches before you complete their order. This will let your buyer know exactly what the fabric looks and feels like. While this is very simple, it will ensure that your buyer loves whatever it is they're buying. It will also ensure that there are no surprises when it comes to color, pattern, or texture. So whether you're making a wedding dress or a baby blanket, fabric swatches will ensure your client loves whatever it is that they are buying.

As you can see, there are many benefits to fabric swatches. Whether you just like to collect fabric or you're a budding designer, there are many advantages to having swatches in your collection. So keep this list in mind the next time you're out shopping—so that you can buy or make swatches, if you don't already have them in your collection.

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