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23 Jun

Announcements

ROMAN TUNICA – CLAVI COLOUR CHART for STRIPES only

June 23, 2026
By WoolSome
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The choice of appropriate stripe colors for a Roman tunic is not only a matter of aesthetics, but also of histori...

27 Apr

Tips

How to Care for Wool So It Lasts for Years: The Complete Wool Care Guide

April 28, 2026
By WoolSome

Wool is a material that, under the right conditions, can last surprisingly long. The oldest surviving wool textiles date back to the Br...

15 Apr

Tips

Fabric Weight (GSM) – What Is It and How to Choose It Correctly?

April 15, 2026
By WoolSome

When choosing a fabric, we often focus on its composition, color, or weave. These are, of course, very important aspects, but there is ...

25 Mar

Historical trivia

Guddal tunic: pattern and history

March 26, 2026
By WoolSome

Today we will show you an unusual pattern for the Guddal tunic (BRM 31/1). This is a find that has attracted the attention of researche...

10 Dec

Tips

How to Prepare Linen for Sewing: A Complete Guide to Decatizing and Caring for Linen

December 10, 2025
By WoolSome

This article explains how to prepare linen for sewing, as this fully natural fabric requires proper treatment. Thanks to its qualities—...

26 Feb

Tips

Chinese Taffeta, Indian Taffeta, and Dupioni Silk – A Comparison of Three Popular Silk Fabrics

March 23, 2026
By WoolSome

In this article, you will find a clear and simple comparison of three popular silk fabrics: Chinese taffeta, Indian taffeta, and dupion...

21 Aug

Tailors inspirations

oŻywione – Ilka and Cats’ Stall

November 17, 2025
By WoolSome

Welcome to the "Kram oŻywione" — a place where the garments of centuries past come alive in every stitch and shade, and where every fi...

07 Mar

Tips

How to interpret the thread thickness designation?

April 5, 2024
By WoolSome

Thread selection, whether for a historical or contemporary project, plays a crucial role in the aesthetic, functional, and durability a...

17 Aug

Historical trivia

Historical Tents – types, materials, and curiosities

August 18, 2023
By WoolSome

Tents are an essential part of historical reconstruction. They have their origins in ancient times, where they replaced makeshift shelt...

11 Jul

Tips

How to save felted wool?

July 13, 2023
By WoolSome

Wool is one of the most popular materials used in clothing. However, sometimes it can happen that our favorite woolen thing will become...

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ROMAN TUNICA – CLAVI COLOUR CHART for STRIPES only

How to Care for Wool So It Lasts for Years: The Complete Wool Care Guide

Fabric Weight (GSM) – What Is It and How to Choose It Correctly?

Guddal tunic: pattern and history

How to Prepare Linen for Sewing: A Complete Guide to Decatizing and Caring for Linen

Chinese Taffeta, Indian Taffeta, and Dupioni Silk – A Comparison of Three Popular Silk Fabrics

oŻywione – Ilka and Cats’ Stall

How to interpret the thread thickness designation?

Historical Tents – types, materials, and curiosities

How to save felted wool?