Two Criterion of Choosing Fabric

The type of fibers can be a very important criterion for every designer. Indeed, each type of fiber has specific properties.

For simplicity, we will divide the types of fibers into two large groups:

Natural fibers are obtained by physical and/or mechanical transformations of a natural material without modifying its composition. In this group, we will find fibers from the plant world: cotton, linen, hemp, ramie... and fibers from the animal world: wool, silk...

Chemical fibers are divided into two sub-families: artificial fibers and synthetic fibers. Artificial fibers are obtained by chemical transformation of natural substances, often cellulose, the best known example of which is viscose, but you will also find in this category modal, lyocell, viscose/viscose jersey.

Synthetic fibers are derived from chemicals often from hydrocarbons. We find in this family: polyester, nylon, acrylic, lycra from the knitted fabric manufacturers which they offer stock items.

In the shop, I decided to offer preferentially fabrics containing natural or artificial fibers. In addition to the ecological aspect, these fibers are often easier to sew, are breathable and last longer over time. These are criteria that are important in the choice of fabrics for my own creations and I wanted my shop to be in line with these values.

The behavior of the fabric: the structure, the drape, the elasticity, the weight...

Not all fabrics will have the same visual rendering. Poplin and cotton fabrics will have a more structured effect which will be perfect for making pleated blouses and skirts, creations that require volume.

Viscose will fall heavier, denser but also more fluid which will be perfect for dresses, fluid pants, drapes...Similarly, 100% cotton denim will be stiffer than the same denim that contains 5% elastane...Similarly, the weight of a fabric will modify the rendering:

very fine and very light fabrics: voile, organza, crepon, tulle...

fine and light fabrics: poplin, cambric, cotton satin, cotton plumetis, English embroidery, ...

medium fabrics: viscose, crepe, jersey, cotton...

thick and heavier fabrics: chambray, denim, velvet, sponge, french terry...

It is therefore important to read the product sheets carefully so as not to make a mistake when buying it.

Lolles Wool New in the Fabric Forest

"Lolles Wolle" is an online wool shop that was founded in 2014 by Kerstin Schumacher with a lot of passion. Kerstin started her own warehouse in 2014 with the brands Schachenmayr, KnitPro, Prym, Schoppel and Scheepjes.

When Kerstin founded her own coaching company in 2020, it was clear that one day it would be time to let "Lolles Wolle" move on. And now the time has come: Kerstin has sold "Lolles Wolle" - and with it all the loyal customers who made "Lolles Wolle" big in the first place - to Esther vom Stoffwald.

When searching for a suitable successor, it was important to Kerstin that "her" customers are in good hands and continue to be well looked after. Or think about to find the knitted fabric manufacturers online. After discussions with various interested parties, Kerstin decided to hand over the customers who have grown dear to her to Esther von Stoffwald.

Esther promised her that she would continue to look after the customers well!

Esther Pfister from Stoffwald (left) and Kerstin Schumacher from Lolles Wolle (right) handing over the customers in a zoom call.

Huge range of wool for Lolles Wolle customers

Lolles Wolle customers will find a huge range of wool and knitting needles in the fabric forest. Almost the entire range of the well-known brands Lang Yarns and Schachenmayr can be ordered in Stoffwald. Customers will therefore also find the brands offered by Lolles Wolle here - plus a few other brands such as Sandnes Garn from Norway or the luxury yarns from Rowan.

3'500 knitting needles from KnitPro and ChiaoGoo and addi

In the fabric forest, Lolles Wolle customers will find over 3,500 knitting needles from the brands KnitPro, ChiaoGoo and addi. Since no wishes remain unsatisfied! It's particularly cool that you can also order the beautiful sets and gift boxes! These are nice Christmas presents, maybe for yourself...!

Customer accounts have been taken over

In order to make it easy for Lolles Wolle customers, the customer accounts, including all addresses, were transferred from Lolles Wolle to the fabric forest. If you had a customer account with Lolles Wolle, you can log in to the fabric forest with the same email address. If your password no longer works, you can simply reset it by clicking on "Forgot your password".