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Carolinagirl	Posted - Feb 21 2007 : 2:11:09 PM What the heck is "homespun" anyway? I thought it was just the old look of the fabric (something I might see in Olson's Store, for example)... Kim in NC
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suzyhomemaker	Posted - Feb 22 2007 : 04:30:03 AM usually, homespun is loosely woven. If you use it in quilts of clothing articles, it is best to prewash it. i have stripes in homespun as well as plaids and gingham. They add a homey touch to quilts and make great aprons. Country girl in NE PA
Aunt George	Posted - Feb 21 2007 : 2:23:54 PM Homespun is a woven fabric. The pattern is woven not printed. I have only seen varities of checked homespun. Online definition: Noun 1. homespun fabric - a rough loosely woven fabric originally made with homespun yarn homespun "woven cloth originated in Mesopotamia around 5000 BC"; "she measured off enough material for a dress" russet - a reddish brown homespun fabric Here is a nice photo and definition: http://www.sticksnstitches.com/fabrics/index.htm I love homespun. I am working with it on a project right now. Hope this helps and it is not a stupid question! G http://auntgeorgeshouse.blogspot.com/index.html Thanks for checking out my apron and sewing musings!

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