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Scuba Knit is the Apparel Neoprene

Designers, retailers and the media are all touting the hottest fabric trends of Neoprene and Scuba Knit.  Store displays promote colorful, sports style garments.  Online fabric retailers gush over their Italian import Neoprene Scuba knits.  Every fashion mag cover features … Continue reading

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Wearing, Sewing Neoprene–Yes? No? Maybe?

Neoprene is a synthetic rubber; it’s distinguishing feature is a foam core creating a rubbery, spongy hand.  And is most familiar used in wetsuits where the foam core keeps body heat in and moisture out.  Great features for wetsuits, not … Continue reading

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Is it Neoprene or Scuba Knit? Should I Care???

Is it Called Neoprene or Scuba Knit? Neoprene or Scuba Knit,  Scuba Knit or Neoprene. If you are shopping online for garments and/or fabric you better know what you are buying as it can make a huge difference in use … Continue reading

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