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  • what is ballistic nylon

    If you have ever wondered what is ballistic nylon, the short answer is that it is one of the toughest woven fabrics a sewist can buy. It was first developed during World War II for flak jackets worn b… read more

  • what is ripstop

    What is ripstop? It's a durable, tear resistant fabric woven with thicker reinforcement yarns in a crosshatch grid. A small puncture stays small instead of running across the cloth. That signature box… read more

  • denier nylon fabric

    Choosing the right denier nylon fabric can make or break your next backpack, tote, tarp, or equipment cover. Denier is a measure of fiber thickness, defined as the weight in grams of 9,000 meters of a… read more

  • 500 denier nylon fabric

    500 denier nylon fabric balances toughness and weight, making it a go-to choice for sewists who build gear that has to hold up. It is heavier than lightweight ripstop and easier to handle than 1000 de… read more

  • 420 denier nylon fabric

    When a project needs to stand up to real wear without feeling bulky, 420 denier nylon fabric is a go-to choice. It sits in the sweet spot between lightweight shell fabrics and heavy canvas-style texti… read more