Glitter and Velvet: Too precious to save just for New Year's Eve!
We are just a few hours away from counting the 12 grapes and shouting "Happy 2026!" 🎉 You probably already have your outfit ready (or you're giving the last-minute stitches on the sewing machine, who hasn't?).
But this article isn't about tonight. It's about tomorrow. And the other 364 days to come.
At Tecidos Vivos, we have a golden rule: life is too short to wear boring clothes only on festive days.
Many times, we buy that velvet amazing piece or a bolder pattern for New Year's Eve, and after January 1st, it gets forgotten at the bottom of the fabric drawer or the dress collects dust in the closet. Shall we stop doing that?
How to bring the "Party Vibe" to an ordinary Tuesday?
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Velvet Is the New Basic: Who said velvet is only for evening dresses? Imagine a simple velvet strap top, paired with jeans and sneakers. It looks chic, comfortable, and with that texture you just want to touch. Our velvet adapts to everything (yes, even in summer, if the design is open!).
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Bold Patterns in Small Pieces: Leftover fabric from the dress? Perfect. Those 30cm of exclusive patterned fabric are enough for alternative sewing projects. Why not a makeup bag or a phone pouch?
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Mix Textures: The trend for 2026 is personality. Mix a "dryer" and structured fabric (like our Bombazine or Fleece) with shiny or fluid details. Contrast is the secret.
New Year's Resolution for Sewers: We solemnly promise not to save the "good fabrics" for a special occasion that never comes. The special occasion is today. It’s going to buy bread, going to work, taking the kids to school.
May your needles never stop in 2026 and may your creativity shine without fear. ✨
I wish you all a Happy New Year full of color, textures, and perfect seams (and without the thread breaking in the middle!).
Thank you so much for this year, from the bottom of my heart! 💓
Mariana 💓