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Canvas vs. Vinyl Tarps
Selecting the right tarp is not as easy as it may seem. There are many different options to choose from, which makes finding the right one much more challenging. It’s best to narrow down your options by choosing the tarp material first. Two of the most popular tarp...
Drop Cloth Projects Beyond Painting
Did you know you can be reusing your drop cloths for so much more than just your painting project? Get ideas for drop cloth projects here. Make the most out of your fabric investment.
Church Stage Design Tips
Whatever your stage size and production budget, your church stage and backdrops deserves to “wow” your audience/congregation. Use these tips to help with your church stage design.
DIY Holiday Gifts Ideas Part 2
[vc_row type="container" padding_top="" padding_bottom=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ah, it’s that time of the year again! Jack Frost nipping at your nose, glimmering snowflakes floating atop a fluffy cast of snow, twinkly lights as far as the eye can see! We’ve been...
DIY – How to Prepare a Canvas
Whether you’re trying out a new hobby or are looking to delve into professional artistry, you should know how to prepare a canvas. Get the tips you need to learn how to stretch and prime a painting canvas.
Curtain Care 101
Whether you just purchased a divider curtain for your home, warehouse, office or business or are looking for ways to keep your stage curtains in pristine condition, use this curtain care guide to find out how to make them last.
4 Simple Patio Shade Ideas
Looking to beat the heat this summer? Now you can, without having to stay cooped up inside! Use these 4 patio shade ideas to DIY some summer shelter, right in your own backyard.
Camping Tarps 101
[vc_row type="container" padding_top="" padding_bottom=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ahhh, the great outdoors! All campers know that your trip is only as good as your survival skills and your tools. That’s why you need a great camping tarpaulin—they can come in handy...
GG Knows – A Dictionary of Textile Terms
Meet GG, one of the beloved founders of Chicago Canvas & Supply. Although she’s no longer with us, her vast knowledge of industry terminology lives on in this textile dictionary! Each month, we’ll pull from GG’s personal collection of terms—don’t miss out by...
Ultimate List of Fabric Scrap Projects
[vc_row type="container" padding_top="" padding_bottom=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anyone that works with fabric knows there are always a LOT of scraps. Why throw them away? Instead, save them, store them and take them out on a rainy day for some fun projects. This...