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What kind of fabric can you use to make a tallit?
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What kind of fabric can you use to make a tallit?

Posted on September 3 by Sew Jewish

You’re thinking about making a tallit –prayer shawl– and wondering what fabric to use. Wool and silk seem popular, and many modern commercial tallits are made from polyester blends. Are these the only acceptable options? Are some fabrics better than others? Are there some fabrics you can’t use? Here are some considerations based on Biblical … Continue reading →

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