Sewing stretchy knit fabrics (like jersey, Lycra®, and spandex blends) can be rewarding but also challenging if you don’t use the right techniques. Many sewists – beginners and seasoned alike...
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Ordering fabric samples and spandex swatches is a smart strategy for anyone serious about their sewing or apparel projects. Swatches are the key to avoiding surprises – they let you see...
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Why Line a Swimsuit? Lining a swimsuit is crucial for comfort, coverage, and durability. A proper swimsuit lining ensures the fabric isn’t see-through when wet and feels soft against the...
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Selecting the right fabric weight is crucial when designing stretch garments like leggings, swimwear, or dance costumes. Fabric weight is often measured in GSM (grams per square meter), which indicates how...
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Spandex – known generically as elastane and famously by DuPont’s brand name Lycra – is a synthetic fiber that has dramatically shaped the fashion landscape over the past six decades....
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Spandex care is essential if you want your favorite leggings, swimsuits, sports bras, and other stretchy garments to last. Spandex (also known as Lycra or elastane) is prized for its...
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Understanding Durable Water Repellent (DWR) Coatings Durable Water Repellent (DWR) is a specialized fabric finish that makes textiles shed water. Chemically, DWR coatings are often composed of long-chain polymers (historically...
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Medical compression spandex refers to high-elastane textile materials engineered to apply therapeutic pressure on the body. These fabrics are fundamental in healthcare garments – from compression socks to surgical binders...
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When it comes to stretch fabrics in apparel, two common knit types stand out: tricot fabric and jersey knit. Both are often blended with spandex (elastane) to add elasticity, but...
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Compression fabric refers to a class of high-elasticity textiles designed to apply purposeful pressure to the body. Unlike ordinary stretch fabrics that simply expand for comfort, compression fabrics exert defined...
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Mesh fabrics have become essential in modern sportswear for their unique combination of breathability, stretch, moisture management, and style. Unlike solid fabrics, mesh incorporates thousands of tiny openings that allow...
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Not all yoga pants are created equal – the fabric they’re made of can make a huge difference in how comfortable and functional they are. Whether you’re a beginner yogi...
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The fabric of a dance costume can make or break a performance. Whether you’re a costume designer, dance instructor, or an enthusiastic performer, choosing the right dancewear fabric is essential....
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Cotton-Spandex prints and patterned Cotton-Lycra fabrics are some of the most versatile textiles in fashion today. Loved by designers and consumers, these fabrics combine the natural breathability of cotton with...
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