What's the Deal with Stretch Percentage? – So Sew English Fabrics
When reading a pdf pattern, the description will often mention a stretch percentage recommendation. And if you're like me, at first you may have wondered what in the world that means. Today, we will demystify this term so the next time you see it you can feel confident and ready with knowledge. What is stretch percentage? Stretch percentage is the amount of “give” a fabric possesses when held in a fixed position and stretched in the opposite direction. Woven fabrics generally have very little give. On the bias they do have a little, but today we are going to focus on knit fabrics. Types of stretch Mechanical stretch is the natural stretch a knit fabric has based on the way it is constructed. Knit fabrics are constructed from a single thread knitted into interlocking loops, giving the fabric its stretch. So, even if the material does
When reading a pdf pattern, the description will often mention a stretch percentage recommendation. And if you're like me, at first you may have wondered what
Thursday Tip with Hali - Calculating stretch percentage — Winnipeg
Choosing and measuring stretch fabric — Wearologie
Learn to sew with stretch fabrics — Wearologie
Can you sew a dress that was intended to be made with stretch
CALCULATE FABRIC STRETCH PERSENTAGE
Tips for Sewing a Basic Tee: Fabric Selection - WeAllSew
How to Sew with Stretch Fabrics
The Skirt Pattern, Ease & Seam Allowances - How to Sew A Skirt
sewing jersey fabric - a guide on how to sew with stretch knits
How to sew stretch fabrics - Sewdirect
How to sew with Jersey Fabrics
How To Sew Stretch Jersey, Essential sewing tips
HOW TO WORK OUT STRETCH PERCENTAGE OF JERSEY FABRIC