Rauchblau 1742 is a muted blue with a soft grey cast – calm in tone and easy to combine with almost anything. The melange effect keeps the surface lively: lighter and darker fibres sit side by side, so instead of a flat single colour you get a fine depth that makes small creases and seam shadows look less harsh.
At 220 g/m² this jersey sits in the medium-weight range. It feels soft and supple, the 5% elastane gives it clear crosswise stretch, and it springs back after wear. The drape is soft without being limp – shirts keep their shape, dresses flow around the body without clinging.
The 155 cm width leaves room for larger pattern pieces, and the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification makes the fabric suitable for baby clothes too.
What Vanessa Rauchblau is suitable for
- Shirts and long sleeves, as the medium weight of 220 g/m² holds its shape while staying soft against the skin.
- Dresses and skirts, because at 220 g/m² the fabric is opaque enough yet still drapes softly.
- Leggings and baby bodysuits, since 5% elastane provides stretch and good recovery.
- Baby clothing, as the jersey is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and contains 95% cotton.
Sewing tips
- Vor dem Zuschnitt waschen
- Kombination mit Heike-Bündchen im gleichen Farbcode für Bündchen und Halsausschnitte.
- Bei Leggings die stärkere Querdehnung um den Körper legen.
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Available in more colours in the Vanessa series.
Frequently asked questions
Is this jersey opaque enough for a dress?
At 220 g/m² the fabric is medium weight and opaque enough for dresses and skirts. With very pale shades it is worth holding the fabric up to the light first, but this darker smoky blue is unproblematic.
How much does the fabric stretch?
With 95% cotton and 5% elastane the jersey has clear stretch, mainly across the width, and returns well to its original shape. That makes close-fitting patterns such as leggings possible.
Should I pre-wash before cutting?
Yes, a pre-wash at 30 degrees is worthwhile because the jersey has a residual shrinkage of 5 percent. This way your finished garment keeps its measurements after the first wash.
How do I care for this fabric?
Wash at 30 degrees and iron on a low setting. Do not bleach and do not tumble dry. That keeps the Rauchblau 1742 shade and the elasticity of the jersey looking good for a long time.
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