Aqua 746 is a clear, cool blue-green – a light turquoise with a hint of green that brings shallow water to mind. The shade stays friendly and works just as well next to natural tones as it does with stronger colours.
At 220 g/m², Vanessa sits in the medium-weight range: firm enough to be opaque, yet soft to the touch. The 5% elastane gives noticeable crosswise stretch with good recovery, so cuff areas and knees keep their shape. The drape is calm and flows gently without standing away from the body – skirts and dresses keep some volume, while tops sit softly.
The surface is smooth and evenly dyed, and the fabric is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.
What Vanessa Aqua is suitable for
- Tees, long-sleeve tops and dresses, because at 220 g/m² the jersey is opaque and still drapes softly.
- Children's clothes and bodysuits, as 95% cotton feels pleasant against the skin and the fabric is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.
- Leggings and trousers, since 5% elastane provides crosswise stretch and good recovery.
- Larger pattern pieces such as dresses or tunics, as the 155 cm width leaves plenty of room when laying out.
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?
Yes, at 220 g/m² Vanessa is a medium-weight jersey and in Aqua 746 it is opaque enough for dresses, skirts and leggings. The mid-tone shade adds to the coverage compared with very pale colours.
How much does the fabric stretch?
With 5% elastane the jersey has noticeable stretch across the width and recovers well. That is handy for neckbands, cuff areas and anything that needs to sit close to the body.
How do I care for it?
Machine wash at 30 °C, iron on a low setting, do not bleach and do not tumble dry. Residual shrinkage is 5%, so allow for that when you cut your pieces.
Does the colour match other fabrics with code 746?
Yes, colour number 746 runs true across different Swafing qualities. The same colour code means the same shade, so a top and a jacket can be combined without a visible difference in tone.
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