Copper is the colour of golden October: a warm red-brown carrying a glow reminiscent of bright leaves in afternoon sun. As ribbing the shade brings warmth onto jumpers in cream, dark brown or petrol. Containing 95 % cotton alongside 5 % elastane, this fine rib stays skin-friendly plus elastic, tested regarding harmful substances according to Oeko-Tex. Glowing earth tones like copper quickly dominate across large surfaces — as narrow ribbing at sleeves or hems they set exactly the right accent without committing a garment.
What Heike Kupfer is suitable for
- Sleeve plus hem ribbing
- Necklines
- Pocket facings
Sewing tips
- gemeinsames Vorwaschen von Bündchen und Oberstoff
- Fadenlauf — Dehnung läuft quer, Streifen quer zuschneiden
- im Bruch zuschneiden und längs doppelt legen
- kürzer zuschneiden und gedehnt annähen mit Faustregel (Halsbündchen zwei Drittel bis drei Viertel der Ausschnittlänge, Ärmel und Saum etwas kürzer als der Umfang)
- Stretch- oder Jerseynadel 75 bis 80, bei mehreren Lagen 90
- Overlock oder elastischer Stich, gerader Steppstich reißt
- links bügeln ohne Ziehen, damit die Rippe nicht flach wird
- farbgleiche Oberstoffe über den Farbcode
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Matching colour code 715
- Swafing Eike HW24/25 Sweat angeraut Uni Kupfer 715
- Swafing Eike Sweat angeraut Uni Kupfer 715
- Swafing Maike French Terry Uni Kupfer 715
- Swafing Maike HW24/25 French Terry Uni Kupfer 715
- Swafing Vanessa Baumwoll Jersey Uni Kupfer 715
- Swafing Vanessa HW24/25 Baumwoll Jersey Uni Kupfer 715
Available in more colours in the Heike series.
Frequently asked questions
Which needle plus stitch work best?
Sew using a stretch or jersey needle in size 75 to 80, moving up to 90 across several layers at a hood or waistband. An overlocker or elastic stitch keeps the seam flexible, while a straight stitch snaps as the garment is pulled on.
How much ribbing do I need?
Sleeve plus hem ribbing on a jumper usually takes only a short piece, while hoodies including hood facings or pockets need more. We cut from 0.2 metres upwards, so you can order exactly what your pattern calls for.
Which fabrics match this colour exactly?
Heike is colour-matched to Vanessa, Maike plus Eike by Swafing: identical colour code, identical shade. You can combine jersey, French terry or brushed sweat alongside matching ribbing, avoiding any colour deviation at the edges.
Is this ribbing tested regarding harmful substances?
Yes, the fabric is certified according to Oeko-Tex, meaning it has been tested regarding harmful substances. Ribbing sits right against skin at necks or wrists, so that certificate feels reassuring in baby clothes plus children's garments.
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