Taupe is the colour matching everything while never looking dull: a muted grey-brown softening dusky pink, grounding mustard, resembling linen beside natural white. Around calm winter wardrobes it is one of the most rewarding basics. This brushed sweat warms through the cold season at 245 gsm with its soft inside. Anyone coordinating several garments without sewing everything in one colour finds the shared denominator in taupe — it links earth tones plus pastels within a single outfit.
What Eike Taupe is suitable for
- Sweat jackets
- Hoodies
- Joggers
- Warm children's clothing
Sewing tips
- Vor dem Zuschnitt waschen. Angerauter Sweat läuft stärker ein als Jersey
- Stretch- oder Jerseynadel in Stärke 80 bis 90, der Stoff ist dicker als Jersey.
- Overlock oder elastischer Stich. Die angeraute Innenseite fusselt an den Kanten, Schnittkanten deshalb versäubern.
- Bei mehreren Lagen, etwa an Kapuze und Taschen, Nähfußdruck verringern oder Obertransportfuß nutzen, damit nichts verschiebt.
- Säume und Abschlüsse mit Heike-Bündchen im gleichen Farbcode statt mit Umschlag, das trägt weniger auf.
- Links bügeln, niedrige Temperatur, die angeraute Seite nicht direkt bügeln.
- Fadenlauf beachten: die Dehnung läuft quer, für Hoodies und Hosen um den Körper legen.
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Matching colour code 676
Available in more colours in the Eike series.
Frequently asked questions
What should I watch at hoods plus pockets?
Across several layers, reduce presser foot pressure or use a walking foot so nothing shifts. Mind the grain as well: the stretch runs crosswise to the selvedge, which belongs around the body on hoodies or trousers.
How economical is the 155 cm fabric width?
At 155 cm this sweat runs wider than many cotton fabrics. Larger pattern pieces such as backs, fronts or hoods fit side by side, lowering fabric consumption per garment, so even adult sizes can be cut economically.
What is brushed sweat fabric best used for?
Brushed sweat is the classic choice when sewing hoodies, sweat jackets, joggers or warm children's clothing. The softly brushed inside keeps you noticeably warm, making Eike the go-to fabric in autumn or winter projects that should be comfy yet durable.
How stretchy is this fabric containing 5 % elastane?
The elastane content gives this sweat a pleasant crosswise stretch without bagging out. Cuffs, hoods plus sleeves keep their shape, so finished garments stay comfortable through many washes — especially important in trousers or children's clothing.
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