Petrol is among the few colours nearly everyone agrees about: children like it, adults wear it gladly, while it reads neither especially old nor especially new. That is exactly why it stays so popular. This French terry sits in the middle weight, draping softly, suiting almost every sweat pattern. Beside natural white petrol looks fresh, warm next to mustard, modern against grey, surprisingly harmonious alongside terracotta. Around garments meant to last it rarely disappoints. Colour-matched Heike ribbing finishes sleeves plus hems in exactly the same tone.
What Maike Petrol is suitable for
- Sweat jackets
- Hoodies
- Light joggers
- Children's clothing
Sewing tips
- Vorwaschen (French Terry läuft stärker ein als Jersey)
- Stretch-/Jerseynadel 80, bei mehreren Lagen 90
- Overlock oder elastischer Stich, Kanten versäubern weil die Schlingen fransen
- Abschlüsse mit Heike-Bündchen im gleichen Farbcode statt Umschlag
- bei mehreren Lagen Nähfußdruck runter oder Obertransportfuß
- Plots auf die glatte Außenseite, vorher am Reststück testen
- links bügeln bei niedriger Temperatur, nicht auf die Schlingenseite
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Matching colour code 748
- Swafing Heike Bündchen Uni Petrol 748
- Swafing Heike HW25/26 Bündchen Uni Petrol 748
- Swafing Vanessa HW25/26 Baumwoll Jersey Uni Petrol 748
Available in more colours in the Maike series.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply vinyl prints or iron-on motifs?
Yes, prints belong on the smooth outside. Test on a scrap first, because the temperature must stay low. Across several layers at hoods or pockets, lower presser foot pressure or a walking foot keeps everything from shifting.
What is French terry best used for?
French terry is the fabric of transitional seasons: jumpers, dresses, sweat jackets plus children's clothing, whenever jersey feels too thin yet winter sweat too warm. Smooth outside, soft loops inside, it drapes softly from spring into autumn.
How does French terry differ from brushed sweat?
Both are smooth outside; inside they differ: French terry shows fine loops, brushed sweat a raised, fluffy surface. French terry therefore feels lighter plus airier, while brushed sweat runs noticeably warmer, belonging rather to winter.
How stretchy is this fabric containing 5 % elastane?
A share of 5 % elastane gives this French terry a pleasant crosswise stretch without bagging out. Necklines, sleeves plus cuffs keep their shape, so finished garments stay comfortable through many washes.
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