Swafing Heike Bündchen Uni Smaragd 267
  • Swafing Heike Fine Rib Ribbing Smaragd 267
  • Swafing Heike Bündchen Uni Smaragd 267
  • Swafing Heike Bündchen Uni Smaragd 267

Swafing Heike Cuffing

Heike is the fine rib cuffing from Swafing: closely ribbed knit for sleeves, hems, necklines and waistbands. This is where the range sits together with every colour in stock, so the matching finish for your main fabric is one step away.

  • Fine rib
  • Elastic
  • Keeps its shape
Pattern: Uni 2 zur Auswahl
Color: Emerald 267 89 zur Auswahl
9,50 EUR 9,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
ca. 3-5 days ca. 3-5 days Stock: 1,21 meters

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Fabric type
Fine rib cuff ribbing
Series
Swafing Heike
Colour
Smaragd
Colour code
267
Weight
240 g/m²
Width
ca. 100 cm
Material
95 % Cotton, 5 % Elastane
Certificate
Öko-Tex Standard 100

Alle 89 Varianten in Uni

Alle 134 Kombinationen

Fine rib is the narrowest of the three rib widths you will find here under cuffing fabric. The ribs sit close together, so the finish adds hardly any bulk and lies snugly around wrist, hem and neckline. Coarse rib turns out sturdier, chunky knit sits on jackets and cardigans as a visible part of the design – Heike is the quiet finish that holds its shape without competing with the main fabric.

It is used wherever a garment has to be closed off: shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, sweat jackets, trousers and children's clothes. Because the colours of the range carry the same numbers across the qualities, the cuffing can be chosen to match a sweat or jersey from the same colour card, with no need to compare shades on screen.

For sewing: cut across the selvedge, because that is where the stretch runs, and fold the strip lengthways along the crease. Cut it shorter than the opening – while attaching it the cuffing is stretched and the main fabric stays flat. A jersey or stretch needle and an elastic stitch prevent skipped stitches and burst seams; press from the wrong side without pulling, so the rib keeps its structure.

Good to know

What is the difference between fine rib, coarse rib and chunky knit?

The three qualities differ in the width of their ribs. Fine rib has the narrowest ribs, adds the least bulk and suits everything that should sit close to the body. Coarse rib shows wider ribs and feels sturdier, on waistbands for instance. Chunky knit is the thickest version and is used deliberately as a visible finish.

How do I find the right cuffing for my main fabric?

Within the Swafing ranges, matching colours carry the same colour number. If your main fabric comes from one of those ranges, simply pick the cuffing in the same number. With fabrics from other manufacturers the colour name helps, and when in doubt a quiet shade such as natural white, grey or black is the safe choice.

How much shorter should I cut the cuffing?

As a rule of thumb a neckband is cut to roughly two thirds or three quarters of the neckline, while sleeve and hem cuffs are cut a little shorter than the opening they close. How far it is stretched depends on the elasticity and is usually stated in the pattern. When in doubt, pin and stretch first, then sew.

Can I use fine rib as a main fabric?

Yes, for hats, snoods, close fitting sleeves or narrow tops cuffing fabric is also sewn over larger areas. Bear in mind that the knit pulls in strongly: a pattern intended for jersey turns out noticeably tighter in cuffing. A test piece, or one size up, saves disappointment.