This French terry stretches but sits considerably firmer than jersey — it holds its shape at hood and pockets. The fabric is 150 cm wide and weighs 240 g/m². It is made from 95 % cotton and 5 % elastane.
Blue is the colour found most often in a wardrobe — and therefore the easiest to combine. Sweat adds more bulk than jersey — on children's clothes cutting a size up pays off. Before cutting, a look at the care symbols on the article pays off.
What French Terry Sk8 Schrift Blau Kombi by Lycklig Design von Swafing is suitable for
- zip-up sweat jackets
- joggers
- blankets and cushions
Frequently asked questions
Which cuffing suits it?
Fine rib for sleeves and hem, coarse rib for sturdier jackets. Cuffing is cut shorter than the circumference and sewn on stretched, otherwise the finish stands away.
How do I press sweat?
From the reverse and at moderate heat. On the face an iron flattens the loops, and that spot stays visibly flatter than the rest of the surface.
What do I do with offcuts?
Sweat offcuts become pockets, hood linings, cuffing alternatives or appliqué. The goods do not fray, so even small pieces work without finishing. The edge does not fray, so even narrow strips work without finishing.
Which needle and which stitch?
A jersey needle with a ball point, one size up for several layers. Sew with a stretch stitch or an overlocker — a straight seam will not survive the stretch at cuffs and hood.
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