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Interfacing and Stabilisers

Interfacing is the invisible support inside a garment. It makes a collar stand, keeps a waistband from folding over and helps a pocket edge hold its shape – usually simply ironed on, sometimes sewn in.

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Fusible interfacings carry an adhesive coating that bonds with the fabric under heat and pressure. It is important to place the iron down and hold it rather than glide – otherwise the interfacing shifts and creases.

The choice depends on the outer fabric: light interfacings suit thin fabrics, firm ones suit bags and waistbands that should stand on their own. Interfacing that is too firm makes a garment stiff, one that is too soft gives too little support.

For appliqué there are fusible webs coated on both sides: they hold the motif in place before you stitch it down. Volume fleece, by contrast, is thick and soft and gives blankets, pot holders and bags their padding.

Frequently asked questions

How do I fuse interfacing correctly?

Place the adhesive side on the wrong side of the fabric, set the iron down and hold it for a few seconds before moving to the next section. Gliding causes creases because the interfacing moves with the iron.

Which interfacing suits my fabric?

As a rule of thumb the interfacing should be lighter than the outer fabric. For thin cotton choose a fine quality, for bag fabrics a firm one. When in doubt, test on a scrap.

What is volume fleece?

A thick, soft fleece that adds padding. It is used in pot holders, blankets and bags when these should feel quilted rather than flat. It is usually sewn in rather than fused.

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