Lilac belongs among colours reliably returning each spring: bright, friendly, carrying a hint of pink that softens the shade. Beside natural white it looks delicate, modern next to grey, surprisingly strong against navy. This French terry sits in the middle weight, draping softly, suiting sweat dresses plus light jumpers. The colour code helps when reordering: across light purples differences show instantly once two pieces lie side by side — the number finds the nuance already in the wardrobe. Colour-matched Heike ribbing finishes sleeves plus hems in exactly the same tone.
What Maike Flieder is suitable for
- Jumpers plus sweatshirts
- Sweat dresses
- 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 641
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Available in more colours in the Maike series.
Frequently asked questions
Which needle plus stitch work best?
Sew using a stretch or jersey needle in size 80, moving up to 90 across several layers at a hood or waistband. An overlocker or elastic stitch keeps seams flexible; neaten the edges, since the loops inside otherwise fray.
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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