Colour code 597 is dark blue carrying depth: darker than classic navy, like an evening sky shortly after sunset. Finding black too harsh? Here sits the softer alternative delivering the same elegant appearance. The brushed sweat underlines it: 245 gsm drape calmly, richly, the raised inside warming without bulk. Winter dresses plus slim-cut hoodies benefit of the dark, even colour. Rose-gold zippers plus light drawstrings set fine accents; camel plus cognac warm the shade toward autumn. Next to the lighter navy 596, 597 feels more evening-like — together both build a coherent blue duo.
What Eike Dunkelblau is suitable for
- Hooded jumpers
- Sweat jackets
- Warm everyday clothing
Sewing tips
- Vor dem Zuschnitt waschen. Angerauter Sweat läuft stärker ein als Jersey
- Stretch- oder Jerseynadel in Stärke 80 bis 90, der Stoff ist dicker als Jersey.
- Overlock oder elastischer Stich. Die angeraute Innenseite fusselt an den Kanten, Schnittkanten deshalb versäubern.
- Bei mehreren Lagen, etwa an Kapuze und Taschen, Nähfußdruck verringern oder Obertransportfuß nutzen, damit nichts verschiebt.
- Säume und Abschlüsse mit Heike-Bündchen im gleichen Farbcode statt mit Umschlag, das trägt weniger auf.
- Links bügeln, niedrige Temperatur, die angeraute Seite nicht direkt bügeln.
- Fadenlauf beachten: die Dehnung läuft quer, für Hoodies und Hosen um den Körper legen.
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Matching colour code 597
- Swafing Vanessa Baumwoll Jersey Uni Dunkelblau 597
- Swafing Vanessa Baumwoll Jersey Uni Dunkelblau 597
Available in more colours in the Eike series.
Frequently asked questions
What is brushed sweat fabric best used for?
Brushed sweat is the classic choice when sewing hoodies, sweat jackets, joggers or warm children's clothing. The softly brushed inside keeps you noticeably warm, making Eike the go-to fabric in autumn or winter projects that should be comfy yet durable.
Which needle plus stitch work best?
Sew using a stretch or jersey needle in size 80 to 90, since this fabric is thicker than jersey. An overlocker or elastic stitch keeps seams stretchy; neaten cut edges because the brushed inside tends to shed small fibres.
What should I keep in mind when washing?
Wash this sweat at 30 degrees inside out in a gentle cycle, without bleach, skipping the tumble dryer. Pre-wash before cutting: brushed sweat shrinks more than jersey, so allow up to 5 % shrinkage in your fabric calculation.
How economical is the 155 cm fabric width?
At 155 cm this sweat runs wider than many cotton fabrics. Larger pattern pieces such as backs, fronts or hoods fit side by side, lowering fabric consumption per garment, so even adult sizes can be cut economically.
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