A Superlative Range of Stretch Fabrics

A Superlative Range of Stretch Fabrics

It’s no secret that sewing with stretchy fabric can be somewhat of a challenge but stretch is a staple of any wardrobe.  For dancewear, bodycon or any garment where you want to feel confident with movement.  When sewing stretch fabrics, take your time, make sure all the fabric is laid out on a flat surface.  
Here at Bridal Fabrics we have a choice of stretch fabrics from satins, to tulle and lace too.  Check out this stretch fabric selection....
It’s no secret that sewing with stretchy fabric can be somewhat of a challenge but stretch is a staple of any wardrobe. For dancewear, bodycon or any garment where you want to feel confident with movement.  When sewing stretch fabrics, take your time, make sure all the fabric is laid out on a flat surface.  Use weights to keep the fabric in place and keep pins inside the seam allowance and don't forget to use the right kind of thread (not cotton thread as it will snap) for your fabric and the right size needle too.
Here at Bridal Fabrics we have a choice of stretch fabrics from satins, to tulle and lace too.  Check out this stretch fabric selection....
 

Empathy

 
Empathy is a polyester stretch satin that has a composition of 97% polyester and 3% elastane which gives the fabric stretch across the fabric. The fabric measures 140 cm ​(55") wide and is a available in a range of 16 colours from a beautiful old rose and a gorgeous gold. The width is 100g/sm. 
 

Ceremony

 

A high quality stretch satin polyester fabric, ideal for dress making and which measures 116 cm (45.5"). With a range of 14 different colours this fabric is often used a stretch lining fabric because it is lightweight and versatile.  The weight of this fabric is 93 GSM

Compassion

 

A luxurious polyester crepe with stretch in both directions, that weighs 284 GSM and which measures 142 cm (56") wide, this is available in white and ivory. 

The composition is 80% Polyester and 20% Spandex. 

Illusionary

 

Illusion Tulle is a very fine, lightweight article with elasticated stretch in both directions. We offer this popular and ethereal, drapey tulle in ivory, white, nude and black.  This fabric measures 140 cm (55") wide and has an exceptionally soft handle and can be used in a multitude of different ways. The weight of this tulle is 28g/sm.

Pepper

 

A light weight ivory tulle with a small spot that measures 2-3mm (1/4") across. The tulle is light and soft and perfect for veiling and dressmaking and has some stretch/elasticity across the width which also makes it suitable for dance wear too. This popular tulle measures 150cms/59" wide.   It is 40gsm and is made from 100% polyester.

We also offer another version called Spice with a larger spot and also a flock tulle in a range of colours called Fiesta.
 

Lorraine 

 

An ivory stretch lace with an all over relatively dense floral pattern, this measures 150 cm (59") wide and has stretch in both directions.  Available only in ivory, this lightweight lace has a delicate handle and plenty of stretch!

Evie

 

Evie Lace has an attractive rose motif that runs throughout the body of the lace and interconnects with the other motifs. Both edges are plain. Available ina  range of vibrant colours sych as Scarlet, Candy Pink, Yellow and Aqua, this lace is particularly appealing for making dance costumes.

This lace measures 156 cm (61") from edge to edge across the width and has elasticity in both directions.
 
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