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The Mind The MAKER Organic Cotton Rib Stretch Knit in Chalky Green is designed for sewists and dressmakers who prioritize sustainability and professional-grade quality in their fitted garments. This medium-to-heavy weight fabric provides excellent stretch and reliable recovery, making it ideal for creating comfortable tops, dresses, and skirts, or functional accents like cuffs and neckbands. While it offers premium softness and breathability, users should be mindful of its 110cm width, which may require careful pattern layout planning compared to wider fabric bolts.
| Model Part Number | MTM-LX2034 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Mind The MAKER |
Yes, its structured weight makes it easier to handle than lightweight, slippery jerseys, though you must use a zigzag or overlock stitch to maintain stretch.
This fabric is 335gsm, which categorizes it as a medium-to-heavy weight knit.
As with most natural organic cottons, some shrinkage is expected upon the first wash. We recommend pre-washing your fabric in the same way you intend to wash the finished garment.
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) ensures that the organic status of the textile is maintained throughout the entire supply chain, from harvesting to environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing.
While it has great recovery, it is thicker than standard spandex-blend leggings fabrics; it is better suited for tops, dresses, or cuffs.
Adjust your machine's differential feed and reduce the presser foot pressure to prevent the fabric from stretching while passing under the needle.
Switch to a fresh ballpoint or stretch needle; the specialized tip is required to penetrate the knit construction without skipping.
To ensure the best results with this organic cotton rib, pre-wash the fabric before sewing to account for minor natural shrinkage common with organic fibers. Use a jersey or stretch-specific needle (such as a 75/11 or 80/12 ballpoint) to prevent snagging the ribbed texture during machine stitching. When pinning, consider using clips rather than pins to avoid marking the knit surface.
For ongoing care, wash in cool water with like colors and air dry or tumble dry on a low heat setting to preserve the integrity of the cotton fibers and the stretch recovery qualities.
