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Minerva£12.99Visit shop Minerva Stretch Woven Charmeuse Silky Satin Fabric Light Blue Polyester/Elastane Minerva Core Range Nt-04241-002
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The Minerva Core Range Stretch Woven Charmeuse Silky Satin is an ideal choice for dressmakers and sewists seeking a high-shine, fluid fabric for elegant garments like slip dresses and blouses. Its blend of polyester and elastane provides a luxurious, lustrous finish with the added benefit of comfortable stretch and crease resistance, though its slippery nature may pose a slight challenge for beginners during the cutting and stitching process.
| Model Part Number | NT-04241-002 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
While its luxurious feel is rewarding, the slippery nature of charmeuse requires some practice. It is recommended that beginners use plenty of pins or starch the fabric for stability before cutting.
Like many woven synthetic satins, it can fray at the edges. It is recommended to finish your seams with a serger or a French seam technique for added durability.
Yes, its lustrous finish makes it a popular choice for evening wear and bridal projects, particularly for bridesmaid dresses or simple, elegant bridal slips.
At 105gsm, it has a light-to-medium weight. While it provides good coverage, depending on the tightness of the garment, you may want to consider a lining for lighter colors.
The fabric is available by the metre and is cut as one continuous length from the bolt.
Use a walking foot or reduce the presser foot pressure if your machine allows. Tissue paper can also be placed under the fabric to stabilize the stitching.
Switch to a new, smaller-gauge Microtex needle (size 60/8 or 70/10) to ensure a clean puncture.
Use a rotary cutter and a self-healing mat instead of shears, and weigh down the pattern pieces with pattern weights rather than using pins.
When preparing to sew, use microtex needles to prevent snagging the fine threads, and use fine glass-headed pins to avoid marking the surface. Because the fabric is slippery, consider using a walking foot or plenty of tissue paper underneath while sewing to ensure even feed. For maintenance, machine wash at 40 degrees Celsius. Avoid high-heat drying to preserve the elastane fibers. To keep the sheen consistent, iron on a low, synthetic setting using a pressing cloth to avoid direct contact with the hot plate.
