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This budget-friendly polyester crepe fabric in Burnt Orange is ideal for home sewers and crafters looking for a versatile material with a soft drape and smooth finish. Its key benefit is its ease of use and resistance to creasing, making it perfect for garments and linings. A caveat to note is that as a budget fabric, it may have minor weave imperfections and color variations between batches.
| Model Part Number | SoftCrepe-New-82 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
The fabric weighs approximately 79 grams per square metre, classifying it as lightweight.
Yes, the fabric is suitable for children's clothing due to its soft finish and easy-care properties, provided it meets safety standards for the specific garment.
We advise allowing for approximately 10% shrinkage. It is recommended to test a sample first.
This fabric is lightweight and designed primarily for apparel and linings. It is generally not recommended for upholstery due to its drape and durability requirements for furniture.
Iron on a low setting. It is resistant to creasing, so frequent ironing may not be necessary.
While it has a soft drape, it's not typically used as interfacing. It's best suited as a main fabric for garments or as a lining.
The approximate width of the fabric is 110cm / 44".
This is characteristic of budget fabrics. Try to strategically place pattern pieces to minimize the visibility of imperfections in the final garment, or embrace them as part of the fabric's unique charm.
If purchasing multiple pieces for a larger project, try to order them together or from the same batch if possible. Keep remnants for future mending or small projects, as they may not perfectly match future purchases.
Ensure you are using the correct needle size and stitch length. A fine needle (e.g., 70/10 or 80/12 universal or microtex) and a slightly longer stitch length can help prevent puckering.
Always pre-wash the fabric before cutting and account for at least 10% shrinkage. Testing a small swatch first is recommended to confirm shrinkage rates.
Preparation: Before cutting, it is highly recommended to pre-wash the fabric. Allow for approximately 10% shrinkage. It is advisable to test a small sample first to determine shrinkage and colorfastness.
Cutting: The fabric has an approximate width of 110cm / 44". Fabrics are cut from the roll and will be sent in one continuous length.
Sewing: This fabric is compatible with most standard sewing machines. Use appropriate polyester thread and a fine needle to avoid damaging the fibers. Consider a slightly longer stitch length for best results.
Care: Machine washable at 30 degrees Celsius. Tumble dry on low heat or air dry. Iron on a low setting if necessary. Due to its polyester composition, it is generally resistant to mildew and moths.
