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This guide is for crafters and DIY enthusiasts looking for a versatile, lightweight fabric for projects. The key benefit is its durable polyester construction and beautiful forest green color, perfect for adding texture and visual appeal. A caveat to note is that while it's suitable for various crafts, it may not be ideal for garments requiring significant drape. The Minerva Shantung Dupion fabric in Forest Green is a 100% polyester material, approximately 147cm wide, offering a plain pattern and a light yet sturdy feel at 150 gsm. It's sold by the metre for continuous pieces and is washable at 40 degrees.
| Colour | Green |
|---|---|
| Model Part Number | C8200-Forest |
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
Shantung Dupion is a type of weave that creates a subtly irregular texture and a slight sheen, giving it a distinctive appearance compared to plain weaves.
While it can be used for certain types of clothing or costume elements, its stiff nature means it's generally better suited for accessories, home decor, and crafts rather than garments requiring a soft drape.
The fabric is sold by the metre, meaning you can order any length you need, and it will be supplied as one continuous piece.
The fabric has a weight of 150 gsm (grams per square meter), which is considered lightweight but sturdy for crafting purposes.
While efforts are made to ensure color consistency, slight variations can occur between dye lots. For projects requiring an exact color match, it's best to order all the fabric needed at one time.
It's ideal for home decor items like cushions and table runners, decorative craft projects, bags, pouches, and costume embellishments.
You can machine wash the fabric at 40 degrees Celsius.
Use a sharp rotary cutter or fabric scissors. Consider using a pinking shears or finishing the raw edges with a zigzag stitch or serger to prevent fraying.
Ensure your sewing machine needle is sharp and appropriate for polyester fabrics. Check for any rough edges on the machine's needle plate or bobbin area. Avoid excessive pulling on the fabric while sewing.
For projects requiring more drape, consider using a lighter-weight fabric or incorporating softer lining materials. This fabric is best suited for items that benefit from structure.
This fabric is ready to use straight from the roll. As it is cut to order, no initial setup is required beyond preparing your cutting mat and tools.
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