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The Meet MILK Tencel Lyocell Jersey Stretch Knit in Lapis is designed for sewing enthusiasts and fashion creators seeking a high-quality, sustainable material for garments that require both comfort and fluid movement. Featuring a blend of 94% Tencel Lyocell and 6% elastane, this fabric provides a luxurious soft hand-feel and consistent shape retention, making it excellent for everyday apparel like tops and loungewear. While its medium weight and beautiful drape are ideal for professional-looking finishes, users should note that as a jersey knit, it requires specific techniques to manage its inherent stretch during the cutting and sewing process.
| Model Part Number | MM-8026 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Meet MILK |
Yes, but it is helpful to have experience with knit fabrics, as jersey can shift while sewing.
As with most natural fibers, some shrinkage is possible. Always pre-wash your fabric using the same method you intend to use for the finished garment.
Yes, the 6% elastane provides enough recovery for leggings, provided the pattern is suited for a medium-weight jersey.
At 240 gsm, it is generally opaque, though very close-fitting garments might show slight sheerness depending on the fit.
The fabric is cut from the roll and sent as one continuous piece based on the number of metres ordered.
Switch to a new ballpoint or jersey-specific needle and ensure your presser foot pressure is set correctly.
Apply a light starch spray before cutting or use pattern weights instead of pins to keep the fabric stable.
Adjust your machine's differential feed or reduce the presser foot pressure to prevent stretching the fabric under the needle.
For optimal results, pre-wash the fabric before sewing to account for potential minor shrinkage. When cutting, avoid pulling or stretching the fabric to ensure pieces remain true to the pattern dimensions. For sewing, a walking foot is highly recommended to manage the layers evenly. Use a zig-zag stitch or a serger to maintain the stretch of the seams. Care instructions include machine washing on a cool, gentle cycle with mild detergent. To preserve the elastane fibers, air drying or tumble drying on low heat is preferred. Iron on a low setting if necessary, keeping the iron moving to avoid scorching the fibers.
