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The Minerva Core Range Medium Loop Back French Terry in Soft Forest Green is an ideal choice for garment sewists looking for a versatile, OEKO-TEX certified knit fabric that balances comfort with structure. Featuring a blend of 95% cotton and 5% lycra, this medium-weight material provides excellent recovery and stretch, making it perfect for hoodies, joggers, and casual loungewear. While the fabric is easy to work with and durable, users should be mindful that like most cotton-rich knits, it requires careful pre-washing to account for potential minor shrinkage before cutting.
| Model Part Number | MT-8985-1707 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
Yes, its medium weight and stable knit structure make it much easier to handle than lighter-weight jerseys or slippery knits.
Machine wash at 40 degrees Celsius. Air drying is recommended to maintain the longevity of the lycra fibers.
With 5% lycra, it offers excellent mechanical stretch across the grain and some recovery stretch along the grain, making it ideal for form-fitting garments.
Yes, because it is OEKO-TEX certified, it is free from harmful levels of chemicals and safe for skin contact.
As with any cotton-based fabric, washing in cold water and turning garments inside out will help preserve the forest green color intensity.
Yes, the fabric is cut from the roll and supplied as one continuous piece based on the total quantity ordered.
Switch to a fresh ballpoint or jersey needle sized 80/12 or 90/14 and ensure you are using a stretch-compatible stitch setting.
Apply a light starch spray before cutting to stabilize the edges or use clips instead of pins to keep the layers flat.
Ensure you are using a walking foot on your sewing machine to prevent stretching the fabric while feeding it through the feed dogs.
To ensure the best results with your project, prepare the fabric by pre-washing it at 40 degrees, mirroring your expected care routine for the finished garment. This helps stabilize the fibers and accounts for any pre-sewing shrinkage.
When sewing, use a ballpoint or stretch needle to prevent snagging the cotton fibers. Because the fabric has a tendency to curl at the cut edges, using fabric clips rather than pins can help keep layers aligned during assembly. For long-term care, wash in cool or warm water (40°C) and avoid high-heat tumble drying to preserve the elasticity of the lycra fibers.
