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This Minerva Tubular Ribbing Stretch Knit fabric in Dark Brown is designed for crafters seeking a durable, comfortable, and versatile material for garments and accessories. Its key benefit is the excellent stretch and recovery due to its cotton-elastane blend, making it ideal for fitted items. A potential caveat is its medium weight, which may be too heavy for very light apparel.
| Model Part Number | NT-05500-055 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
OEKO-TEX certification means the fabric has been tested for harmful substances and is therefore safe for human health.
Yes, due to its OEKO-TEX certification and comfortable cotton-elastane blend, it is suitable for baby garments.
The fabric is cut from the roll and sold by the metre.
The 70cm width is ideal for projects that require wider cuts or minimal seams, such as the body of adult t-shirts or larger accessories.
While Minerva strives for consistency, slight variations can occur between production batches. For projects requiring exact color matching, it's best to order all the fabric needed at once.
The fabric has approximately 5% elastane, providing a good amount of stretch and recovery, suitable for fitted garments.
Ensure you are washing at 30 degrees Celsius and avoid harsh detergents. Air drying or a low-heat tumble dry is recommended.
Use a ballpoint needle on your sewing machine to avoid damaging the knit fibers. Ensure your stitch tension is appropriate for stretch fabrics.
Pre-wash the fabric before cutting to your required dimensions. Always follow the recommended washing temperature of 30 degrees Celsius.
This fabric is ready to use straight from the roll; no special setup is required. It is compatible with most standard sewing machines and overlockers. For best results and to maintain the fabric's integrity:
