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The Minerva Core Range Heavy Burlington Suiting Fabric is designed for sewists and tailors looking to create structured, professional-grade garments such as trousers, skirts, and jackets. This medium-weight material offers an ideal balance of durability, shape retention, and crease resistance, ensuring your handmade pieces maintain a sharp, tailored appearance over time. While it is perfect for everyday wear and formal costume work, users should note that as a synthetic-leaning suiting material, it may require specific pressing temperatures compared to natural fibers like wool.
| Model Part Number | NT- 02795-054 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Minerva Core Range |
The fabric has a medium weight of approximately 200gsm.
Yes, its stability and smooth texture make it easier to handle and cut than many lightweight or silky fabrics.
Yes, all fabric is cut from the roll as one continuous piece to your specified length.
Absolutely. Its structure makes it an excellent choice for tailored jackets, especially when paired with an appropriate lining fabric.
Like most fabrics, it is recommended to pre-wash or steam-press the fabric before cutting to ensure any potential shrinkage is managed before construction.
Use plenty of pins or clips, and consider using a walking foot on your sewing machine to ensure even feeding of the layers.
Ensure you are using a sharp, fine-gauge needle and test on a scrap piece of fabric before starting your final seams.
Always use a protective pressing cloth between the iron and the fabric, and avoid excessive pressure while steaming.
When preparing your project, pre-wash the fabric according to the manufacturer's care label to account for any initial shrinkage. Use a sharp, universal needle (size 80/12 or 90/14) to ensure smooth penetration through the medium-weight weave. For stitching, use a high-quality polyester thread to match the durability of the fabric. When pressing your seams, always use a pressing cloth and a medium-heat setting to avoid melting synthetic fibers or creating an unwanted shine on the surface of the fabric. Store finished garments on contoured hangers to maintain the structure of shoulders and waistbands.
