Fabrics

Fabric Properties

Fabric properties are the characteristics of a specific fabric. The properties of woven fabrics are very different to the properties of knitted fabrics. Build up your knowledge of these properties to ensure that you always choose the right textile for your project. By properties of fabrics we refer to the unique qualities that make each type of fabric different from another. Fabric characteristics can include things like texture, thickness, stretchiness and durability.

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Stretch Fabric

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Stretch fabric UK is a popular choice for apparel, thanks to its unique elastic properties. You can now create printed 4-way stretch fabric.

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Vegan Fabric

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Enjoy a range of vegan fabrics with amazing characteristics and handles which are entirely cruelty-free.

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Waterproof Fabric

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Waterproof fabric is fully resistant to water, great for apparel, tents, and bags will keep you dry and comfortable no matter what your plans are.

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Natural Fabric

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Derived from plant or animal natural fibres, natural fabrics are a popular choice when it comes to clothing and furnishing fabric.

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Soft Fabric

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Ranging from thick, warm velvets, to lighter, cooler cottons, there's a huge array of textiles to choose from.

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Organic Fabric

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From organic cotton fabric to linen, find out how organic fabrics can work and design your own organic cotton fabric for your next project.

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Sheer Fabric

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These fabrics all let some light through in varying degrees, with your design visible on both sides, great for dressmaking, crafts, or even embellishments and interfacing.

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Technical Fabric

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From Lycra to Neoprene, there is a fabric for everyone and you can design your own technical fabric every project.

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Wicking Fabric

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Drawing moisture away from the skin and keeping you cool, comfortable and dry, wicking material is ideal for making sportswear to optimise performance.

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Pigment Printed Fabric

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When looking at the basic properties of fabrics, certain features are necessary to consider: breathability, weight, drape, durability, softness, construction and whether it is a water-repellent fabric.

Most fabrics fall into 2 categories when it comes to their construction properties: woven and knitted. A textile’s specific properties and appearance are affected by not only the type of yarn used but how the material was constructed. The properties of woven fabrics differ greatly from the properties of knitted fabrics. Where one is made up of woven wefts and warps, the other is made by looping them. This difference in construction gives both fabric types completely different characteristics.

The properties of natural fabrics make them a popular choice for many DIYers, whether for making clothing, furnishings, accessories, upholstery or anything else. Their natural beauty, sustainable background and durability lends themselves to various projects.

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