Don't Measure Fabric Stretch the Wrong Way! Get the Accurate Stretch Percentage
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- Fabric is the key driving factor in garment ease, but it is an often overlooked detail. Learn how to determine a fabric's stretch percentage properly. Don't make the mistake most people make, which yields inaccurate percentages.
Selecting the perfect fabric for your sewing project is a must, and one key factor you should focus on is the fabric's stretch factor.
The stretch factor is often described as minimal, moderate, or high, reflecting the fabric's ability to stretch. Meanwhile, the stretch percentage indicates the actual extent to which the fabric can stretch, typically falling within a predefined range for each stretch factor.
Understanding your fabric's stretch factor is critical for determining the right amount of negative ease or wearing ease in your garment. I highly advise conducting a stretch test on your chosen fabric before commencing your sewing project.
It's vital to keep a record of your fabric's stretch factor and percentage. These details will prove invaluable for future reference when determining ease levels in your sewing endeavors.
Understanding your fabric's characteristics is key to achieving a well-fitted final garment.
Lastly, let's clarify the difference between two-way and four-way stretch fabrics. Two-way stretch fabrics expand horizontally in both directions. On the other hand, four-way stretch fabrics have the unique ability to stretch both horizontally and vertically.
When you know your fabric's characteristics well, you can make informed choices when selecting the ideal material for your sewing projects.
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The stretch factor is just one of the ways in which fabric affects garment ease. Learn the rest in my online course, "Mastering Garment Ease." Join the waitlist to get a sneak peek here: www.grdmethod.com/how-to-measure-fabric-stretch-percentage-and-why-it-matters
Thanks Gina
My pleasure!
Excellent explanation, thank you.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!
So helpful! I’ve never had it explained this thoroughly-I realize now that I’d been testing fabrics inaccurately. Thank you!
I'm so glad you found that the video explained the topic thoroughly!
Thank you - that is very helpful and the ruler looks comprehensive. Think I need to get it.
I hope you download the ruler and give it a try!
This is excellent info! I’m just learning to sew, beginning with wovens but I’ll defintely refer to you for help when I’m ready for adventures in knits!
I missed your Moulage course…when are you planning the next one?
Welcome to the fun world of sewing! I'm so glad you're beginning. Wovens are definitely a great starting point. The moulage course runs every Autumn, usually the enrollment is in early September. Hope to see you there!
Excelente 👌
Thank you :)
I had the same experience
I'm sorry! It's working now: www.grdmethod.com/how-to-measure-fabric-stretch-percentage-and-why-it-matters/
Wow very nice
I received a "no record found" page
Sorry! Thanks for letting me know! It's working now: www.grdmethod.com/how-to-measure-fabric-stretch-percentage-and-why-it-matters/
I had the same experience when trying to download the stretch ruler; no record found - 404 error
So sorry! Something happened when we added the link. It's working now: www.grdmethod.com/how-to-measure-fabric-stretch-percentage-and-why-it-matters/
Thank you so much. I appreciate your sharing your thoughts and experiences.
Hi I tried to download the stretch ruler but when I click the line it states "NO RECORD FOUND".
I'm sorry! Thanks for letting me know! It's working now: www.grdmethod.com/how-to-measure-fabric-stretch-percentage-and-why-it-matters/