Fabric Overview

Whether you’re unsure of which fabric type to choose or how to sew or care for a specific fabric, reference these pages to ensure success.

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1. ACRYLIC (Figure 1)
   • Description: a manufactured fiber that contains a soft wool-like hand
   • Uses: dresses, skirts, sportswear, activewear, sleepwear & curtains
   • Needle: size 60/8 or 70/10 for lightweight varieties, 70/10 or 80/12 for mediumweight varieties, 80/12 or 90/14 for heavyweight varieties & 90/14 or 100/16 for very heavyweight varieties
   • Thread: all-purpose
2. BATISTE (Figure 1)
   • Description: a lightweight, even weave fabric that’s semi-sheer & made from cotton or a cotton blend
   • Uses: blouses, dresses, lingerie & children’s wear
   • Needles: Size 60/8 or 70/10
3. BOUCLÉ (Figure 1)
   • Description: a woven fabric made from textured wool or wool-blend yarn
   • Uses: dressy jackets, coats & skirts
   • Needle: 70/10 or 90/14
   • Thread: all-purpose