Artifical Fibres

Alcantara

Faille

Microfibre

Satin

Alcantara  (GO UP)

Cloth-weave fabric, in polyester. Is treated so as to resemble chamois-leather in its structure and weight. A wide range of colours are available. Used in clothing, car upholstery and furnishing.

Can be sewn only once, if the stitches are removed the holes remain. Stitch with chisel-shaped needles. Hems are generally glue and not sewn. In the care of garments it is best to follow the manufacturers suggestions.

Batiste  (GO UP)

Light, pure cotton fabric with cloth weave. Can be sometimes found mixed with small quantities of polyester or viscose which give it added shine, transparency and, at the same time, support. A very fresh fabric, ideal for the production of shirts and elegant suits, where it highlights special cuts.

Unthreads a lot and it is advisable to trim the ends once cut. The stitching must be perfect as they can be seen on the right side:use fine thread and needles. It is advisable not to undo the stitching, as it is light, the holes can be easily seen.

Crepe de Chine  (GO UP)

Silk fabric with cloth weave, with twisted thread which gives it the characteristic granular appearance. Less shiny, cheaper, fabrics mixed with polyester are available. Light and resistant is used in the production of clothes for day and evening wear, light blouses and lingerie. Highlights, in particular, draping articles.

Does not unthread and does not crease. Difficult to stitch, especially machine stitch, as it slips a lot. Follow washing and ironing instructions as indicated on the labels, especially for 100% silk garments.

 Flannel  (GO UP)

Saia weave fabric, produced with teased thread. Is made compact by fulling: a finishing process which felts the fabric leaving the surface slightly hairy. Soft and resistant, a traditional fabric for men's wear. Used in the production of jackets and trousers. With use tends to lose hair in the areas of most intense abrasion.

Compact, soft fabric, easy to sew as it does not unthread. When you undo the stitching no marks are left and the fabric does not tear. Ironed during the production phase so as to level the stitching. Flannel garments are generally lined so as to render them longer lasting.

Georgette  (GO UP)

Cloth weave light fabric, in cotton, silk or viscose. Fine and transparent, but firm to the touch, used in the production of light garments with other cloths superimposed.

A fabric recommended for those who have sewing experience. Unthreads a lot, ought to be trimmed and turned up once cut. Sew with fine thread and needles.

Muslin  (GO UP)

Cloth weave fabric, in pure cotton or cotton and polyester. Soft and light, falls well and is suitable for the production of suits, shirts and boxershorts. Similar to chiffon in its lightness and is also used to produce summer evening wear, with many layers of fabric.

Does not wear but tears. If the stitching is undone t is better to iron at once so as to remove the hole marks. Light and transparent, requires careful finishing because stitching appears on the right side. Unthreads easily and, as with other light and transparent fabrics, it is best to stich in hidden areas.

Oxford  (GO UP)

Cotton fabric or cloth-weave cotton and polyester. The warp and tram threads can be of the same colour and alternate, forming lines and little squares. Soft and shiny, of medium weight, suitable especially for the production of men's shirts. Very cheap and short-lasting.

Easy to sew due to its softness, is recommended for inexperienced sewers. Take care when undoing the stitching that the fabric does not tear. Use medium sized thread and needles. Is very delicate and not very durable. To have perfect shirts it is advisable to starch when ironing.

Piquet  (GO UP)

Cotton fabric with relief motifs with lines, dots, diamond and little square shapes, produced by an additional very taut warp. Very fresh fabric, ideal for summer and in the production of shirts, suits, jackets and children's garments.

No treatment problems, as it is a soft, compact fabric, also suitable for inexperienced sewers. Better to turn up once cut as this fabric tends to unthread. Creases easily and ought to be ironed during the production process.

Popeline  (GO UP)

Fabric with cloth-weave. Generally in cotton and rarely found in wool, silk or viscose. Compact, soft and shiny with very fine veins. Of light or medium-light weight, in one tone or with designs - a fabric suitable for the production of shirts, jackets, suits and summer dress.

Sew with fine thread and needles. Avoid undoing the stitching as the holes remain visible. Does not unthread and can be turned up during production. Never tears but wears down with use and washing. Easily creases and ought to be ironed during production.

Twille  (GO UP)

Fabric of English origin, light and felted, with saia weave, in cotton, viscose or mixed threads. Soft and warm, originally used in the production of night dress and men's underwear, is now used to produce men's and women's shirts.

Soft and compact, easy to sew. When produced ought to be ironed many times as it creases. The producer's instructions ought to be followed when washing so as to avoid shrinkage.

Vijella  (GO UP)

Mixed fabric of English origin, light and felted, with saia weave: 55% wool and 45% cotton. Soft and warm, originally used in the production of night dress and men's underwear, is now used for men's and women's shirts.

Soft and compact, easy to sew. Unthreads easily. Ought to ironed many times during production as it easily creases. The producer's instructions ought to be followed when washing so as to avoid shrinkage.