stitchu / fabric by shape / Fabric for knit and stretch garments
Fabric for knit and stretch garments: a stable knit for structure, a soft jersey for close drapey shapes.
The pattern is drafted with less ease because the cloth stretches; a stable ponte holds a shape, a soft jersey hugs.
| families | ponte, double knit, jersey |
| ask for | ponte or double knit for structure, jersey for a close fit |
| trade-off | Knits need a ballpoint needle and a stretch or zigzag stitch or the seams pop; the zipper is often optional (pulls on over the head). |
Fabric weights in g/m² are on Choosing fabric: weight and drape.
Sewing it
Knit fabric: sew with a narrow zigzag or stretch stitch and a ballpoint/stretch needle so the seams stretch with the fabric.