Satin
Satin, fluid with sheen, hard to sew.
| weight | light to medium |
| drape | fluid with sheen |
| stretch | none |
| to sew | hard |
Good for
- eveningwear
- flowing dresses
- linings
Not for
- skirt
- top
- everyday hard-wearing garments — satin weaves show wear quickly
- beginner first projects
Common mistakes
- Choosing satin for a first project: it is slippery to cut and sew
- Expecting durability — the floating weave snags and shows wear
Source: NMSU Extension G-401 (satin weaves are not very durable and tend to show wear quickly); UKY CT-MMB.180 (firm fabrics easier than slippery ones). See also Choosing fabric: weight and drape and fabric by shape.