Lycra Costume Fabrics
Four-way stretch, body-hugging lycra fabrics; ideal for sewing ballet attire, dancewear, costumes, and sportswear. High variety of colors and patterns.
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Lycra Costume Fabrics hakkında
Lycra fabrics are fabrics that contain elastane (spandex/lycra) yarn, offering high flexibility and body-conforming properties. Cotton-lycra, viscose-lycra, polyester-lycra, and wool-lycra blends are the main types in this category.
Lycra fabrics containing 5–30% elastane stand out with their stretch capacity and ability to return to their original form after stretching. Produced in a weight range of 150–350 g/m², these fabrics perfectly adapt to body movements.
Lycra fabrics, used for making leggings, sportswear, costumes, bikinis, dresses, and slim-fit trousers, are offered at Çerçiler Kumaş in various color and texture options, 150 cm wide, per meter.
Stretch (Lycra) Fabric Guide
Stretch fabrics contain elastane (Lycra/spandex) and return to shape after stretching. The stretch direction matters. One-way stretch suits trousers and skirts. Two-way stretch suits leggings, swimwear and dance costumes.
Stretch fabrics by use
- Swimwear: swimsuit, shiny, neon and laser-print swimwear fabrics — swimwear fabrics.
- Dresses and eveningwear: stretch silky velvet, stretch lamé, metallic knit and stretch brocade.
- Structured pieces: scuba fabrics and stretch faux leather — scuba fabrics.
- Casual and sport: jersey and venezia knits — sportswear fabrics.
Frequently asked questions
How do I sew stretch fabric? Use a ballpoint (stretch) needle with a zigzag or overlock stitch. A straight stitch can snap when the fabric stretches.
Does stretch fabric loosen after washing? Elastane is heat-sensitive. Wash at 30°C and skip the tumble dryer, and it keeps its shape.
