Lycra for sports and swimwear.
Lycra Fabric is a sturdy stretchy fabric that is suitable for sewing swimwear, dancewear and sportswear. Lycra fabric is made of elastomeric yarn. This has the property of being able to withstand perspiration, which is of course ideal for intensive sports.
Frequently made products from this lycra fabric: dance clothing, swim trunks, swimsuit, yoga clothing, swim diaper, swim shirt, pareo, tankini, swim dress, gymnastics clothing, lingerie and fashion clothing.
Are you dreading sewing with Lycra? Here are a few tips:
• Use a (super) stretch needle. Microtex needles are generally recommended for Lycra
• Sew with a stretch stitch or directly with the serger.
• When using the sewing machine, an overhead transport is recommended if you have one.
• Should the coverlock skip stitches. We have this tip from a customer: stick adhesive tape under your presser foot. This works perfectly and then it zooms without skipping stitches.
• Use swimsuit elastic, which can withstand water.
