You've mastered the theory - it's time to move on to practice! When we come to the store, we usually come across the names of knitted fabrics. And this is where everyone gets lost - what to choose? Is this or that canvas suitable for the intended model? Let's be clear!
Kulirka (kulir, kulirka surface)
Already from the name itself - stockinette- the characteristic of this fabric follows: its front side is soft, smooth in very thin vertical columns - braids (front loops), and on the back - purl loops.
This is the thinnest knitted fabric. It stretches well in width, but does not stretch in length, does not shrink when washing and drying, and is not labor-intensive to care for. The only downside is that the edge curls up. But needlewomen often turn this into a plus, creating flounces and frills from it.
Typically made from 100% cotton. This type of knitwear is widely used for the production of children's clothing (rompers, vests, suits, dresses, etc.), underwear, sportswear and homewear, dresses, sundresses, robes, T-shirts, etc.
To increase the elasticity of the drawer, lycra is added to cotton, which ensures the stretchability of the material and a good fit. Such fabrics are widely used in sportswear. A sports cooler can also contain synthetic fibers.
The cooler can be plain-dyed and printed. And even the latest colors - for every taste!
Ribana (eraser)
This is a knitted cross-knitted fabric of the same weave (“elastic band”), obtained by alternating front and back loops. It can be 1x1, 1x2 (or 1x3, 1x4, 1x5 - noodles) or 2x2. Ribana with the same ratio of front and back loops looks the same on both sides, which allows you to save fabric when cutting. For outerwear, a pattern of wider facial stripes (“noodles”) is also used.
There are two main types of this material:
- natural ribana, which contains only pure cotton;
- ribana with lycra
The knitted fabric with alternating loops is quite dense, and at the same time it is soft and comfortable to the touch. It is clear that because of the ribbed structure, ribana is often produced plain-dyed, or with a pattern of transverse stripes. But there is also a printed ribana, only the pattern on it turns out to be somewhat sparse.
Cotton rib is used for home wardrobe items, pajamas, underwear, sets for the little ones, and also for finishing knitwear.
Ribbon with lycra is used for individual parts of outerwear (collars, cuffs), tight-fitting clothing - turtlenecks. The low content of polyurethane fiber still allows us to classify this fabric as natural.
Multirip (ribana openwork, “computer”)
Multirip- This is a lightweight, openwork version of another well-known knitted fabric, ribana. It is made by press weaving threads, that is, when previously knitted loops are dropped from the needles and form located in in a certain order holes - openwork (hence the name - ribana-openwork. By the way, the second name - computer - according to one version, arose due to the fact that the holes on the canvas resemble holes on a punched card. If anyone, of course, remembers what it is!).
Linen knitwear is produced using double press weaves. The result is a rather thin, but at the same time durable, elastic fabric with a textured mesh surface. It stretches perfectly in width, guaranteeing a good fit of the clothes, and at the same time perfectly retains its shape - the product returns to its original appearance after washing.
In terms of composition, multirip almost always contains 100% cotton fiber. Sometimes up to 5 - 10% viscose, elastane (lycra) or polyester are added. The listed types of fibers give the material elasticity and strength, and viscose gives an interesting shiny pattern.
It is produced in light colors, maybe with a printed pattern.
The canvas is very pleasant to the body, it is not hot due to its almost one hundred percent natural cotton content and the ability to allow air to pass through. That is why it is used for sewing knitwear, especially for women and children.
Kashkorse
This knitted fabric has a characteristic surface with “tracks” of knit and purl loops of the same width, most often 2 and 2 or 3 and 3 and is very similar to hand knitting with “English rib” as appearance, as well as elasticity and the ability to restore shape.
Basic material for cashcorse– this is cotton, but to improve elasticity, various synthetic fibers are included in its composition (no more than 5% for linen and clothing and no more than 30% for elastic finishing strips). The fabric can be flat or made in the form of a “tube” using the circular knitting method. Such “pipes” are used for hats, seamless underwear, seamless cuffs and collars.
Kashkorse also comes in the qualities of “pene”, “ring” and “open end”. The material is very soft, gentle, hygienic, does not irritate the skin, clothing made from it can be recommended for children (newborns) and allergy sufferers. If we talk about the disadvantages, then such knitwear is quite difficult to cut and sew.
Cashkorse is used to create sportswear, blouses and turtlenecks, hats, scarves, and outerwear items. Children's clothing, T-shirts and T-shirts are made from thin material. Thick fabric, especially with the addition of lycra, is used to make cuffs, elastic bands, trim trouser belts, jacket hems, etc.
Interlock (dvulastic)
The name comes from the word interlock, which means “crossed”. As noted above, this is a double canvas, consisting of two erasers. The fabric has no back or front side, its density and strength are higher than other types of knitwear. And besides, it blooms less.
Interlock- a smooth fabric, but you can get fabric with a pattern in the form of narrow longitudinal stripes on the front side. When using threads of two colors, striped or checkered fabric is obtained. In addition, sometimes a printed design is applied to the canvas. Like cashkorse, it is sometimes made from threads spun from short fibers, so the fabric is soft, with a slight pile on the front side.
Interlock has one significant difference - it does not curl at the edges. To understand that it is an interlock in front of you, you need to stretch it. If the material immediately returns to its original shape, and the edges do not curl, it is definitely interlock!
Interlock is often used for sewing men's, women's and children's underwear, T-shirts, pajamas and nightgowns, home knitwear, sportswear, blouses, and especially children's clothing: such items are very durable, comfortable, hold their shape well and do not fray, and It perfectly allows air to pass through and absorbs moisture.
Pique, Lacoste
Pique(French piqué from piquer - to fasten, stitch fabric) - a thin knitted fabric, single or double fabric with a characteristic mesh texture on one side, made on the basis of interlock and press weaves. The pique texture can be in the form of diamonds, honeycombs or squares.
It's relative the new kind knitwear - it appeared only at the beginning of the 20th century. The history of its appearance is connected with the creation of the Lacoste sportswear brand (hence its second name). Before its appearance, uniforms for athletes were made mainly from flannel. The creators of Lacoste suggested using new material, which was more comfortable and kept its shape well. Even now, many years later, the famous polo shirts are made only from it, as well as sports and loungewear, especially men's.
Pique is made from either 100% cotton or cotton with the addition of synthetic fibers. Thread ratio in latest version it should be 50 to 50. However, often, manufacturers, in order to reduce the cost of the material, add only 40 or even 30% cotton to it.
The peculiarity of this fabric is that it practically does not wrinkle and products made from it do not even need ironing.
Yes, it should not be confused with pique fabric, which is produced on a loom and has a similar “waffle” structure.
Footer
Front side footer resembles a stockinette stitch, the reverse side is loop-shaped or brushed. This material produced at looms using two types of threads - the so-called ground - warp (front side) is woven from ordinary threads, and a footer (loose, slightly twisted) thread is used to form a pile on the back side. By special weaving (loop broaches) of loose thread on the wrong side, a soft comb or loop is obtained.
The footer can be two-thread or three-thread depending on how many threads were used in production. Three-thread, in turn, can be with thin or thick fleece.
The composition can be different: 100% cotton, cotton with lycra added, cotton with polyester added, etc. It can be plain or printed.
The footer is a soft and, most importantly, warm material that is resistant to puffs and pilling. It makes excellent warm and wearable items: underwear, bathrobes, trousers, sweatshirts, tracksuits, jackets, etc. It is widely used in sewing clothes for babies.
Three-thread fabrics are especially dense and warm, they are distinguished by long and thick pile, and the weight of one square meter“three-thread” reaches 365 g. The composition of such knitwear almost always includes other fibers, most often lycra, polyester, and also wool. This footer is well suited for outerwear and sportswear designed for the cold season.
The main disadvantage of the footer is its large thickness and pile matting after several washes; in addition, the fabric can shrink after washing. In addition, thick seams are not always convenient to sew, and the fleece often gets in the way and gets tangled when sewing.
Plus - this material needs special care: it should be washed turned out on the face so that the comb is inside, use soft detergents when washing, avoid exposure to ultraviolet radiation - it quickly destroys the fabric.
Capitonium, capiton, capiton
Capitonius- insulated, two- or three-layer knitted fabric with the effect of stitches in the form of diamonds or squares. This is a rather dense, voluminous and soft-to-touch knitwear; due to its multi-layered nature, it is noticeably warmer than footer.
Until recently, capitonium was mainly used to produce children's clothing, which perfectly warms the baby and gives coziness and comfort in cold weather. Capiton allows air to pass through, allowing the skin to breathe. But in last years it is increasingly used in the tailoring of women's clothing, especially youth clothing. And as a result, in addition to plain-dyed capitonium, printed capitonium also appeared, with a wide variety of colors.
Jersey
Jersey(from the English jersey - the name of the island of the same name) is a warp-knitted (of many threads) knitted fabric made of wool, cotton, silk or synthetic threads. Sufficiently stretchable and durable, holds its shape well.
The material was first produced on the island of Jersey (Channel Islands), which has always been distinguished for the production of high-quality wool. Therefore, the new knitted material made from 100% wool was called Jersey. At first, it was used to make work clothes, but in 1916, Coco Chanel outraged the fashion industry by presenting to the nobility her new collection, which included several coats made from Jersey wool knitwear. It should be noted that in those years, only underwear was made from knitwear for ladies of high society. However, with light hand Fashion trendsetters, knitted fabric has entered our lives. As is the corresponding canvas.
Nowadays, jersey is a universal material from which almost everything is sewn: from underwear to outerwear. Due to its structure (remember, this is a warp-knitted fabric - dense, elastic, not unraveling and comfortable to wear), because depending on the threads used, you can get either light silk or heavy woolen fabrics. If initially only the wool of a certain breed of sheep was used to make jersey, today it is made from almost any raw material, including flax, synthetics, cotton, silk and a mixture of these and other fibers, adding lycra (elastane) to the fabric.
The properties of the products depend on the type of fibers used. But the main features of the material are common to all:
- Low fabric creasing. You can safely take things from it with you on trips where you do not plan to spend time ironing clothes.
- The softness and lightness of the products, the ability to form beautiful folds when draped. Even thick wool varieties have a more airy feel than other fabrics.
- The material stretches well in width and practically does not stretch in length.
- Good washability. Almost all types of this fabric can be washed and wrung out in a machine (low speed).
- The material absorbs moisture well.
So if you are concerned about the consumer properties of the product, when choosing a material you should give preference to jersey.
Butter, slinky, slinky
This material also has a homeland, United Arab Emirates. This is a knitwear with a delicate and “buttery” structure, which contains polyester, viscose and lycra in various proportions.
This knitwear is characterized special properties. It is quite dense and heavy, but at the same time very flexible, stretches perfectly without deforming, and fits the figure perfectly (which is why dresses made from it are not recommended for overweight women).
This material can have a wide variety of surfaces - matte, shiny, and even one-sided brushed - but will always be distinguished by its softness and silkiness. Any oil fabric has the ability to create very graceful draperies and flying waves that will decorate the most exclusive dresses and other clothes.
Under common name"butter" produces different types of knitwear, different in composition and production method:
- Regular knitwear with a fairly dense structure and a smooth matte surface. It is quite heavy and may not be entirely comfortable in hot weather.
- “Cold oil” is a thinner and lighter fabric, highly extensible, with a slight silky sheen on the surface. Sometimes it is called “knitted silk”.
- "Crystal" usually consists of polyester with the addition of lycra. It flows with a beautiful bright shine, and is often used to make evening dresses, concert wear, and costumes for gymnasts and figure skaters.
- "Microoil" is a knitwear with a lightweight structure and high elasticity.
- “Butter brushed” is a relatively new type of knitwear; it contains viscose, has a slightly shiny front surface and viscose “fluff” on the back side. It is used to make tracksuits, home dresses and pajamas, and other beautiful and warm products.
The composition of the oil can be varied, from 100% synthetics to fabrics with a predominance of viscose. If lycra is added to the fabric, very elastic products are obtained, about which they say “second skin”.
Biflex
Biflex translated from English means “stretching in both directions.” This is a modern innovative material, the textile industry’s response to consumer requests. Therefore, supplex fabric is made from several components. It can be based on a variety of threads: elastane, nylon, lurex, lycra, microfiber, etc. The main condition when choosing fibers for the supplex base is the ability to give it elasticity.
Not surprisingly, it has unique properties:
- A supplex product can stretch in all directions. The area of the material when stretched increases by 300%.
- Biflex does not wrinkle.
- Perfectly removes moisture and dries quickly. In hot weather, clothing made from supplex will be very comfortable, because this fabric can keep you cool.
- It comes in bright, rich colors and does not fade or lose color after washing. It can be given a certain effect: shimmer, matte, or apply a holographic pattern.
- The material is very durable and unpretentious.
Supplex is used for sewing swimsuits, theater and concert outfits, and everyday wear.
And a little exotic...
Bouclette, loop- rough, grainy to the touch, fashionable knitted fabric made from fine quality bouclé yarn.
Modal- knitted fabrics (usually viscose or cotton) with the addition of modal thread. This is a fiber obtained, like viscose, from wood, but only beech wood is used for its production. The thread is very thin, so it is mixed with other fibers. Fabric with the addition of modal is cool and silky to the touch, absorbs moisture well and is even better - breathable, more resistant to shrinkage.
Charme (charmeuse, locknit)– knitted fabric of warp weave from 2 thread systems, durable, shape-resistant, mainly made from synthetic yarn, less often from viscose; the top and bottom have different patterns, with one across the other. Used for light dresses, blouses, suits.
Chenille– a knitted fabric made from chenille yarn, having a fleecy surface, twisted from 2 fiber systems, with the addition of short fibers, firmly woven into the structure of the yarn and creating hairiness. Used for bedspreads, as decorative elements for denim clothing.
Sirloin (filet) knitted fabric - has holes various shapes and sizes; Widely used for men's and women's clothing, finishing women's outerwear (jumpers, dresses).
Jacquard fabric- with a pattern of colored threads on the front side; It can be colored, embossed or embroidered in relief (characteristic are tubercles, rollers, bulges on the canvas). Jacquard knitwear is used for outerwear and sportswear.
So, what to sew from?
- Underwear for adults and children, clothes for newborns, thin pajamas, nightgowns - cash-corse, multirip, cooler.
- Underwear for adults and children, tight-fitting, turtlenecks - cashcorse, ribana, noodles.
- Light dresses, shirts, blouses, T-shirts, sundresses, robes - kulirka, interlock, cotton or viscose jersey.
- Thick underwear, pajamas, nightgowns, jumpers, light trousers, shorts, sundresses, dresses, tracksuits - interlock, footer.
- Warm tracksuits, thick trousers, sweatshirts - footer, wool jersey, brushed oil, capitonia.
- Dresses, suits, skirts, trousers, outerwear - jersey of various compositions, capitonia.
- Light and evening dresses, tunics, blouses with a flowing silhouette - oil.
- Swimsuits, clothes for dancing and sports - supplex.
- Piping, facings, other trim elements, cuffs, belts, etc. - ribana and cashcorse, incl. with lycra.
Knitted products are used in tailoring; they are popular and in demand. Fabric is divided into types according to the manufacturing method and type of raw material.
Some things quickly lose their shape, others retain it for a long time. for a long time . It depends on the type of knitwear: the material, the type of tailoring, and the density matter.
Kulirka is one of the varieties of knitted fabrics. Its peculiarity lies in the manufacturing method. All loops in the same row are made from a single thread.
It can be one, or consist of several other threads. This affects the density of the material.
The material includes different kinds raw materials: cotton, lycra, synthetic fibers. The quality of the fabric directly depends on this.
There are also differences in manufacturing methods. A cooler that has undergone pre-treatment at the material manufacturing stage will have high wear resistance.
Depending on the type of fabric, the cooler is praised or criticized. Customer reviews about the synthetic version of the fabric are mostly negative.
This fabric stretches quickly, the item becomes unusable after several washes. It creates puffs faster.
Thin synthetic jersey tends to stretch, becoming translucent.
What kind of clothes can be made from kulirka?
The variety of fabric types is amazing. Today on the market you can find similar things made from different materials. This will be reflected in the price and quality of the clothing.
Knitwear is the best-selling material. It is used by large enterprises that sew branded items, and small companies that produce inexpensive clothing for general consumption.
Things that are sewn from the cooler:
Based on this table we can conclude that things from the cooler are in every closet. It is safe: it is mainly made from natural fibers.
This allows manufacturers to use it as a material for children's clothing.
Varieties and analogues of cool fabric
Kulirka is produced using several types of fiber:
- Cotton, up to 100%.
- Lycra.
- Elastane fibers.
- Polyester.
- Synthetic fibers.
If synthetics are used in manufacturing, the material loses quality: It can no longer be called natural.
Moreover, it will quickly lose its appearance: it will become thin, stretch out certain places. If it's a T-shirt, it will stretch; if it's trousers, the knees will sag.
But the other side of the coin is its price. Synthetics are the cheapest of all cooler options. Clothing made from it will cost much less than any other.
A cooler with the addition of lycra will cost more, but it quality properties this is justified. Lycra gives the fabric elasticity.
This allows for greater stretch without losing shape even after numerous washes. Fitness items are often made from this fabric.
Important! The preferred option is cotton fabric. When its content is 100%, you can be sure that this item will become your favorite.
The fact is that cotton perfectly allows air to pass through and absorbs moisture. It is natural and does not cause allergies. The body is light and comfortable in such clothes.
Kulirka differs both in the type of raw materials and in the manufacturing method.
It is obtained in three ways:
- Open End.
- Peña.
- Card.
Open End allows you to obtain the most economical types of fabric that are used for sewing underwear.
Production involves the use of waste raw materials. Such material quickly loses its shape and wrinkles.
Peña- on the contrary, it contributes to the creation of a durable and sustainable material. To begin with, the threads are sanded, getting rid of lint.
This process requires more time compared to the previous one, but it allows you to obtain a more durable fabric that does not wrinkle and is resistant to abrasion. It has a glossy appearance.
Clothing made from penye yarn is attractive in appearance and retains its shape even with frequent use.
The fabric lends itself well to coloring, holds the color for a long time: it does not wash out and is less susceptible to fading.
Making things from carde allows sellers to quickly get rid of goods. These fabrics cannot be sanded; they quickly stretch out and become unusable.
However, raw materials are sold at low prices, which makes clothing affordable. Markets are overflowing with kulirka made from carde.
How to care for her?
Care different types the material has its own characteristics. Undyed 100% cotton cooler can be boiled.
To remove stains from such material Bleach may be used. If the fabric is dyed, use a stain remover.
It is recommended to dry any type of clothing made from this material when room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
This will allow the fabric to retain its color longer. It is recommended to turn clothes inside out before washing.
Little trick! Clothing contains labels from manufacturers with icons that determine how to care for the clothing. By following these instructions, you will keep the item in its original condition.
When washing, you can use hot water. You should wring things out carefully and quietly. Strong squeezing promotes stretching. The clothes will stretch out.
You cannot overdry things, they will quickly become unusable and become thinner. Remove them from the dryer slightly damp. Final drying will take place by ironing.
You can iron the cooler using an iron. Cotton fabrics are ironed at high power, synthetic fabrics at low power. The use of a steamer is permitted.
Any type of cooler clothing will last a long time with proper care. Treat your belongings with care, because, as popular wisdom says: you are greeted by your clothes.
Let it be clean and tidy. After all, with proper care, any item will look branded.
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Kulirka- this is the name of one of the types of knitwear, the name of which comes from French word“kulir”, which can be translated into Russian as “bend”. The material of the cooler is a single-layer cross-knitted fabric. Sometimes this fabric is called “fulirka”, but this is incorrect: the correct names for the fabric are kulirka or kulirka.
The basis of the knitting is made up of loops, in which there is a warp and a connecting type broach. On the front side, the stockinette stitch will have a pattern similar to medium-sized and dense vertical braids. If you look at the fabric from the inside out, the pattern there will be different - reminiscent of brickwork.
Kulirka is one of the thinnest and smoothest types of knitwear, valued in the sewing industry for the following qualities:
- Perfect smoothness
- Excellent shape retention
- Excellent stretchability exclusively in width
The composition of high-quality stockinette is natural cotton. Less commonly, they are not added to the fabric. a large number of lycra (within 10%). Lycra is added to cotton in order to increase the finished fabric's resistance to wear, its elasticity and ability to retain its shape.
Modern manufacturers produce coolers of different densities, and the intended use of the fabric will depend on this characteristic:
- According to reviews from professionals, a thin cooler is ideal for sewing linen
- Outerwear is made from fabric with a significant density
The higher the density of the stockinette, the less things wrinkle and the longer they will retain their attractive appearance.
Types of fabric and its advantages
There are three main types of suede fabric:
- Melange kulirka, consisting of threads of different colors, but similar shades
- The surface is smoothly colored. The key advantage of this type of cooler is the widest color palette
- Cooler with a pattern (printed)
Printed kulirka is most often used for sewing children's clothing, since almost any design can be applied to the surface, from silk-screen printing to skillful embroidery. A popular suprem or district cannot boast of such qualities.
The advantages of the cooler also include:
- 100% environmental friendliness, which neither the consumer-demanding “100 PE” fabric, nor the same region, which is, in fact, artificial silk, can boast of;
- In terms of airtightness, the cooler can be compared to the branded material bawelna, from which luxury clothing manufacturers sew things
- The stockinette perfectly absorbs moisture and retains its shape without wrinkles.
It will retain its attractive appearance even after repeated washing and will not lose color saturation and will not stretch in length. The advantages of knitted stockinette include its affordability - you can find clothes made from this type of knitwear in almost any store and buy them at a reasonable price.
The production of knitted satin stitch is based on cotton, which gives it the advantages characteristic of natural fiber. Increasingly, consumers are interested in what kind of fabric it is, because the thin and smooth fabric is an ideal material for adult and children's clothing. There are several types of woven fabric that are perfectly suited to all existing application options: embroidery, silk-screen printing, thermal printing and others.
What is a cooler
Translated from French, “kulirka” means “bend.” Knit fabric is a type of single-layer cross-knitted fabric. The main element of the structure is a loop consisting of a connecting broach and a frame. On the front side, the cooler fabric looks like vertical braids. The back loop design is reminiscent of brickwork. Cooler fabric is the smoothest and thinnest knitwear, which can be made from 100% cotton or with the addition of 5-10% lycra to increase the shape and wear resistance of the fiber.
The weaving cloth is produced with different densities. The thinnest surface is created from 100% cotton with a small addition of elastane. This fabric is used to make linen. Cooler material high density used for sewing outer knitted clothing. Because of high content chemical fibers in dense fabric, the products do not stretch, do not shrink, or wrinkle.
Description
When buying knitwear, the question often arises: what kind of fabric is it? WITH traditional names(calico, cotton, linen) are all familiar. However, when many buyers see the name of the cooler on the label, they are perplexed. Fabric made by machine using stockinette knitting cotton threads produces excellent quality children's, women's and men's clothing. Kulirka knitwear is thin and smooth, so shirts, shorts, T-shirts, and robes made from it are highly valued by connoisseurs.
Compound
As already mentioned, the composition of the kulirka mainly contains pure cotton fibers, but sometimes it is added to it for elasticity. Additional materials:
- Polyurethane. Increases durability and elasticity. Polyurethane has hypoallergenic characteristics and ensures the preservation of the color of the fabric. Even after many washes, a product with this composition will remain bright. The disadvantage of this connection is the fact that after the first wetness the clothes shrink slightly.
- Polyester. Often added together with polyurethane. Thanks to this, clothes do not fade or shrink after washing. Polyester provides cotton fiber with high density. The disadvantage is that the material is hard and hygroscopic.
- Lycra. The additive is used to make clothes stretch better across the width. A cooler with lycra is also called singing.
- Wool, silk. Materials are also sometimes added to the stockinette. Such a connection is rarely made.
Properties
Since the drawstring fabric is double-sided, durability is its main quality. The characteristics of the fabric include good breathability, which allows the body to ventilate and breathe. This property is suitable for making clothes from cotton wool for any season. Waist stitch is especially suitable for babies - in diapers made from such weaving, a child will never develop diaper rash. Knitwear can be colored or plain. Thanks to the unique structure of the weave fabric, the designs on it last for a very long time. Main properties of the canvas:
- strength;
- hygroscopicity;
- wear resistance;
- hygiene.
Does it stretch or not?
Judging by customer reviews, the cuff fabric stretches greatly in width, but hardly stretches in length. This characteristic provides an excellent opportunity to not restrict movement when wearing underwear, a T-shirt or other clothing that fits close to the body. This property also prevents the products from stretching after washing and retaining their shape for a long time, which indicates a long service life.
Production
The manufacturing process of the cooler fabric is controlled at all stages of production. The fabric is made from interwoven knitted threads (cotton plus additional materials). The cooler is made from three types of yarn, depending on the scope of application:
- Peña. Consists of long fibers (80 cm). The most expensive and high-quality raw materials, since the length helps the material keep its shape well.
- Card. The yarn length is medium (27-35 cm). This fabric is less elastic and durable.
- Open end. The shortest yarn (less than 27 cm). It includes residues from previous types of fibers. Used in the field of sewing products that do not require an ideal shape.
Varieties
Cotton fabrics have proven themselves to be a material that can be easily dyed. The stockinette stitch is no exception, and the unique weaving helps create a special decorative effect. The canvas is dyed traditional method, no different from other methods of adding color to fabrics. There are three types of lining fabric:
- Melange knitted surface. Cotton threads are used in its production different colors, which always combine with each other.
- Smoothly dyed fabric. The material is painted evenly, but can be of different colors.
- Knitted stitch with a printed pattern. The canvas is characterized by high surface density. The printed pattern is applied using different technologies.
Advantages and disadvantages
For those with sensitive skin and those who appreciate the comfort of a cooler - perfect fabric. The material has many advantages - it absorbs moisture and allows air to pass through, it is practical and hypoallergenic, strong and durable. Clothes made from stockinette do not require special care, are light, airy and are sold at an affordable price. The variety of colors, styles and the ability to be used in many areas of life are also a big plus for this fabric material. Waist linen has only one drawback: after incorrect washing, the item may shrink in size.
Comparison with analogues
There are many types of knitted fabric, but each one is different. The characteristics of each canvas are such that they are not interchangeable. a brief description of fabrics similar to kulirka:
- Footer. A warm, dense fabric that is smooth on the front side and softly brushed on the back. Knitwear stretches slightly, shrinks noticeably when soaked, and does not form pills. Products made from lining can only be washed at low temperatures up to 30°C. The canvas is recommended for creating warm clothes.
- Ribana. Double-sided knitwear, which is obtained by double cross-knit weaving. The surface of the ribana is structured on both sides in the form of small stripes. The material holds its shape well and only stretches in width. Ribana is usually used to create children's collections.
- Pique. Lightweight mixed-weave knitwear with anti-shrink properties. Products can be safely washed in hot water. Pique is great for creating summer clothes.
Kulirka and interlock - what's the difference?
Interlock is a widely used knitwear. The fabric is obtained by weaving “elastic”, when the back and front columns alternate. Interlock is a double-sided material, which provides it with low elongation in length/width and high density. If the thread accidentally breaks, this knitted fabric almost does not unravel. The fabric is used to make children's clothing, but due to the density of the weave, it is not suitable for a summer collection. Interlock is superior to cooler in strength and wear resistance, but the latter is lightweight and thin.
What do they sew from a cooler?
We figured it out a little, kulirka - what kind of fabric is it, but what is it used to sew? Satin stitch is a universal material. It is widely used for sewing both adult and children's clothing. Thanks to its hypoallergenicity and durability, the weave fabric produces very high-quality underwear, which is appreciated by people with sensitive skin. Clothes made from this knitwear for home use (pajamas, dressing gowns) are of high quality, comfortable to wear and affordable.
Summer clothes made from knitted satin stitch perfectly allow air to pass through, look great in both a tight-fitting and loose cut, and are light in texture. On hot days summer days Skirts, trousers, tunics, leggings and other items made from this knitted fabric are ideal. Since the fabric absorbs liquid well, it is excellent for sewing sportswear. High Quality. Most of the items produced from knitwear are for the youngest consumers:
- hats;
- slips;
- sliders;
- bodysuit;
- baby vests;
- diapers, etc.
Basic rules of care
In order for items made from cotton fabric to last a long time, you need to know the rules for caring for them. Before first use, a new product must be washed. For this purpose, it is advisable to purchase a detergent for delicate washing: powder with a gentle composition or gel. Bleach, stain removers and other aggressive household chemicals can harm the material. Wash by hand or use delicate cycle in a washing machine. Before you do it, you need to take note following rules:
- the water temperature should not be higher than 30 degrees;
- It is better to spin manually using a towel (at least at the lowest speed);
- If there are stubborn stains, they must be removed with laundry soap or using a delicate stain remover.
It is better to dry things not vertically with clothespins, but horizontally on a towel. This is necessary to maintain the shape of the clothing. It is important to avoid exposure to sunlight so that the color of the product remains unchanged longer. Since knitwear does not wrinkle, it is not necessary to iron it. If ironing is required (for example, baby diapers), then the correct temperature regime– 110 degrees. As you can see, the cooler is an unpretentious material. With proper care, items made from this fabric will delight their owners for many years.
Fabric price
The cost of the cooler is low. Finding and buying it today is not difficult. If this knitwear is not on sale in your city, then it is easy to order the material from a photo in the catalog and buy it in an online store. Fabric is often sold online at a discounted price, so such a purchase will be more profitable even taking into account delivery. Average cost of a cooler in stores in the Moscow region:
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Natural materials are pleasant to the body, hygroscopic, and environmentally friendly. They are irreplaceable, children's clothing and much more. When choosing an item or cotton knitwear fabric via the Internet, housewives most often come across the names kulirka and interlock. Which one is better, how they differ and how to care for natural fabrics - read our article.
What is a cooler
Kulirka is the thinnest knitted fabric, which, without losing its shape, stretches perfectly in width and almost does not stretch in length. This is a type of cross-linked single-layer fabric. On the front surface the pattern looks like vertical braids. The reverse side of the cooler has the appearance of dense brickwork. That is, according to appearance the material resembles ordinary stocking knitting.
The fabric can be made from 100% cotton, sometimes 5-10% lycra is added to the fabric to increase wear resistance, elasticity and ability to keep its shape.
There are three types of coolers based on color:
- the printed one has a pattern, it can be camouflage, flowers, vest, geometric patterns;
- - a single-color canvas, which is distinguished by an extraordinary variety of colors;
- is a fabric made of threads of various shades that harmonize or contrast with each other.
All types of embossing, silk-screen printing, thermal printing fit perfectly on the cooler, and embroidery looks harmonious on thick fabric.
Advantages:
- made from environmentally friendly raw materials;
- has excellent breathability;
- perfectly absorbs moisture;
- durable;
- does not shrink after washing;
- does not require special care;
- almost does not wrinkle.
Kulirka is a universal fabric; it is ideal for sewing light and comfortable clothes designed to be worn in the warm season. Shorts, skirts, T-shirts, pajamas, nightgowns, dresses and sundresses are made from kulir stitch. Shirts and T-shirts are sewn for men. Hygiene and excellent breathability make coolers a suitable material for making sportswear.
Rules of care:
- When washing, the water temperature should not exceed 40˚ C.
- You cannot rub the fabric if a stain appears on it; it is better to use a stain remover.
- Clothes from the cooler should be dried inside out, away from heating devices.
- You can iron the products with a hot iron, but if the composition contains synthetic threads, then a gentle mode is necessary.
Advice! Clothes from the cooler will be soft if you use liquid rather than powder when washing. detergents. When rinsing, add fabric softener.
What is interlock
This is a knitwear made from 100% cotton, without a back or front, equally dense and smooth on both sides. The fabric differs from other types of knitted fabrics by the interlacing of loops, which results in the formation of a reliable and durable structure of the material. Interlock has another name - dual elastic.
Advantages:
- has excellent hygroscopicity, excellently absorbs and releases moisture;
- The fabric is easy to wash and iron;
- the fabric is hypoallergenic;
- keeps its shape perfectly;
- does not shrink after washing;
- does not lose its attractive appearance during wear;
- practically does not wrinkle;
- the material is resistant to abrasion and pilling;
- has increased wear resistance due to its density.
Despite the density and excellent heat-shielding qualities, interlock is characterized by good breathability. These properties make the material indispensable when sewing sportswear; it turns out to be very comfortable. Suits, pajamas, dressing gowns, turtlenecks, and clothes for children are made from interlock.
There are rules for caring for this fabric:
- Washing should be delicate, and the water temperature should not exceed 40˚ C.
- Dry interlock clothes under sun rays not recommended; the best option for this is a shaded place.
- It is prohibited to use powders containing chlorine when washing.
- Clothes made from this fabric can be stored folded or hung on hangers.
What is the difference between interlock and cooler?
Both materials are knitted fabric, but there are still differences between them.
Main differences:
- differs from interlock in stretchability: it stretches greatly in width and practically does not change in length. In addition, the cooler takes on its previous shape more slowly.
- Interlock does not contain synthetic or artificial fibers; only natural raw materials are used in production. The composition of the cooler can include from 5 to 10% lycra.
- Interlock is stronger and has greater wear resistance compared to stockinette.
- Interlock does not have a back or front side; it is a double-sided material. The “face” and the back of the cooler are different.
- The difference also lies in the difference in density. Kulirka is much thinner and more delicate, so it is perfect for sewing summer clothes. With the same thickness, the quality of the cooler will be higher.
- If the interlock thread accidentally breaks, the fabric will not unravel.
Which of these two knitted fabrics you choose depends on what the product will subsequently be used for. For example, it is worse for sewing summer clothes due to its high density.