stiffen or add body to fabric, such as the interfacing used in shirt collars and cuffs
strengthen a certain area of the fabric, for instance where buttonholes will be sewn
keep fabrics from stretching out of shape, particularly knit fabrics
Interfacings come in a variety of weights and stiffnesses to suit different purposes. They are also available in different colours,[1] although typically interfacing is white. Generally, the heavier weight a fabric is, the heavier weight an interfacing it will use. Interfacing is sold at fabric stores by the yard or metre from bolts, similar to cutting fabric. Sewing patterns specify if interfacing is needed, the weight of interfacing that is required, and the amount. Some patterns use the same fabric as the garment to create an interfacing, as with sheer fabrics.[2]
Interfacing has three main 'types': woven, non-woven and knit. Each is designed to behave differently. Some interfacings are loosely-woven muslin-type fabrics, often stiffened with a layer of chemical additive or starch. A woven interfacing can match the grain of the fashion fabric, enabling it to retain a similar handle and drape. Non-woven interfacings are made from fibres that are bonded or felted together. [3]
Historically, hair canvas,[4][5]Wigan[6] and Buckram[7][8] have been used for interfacing. Most are made from cotton or cotton-polyester blends. They tend to be very inexpensive.[9]
Fusible interfacingedit
Most modern interfacings have heat-activated adhesive on one or both sides. They are affixed to a garment piece using heat and moderate pressure, from a hand iron for example. This type of interfacing is known as "fusible" interfacing.[2] Non-fusible interfacings do not have adhesive and must be sewn by hand or machine.
Referencesedit
^ abMoyes, Pat (1999). Sewing Basics: Creating a Stylish Wardrobe With Step-By-Step Techniques. Taunton Press. pp. 67. ISBN9781561582662.
^ abCreative Publishing International (2009). Complete Photo Guide to Sewing: 1200 Full-Color How-to Photos. Creative Publishing International. p. 70. ISBN9781589234345.
^Hackler, Nadine (1990). "INTERFACING" (PDF). College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. University of Kentucky.
^Threads magazine. Jackets, Coats, and Suits from Threads. p. 32.
^United States. Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce (1930). Cotton Fabrics and Their Uses, Volym 18. p. 13.
^United States. Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce (1930). Cotton Fabrics and Their Uses, Volym 18. p. 22.
^Arnold, Janet. Queen Elizabeth's Wardrobe Unlock'd. p. 151.
^United States. Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce (1930). Cotton Fabrics and Their Uses, Volym 18. p. 8.
^David Page Coffin (1998). Shirtmaking: Developing Skills for Fine Sewing. Taunton Press. p. 8. ISBN978-1-56158-264-8.
January 01, 1970
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