Ponte is a thick, double-knit fabric with a supportive stretch—it is amazingly comfortable and always looks great! These patterned ponte knits are a perfect match for the Renee Ponte Pants or a Fjord Cardi—these are pieces that you can wear to the office, but they’re so comfy that you’ll reach for them even on your day off! Our sandwashed cupro jersey is lightweight, slinky, and soft, and will make a beautiful Meredith Dress for fall.
We can’t get enough of a classic knit stripe! Our lightweight blue-and-black viscose/spandex jersey has a lovely, fluid drape, so it’s ideal for a comfy top with a bit of drape, like the Waterfall Raglan. These orange- and red-striped fabrics are lightweight sweater knits, so they’re a bit more substantial, with a lovely drape—perfect for layerable, lightweight cardigans like Fuller and Pearl.
If you’ve ever lamented the lack of The Perfect Underwear in your life, Sophie Hines patterns are here to help—and they’re in stock now! Sophie Hines patterns are drafted up to a 72-inch bust and a 72-inch hip, with lots of customization options for a perfect fit, every time. If you’re new to sewing with knits or constructing underwear, the detailed instructions in the Axis Tank, the Perfect Period Panties (great for everyday underpants, too!), and the Median High Waist Knickers patterns will get you started. P.S. You can sew them with your sewing machine, no serger needed!
How to choose the right fabric for underwear? You’ll want to use a knit jersey fabric with great stretch and recovery, so selecting one with a bit of spandex is highly recommended! Viscose/spandex and cotton/spandex are two popular options—we love the fabrics in the photo below for their stretch, recovery, and soft hand. Choosing fabric for underwear is definitely a personal decision, so ordering a 1/8-yard sample is a great way to see and feel the fabric before buying yardage for your project!
No serger? Not a problem! Most sewing machines have an overlock or elastic overlock stitch that will make stitching knit fabrics a breeze. Using a rotary cutter will help you cut knit fabrics accurately. You can sew knits with your favorite all-purpose thread or try our new favorite, Mettler’s Seraflex stretch thread. To ensure successful sewing, choose sewing machine needles specially designed for knit fabrics. Now double-check your pattern’s seam allowances, test your stitching on a scrap of fabric, and you’re ready to sew!
