Best Tricot Fabrics
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Here are our tricot fabric reviews.
1. Swimwear and Intimates Lining
This line of tricot fabric is available in three different colors- white, black, and a beige nude color. This fabric is lightweight, is partly sheer, and is made from 100% polyester. Tricot is a great choice for lining many different kinds of workout and active wear clothing, swimwear, lingerie, and more.
- This fabric features 40% four-way stretch
- Machine wash, tumble dry on low heat
- Available in 58” widths
2. 108″ 40 Denier Tricot
This line of lining fabric comes in fifteen solid colors. Some of these color choices are actually quite vibrant. This fabric is semi-sheer and is great for lining many different apparel items. Tricot fabric is a good choice for lingerie, for lining costumes and formal wear, and more.
- Fabric is available in wide widths (108”)
- Hand wash, drip dry
- This very lightweight fabric is 100% nylon
3. 108″ Nylon Chiffon
This very lightweight fabric is 100% nylon. As the name implies, it is available in a wider width than many other fabrics. This fabric is available in both white and black, and several pastel hued colors as well.
- Features 20% stretch across the grain
- Fabric is sheer and drapes well, which makes it a good choice for many different apparel items including petticoats, lingerie, costumes, dancewear, and more
- Hand wash, let drip dry after
4. Pine Crest Fabrics Stretch Tricot Knit Prints
Tricot fabrics don’t just come in solid colors. This line features unique prints that are quite shiny. The fabric is medium weight and is made from 80% nylon and 20% spandex. The fabric’s stretch would make it a good choice for sewing dance and active wear, costumes, lingerie, leggings, shorts, and more.
- Features 20% four-way stretch
- Available in 58” widths
- Hand wash, lay flat to dry after
5. Pine Crest Fabrics Matte Tricot
This medium weight fabric comes in some pretty fantastic colors, as well as darker solids, and neutral colors like beige. As the name implies, the fabric features a matte finish. This fabric would be a great choice for making tons of different apparel items. Sew tops, leggings, shorts, active wear, dance wear, lingerie, and more!
- Fabric is a blend of 80% nylon and 20% spandex
- Available in 58” widths and features 20% four-way stretch
- Fabric should be hand washed and lain flat to dry afterwards
Tricot Fabric Buying Guide
Tricot is a great choice if you’re looking to line an item. Tricot isn’t just used for lining intimates, lingerie, and swimwear. Tricot can be used for so much more. Depending on the line of fabric, tricot can also be used to line formal items. Fuller petticoats can be made from tricot. Aside from lining, tricot can be used to make many different apparel items, depending on the weight of the fabric.
Budgeting for Tricot
Tricot tends to run on the less expensive side. Tricot can usually be purchased for under ten dollars per yard, with many lines of fabric well under that mark. Some can even be found for under five dollars per yard. Other medium weight tricot fabrics might be a little bit more expensive, between fifteen to twenty dollars per yard. Even lightweight tricot fabric is known to be quite versatile and durable, which helps stretch your dollar as well.
Sewing with Tricot
Tricot is, generally, a stretchy fabric that usually stretches along the width of the fabric. Sewing with stretchy fabrics isn’t always the most fun thing in the world. If you’re a beginner sewer, there are some great tutorials, videos, blogs, and articles that can really give you some useful tips on how to set your sewing machine, what stitch width and type to use, which products might help stop slipping around, and more. Even advanced sewers sometimes get frustrated, so don’t give up, and don’t shy away from trying!
Recommended Reading:
- Chapter 1: The 7 Sewing Essentials for Beginners
- Chapter 2: The Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Machines
- Chapter 3: The Ultimate Guide to Setting up your Sewing Room
- Chapter 4: Everything You Need To Know About Sewing
- Chapter 5: Sewing Fabric 101: A Virtual Tour of the Fabric Store