How to Determine Stretch Percentage in Fabric

Learn how to calculate your fabric's stretch percentage.

Posted in: Sewing Tutorials • October 13, 2020

Unsure if your fabric has the right amount of stretch? In this quick video, you'll learn a formula for calculating your fabric's stretch percentage, so you'll know if it's right for your next knit garment.

Formula

stretched to amount - starting amount = X

X ÷ starting amount = Y

Y X 100 = % of stretch

Recommended Materials:

6" strip of knit fabric

Ruler or cloth measuring tape

Pencil and paper

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How to Determine Stretch Percentage in Fabric

Learn how to calculate your fabric's stretch percentage.

Posted in: Sewing Tutorials • October 13, 2020

Recommended Materials:

Put your new skills to the test. Try sewing:

Orlando

Moneta

Mel

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Posted in: Sewing Tutorials • October 13, 2020

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