How to choose the right satin for your sewing? We prepared another article for you in collaboration with our seamstresses, in which you will learn a lot of important information and a simple comparison of different types of satin.
satin material has a high sheen on the face and is one of the most popular fabrics on the market. The fabric is mainly made from filament yarns (natural silk, viscose, polyester, polyamide). The characteristic feature is a beautiful, deep luster. Satin is a very fine material, opaque and completely covering. It is smooth and pleasantly cool to the touch.
We have prepared a simple comparison of different types of satin. Clear tables make it easy to choose the most suitable satin for your sewing.
Cotton satin is made of natural material that absorbs moisture perfectly. And its amazing property is that it doesn't get cold. Sew your bed linen to your liking and enjoyed every night in your bed.
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| Name | Cotton Satin smooth | Cotton Satin stripes |
| Item number |
380908, 920263 | 860083 |
| Suitable for | Linen, pillowcases | |
| Special feature | Natural material. Cotton satin unlike PES satin does not cool. | |
| Elasticity | Firm. | |
| Weight | 140 g/m² | 155 g/m² |
| Certificate | yes ✅ | yes ✅ |
| Sewing | Cotton satin is easy to sew with, size 70 needles are suitable. | |
| Washing | At the washing procedure recommended by the manufacturer 40°C, shrunk by 3%, colorfast | At the washing procedure recommended by the manufacturer 60°C, shrunk by 3%, colourfast |
| Ironing | After washing, it will not iron completely smooth. | Excellent ironing, iron temperature according to the manufacturer. |
Elegantly flowing satin is very pleasant. Make a dress that makes you feel like the star of any party and fits your figure perfectly. If you don't dare to sew more complicated dresses right away, how about sewing a scarf for starters! You'll see for yourself that you'll fall in love with satin like we did.
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| Name | Satin Armano | Satin Crepe | Satin Crepe | Satin elastic |
| Item number |
380650 | 380753 | 860243 | 720781 |
| Suitable for |
Evening dresses, blouses, skirts, dressing gowns | Elegant dresses, skirts, blouses | Formal skirts, blouses, dresses, hair ornaments | |
| Special feature |
It does not wrinkle, feels like silk, very high quality, light and airy. | The surface of crepe satins has a squishy appearance, they are flowing and do not wrinkle. | Fine, flowing, high gloss on the reverse side | |
| Elasticity | Firm, stretches in width and length | Slightly stretches in width, firm in length | Slightly stretches in width, firm in length | Slightly stretches in width, firm in length |
| Weight | 85 - 95 g/m² | 160 - 170 g/m² | 175 g/m² | 100 g/m² |
| Certificate | no ❌ | no ❌ | no ❌ | no ❌ |
| Sewing | It is good to have experience with sewing PES satins, satin is smooth and slippery. When sewing, be careful not to tear the threads, the face side is shiny, needles with a strength of size 70 are suitable. | |||
| Washing | At the manufacturer's recommended washing temperature of 30°C, non-shrinking, colourfast | When washed at the manufacturer's recommended 30°C, the PES satin will not shrink, the satin is colourfast. | ||
| Ironing | Iron on the low setting recommended by the manufacturer, preferably without steam. This may cause unwanted stains on the material. | |||
The stiffer satins are not only suitable for sewing formal wear, but are also popular for sewing home textiles. Bring a touch of luxury into your home and sew curtains or bedspreads.
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| Name | Satin slightly stiff | Satin stiff | Satin extra stiff |
| Item number |
720780 | 380716 | 380538 |
| Suitable for |
Formal blouses, skirts, dresses, dressing gowns, hair ornaments, underwear | Wedding dresses, skirts, bedspreads, curtains | |
| Special feature |
Fusible, high gloss | Solid, glossy, holds its shape | More glossy, holds its shape |
| Elasticity | Firm in width and length | ||
| Weight | 75 g/m² | 165 g/m² | 220 g/m² |
| Certificate | no ❌ | no ❌ | no ❌ |
| Sewing | It is good to have experience with sewing PES satins, satin is smooth and slippery. When sewing, be careful not to tear the threads, the face side is shiny, needles with a strength of size 70 are suitable. | ||
| Washing | When washed at the manufacturer's recommended 30°C, the PES satin will not shrink, the satin is colourfast. | ||
| Ironing | Iron on the low setting recommended by the manufacturer, preferably without steam. This may cause unwanted stains on the material. | ||
Use satin for sewing evening dresses, lining, underwear and nightwear. The fabric is also very often used for sewing wedding dresses, tuxedos, ties, elegant shirts or decorative appliqués. The luxurious sheen of satin can be used for interior decoration, e.g. to make satin bed linen.
We'll tell you how to care for satin to keep it looking luxurious! If you care for the fabric properly, you will prolong its longevity, colour and beauty. Satin requires gentle handling. Hand wash or use mild detergents (ideally liquid) and choose only gentle washing. Iron satin ideally over another thicker fabric or at a very moderate temperature without steam. Steam would cause unwanted stains on the fabric. We recommend using a thin size 70 needle for sewing.
Did you know that even your choice of fabric can affect your mood? A satin dress makes you feel luxurious and elegant, a satin chemise makes you feel sexy. According to beauty experts, even sleeping in satin sheets can affect your beauty in some way. Don't you believe it? Try it out! Because satin is softer to the touch, sleeping on a satin pillow won't irritate your skin too much. And because the fabric isn't as absorbent, it won't strip your skin of its natural moisture. And your hair will reward you with its beauty. Sleeping on a satin pillow makes your hair more hydrated, shinier and the ends don't fray as much. The satin elastic is the perfect companion for your hair throughout the day. The sleep set, which includes a satin pillowcase and elastic band, is also an ideal gift for every woman.
