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Swafing Heike HW26/27 Bündchen Uni Naturweiß 009

Swafing Heike Cuffing

€4.75per 0.5 m

Unit price €9.50 / m · incl. VAT, plus shipping

Heike is the fine rib cuffing from Swafing: closely ribbed knit for sleeves, hems, necklines and waistbands. This is where the range sits together with every colour in stock, so the matching finish for your main fabric is one step away.

Pattern: AW26/27 Uni9 options

Color: Natural White (009)8 options

Swafing Heike Fine Rib Ribbing Naturweiß 009

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Fabric type
ribbing
Material
95 % Baumwolle, 5 % Elasthan
Width
approx. 100 cm
Weight
approx. 240 g/m²
Colour
Naturweiß
Pattern
HW26/27 Uni
Care
  • Wash at 30°CWash at 30°C
  • Iron at low temperatureIron at low temperature
  • Wash without fabric softener or bleachWash without fabric softener or bleach
  • Do not tumble dryDo not tumble dry
Certificate
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
Gewicht
240 g/m²
Breite
100 cm
Farbe
Naturweiß
Manufacturer
Swafing

All 8 variants in AW26/27 Uni

All 132 combinations

About this range

Heike ist das Feinripp-Bündchen von Swafing: fein geripptes Gestrick, das sich weit dehnen lässt und danach wieder in seine Form zurückgeht. Es schließt Ärmel, Saum, Halsausschnitt und Hosenbund an Shirts, Hoodies, Sweatjacken und Kinderkleidung sauber ab und hält den Abschluss über viele Wäschen in Form. Heike läuft farbgleich zu Vanessa, Maike und Eike, gleicher Farbcode, gleicher Ton, also lassen sich Oberstoff und Bündchen ohne Farbabweichung kombinieren.

Sewing tips

  • gemeinsames Vorwaschen von Bündchen und Oberstoff
  • Fadenlauf — Dehnung läuft quer, Streifen quer zuschneiden
  • im Bruch zuschneiden und längs doppelt legen
  • kürzer zuschneiden und gedehnt annähen mit Faustregel (Halsbündchen zwei Drittel bis drei Viertel der Ausschnittlänge, Ärmel und Saum etwas kürzer als der Umfang)
  • Stretch- oder Jerseynadel 75 bis 80, bei mehreren Lagen 90
  • Overlock oder elastischer Stich, gerader Steppstich reißt
  • links bügeln ohne Ziehen, damit die Rippe nicht flach wird
  • farbgleiche Oberstoffe über den Farbcode

Fine rib is the narrowest of the three rib widths you will find here under cuffing fabric. The ribs sit close together, so the finish adds hardly any bulk and lies snugly around wrist, hem and neckline. Coarse rib turns out sturdier, chunky knit sits on jackets and cardigans as a visible part of the design – Heike is the quiet finish that holds its shape without competing with the main fabric.

It is used wherever a garment has to be closed off: shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, sweat jackets, trousers and children's clothes. Because the colours of the range carry the same numbers across the qualities, the cuffing can be chosen to match a sweat or jersey from the same colour card, with no need to compare shades on screen.

For sewing: cut across the selvedge, because that is where the stretch runs, and fold the strip lengthways along the crease. Cut it shorter than the opening – while attaching it the cuffing is stretched and the main fabric stays flat. A jersey or stretch needle and an elastic stitch prevent skipped stitches and burst seams; press from the wrong side without pulling, so the rib keeps its structure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between fine rib, coarse rib and chunky knit?

The three qualities differ in the width of their ribs. Fine rib has the narrowest ribs, adds the least bulk and suits everything that should sit close to the body. Coarse rib shows wider ribs and feels sturdier, on waistbands for instance. Chunky knit is the thickest version and is used deliberately as a visible finish.

How do I find the right cuffing for my main fabric?

Within the Swafing ranges, matching colours carry the same colour number. If your main fabric comes from one of those ranges, simply pick the cuffing in the same number. With fabrics from other manufacturers the colour name helps, and when in doubt a quiet shade such as natural white, grey or black is the safe choice.

How much shorter should I cut the cuffing?

As a rule of thumb a neckband is cut to roughly two thirds or three quarters of the neckline, while sleeve and hem cuffs are cut a little shorter than the opening they close. How far it is stretched depends on the elasticity and is usually stated in the pattern. When in doubt, pin and stretch first, then sew.

Can I use fine rib as a main fabric?

Yes, for hats, snoods, close fitting sleeves or narrow tops cuffing fabric is also sewn over larger areas. Bear in mind that the knit pulls in strongly: a pattern intended for jersey turns out noticeably tighter in cuffing. A test piece, or one size up, saves disappointment.

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