Elastics

Shop Quality Sewing Elastic At Spotlight

Spotlight offers a wide range of sewing elastics for you to create a new design or replace the elastic in your current garments. Elastic is a valuable tool and is found in the waistband of skirts, pants and sometimes jumpers and shirts. This makes it a valuable addition to any sewists toolkit. With elastic you can make a whole range of comfortable clothing garments as well as textiles accessories such as bags and pillowcases. It's particularly useful when crafting garments for growing children who require stretch that expands as they grow.

Explore Elastic For Sewing Your Next Project

Elastic is used in a variety of sewing projects - this includes garments, costumes and even accessories like bags. At Spotlight, you can find the right sewing elastic to bring your creative vision to life. Whether you're looking for elastic cord, fashion elastic, shirring elastic, hat elastic, swimwear elastic or clear elastic, Spotlight has elastic for every sewing creation. Shop the range of elastic online, where you can find a great range of widths and colours, available in convenient pre-packs or sold by the metre.

Find A Range Of Wide, Thick And Thin Elastics To Suit Your Needs

With an incredible variety of elastics on offer, you can also explore a range of different types of thickness when it comes to your elastic for sewing. If you're after something more subtle, it's best to go for a thinner elastic. On the other hand, if you need elastic for a waistband, a wide thick elastic is your best option.

Select Elastic Ribbon And Bands For Sewing

Much like regular elastic, elastic ribbons and bands allow for stretching and flexibility when used in your projects, however they feature a more decorative finish. They are often used on visible waistbands and in dance shoes, more specifically for ballet shoes.

Sewing Elastic FAQs

What are the different types of elastic?

When it comes to the construction of the elastic, there are 4 main kinds: knitted elastic, braided elastic, woven elastic and non-roll elastic. Each have different advantages, so select according to your project's requirements.

• Knit elastic: Great for lightweight fabrics, or for clothing that requires a full range of motion - such as underwear or sportswear. Soft, comfortable, stretches well.
• Braided elastic: Features excellent stretch and can be sewn directly into your chosen fabric. Ideal for waistbands and sleeve cuffs, or when a more heavy-duty finish is required.
• Woven Elastic: Identifiable by its horizontal ribs that run the length of the elastic, woven elastic narrows when stretched and can weaken when sewn through. Best suited to use on light to mid-weight fabrics, stitched into a casing.
• Non-Roll Elastic: Excellent stretch and recovery, maintaining shape even after repeated wash and wear. Eliminates the rolling and twisting of cuffs, for a more comfortable and refined finish to your garments.

How to sew elastic?

There are many different methods for sewing elastic into your garments - for example, elastic can be encased within a waistband or sewn directly into your material. If you're sewing elastic by machine, choose a stretch machine needle for the best results. Many sewing patterns will indicate the recommended type of elastic and correct sewing method for your project.

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Find the right elastic for your garment and fashion projects at Spotlight. Enjoy the convenience of shopping online and have your order home delivered, or head into your nearest Spotlight store to shop the range of elastic.

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