MASTERCLASS
Joyful JERSEY
We have been loving jersey everything recently, they are perfect for tops and dresses throughout the season
We made this stunning dress in Love Sewing 145
The word jersey is often used interchangeably for a variety of knit fabrics, but not all jerseys are the same. Most have a 4-way stretch but some have 2-way. Typically, jerseys are fabric blends, but some are not. So, with such variation, how should we approach sewing with jersey?
For anyone who hasn’t worked with Jersey before, you’ll be relieved to read that it is not as difficult to work with as it may first seem. Whilst there are many varieties of jersey (cotton, polyester, interlock etc), there are some universal techniques that hold true across the range. Here are some top tips for mastering this versatile genre of fabric: