How to care for staple fabric

What is a staple?

Today, a fairly wide range of staple fabrics is produced not only by Russian, but also by foreign manufacturers. South Korean and Indonesian manufacturers are recognized as authoritative in this matter - their fabrics contain mainly cotton and viscose, and synthetics are used only to improve the properties:

• increasing elasticity;
• elimination of shrinkage;
• reduce creasing.

The main types of staple:

• Classic is a mixture of natural cotton and viscose - 50/50 (rarely 60/40). For elasticity, 10% Lycra was later added and the ratio became 50/40/10. Modern manufacturers create fabrics according to their individual norms, so the percentage can be changed at their discretion.
• Cotton or pure cotton (100%), in addition to its positive qualities, easily wrinkles and loses elasticity.
• Viscose staple, although, strictly speaking, belongs to artificial materials, but has good hypoallergenicity, antistatic and hygroscopic properties.

Restoring the shape of a baseball cap after washing

The fabric of the baseball cap that gets wet as a result of washing loses its original shape. To restore it, you need to do the following:

1. Moisten the fabric well.
2. Place the baseball cap on a suitable frame.
3. Straighten the matter in the most careful way, since the result will depend on this.
4. Leave to dry in this position.

As a drying frame, you can use:

• an ordinary glass jar for 3 liters;
• a balloon of a suitable size;
• a round salad bowl turned upside down;
• special forms for hats, etc.

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With an iron

Straightening a crumpled cap with an iron is not an easy task. It is convenient to flatten fabrics that can be ironed, using not the ironing board itself, but one of the available tools:

• undersleeve;
• a hard roller tightly rolled out of towels.

When using an iron, avoid:

• smoothing folds;
• ironing things when folded;
• deformation of the crown;
• ironing the visor.

Ironing on the front side is carried out only through gauze or other additional fabric.

Steamer application

Using a steamer, it is even easier to smooth the cap than with an iron.

In order for the thing to straighten out, it is advisable to use a uniform: the baseball cap put on it will straighten out and restore its shape under the action of the steamer.

The temperature regime on the device must be set taking into account the material of manufacture. For synthetics - the minimum, for cotton - higher.

Before you start steaming, you should make sure that the product has no contraindications to this procedure.

How to wash so that you don't have to iron?

Products with a dense upper part and a rigid visor cannot be machine washed, they are cleaned by hand.

The best cleaning effect is achieved when treating difficult areas with an old toothbrush. To prevent the product from losing its shape, it can be starch. In this case, you will not have to iron the cap at all.

A special solution is used for starching. Cooking procedure:

1. Prepare a container, it is better - a deep basin.
2. Pour in starch (100 grams).
3. Pour in cold water (120 grams).
4. Pour in hot water (0.9 l).
5. Stir until smooth.
6. Leave to cool the starch solution.
7. Moisten with solution. The most convenient way is to simply dip it into the prepared solution, holding it by the visor. It already has a seal and does not require additional starch.
8. Put on a baseball cap on a frame that matches the size.
9. Spread out very carefully.
10. Leave to dry completely.

Description of fabric: composition, properties, characteristics

The classic composition of the material is cotton and viscose in a 1: 1 ratio.

Less commonly, you can find a ratio of 40% viscose to 60% cotton or 100% cotton staple.

To improve elasticity, manufacturers add stretching lavsan to the fabric, its share in the composition cannot exceed 20%.

The staple is an elastic, elastic fabric that fits exactly to the figure, flows beautifully, forms soft folds and airy feminine flounces. The fabric is characterized by softness, density, smooth and even surface.

The range of colors includes all possible bright colors and delicate shades, floral patterns, geometric ornaments, children's drawings on the surface.

Actions after washing

Washing woolen clothes correctly is only half the battle.

It is equally important to dry them properly.

You need to take out unwashed clothes from the car carefully, transferring them to a large basin (then you need to let the water drain, and then lay out the thing to dry in a horizontal position)

Since you cannot actively squeeze out, all the more, you cannot dry wool in the washing machine, first you need to leave the washed and rinsed items in a large basin so that water can drain from them.

For drying, woolen things are not hung on hangers or a rope with clothespins, but laid out on a flat horizontal surface in a straightened form, placing a large terry towel or an old sheet under them. If the clothes are very wet, then it is advised to first wrap them in a towel and soak well, and then lay them out on a dry cloth. During the drying process, the fabric backing sometimes has to be changed several times, and things must be turned over.

Long-pile wool products (angora, mohair) wrung out with a towel are advised to shake slightly to remove excess water and straighten, and then gently roll up, pack in a plastic bag and place in the freezer for 2-3 hours. Such a shock procedure before drying will return spectacular fluffiness to your favorite things.

To speed up the drying process, you can place evenly folded (adults) or neatly straightened (children) items on the radiator

Room temperature is considered optimal for proper drying, but you can speed up the process by placing evenly folded (adults) or neatly straightened (children's) things on the radiator. To prevent them from getting dirty and deformed, it is also recommended to lay a soft, non-fading, well-absorbing fabric under the wool.

A radiator or hair dryer will help dry woolen clothes faster, but should not be overused. Temperatures above 60 ℃ and low humidity lead to fragility of wool fibers, the appearance of yellow spots. It is better to dry slightly damp things with an iron, setting on it the temperature regime recommended for wool (medium - 2 points). The fabric should be ironed from the wrong side through dry gauze or a cotton rag soaked in a mild vinegar solution to prevent shiny marks.

It is not recommended to iron things with an openwork knitting pattern, bulky embossed details

It is recommended to wash finely knitted woolen things only by hand, and dry them exclusively at room temperature when unfolded. To restore their airiness and fluffiness, after drying, you can lightly comb the pile with a soft brush.

Woolen items that have been washed and dried should be stored evenly folded.

Hanging sweaters on a hanger in the closet will stretch them under their own weight. It is much more convenient and safer to keep them folded on a shelf. At the same time, thicker and heavier things are put down, and lighter and thinner ones - on top to prevent the appearance of folds, creases and marks from folds.

Do not forget to put some homemade moth repellants (bags of dry lavender, cotton swabs with fir oil, citrus peels, etc.) near the woolen clothes.Place special scent sections or traps for safety. If clothes are stored in the closet for a long time, be sure to take them out from time to time, shake them off and ventilate them.

Those who know how to wash woolen things correctly rarely have to deal with the problems of changing the size of clothes.

To save a stretched sweater, you can wet it again and, laying it on a horizontal surface to dry, return its shape by picking up the fabric with your hands.

It is almost impossible to cope with stretching, but if the woolen thing has sat down, that is, it has decreased in size, then it is advised to iron it through a damp cloth, gently pulling out every detail during the ironing process. Of course, you do not have to wash woolen things so often, but you should approach this issue with caution.

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Scope of the staple

The staple is a popular material for the light industry. They are widely used for sewing comfortable wardrobe items. They are durable and beautiful. The popularity of the staple has increased so much in recent years that some manufacturers pass off synthetic fabrics as it.

Care should be taken when choosing a fabric. A staple cannot be cheaper than 250 rubles per square meter. Quality materials, along with Russian textile workers, are produced in Turkey and Indonesia. Korean manufacturers also appreciated the fabric and set up production.

Staple with print

For the summer season, the material is most preferable. Products pleasantly cool the skin, do not lose the brightness of colors in sunlight and look great up close.From a staple, I sew women's and men's clothing equally successfully. A great option is using ethnic colors and motives. Sundresses or summer dresses to the floor, men's light shirts, shirts - this is not a complete range of products.

Women shirt

There is no age limit here. Everyone will find their own color scheme - printed drawing, or calm pastel colors for office work.

Men's shirt

How to bleach cotton

A significant disadvantage of this light-colored fabric is that it quickly turns yellow from external factors, exposure to moisture, and frequent washings. There are certain folk methods that allow you to return your favorite T-shirt or bedding to a beautiful appearance.

Lemon

Lemon juice will remove yellow and gray stains on clothes. The substances contained in this fruit act aggressively, therefore they are not suitable for delicate and delicate fabrics, old clothes. Would need:

• dissolve the juice of 2 fresh lemons in 10 liters of hot water;
• soak light-colored items for 6 hours;
• rinse in warm and then cold water;
• leave to dry.

The method is only suitable for white. If you experiment with colors, there is a high chance of fading.

White vinegar

Vinegar will not only remove yellow and gray stains and plaque, but it will also soften fabrics and make them feel good to the touch. It is easy to use: add half a glass of 9% to the detergent compartment if an automatic wash is to be done. If it is manual, then the laundry is soaked in a solution of 0.5 cups of vinegar per 10 liters of water.

Eggshell

Suitable for use in a typewriter only. Collect as much eggshell as possible, choke finely. Placed in a cloth bag and tied. Placed with clothes in the drum of the machine.

Lemon peel

With lemon peel, you can remove fresh spots that have a specific location. The thing is slightly moistened, rubbing with the peel with gentle movements in one direction. After it is rinsed with vinegar solution.

Staple history

On the territory of the former USSR, in the 50s of the last century, they began to produce a new fabric. The name "staple" came from Germany, at that time the country was practically the leader in Europe in textiles. For the production of new materials, they learned to use waste fibers and threads.

Polka dot staple

Soviet craftsmen, summarizing the experience of German textile workers, have developed a new type of material. At first, the staple consisted of cotton and viscose, later it was decided to add lavsan threads. The result from the use of fibers of different quality and properties - the material had a low cost. The fabric quickly became popular among women. The strength of the threads gave a guarantee of up to 10 years in wear. Almost the entire assortment was sewn from it - from casual clothes to evening dresses.

Important! The advantages of the material are hygiene and hygroscopicity, it is produced entirely from the remains of waste from the main production of natural materials. The demand was so great that its production quickly became mass-produced.

They sold fabric at an affordable price. Today, the staple is almost as popular and in demand. The cost is in the budget range, the changes affected only its composition

The demand was so great that its production quickly became widespread. They sold fabric at an affordable price. Today, the staple is almost as popular and in demand. The cost is in the budget range, the changes affected only its composition.

What are staple fabrics?

The name of this material is of German origin, which translates as "stack". This is due to the fact that short textile fibers are used for their production, the length of which does not exceed 45 mm, laid in the appropriate way. To fasten them together, special technological methods are used, as a result of which a soft plain weave fabric is obtained.Its properties are determined by the composition of the threads, which can be:

1. Natural (cotton);
2. Artificial (viscose);
3. Synthetic (lavsan, polyester).

Since the staple fabric was most often made from the pieces of yarn left over after the manufacture of materials based on long fibers, its cost was low, and its consumer properties were very good. Regardless of the composition, the staple material has:

• density;
• subtlety and lightness;
• softness;
• the ability to drape well;
• comfortable to touch;
• wear resistance;
• durability of color;
• hygroscopicity;
• breathability.

However, it must be remembered that the staple material also has its drawbacks. The most significant of these is large shrinkage. Before opening, this fabric must be decated. If an inexpensive product is purchased from a little-known manufacturer, then you should be prepared for the fact that after washing it will decrease in size. At the same time, this fabric is not suitable for creating voluminous silhouettes and wrinkles a lot.

In addition, the properties of the staple are substantially dependent on its composition. The most common staple blended material is half cotton and half viscose. Such fabric is very beautiful, hygienic and comfortable, but it loses strength when wet. A common additive is also polyester fibers, which give elasticity and elasticity to fabrics, their content usually does not exceed 10%. It should be noted that the composition of the fibers may differ for different manufacturers - from completely cotton fabric to synthetic, which, of course, significantly affects its properties.

Staple care

Despite its high wear resistance and strength, the staple fabric requires extremely gentle care. Therefore, in order for things to last more than one season, you must adhere to the following rules:

During hand washing, do not rub or pull the fabric too much. It is better to use not hot water.

• Since the staple is extremely fragile when wet, it is absolutely impossible to twist it after washing. It is better to hang your clothes so that the water runs out by itself, as a last resort, you can slightly squeeze the fabric.
• For a machine wash, choose a delicate cycle with a low temperature of up to 40 ° C. As a detergent, it is better to give preference to soft powders, and during rinsing, use a special rinse aid that will prevent the clothes from shrinking after washing. You should also avoid machine spinning and drying, otherwise you can get an incomprehensible something instead of clothes.

• Drying is expected after washing. For this, it is better to prefer places in the shade.
• Since the staple fabric wrinkles quite easily, it must be ironed. Ironing is allowed from the seamy side through gauze or other fabric, so as not to leave shiny stripes. It is better not to push or pull on the fabric, otherwise you can quickly stretch things.

Before washing, the laundry is sorted into white and colored and according to the degree of soiling. Dusty things are shaken out, the dirt is brushed off. Be sure to check if there are any pins or needles in the clothes, otherwise they may injure your hands during washing. Inspect pockets, shake debris out of them, etc. Hooks, buckles and other metal fasteners should be ripped open so that they do not leave rust stains. Some types of buttons may deteriorate after washing, so they need to be stripped off. Washing with a grass brush preserves the skin of the hands, but do not use a brush that is too hard to avoid damaging the fabric. Before use, a new brush should be poured over with boiling water. 16 kg of dry laundry of medium dirtiness requires about 400 g of soap, and when using washing powder, a little less.

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Washing parameters for staple products

The more natural fibers in the staple composition, the more the fabric shrinks.

Before you wash a staple, you need to pay attention to the information on the product label about the composition of the material, the suitability for washing and the conditions of such processing. The proportions of cotton, viscose and lavsan may differ depending on the type of clothing and the technology used in its production.

The likelihood that a staple shrinks after washing can be determined by the amount of natural fibers in it. The more cotton in the material, the greater the shrinkage. Special impregnations and the presence of lavsan in the fabric are designed to prevent this effect. However, the risk of a decrease in the volume of the product remains, which should be borne in mind when choosing the washing parameters.

Staple items are usually suitable for hand and machine processing. In this case, you should adhere to the following washing rules:

1. Water temperature - up to 40 °.
2. The operating mode of the washing machine is delicate, with a minimum intensity of rotation of the drum, without spinning and drying.
3. Do not rub or twist staple items too much during hand wash.
4. Washing will be more effective if you first treat the product with lukewarm water and diluted washing powder. In this case, the traces of the greatest dirt can be wiped off with a sponge or a soft-bristled brush.
5. The washing powder must match the color of the product. However, it is best to use liquid detergents and gels. The composition of detergents should not contain bleaching and other aggressive substances. You can also add special anti-shrinkage agents to the water.

It is necessary to squeeze the products from the staple manually, without twisting and strong compression, while observing caution and accuracy. You can simply hang clothes in the bathroom and let excess water drain naturally.

Washing polyester items in different ways

Many synthetics and blended items are best hand washed. But the hostesses still ask questions, is it possible to wash polyester in a washing machine and at what temperature to wash

It is important to understand that, for example, a coat made of wool with the addition of polyester should be washed in a completely different way than curtains made of 100% synthetics.

To understand how best to wash, pay attention to the tag that is on each item. From the video, readers will learn what the symbols on the clothing tags mean:

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There are situations when the tag on the clothes has come off or worn out from time to time. There is nothing wrong with that, it is enough to follow the recommendations below.

Machine wash

Before you start washing, learn a few important rules:

1. Read the labels carefully (if any). Perhaps only manual cleaning is permissible for the item.
2. For 100% polyester and filled jackets, use liquid detergent and softener instead of powder. Then things will remain soft and pleasant to the touch. The air conditioner also prevents the build-up of static electricity.
3. Sort items by color, type of fabric and turn inside out before loading into the drum. Especially delicate laundry and clothes are best placed in a special washing cover.
4. If there are stains on your clothes, remove them manually first. To do this, you can use soapy water, a cloth, or a soft brush. Light dirt can also be removed by using the "Prewash" mode.
5. Select only Delicates, Hand wash or Sport (for sportswear) programs. For jackets, use an extra rinse cycle to completely remove the detergent.
6. The optimum water temperature should be in the range from +30 to + 40 ℃. The number of revolutions of the drum during spinning is from 600 to 800.

Handwash

To hand wash polyester, use water at the same temperature as machine wash. Too hot liquid will ruin the structure of the fabric, so use a thermometer and watch the temperature when filling the washing container.

The detergent must be mild, suitable for synthetic items, with a color-protecting function. First, soak the clothes, let them sit for a while in the soapy water, then rub gently with your hands. Rinse your outer clothing several times, changing the water, so that the filler is completely free of detergent.

You do not need to wring out the outerwear by hand, just gently remove excess liquid with your hands by placing the jacket or coat on the bottom of the tub. Then hang the outerwear on a hanger and place it over the bathtub to drain the remaining water.

Remember: Polyester cannot be washed in hot water or bleached. Heat and bleach damage the fiber structure of the fabric.

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Removing stains

Stains of any origin are manually removed from the polyester surface. If they are not old and the degree of contamination is low, use a soapy solution - it is safest for the fibers.

Drying and glazing

Dry synthetic clothing in a ventilated area out of direct sunlight. It is not recommended to place things on or near batteries. Lightweight items are dried as usual: on dryers or on clotheslines. In order not to iron blouses or trousers, hang them on a hanger, just like jackets or coats.

There is no need to iron 100% polyester garments. As a last resort, this can be done through a thin, damp cotton cloth. The temperature of the iron should be moderate, within the range of +110 ℃.

Mixed garments should be ironed according to label recommendations. Usually you can find on them a symbol in the form of an iron with one dot inside, which means the minimum temperature for ironing.

Try placing the iron on an inconspicuous area of ​​clothing before ironing. If the fabric begins to melt, iron the garment through a damp gauze or cotton cloth.

Polyester is easy to wash and care for. The main thing is to remember the nuances of handling things made of 100% synthetics and mixed materials.

What to sew from a staple?

Staple materials appeared simultaneously with rayon, but they became a real fashion hit in the fifties of the last century. This soft, lightweight and vibrant fabric was perfect for the then fashionable long flying skirts, fluffy ruffles and pleats, and the variety of colors and affordable prices made it a real hit for the summer seasons. In addition to all kinds of dresses, sundresses, blouses, skirts for women and children, men's shirts, dressing gowns and pajamas, bed linen and even a school uniform for girls were sewn from staple

The advent of elastic and wrinkle-resistant synthetic fabrics has somewhat reduced the demand for staple fabric, which requires constant ironing and careful washing. Nevertheless, the comfortable and soft staple has retained its popularity for homewear and dresses "in the heat"

Currently, the choice of staple is quite large. On sale there is a fabric not only from domestic manufacturers, but also material from abroad, mainly from Turkey, South Korea, Indonesia and, of course, China. Fabrics of reputable manufacturers (South Korean and Indonesian) contain mainly cotton and viscose, a small addition of synthetics is used only to increase the elasticity of the fabric, which is always indicated in the description. A special treatment is often used to eliminate shrinkage and reduce creasing

Among the offered types of staple, special attention is attracted by:

• polished, smooth and shiny surface which makes it suitable for elegant and even wedding dresses;
• cotton, completely consisting of cotton and possessing high hygienic qualities, hypoallergenicity and smoothness;
• pich (peach), with a soft and velvety texture;
• printed, with bright and varied patterns, etc.

The increase in the prestige of fabrics with a natural composition and a change in the point of view of their inherent bruising, which no longer testifies to negligence, but to a certain style, made the staple a relevant brand. This material works very well for retro, boho chic, vintage looks, and there are a number of apparel manufacturers that specialize in using this group of fabrics. Everyday and elegant dresses, blouses, tunics, skirts, sundresses, light, spacious trousers are sewn from it, and even used as a top material for making bright and unusual coats and jackets.

Well, of course, they continue to sew various dresses, sundresses and home clothes from the staple, which creates comfort and allows everyone who has the skill in sewing to show their imagination. However, when planning to buy a piece of staple or a finished product from it, you always need to ask what kind of fabric you are offered, what is its composition and what processing was used for it. As a rule, cheap fabrics contain a high percentage of polyester or are completely synthetic, and one should not expect from them softness, cooling effect and comfort. 100% cotton fabric, which is produced mainly in European countries, gives a strong shrinkage, mainly in length, so you need to buy it "with a margin" of at least 5%.

Before cutting, the staple fabric should be rolled. To do this, the cut must be soaked in cool water, then dried and ironed wet through gauze from the inside out, without stretching the canvas and moving the iron in the transverse direction.It should also be remembered that the softness of this material can create problems when sewing and cutting, so you should only start sewing from a staple after you have acquired basic skills in working with simpler fabrics. When choosing a model, you need to give preference to spacious, freely falling silhouettes with folds, draperies, voluminous sleeves. As home textiles, this soft fabric is rarely used, although bright, hygienic and pleasant to the touch bedding sets made of staple are in steady demand.

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Application and care

What is sewn from a staple?

Have you always dreamed of a floor-length flared skirt? Then a staple - the fabric just for your idea. Delightful summer sundresses and skirts, flowing and with soft folds, are obtained from it. Flounces on blouses or voluminous sleeves made of this fabric look beautiful. Outfits made of staple do not fit the body, but flow over it, giving the silhouette airiness and mystery. And most importantly, in clothes made of staple, you can feel comfortable even in the heat, since it allows air to pass through very well.

In addition to women's summer outfits, this material makes excellent men's shirts, nightgowns, pajamas and home clothes, as well as very comfortable outfits for the smallest family members.

Washing a product from a staple

It is necessary to wash the staple at low speeds with a mild detergent composition and at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees. If there are stains or particularly dirty areas on the product, then carefully wipe them with a solution of powder before washing. In general, the care for this fabric will be the same as for viscose. It is necessary to squeeze the product very delicately so as not to stretch or provoke shrinkage.

As mentioned above, fabrics tend to shrink after washing. The more natural fibers in the composition, the more this disadvantage manifests itself.

Therefore, if you are going to buy a cut for sewing, then for each meter of fabric, you need to add another 5 cm for shrinkage. And the finished thing should be bought one size larger.

We cut and sew

Before opening the fabric, it is better to soak it in warm water, then wring it out slightly, wrap it in a cotton blanket or sheet, after straightening the folds

After the staple is practically dry, it should be gently ironed with an iron through a dry cloth. When ironing, start with the contours, and then dry the middle

In this case, it is important to ensure that the matter does not stretch. After this procedure, you can not be afraid of fabric shrinkage in the future.

The same method is suitable for maintaining the shape of the finished product.

And if such complex maneuvers are not for you, then you can simply increase the pattern in length by four centimeters.

Ironing the product

You can iron staple products only from the inside out and only through gauze or other non-thick fabric. This will help keep the garment in shape and avoid unsightly shiny streaks on the surface. More details above.

How to properly wash cotton items in the washing machine

Cotton can be machine washed, but only if the correct temperature setting and detergents are selected. Otherwise, the threads in the fabric may deteriorate, resulting in cracks and small holes.

Temperature regime

The temperature should not be too high, but even at low temperatures, you should not hope for a good result. Optimum for medium-hard fabrics will be about 60 degrees, and for thin fabrics - up to 40 degrees. White bed linen is washed in the "For white cotton clothes" mode, the maximum water heating is set.

How to choose the right washing mode

The washing mode is selected depending on the type of material, whether there is heavy dirt on it. If we are talking about white materials, then the "Full wash mode, automatic" is suitable. For colored fabrics, set the mode with an average temperature "For colored fabrics".

For shrinkage

Shrinkage occurs when the wrong temperature is selected and spinning occurs at high speed, automatic drying. Therefore, if you need to slightly shape the fabric, then they are chosen.

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So that cotton products do not lose their original shape, it is impossible to choose a spin of more than 600 rpm, but it is better to do without it. Automatic drying is also discouraged.