What Is Cotton Elastane Ribbing and What To Make?

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Are you interested in learning more about 95% cotton 5% elastane ribbing and what you can make with it? If that's the case, you've come to the right place! I'll explain what 95% Cotton 5% Elastane Ribbing is and share some creative project ideas in this blog post. Continue reading to find out more!

What Exactly is Cotton Elastane Ribbing?

Cotton elastane ribbing is a versatile knit fabric that comes in a variety of widths and smooth or textural rib finish. It is available in both round (tube) and flat.

This European-made ribbing in my collection is soft and stretchy, with 2-way stretch. Ribbing can be used for a variety of creative projects, such as cuffs, collars, and waistbands. Because of the elastane content, the ribbing has good elasticity and return and is frequently used to trim hoodies, jackets, and other apparel.

Cotton elastane ribbing can range in weight from 200gsm to 600gsm, with 220-280gsm being the most common.

Other Names for Cotton Elastane Ribbing

• Cotton Spandex Ribbing
• Cotton Lycra Ribbing

Benefits of Cotton Elastane Ribbing

• Absorbent
• Breathable
• Soft
• Subtle Drape
• Comfortable
• UV Protective
• Biodegradable
• Eco-Friendly and Sustainable

How to Use Cotton Elastane Ribbing

• As trim on t-shirts, hoodies and jackets
• As cuffs on jumpers and joggers

Care Instruction for Cotton Elastane Ribbing?

Cold Wash / Line Dry / No Bleaching (including optical brighteners and whitening agents*) / Low Tumble Dry / No Dry Cleaning / Low Iron*Some laundry detergent include optical brighteners and whitening agents. This is a fluorescent substance added to detergents in order to produce a whitening effect on laundry which acts like bleach and can change, lighten or cause blotchy discolouration in fabric after washing.

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Sewn and Photographed by Emily Tomlinson