{"title":"Crepe Fabric","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt Fabrics Galore we have a high quality collection of crepe fabric for you to choose from. The attributes of crepe fabric can satisfy the most selective of sewing projects. The textured surface is versatile as it doesn’t crease and can be heavy enough to wear all year round. Ranging in colours and prints, you’ll find a suitable style for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"more\" class=\"toggle active\"\u003eread more\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan id=\"less\" class=\"toggle\"\u003eshow less\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"show-more\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of fabric is Crepe?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can tell a crepe fabric apart from other fabrics thanks to its characteristic textured appearance and the body of the drape. In most cases, crepe fabrics are lightweight, making them the perfect choice for creating stylish garments such as dresses and tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins of crepe fabric \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe word crepe is French for a small thin pancake which features the textured appearance which makes crepe fabric so distinctive. Previously used as a fabric for mourning garments in days gone by, crepe is now a classic dressmaking fabric \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eas it has a lovely natural drape, ideal for a more figure-hugging look.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the different types and weights of crepe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe term crepe fabric coves a multitude of fabrics ranging from a widely-known crepe de chine which is a very light-weight version commonly made of silk to a Crepe Back Satin, with one side which is very smooth and shiny and the reverse is matt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA triple crepe is a heavier type of crepe with all the same features as any other crepe such as the texture and the drape. Triple crepe is perfect for making dresses, skirts and trousers for Autumn and Winter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble weight crepes are a medium weight version better suited to tops, blouses and skirts ideal for warmer weather. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is crepe fabric made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCrepe fabrics\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e have been woven in a certain way whereby the yarn is tightly twisted to create a rippling rough texture. It can be made from natural fibres like cotton or silk, or from synthetic fibres like polyester or rayon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is crepe fabric used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-p1\"\u003eCrepe is most often used for dressmaking as it has excellent drape and swish, It  is perfect for occasion and evening wear such as a wrap dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-p1\"\u003eBut what makes crepe even better for the wearer is that it doesn’t really need ironing, making it perfect if you are moving around and don’t want to sit down one minute looking smart, and then stand again only to look crumpled.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs crepe fabric stretchy? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt usually has quite a lot of give and can be quite stretchy depending on the composition of the individual crepe. Crepe Georgette is often considered one of the stretchier types of crepe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of crepe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrepe dress fabric needs very little\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ironing, making it perfect if you are moving around and sitting down. With good drape, it is slimming. Even better it is a soft and comfortable fabric to wear even though it is brilliant for formal wear. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to wash crepe and does it shrink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-p1\"\u003eYou should wash fabric according to the fabric composition. A wool or silk crepe is going to be more sensitive to higher temperatures than a polyester crepe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-p1\"\u003eMost of our crepe fabrics at Fabrics Galore are 100% viscose or polyester like our triple crepes, so can be washed at 30 degrees on a normal wash cycle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs crepe fabric good for summer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! Using crepe fabrics for dressmaking projects can certainly enhance your summer wardrobe. Not only is crepe lightweight, soft and comfortable, but it also provides a slimming effect with an elegant fall, making the fabric ideal for creating summer dresses to be worn at parties or formal events. It is probably too warm for really hot summer weather. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"show-more\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMake beautiful clothes with our Crepe fabrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\nOur crepe dress fabrics are ideal for making clothes, as the flowy drape material works well for dressmaking. Here at Fabrics Galore, we want to make the search for your perfect crepe fabric as easy as possible. If you need a specific colour or print, use our filters to narrow down your search and save time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan’t find what you’re looking for? Give one of our team a call on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:020%207738%2095892\"\u003e020 7738 9589\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand we will help you find your fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\/\/ \u003c![CDATA[\njQuery('.toggle').click(function() {var tabId = jQuery(this).attr('id');jQuery('.toggle').addClass('active');jQuery(this).removeClass('active');jQuery('#show-more').removeClass('more');jQuery('#show-more').removeClass('less');jQuery('#show-more').addClass(tabId);});\n\/\/ ]]\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dressmaking-polyester-triple-crepe-bright-red","title":"Dressmaking Polyester Triple Crepe - Bright Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric Composition - \u003c\/strong\u003e100% Polyester\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBright Red Crepe Fabric\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis versatile triple crepe fabric is manufactured using finer yarns subjected to a high degree of twist allowing the fabric to perform with strength as well as having a fluid drape. 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