Metallic Fabric
Every fabric we sell with metallic yarn, foil or sequins: metallic jacquards, tissue and stripe organza, crushed foil, metallic knit and sequinned georgette. For evening, occasion and costume wear.
- Jacquard, organza, foil, knit and georgette
- Gold, silver, copper and jewel colours
- For evening and occasion wear
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Guide
Metallic Fabric: Which One for Your Project?
Every fabric we sell with metallic yarn, foil or sequins, how they compare, and tips for sewing shiny fabrics.
Which metallic fabric?
| Metallic jacquard | A woven pattern with metallic yarn and a stiff fall, 140 cm. Great for: structured skirts, jackets and formal wear. |
| Metallic organza | Crisp, sheer tissue and stripe organzas, silk blends, 110 cm. Great for: sarees, overskirts and sleeves. |
| Metallic crushed foil | Light, floaty nylon with a crushed foil finish, 145 cm. Great for: draped skirts, dresses and layers. |
| Metallic knit | A very shiny stretch knit, 148 cm. Great for: close-fitting dresses, tops and costumes. |
| Metallic chiffon | Semi-sheer chiffon with a silver foil print, 145 cm. Great for: soft layers and draped dresses. |
| Sequinned georgette | Sequins on a soft viscose georgette. Great for: evening, bridal and christening wear. |
| Metallic tulle | Tulle with a metallic sparkle. Great for: layered skirts and veils. |
What to make with it
- Evening, party and cocktail dresses
- Mother of the bride and groom outfits
- Jackets and statement skirts
- Sarees and saree blouses
- Stage and costume pieces
Choosing a colour
Metallics change with the light, and a gold or silver can look warmer or cooler in person than on a screen. We recommend ordering samples before you buy.
Cutting
- Cut as a single layer, right side up, with every piece facing the same way: the shine changes with direction.
- Use pattern weights, or pin inside the seam allowance only, as pins can mark metallic yarn and leave holes in foil.
- Most metallics fray, so finish the edges soon after cutting.
Sewing
- Use a fresh needle, and change it often: metallic yarn blunts needles quickly. A stretch needle for the knit, a fine needle (size 70) for organza, chiffon and foil, and size 80 for jacquard.
- Thread: polyester for the knit; good-quality polyester or mercerised cotton for jacquard; a fine mercerised cotton for organza, chiffon and foil.
- Sew a test seam first and try not to unpick, as needle holes can show.
- Line garments where the fabric sits against the skin: metallic yarn can feel scratchy, and rubbing wears foil.
Hems
- Jacquard: overlock the edge, turn up once and catch stitch by hand, or face the hem.
- Organza: a deep double hem on skirts, or hand-rolled on sleeves and wraps.
- Foil and chiffon: a machine baby hem or a hand-rolled hem.
- Knit: a twin needle or stretch blind hem.
Pressing
Don't iron metallic yarn or foil: heat can dull the metal and lift or cloud the foil. Finger-press seams open as you sew, then, if you need to, steam lightly from the reverse with the iron held well clear. Test on an offcut first, and see our fabric care guide.
Questions
What metallic fabrics do you sell?
Metallic jacquard, tissue and stripe organza, crushed foil, metallic knit, metallic chiffon, sequinned georgette and metallic tulle.
Which metallic fabric stretches?
Our metallic knit, which is 95% polyester and 5% spandex.
Can you iron metallic fabric?
No. Heat can dull metallic yarn and lift foil. Finger-press and, if needed, steam lightly from the reverse with the iron held clear.
Which metallic is best for a saree?
Tissue organza, a sheer, shimmering silk blend.
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