GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is by far our favourite eco credential. GOTS stands out from all other eco credentials due to is its holistic approach to ALL stages and processes that are involved in creating ethical fabrics.
Organic Cotton Tubular Ribbing Fabric in Purple
Every time we see purple we cant help but think of a poem by Jenny Joseph: When I am an old woman I shall wear purple.
Our purple cotton ribbing fabric is ideal for sewing cuffs and neckbands and also is a perfect match both to our t-shirt weight purple cotton jersey
Unlike 2×1 rib knit fabric, tubular ribbing fabric comes knitted as a long tube or a sock if you prefer, just without the toe bit. To use it, cut the tube open and voila, 70cm wide 1×1 ribbing.
£11.50 per metre
Availability: 1m in stock
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Fabric description
Pantone colour of the year 2022 Very Perri, a beautiful shade of purple.
Our cotton ribbing are all organic GOTS certified and come with matching t-shirt weight jerseys.
Use this tubular ribbing for cuffs and neckbands on jersey t-shirts and jumpers.
Tubular means it is it is knitted in a long tube, like a sock but without the toe bit. To use it, slash the tube and open the fabric. It will measure 70cm wide, so not always possible to use it as a main fabric
Tubular ribbing in comparison to 2×1 rib knit fabric is fairly flat and is little bit thinner due to lack of visible ridges. This makes is perfect option for trims on your t-shirts.
Fabric facts & care
- 98% Cotton, 2% Elastane
- Width: 35cm
- Weight: 265g/m2
- Stretch: 70%
- Two-way stretch
- Machine wash at 40°
- Do not tumble dry
Eco credentials
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Every gosh-darn item in the Good Fabric shop has been handpicked to meet the highest possible sustainability standards.
From our flannels to our buttons, our velours to our gauzes, we’re helping you create a conscious, handmade wardrobe.
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