Cluny Panne Velvet Knit

Rich teal and brown etched with gold airy botanical print panne velvet knit, deadstock from an LA designer. A type of crushed velvet, panne is produced by forcing the pile in a single direction by applying pressure resulting in a soft overall crushed texture.  Lightweight with a soft velvety hand, silky smooth on the back side, a fluid drape with crosswise stretch, and excellent recovery. Cut for nap, 24" repeat. A fabric to dress up or down; right for a top, t-shirt, dress, skirt, cardigan, hoodie, jacket, kimono, or soft pants. 

Do NOT put in the dryer as the heat can erase the texture.

Sewing & Pressing Tips:
Mark with tailor’s tacks. I use embroidery thread for this as it does not pull out easily. Take one stitch through the fabric leaving ¾” tails. One stitch only. Then gently separate the layers and clip the threads. Or, mark with a dressmaker’s pencil, making a dot at each marking. I lick the pencil to give it a bit more color and lasting power. The biggest sewing challenge is to keep the fabric from shifting as you sew. My preferred method is to use a walking foot in combination with spray adhesive like 505 Spray. Cover your work surface with paper, and carefully mask off the seam allowance with paper. Spray a light consistent amount of spray within the seam allowance, then carefully line up the edges, right sides together and stitch. This is quick and works beautifully. It is a little-known secret of couture houses that for years the seamstresses have relied on similar spray adhesives for just this purpose.

Pressing: Keep a light hand, use a LOT of steam, and use a clapper.

poly/spandex (educated guess)
59"