Sewing / Tailoring / Stitching : Lining Materials Discussion, Queries

Shilu · Sep 7, 2009

Hi All,

i need your suggestions on selecting a lining material for georgette and chiffon blouse pieces. i was thinking of crepe as a lining. please suggest.

Thanks
Shilu

saheli3 · Sep 7, 2009

Hi Shilu,

I personally always opt for 2*1 or 2*2 material for lining blouses. The reason being, they are more skin friendly, absorb sweat and the blouse will last longer and more comfortable. Some even go for lizy bizy. Hope this is helpful.

Shilu · Sep 8, 2009

Thanks Sunitha for the nice suggestion. i will go with the 2*1 material.initially my concern was that of comfort, shape and the blouse not to look transparent. i hope this material is good enough for the concerns i have.

Thanks
Shilpa

saheli3 · Sep 8, 2009

Hi Shilu,

Try once and you will see that it is not a bad choice. For a very expensive material, you can use 2*2. Otherwise 2*1 is good enough. All your concerns will surely be gone.

swativerma · Sep 8, 2009

Hi,

I have been using buttercrepe as lining for salwar kameez and blouses for years...I find it very skin friendly and comfortable. You may try that too.

Thanks
Swati

Shilu · Sep 9, 2009

Thanks Sunita and Swati. i will either go for 2*2 or crepe depending on the exact matching material.

new · Sep 9, 2009

Can You Please tell me what is the exact name given for 2*2 in USA. And is 1 yard enough for using as a lining for a saree blouse?

Thanks.

Shilu · Sep 11, 2009

Hey buddy,

i am getting my blouse stitched in India, i dont really know what 2*2 is called in USA.

-Shilpa

sabarimathi · Sep 13, 2009

hi new,

in USA, u have to look for the material type. Go for a 100% cotton . Try in Joann or walmart. I have seen such materials though i feel that they are slightly thicker than our regular 2/2 or 2/1.

1 yard = .9 metres. = 90 cms. For blouse, we normally need atleast 80 cms. So, u can get 1 yard itself. In USA, u get a wiser width of 42-44". So, if u are smart u can make a paper draft and determine the actual yardage required . It could even be 3/4 th of a yard.

gsatya · Sep 14, 2009

Ready made Blouses

Dear All,
I want a suggestion whether to stitch blouse or buy ready made blouse. which is cheaper? if I want to buy a ready made blouse what are all specifications I should be aware?

Thanks with Regards.
Satya....