Lycra is just another name or brand name for spandex. It is used to designate fabrics for swimwear, sportswear or dancewear. These are usually made of polyamide with an elastane content of 18 to 25 percent. This makes them very elastic and snuggles up to the shape of the body.

Jersey knit, also known as tricot, is a knitted cotton fabric, mostly with elastane. Its light and soft feel makes it the most popular fabric for t-shirts. But jogging pants, hats, dresses and much more can also be sewn from it.

This outdoor fabric, or backpack fabric, is versatile. It's water and dirt repellent, making it ideal for backpacks, bags, utility pouches, and much more. This outdoor-friendly fabric has a light texture, is robust, and completely durable. The fabric has a good texture and sews very well.

Laminated or coated fabrics are printed cotton fabrics whose printed side is subsequently made water-repellent with a thin acrylic or PVC coating. PVC-coated fabrics usually have a smooth surface and are stronger and thicker than acrylic-coated oilcloths. The advantages of both fabrics are that they are water-repellent and durable. The fabric edges don't fray and therefore don't need...

French terry, also known as summer sweat, is a stretchy fabric. Unlike other fabrics, it is not knitted or woven, but rather warp-knitted. This creates the typical looped texture on the inside. The fabric drapes softly and is very comfortable to wear; it is slightly firmer and has a better grip than jersey. French terry is perfect for sweatpants or hoodies.