Tag: notions

• Fusible Interfacing

  A support fabric with heat-activated adhesive on one side, ironed onto the wrong side of fabric to add body and stability.

• Boning

  Rigid or semi-rigid strips inserted into fabric channels to give a bodice or corset structure, ranging from flexible spiral steel to rigid plastic.

• Elastic

  A stretchable band or cord, usually rubber or spandex core wrapped in woven or knit fibers, used for waistbands, cuffs, and stretch closures.