How to sew coated fabric?

• Coated cotton tablecloth: Ideal for protecting your table from stains while adding a touch of decoration. 
• Waterproof coated canvas: Perfect for creating backpacks, beach bags, dry foot mats or toiletry bags. 
• Baskets and storage accessories: Easy to clean, these accessories are perfect for organizing the home. 
• Aprons and placemats: A practical and attractive solution for the kitchen. 
• Rainwear: From hats to jackets and cape, you can use coated cotton to make a wide range of rainwear. 

• Use a fine, sturdy needle: As waterproof coated cotton is stiffer than conventional cotton, choose a suitable needle to prevent it from breaking. 
• Choose a strong thread: Polyester thread is ideal, as it better withstands the stresses exerted on the fabric. 
• Use pliers rather than pins: This will avoid making permanent holes in the material. 

1.  Prepare the fabric 

• Do not iron directly: Heat can damage the coating. Use a cotton cloth between the iron and the fabric, and iron on the uncoated side. 
• Cut with sharp scissors: A rotary cutter can be an excellent alternative for a clean cut. Coated fabric is very easy to cut because it doesn't leak!
• Avoid folding fabric: Fold marks can be difficult to remove. Instead, roll it up on a cardboard tube. 

• Which needle should I use? Choose a universal needle size 90 to 110 for a good balance between fineness and strength. 
• Which machine foot? A Teflon foot is ideal to prevent fabric sticking to the machine. If you have a double-drive foot, use it. 
• Which thread? Use polyester thread, which is more resistant than cotton thread, especially for creations requiring resistance to humidity. 

• Reduce presser foot pressure: This avoids marking the fabric and provides better feed. 
• Lengthen the stitch: A stitch of 3 to 4 mm avoids perforations too close together, which would weaken the fabric. 
• Don't use pins: Instead, use clips or sewing tape to hold pieces in place. 

• Cleaning with a damp sponge: A simple wipe with a sponge is enough to remove most stains. 
• Machine wash at low temperature only if necessary: If necessary, wash at 30°C without intensive spinning and without fabric softener. We advise you not to wash large lengths. 
• No tumble-drying: Air-dry to avoid damaging the coating. 
• Gentle ironing: Use a cotton cloth between the iron and the coated fabric to avoid damaging the coating, or iron on the cotton side. 

• Use a conveyor foot to prevent the layers from slipping together. 
• Reduce thread tension if the fabric curls. 
• Topstitch the edges to prevent the coating from fraying in heavily used areas. 

How can I prevent coated fabric from sticking to the machine? 

• Use tissue paper under and over the fabric to facilitate gliding. 
• Apply a little talcum powder to the coated surface to reduce adhesion. 
• Add a roller foot if you have the option, as this can help train the fabric more effectively.