{"title":"Scuba Fabrics | Structured Stretch Knits","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our selection of \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003escuba fabrics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, structured stretch knits known for their smooth surface, substantial body and comfortable flexibility. Ideal for dresses, skirts, trousers, jackets, tops and other garments that benefit from clean lines and sculptural silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scuba-fabric-dark-navy-nadya-toto-designer-deadstock","title":"Scuba Fabric | Dark Navy | Nadya Toto Designer Deadstock","description":"\u003ch1\u003eScuba Fabric | Dark Navy | Nadya Toto Designer Deadstock\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Nadya Toto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eCollection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Designer Deadstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Polyester \/ 10% Elastane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 270 gsm \/ 7.96 oz\/yd²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 152 cm - 60\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Scuba Knit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eWeight Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 = 0.50 meter \/ 0.54 yard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMultiple quantities will be cut as one continuous piece whenever possible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItalian scuba fabric from Nadya Toto designer deadstock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in a sophisticated dark navy. Smooth, substantial and beautifully structured, this stretch knit combines a clean surface with the body and flexibility characteristic of quality scuba fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e270 gsm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the fabric has enough structure to create crisp, defined silhouettes without the stiffness of a traditional woven fabric. Its smooth surface and dense knit construction give garments a polished, contemporary appearance, while the 10% elastane provides flexibility and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike lightweight jerseys that closely follow the body, scuba has greater body and naturally holds its shape. This makes it particularly effective for architectural garment details, clean seam lines, sculptural silhouettes, flounces, asymmetric hems and other design elements where structure is an important part of the finished look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep navy colour enhances its understated, elevated appearance and makes it an exceptionally versatile choice for both minimalist everyday garments and more sophisticated statement pieces. Its smooth, uniform surface also allows the shape and construction of a garment to take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90% polyester and 10% elastane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e provides resilience, stretch and excellent shape retention. With its generous \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e152 cm - 60\" width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it is suitable for a wide variety of apparel projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and sourced from Montréal designer \u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNadya Toto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this genuine designer deadstock textile is available only in limited quantities and may not be restocked once sold out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eFabric Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNadya Toto designer deadstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScuba knit construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep dark navy colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, clean surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium weight at 270 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructured with substantial body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains 10% elastane for stretch and flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent shape retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for clean and sculptural silhouettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e152 cm - 60\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited deadstock quantity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for garments that benefit from a combination of stretch, structure and clean lines, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructured dresses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted dresses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit-and-flare dresses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlounced and ruffled skirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructured tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull-on trousers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeggings with substantial structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardigans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching separates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarments with sculptural or architectural details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScuba is particularly effective for patterns featuring clean seam lines, asymmetric hems, flounces, pleats and other details that benefit from a fabric with enough body to hold their shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend pre-washing before cutting. Machine wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent. Do not bleach. Lay flat or hang to dry and avoid high heat, which can damage the elastane fibres. If pressing is necessary, use low heat and a pressing cloth. Always test your preferred washing and pressing method on a small swatch first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is scuba fabric?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScuba is a smooth, structured knit fabric known for combining stretch with substantial body. Unlike lighter jersey knits, scuba holds its shape particularly well, making it ideal for garments with clean or sculptural silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as neoprene?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Fashion scuba is a knitted textile and does not contain the foam layer associated with traditional neoprene. It offers a similar smooth, structured appearance while remaining more appropriate for garment sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fabric stretch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This scuba contains 10% elastane for flexibility and stretch. We recommend testing the actual stretch percentage before choosing a pattern that specifies a minimum amount of stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs scuba suitable for dresses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its combination of stretch and structure makes it particularly well suited to fitted dresses, fit-and-flare silhouettes and dresses with sculptural details such as flounces or asymmetric hems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does designer deadstock mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigner deadstock consists of unused fabric remaining from a designer's inventory or fashion production. Quantities are limited, and the same textile may not be available again once sold out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere was this fabric made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fabric was made in Italy and comes from Montréal designer Nadya Toto's deadstock inventory.\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shortened_begin2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to the different color variations of each monitor and mobile device, we cannot guarantee the color will exactly match what you see online.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shortened_begin2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gt-block\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for a sewing pattern? \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(173, 111, 54);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lestissees.com\/collections\/sewing-patterns\" title=\"PDF SEWING PATTERNS\" style=\"color: rgb(173, 111, 54);\"\u003eBrowse our PDF sewing patterns for inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gt-block\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShare your makes with the community in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #ad6f36;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/1081127382615321\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFacebook Group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u0026amp; by adding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ad6f36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#LesTissées\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on social media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Les Tissées","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67599211528405,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0451\/3703\/5419\/files\/Scuba-NadyaTotoDesignerDeadstock-3_1.jpg?v=1790818897"}],"url":"https:\/\/lestissees.com\/collections\/scuba-fabrics.oembed","provider":"Les Tissées","version":"1.0","type":"link"}