Baptiste: description and composition

Refined and airy cambric is one of the most beautiful fabrics on a par with lace. It is not only attractive in appearance, but also very pleasant to the touch. And it is also a truly royal fabric, which was previously only worn by ladies from high society. Now almost any woman can buy such material. Therefore, many people want to know information about him.

It is difficult to say who was the first to create this fabric. Legends that are completely dissimilar to each other tell about this. The main one says that originally thin and graceful fabric appeared in India. From there, local traders brought material to European young ladies. From it the maids sewed both linen and bedding for the ladies. In addition, ball gowns and elegant hats were decorated with translucent cambric. However, the fabric got its name only in Europe. When a local craftsman figured out the secret of making this material, they began to produce it in Flanders. It was in honor of the weaver J. Baptiste Cambrai that this noble material was named.

And here's another interesting fact. In some European countries the material is not called cambric, but cambric. Also in honor of the master, but a little differently. The description of this material is found in many novels of that time. For example, in Dumas's novel, the scarf that D Artagnan had picked up was made of cambric.

This simple detail was actually very important. In those days, cambric was made from linen fibers by hand. The process was laborious, and the fabric, accordingly, was very expensive. Therefore, only a very noble and wealthy lady could afford to wear and lose cambric handkerchiefs.

Over time, the production of fabrics began to be dealt with by machines in factories. Therefore, cambric began to be produced on an industrial scale, spending less money on it. Batiste production is now established in most civilized countries.

As already mentioned, cambric was previously made from the finest linen threads, twisted together. Now, like jersey, it is sewn with the addition of synthetics. Many people criticize this approach, but it has a definite advantage. For example, the addition of synthetic fibers makes the material more durable and does not lose its shape after wearing.

In addition, modern cambric products are much easier to care for. Moreover, in addition to the usual cambric, there is also an exclusive fabric, which is still created by hand. It looks much more refined, but it also costs several hundred more.

This sophisticated material has many competitive advantages.

1. First of all, this material just looks beautiful. Even lace or guipure cannot compete with him.
2. Batiste is perfectly breathable, so even on the warmest day it will not be hot in a translucent blouse.
3. Batiste, due to its subtlety, is very light. Therefore, clothes made of this material are also practically weightless, and it is very comfortable to walk in them.
4. Like all natural materials, this fabric is hypoallergenic. This means that even a person with very sensitive skin will not have a rash or redness on the body after wearing such an outfit.
5. The production of fabrics is thought out in such a way that when the fabric is worn or even cut, the threads from its edges do not spill out.
6. Despite its sophistication, the material is very easy to clean. It is easy to wash and dries as quickly as possible.

There are very few disadvantages of this material. The only complaint against him is that unscrupulous manufacturers do not hesitate to counterfeit this material and sell these fakes at exorbitant prices.

Having examined the properties of this fabric, you can move on to its individual subspecies.

As the name implies, this type of fabric is distinguished, first of all, by its whiteness. This material is used to sew children's underwear, baptismal sets, nightgowns and even wedding dresses. Many people like to decorate bleached cambric with hand embroidery. Both white satin and classic colored patterns are equally popular.

This type of cambric can be recognized by its characteristic shine and its even color. The fabric is always solid. Here the craftswomen do without any patterns. But they are not needed, because the fabric already looks amazing. This type of fabric is most often used for sewing festive tablecloths and bed linen.

This type of cambric always looks original and unusual. Unlike the previous versions, it is decorated with embossed patterns and embroidery. Sundresses and dresses are most often sewn from this fabric.

This type of fabric gives off increased strength. Moreover, we are talking here not only about density and the ability to withstand any wash, but also about color fastness. It is about the purchase of such fabric that we can say with confidence that this is a profitable investment. Due to its strength, the material is very popular among housewives. Napkins, furniture covers, potholders, tablecloths, pillowcases and other interior items are sewn from this material.

It is worth talking separately about what can be made from different types of cambric. Modern industry allows the production of so much cambric that it is enough for home decoration and for sewing luxurious linen. Designers who create exclusive outfits appreciate this material for its incredible smoothness and rich fabric color. It is from the finest cambric that eminent couturiers create the most incredible wedding dresses, evening blouses and miniature handbags.

Bleached cambric is used to create unique wedding dresses, mercerized cambric is used for sewing designer jewelry, and lingerie is made from the thinnest fabric.

For them, cambric also creates a huge variety of things.

• Underwear. Here we are talking about both everyday kits and options for a "special occasion".
• Clothes for home and sleep. This category includes all kinds of pajamas, thin nightgowns, bathrobes.
• Baby clothes. It also talks about everyday outfits, in which the baby is comfortable even in the first days of life, and about baptismal outfits.
• Summer sets. In hot weather, both women and men try to wear things from light and thin fabrics. Baptiste is no exception. Light men's shirts, floor-length sundresses or dresses are sewn from it.
• Accessories. If earlier the main decoration of the costume was considered a thin cambric shawl, now there are much more options. In order to diversify your image, you can use cambric embroidered handbags, gloves or exquisitely decorated hats.

Although cambric is unpretentious to care for, some tips will come in handy when working with it. So that a thing does not wear out quickly, it must be treated very carefully. If you have free time and opportunity, then This fabric is best washed by hand. If this is not possible, then the product must either be packed in a special bag for washing, or washed in a gentle mode. It is not recommended to wash any other materials at the same time as cambric dresses.

Also, you should definitely stop using harmful powders and bleaches containing chlorine. Also, do not dry things in direct sunlight. You need to iron delicate fabrics when it is still slightly damp. Thin cambric will decorate any woman, and make any room incredibly beautiful and homely. This fabric has been popular for many centuries, today's times are no exception.

For an overview of the fabric, see the next video.