Velsoft: types, features of choice and recommendations for care

Today the textile market is represented by a huge selection of materials that are used both for sewing clothes and for making various accessories. At the same time, velsoft deserves special attention. Despite the fact that this type of fabric is synthetic, it has excellent performance characteristics, is affordable, and is in no way inferior in quality to cotton and linen.

Velsoft, or, as it is also called, microfiber, is a modern material that is produced in the form of a soft canvas with medium or long pile. Outwardly, this fabric bears a resemblance to terry, fleece and velor. But unlike them, velsoft is softer and more delicate, since its fibers have different characteristics and structure. This material was first made in Japan in 1976, based on polyamide. Thanks to modern technologies, the production of fabric has improved over time, and at the moment it is produced with a maximum fiber diameter of 0.06 mm.

Many, touching velsoft, confuse it with knitwear, but in fact it has nothing to do with this fabric, since other raw materials are used for its manufacture.In addition, velsoft outwardly looks like a terry cloth, but this impression is deceiving, since polyester threads are used for its production, and cotton threads are used for terry cloth. This material differs in composition from fleece. Its threads undergo a special treatment, as a result of which they acquire an increased density. The canvas turns out to be light, not electrified and keeps heat well.

The chemical composition of velsoft is simple, it contains only polyamide. Due to the fact that the density of the material is 300g / m2, things sewn from it are debts in operation and do not lose their original appearance even after numerous washes. The fabric is produced in various types and shades; products with beautiful patterns and unusual colors are very popular and in demand. Of these, children’s clothes are usually sewn, and a monochromatic material is used to make decor items, blankets and other wardrobe items.

Velsoft has received many positive reviews due to the following advantages of the fabric.

• Lightness and weightlessness. The canvas acquires this effect thanks to a special production technique, in which the space between the microfiber strands is filled with air. This gives the fibers more bulk.
• Soft and delicate structure. The microfibers of the fabric undergo a special treatment with technical grease.
• Durability. The material does not stretch, does not change its original shape, and is resistant to mechanical stress. In addition, the canvas remains bright for a long time. After washing, it does not fade, as its threads are dyed with ecological and sustainable dyes. The fabric is also not prone to pilling.

• Health safety. Despite the fact that the linen contains lint, it does not retain odors and does not collect dust. When in contact with the epidermis, such tissue does not cause allergic reactions. Polyester, which is the main component of the material, is not suitable for the formation and vital activity of fungi and harmful microorganisms. Therefore, velsoft is completely antibacterial.
• High thermoregulatory performance. The fabric is not only pleasant to the touch, its fluffy and long pile retains heat well and heats up the body quickly.
• Air permeability. Since the material has a porous structure, its fibers do not overheat, and the body in microfiber products breathes.
• Easy maintenance. After washing, velsoft clothes dry quickly and do not wrinkle.

At the moment, you can find many types of synthetic fabrics on sale, but velsoft is significantly different from them. This applies not only to its design, but also to its performance. Depending on the structure of the fibers, the material is divided into several types:

• pile (sometimes with medium and long pile);
• lint-free (ultrasoft);
• unilateral;
• bilateral.

In addition, the fabric is distinguished by its softness and decorative appearance. Now velsoft with the texture of the fur of some animals and other materials is very popular. The material also differs in color.

• Monochrome. The canvas has only one specific color. There are no ornaments and drawings on it. Most often, garments for adults are made from this type. Outwardly, it resembles knitwear.
• Printed. The surface of the fabric is decorated with bright and unusual patterns. It is well suited for sewing various interior items, warm blankets and rugs. There is also a drawing in the design of the material, but it is applied using printing. In this design, the fabric is striking in its variety of patterns.They can be decorated in both pastel and contrasting bright colors.
• Large-patterned. It is also called velsoft jacquard. This is a furniture fabric, which is distinguished by large patterns and patterns placed over the entire surface of the canvas. This type of microfiber is obtained using a special technique of weaving multi-colored threads. There may also be small patterns on the fabric.
• Pressed. In the manufacture of this type of fabric, the pile is laid in a different direction using a unique technology, creating various ornaments. The density of this material is up to 280 g / m2, the width of the fabric does not exceed 200 cm. It is usually used for sewing blankets and rugs.

Slippers, hats, sweatshirts, trousers, pajamas, as well as dressing gowns for children and adults are usually sewn from a beautiful and soft fabric, which is called velsoft. In addition, microfiber makes excellent products for newborns in the form of blouses and winter overalls. Velsoft clothes are in great demand, as they perfectly retain heat, do not wrinkle and do not lose color after washing. Also, this material is often used when it is necessary to sew a blanket, blanket or baby blanket. Decorative soft pillows are also beautiful.

Needlewomen sewing at home use the material in the manufacture of fluffy and soft toys. An insulating lining for clothes is also made of microfiber. The only thing is that it is difficult to sew products from this fabric on your own, since during cutting the fabric crumbles and crumbles heavily. In addition, you should have special skills for creating seams, since the threads can cover not the base of the fabric, but its pile.

At home from velsoft it is recommended to sew products according to simple patterns, giving preference to ultrasoft. It is much easier to work with and is more likely to end up with a nice pillow or blanket. To create decorative items, it is best to choose a fabric that imitates fur. It will make both an original blanket and a small rug. Velsoft opens up huge opportunities for creativity, so you can experiment with it in various styles and sew any things.

Before you buy fabric for sewing or products from velsoft, you need to know where you plan to use them. It is important to select the pattern and color scheme not only according to personal preferences, but also take into account their combination with the decor in the room (this applies to bedspreads, rugs and blankets). In addition, it is important to pay attention to the size of the canvas. For example, for sewing blankets, a 200 × 200 mm canvas is required, it fits perfectly on a double bed, but it will be too large to be used as a cape on the shoulders. For decorating armchairs, it is advisable to give preference to dense material in neutral shades.

You need to buy high-quality fabric, so you should carefully consider its folds. In the event that the canvas has areas with a wiped or oily look, it is necessary to refuse from the purchase, such a product will not last long. In addition, the presence of lowered loops and asymmetry of the pattern is not allowed on the material, this all indicates the poor quality of the fabric. It is recommended to purchase one-color velsoft for sewing children's, men's and women's suits at home. It can also be used to make warm and soft slippers. Microfiber with a long pile can be used as blankets and towels, in terms of its characteristics it is in many ways superior to ordinary terry.

Today velsoft is represented on the textile market by both domestic and foreign manufacturers. Well-known brands use the most modern technologies in the manufacture of microfiber, thanks to which the material is durable and strikes with design. The fabric produced by the Finnish company Marimekko received good reviews.She annually replenishes her collections, suitable not only for sewing clothes, but also for decorating interiors. High-quality material is sold at an affordable price, so everyone can purchase it and make any idea come true.

Velsoft, which produces Turkey, looks stylish and modern. Textile factories Yunsa, Soktash and Ayildiz export both fabric in linen and finished microfiber products in the form of blankets, blankets and designer clothes. This product is distinguished by its original print and contrasting colors. Turkish bathrobes, overalls and pajamas are very popular. In addition, you can independently sew soft and delicate towels from the material, which are not inferior in quality and price to terry cloth.

The fabric of domestic production is no less popular. Russia is represented by such well-known brands as Tex-Design, Globus and BioTex. Despite the fact that the products are synthetic, they have good thermoregulation, soft, wear-resistant, and absolutely safe for health. Collections of these manufacturers are distinguished by a special design, they are most often dominated by robes, towels, rugs and blankets. Moreover, depending on the season, the drawings and patterns on the canvases change. For spring and summer, products are produced in contrasting colors with flowers and bright patterns, and for autumn and winter - in warm and neutral colors.

Velsoft has excellent performance characteristics. Caring for it is simple, you can wash microfiber in automatic mode at a temperature of +30 degrees. For washing, it is recommended to use ordinary powder intended for mixed and colored fabrics, you cannot use bleaching preparations containing chlorine. After washing, velsoft dries quickly and does not wrinkle, which is ideal for those housewives who iron. If desired, the product can be lightly ironed from the inside out with a warm iron or steamed. Since it is a synthetic material, it cannot be ironed at high temperatures, otherwise the fabric will be damaged.

Velsoft is in great demand, it has received positive reviews from many housewives. Young mothers most often buy baby blankets for discharge from the hospital and are satisfied with the quality of the fabric. Such products can be used for more than one year, they do not change their shape, color and size. In addition, babies love clothes and blankets made of microfiber because they are warm, pleasant to the touch, and resemble a soft toy. Adults appreciated velsoft - such wardrobe items as bathrobes, home suits and pajamas create comfort and reliably protect on cold evenings.

For information on how to wash clothes from velsoft, see the next video.