{"title":"Sewing Elastic NZ","description":"\u003csection id=\"ds-elastic\" aria-label=\"Sewing Elastic NZ\"\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e#ds-elastic{max-width:1120px;margin:14px auto 24px;padding:20px 23px;border:1px solid #dfddd5;border-radius:12px;background:#fbfaf7;color:#263b34;text-align:left}#ds-elastic *{box-sizing:border-box}#ds-elastic h2{font-family:inherit;font-size:24px;font-weight:650;line-height:1.25;letter-spacing:-.02em;margin:0 0 10px;color:#263b34;text-align:left}#ds-elastic p,#ds-elastic li{font-size:14px;line-height:1.65;margin:0 0 12px}#ds-elastic .ds-links{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin:14px 0}#ds-elastic .ds-links a{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;min-height:42px;border:1px solid #d5d8cf;border-radius:24px;padding:8px 14px;background:#fff;color:#263b34;font-size:13px;font-weight:650;line-height:1.4;text-decoration:none}#ds-elastic .ds-links a:hover{border-color:#a91d35;color:#a91d35}#ds-elastic .ds-links a:first-child{background:#263b34;border-color:#263b34;color:#fff}#ds-elastic a{color:#a91d35;text-underline-offset:3px}#ds-elastic a:focus-visible,#ds-elastic summary:focus-visible{outline:3px solid #a91d35;outline-offset:3px}#ds-elastic details{border-top:1px solid #dfddd5;padding-top:11px;margin-top:10px}#ds-elastic summary{font-size:14px;font-weight:650;line-height:1.5;cursor:pointer}#ds-elastic h3{font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;font-weight:650;line-height:1.4;margin:16px 0 7px;color:#263b34;text-align:left}#ds-elastic .ds-foot{font-size:12px;color:#59655f;margin:12px 0 0}#ds-elastic-products{scroll-margin-top:85px;height:1px}@media(max-width:600px){#ds-elastic{padding:17px;margin:10px 0 20px;border-radius:10px}#ds-elastic h2{font-size:22px}#ds-elastic .ds-links{gap:7px;margin:12px 0}#ds-elastic .ds-links a{font-size:12px;padding:8px 12px}#ds-elastic p,#ds-elastic li{font-size:13px}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the elastic your project needs.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop sewing elastic for garments, bag pockets, ballet straps and millinery. Browse flat high-density elastic, ByAnnie fold-over elastic, Prym ballet elastic and fine hat elastic. Check width, colour and supplied length on each listing before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cnav class=\"ds-links\" aria-label=\"Browse Sewing Elastic NZ\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-elastic-nz#ds-elastic-products\"\u003eShop all\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-elastic-nz\/shop-elastic-flat#ds-elastic-products\"\u003eFlat \u0026amp; ballet elastic\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-elastic-nz\/shop-elastic-fold-over#ds-elastic-products\"\u003eFold-over elastic\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-elastic-nz\/shop-elastic-hat#ds-elastic-products\"\u003eHat elastic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eChoosing the right sewing elastic\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlat elastic or fold-over elastic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat elastic is useful in suitable casings, waistbands and other garment applications. Fold-over elastic has a central fold for binding an edge and is useful for bag pockets and similar finishes. Follow your pattern rather than swapping styles simply because the widths sound similar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is fold-over width measured?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fold-over elastic’s stated width is normally its flat width before folding. Check the individual product specification to work out the finished binding width and the amount your pattern requires. ByAnnie options include several colour choices within the listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBallet and hat elastic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallet elastic is intended for suitable straps and dancewear uses. Fine hat elastic serves millinery and light securing tasks. Match the elastic’s construction and recovery to the job; these specialist forms do not replace a structural waistband elastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck stretch, recovery and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest an offcut with the fabric and stitch you plan to use. Stretch only as directed by the pattern, and confirm wash and heat instructions on the pack. Check whether the price is for a pack or a measured length so you order enough for the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-foot\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bag-making-supplies-patterns\"\u003eBag-making supplies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pattern-tools-equipment\"\u003ePattern tools\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thread\"\u003eSewing thread\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ds-elastic-products\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elastic-e6","title":"High Density Elastic Width: 6mm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHigh Density Elastic Width: 6mm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 3m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh density elastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColours available:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arthur Rowe","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":46797651509469,"sku":"WE6","price":3.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":46797651542237,"sku":"BE6","price":3.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/white-6-mm-high-density-elastic-on-a-roll.png?v=1788995754"},{"product_id":"elastic-e13","title":"High Density Elastic Width: 13mm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHigh Density Elastic Width: 13mm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 3m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh density elastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColours available:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arthur Rowe","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":46797656162525,"sku":"WE13","price":7.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":46797656195293,"sku":"BE13","price":7.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/white-6-mm-high-density-elastic-on-a-roll.png?v=1788995754"},{"product_id":"elastic-e25","title":"High Density Elastic Width: 25mm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHigh Density Elastic Width: 25mm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 2m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh density elastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColours available:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arthur Rowe","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":46797656752349,"sku":"WE25","price":9.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":46797656785117,"sku":"BE25","price":9.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/white-6-mm-high-density-elastic-on-a-roll.png?v=1788995754"},{"product_id":"prym-ballet-elastic-7mm-beige-premium-sewing-garment-elastic","title":"Prym Ballet Elastic (7mm) Beige - Premium Sewing \u0026 Garment Elastic","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eThe Prym Ballet Elastic 7 mm in beige is a soft, flexible and lightweight elastic tape designed for sewing and garment finishing. Perfect for waistlines, cuffs, necklines, lingerie, children’s wear and delicate fabrics, this narrow elastic provides comfortable stretch and reliable recovery without adding bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eMade from high-quality elastic fibres with a smooth surface and consistent tension, this ballet elastic is easy to sew by machine or hand. The neutral beige colour blends discreetly under light to medium-tone fabrics, making it ideal for invisible stretch applications. Whether you’re creating dancewear, lingerie, baby garments or everyday apparel, Prym ballet elastic gives a professional and comfortable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e7 mm wide beige ballet elastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eSoft, lightweight and flexible for comfort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eExcellent stretch and dependable recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eIdeal for waistlines, cuffs, lingerie, dancewear and kids’ clothes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eEasy to sew by machine or hand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eNeutral beige colour blends under fabrics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eBrand: Prym\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eWidth: 7 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eColour: Beige\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eMaterial: Elastic fibres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eApplication: Garment elastic for sewing and finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Prym","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47372957057245,"sku":"910106","price":7.1,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/prym-beige-7mm-ballet-elastic-on-a-retail-card.webp?v=1789619024"},{"product_id":"byannie-fold-over-elastic-20mm-x-2-yards","title":"ByAnnie Fold-Over Elastic 20mm x 2 Yards - 14 Colours","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive mesh pockets and fabric edges a neat, flexible finish with \u003cstrong\u003eByAnnie Fold-Over Elastic\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each pack contains \u003cstrong\u003e2 yards (approximately 1.83 metres)\u003c\/strong\u003e of 20mm-wide elastic in your selected colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for bag pockets and sewing projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA crease through the centre helps you fold the elastic around a raw edge. Choose the shiny face for a little sheen or turn the matte face out for a softer look. Use it to bind mesh pockets, finish stretch garment edges or make hairbands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePack details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: ByAnnie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth before folding: 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength per pack: 2 yards \/ approximately 1.83m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: nylon with spandex; latex-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pre-cut length per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose from 14 colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApple Green, Atom Red, Black, Blast Blue, Dandelion, Lipstick, Natural, Navy, Parrot Blue, Pewter, Pumpkin, Tahiti, Turquoise and White. Blast Blue is called Blastoff Blue on ByAnnie packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I sew fold-over elastic?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the fabric edge along the centre crease, fold the elastic over it, then stitch through all layers. Follow your pattern for any stretching or gathering. Allow the elastic to relax before measuring and cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this sold by the metre?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a pre-cut 2-yard pack. 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Supplied in a 4 m length, it can be cut to suit your project or used to replace worn hat elastic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arthur Rowe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48575007064285,"sku":"WEH","price":3.8,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/collections\/sewing-elastic-nz\/shop-elastic-fold-over.oembed","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}