Baptiste: description and composition

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

Plainly, it is difficult to say who created this fabric first. About this tell completely dissimilar legends. The main one is that the initially thin and elegant fabric appeared in India. Already from there, local merchants brought material to European ladies. From it the maids sewed the ladies and linen, and bedding. In addition, ball dresses and elegant hats were decorated with translucent cambric. The name, however, the fabric received only in Europe. When the local master divined the secret of making this material, they began to produce it in Flanders. It was in honor of the weaver J. Battista Cambrai and called this noble material.

And here's another interesting fact. In some European countries, the material is called not 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' novel, the handkerchief that was picked by D ”Artanyan was made from batiste.

This simple detail was in fact very important. In those days, cambric were made from flax fibers by hand. The process was laborious, and the fabric, respectively, is very expensive. Therefore, only a very distinguished and rich lady could afford to wear and lose cambric handkerchiefs.

Over time, the production of fabric began to deal with machines in factories. Therefore, cambric began to produce on an industrial scale, spending less money on it. Batista production is now established in most civilized countries.

As it was already said, earlier the cambric was made of the finest linen threads twisted among themselves. Now, like knitwear, it is sewn with the addition of synthetics. Many people criticize this approach, but it has a definite advantage. For example, by adding synthetic fibers, the material becomes more durable and does not lose shape after being worn.

In addition, modern products from cambric are much easier to care for. At the same time, besides the usual batiste, there is also an exclusive fabric, which is still created by hand. It looks much more refined, but also costs a few hundred more.

This sophisticated material has many advantages over its competitors.

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

The disadvantages of this material is very small. The only complaint to him is that unscrupulous manufacturers do not hesitate to forge this material and sell these fakes at exorbitant prices.

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

As the name implies, this type of fabric is distinguished, above all, by its whiteness. Baby linen, baptismal sets, nightgowns and even wedding dresses are sewn from this material. Bleached cambric many love to decorate with hand embroidery. Both the white surface and the classic color patterns are equally popular.

This type of cambric can be recognized by its characteristic brilliance and its even color. The fabric is always monophonic. There is already masters 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 solemn tablecloths and bed linen.

This type of cambric always looks original and unusual. Unlike previous versions, it is decorated with embossed pattern and embroidery. From this fabric sundresses and dresses are most often sewn.

This type of fabric provides increased strength. While we are talking here not only about the density and the ability to withstand any wash, but also about the color fastness. It is about the purchase of such fabric that one can say with confidence that this is a profitable investment. Due to its durability, the material is very popular among housewives. From this material sew napkins, covers on furniture, tacks, tablecloths, pillowcases and other interior items.

About what can be done from different types of cambric, it is worth talking separately. Modern industry makes it possible to produce so many batiste that it is enough for decoration of the house, and for tailoring luxurious linen. Designers who create exclusive outfits appreciate this material for its incredible smoothness and rich color of the fabric. 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 is used to sew designer jewelry, and underwear is made of the finest fabric.

For them, from the batiste also create a huge variety of things.

• Underwear. Here we are talking about everyday kits, and the options for the "special occasion".
• Clothes for home and sleep. This category includes all kinds of pajamas, thin nightgowns, bathrobes.
• Baby clothes. Here, too, it is said about everyday dresses in which the baby is comfortable even in the first days of life, and about baptismal dresses.
• 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, sundresses on the floor or dresses are sewn from it.
• Accessories. If earlier the main dress decoration was considered a thin cambric handkerchief, now there are a lot more options. In order to diversify your image, you can use bags, embroidered with batiste, gloves, or exquisitely decorated hats.

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

Also, you should definitely abandon the use of harmful powders and bleach containing chlorine. Also, you can not dry things in direct sunlight. It is necessary to iron delicate fabric when it is still slightly damp. Thin lawn will decorate any woman, and any room will make an incredibly beautiful and homely. For centuries, this fabric was popular, these times are no exception.

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