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title: Fabric Types That Need Special Handling
description: "Selecting the correct **Fabric Type** in the order form helps tailors choose the right needles, threads, and pressing settings—reducing risk of puckering, shine, or broken stitches. | **Fabric** | **Choose This Option** | **Why It Matters** | **Extra Time** | | ---…"
url: "https://iseam.uk/docs/fabric-handling/"
updated: "2025-07-20"
category: "Customer Help Center / Alteration & Repair"
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# Fabric Types That Need Special Handling

Selecting the correct **Fabric Type** in the order form helps tailors choose the right needles, threads, and pressing settings—reducing risk of puckering, shine, or broken stitches.

| **Fabric** | **Choose This Option** | **Why It Matters** | **Extra Time** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Denim (Jeans)** | **Jean (Denim)** | Heavy, tightly woven; tailors switch to heavy-duty needles and matching top-stitch thread. | +½–1 day |
| **Leather / Suede** | **Leather** | Needs specialised walking-foot machines; holes are permanent, so precision is critical. | +2 days |
| **Silk / Satin / Rayon** | **Standard (Regular)** | Lightweight but slippery; tailors use micro-needles and fine thread. | +½ day |
| **Wool Suiting / Tweed** | **Standard (Regular)** | Thick but pliable; steam pressing and bias stitching techniques prevent shine. | no extra |
| **Stretch Jersey / Lycra** | **Standard (Regular)** | Tailors switch to ballpoint needles and stretch stitches to avoid popped seams. | +½ day |
| **Beaded / Sequinned Fabrics** | **Standard (Regular)** + note “beaded” in details | Beads must be removed and re-attached around seams; labour-intensive. | Tailor quotes extra time & cost |

> **Tip:** If your fabric isn’t on the list, upload close-up photos and mention the material in **Item Description**. Tailors will confirm the correct handling before accepting.

### **Why choosing the right option is important**

- Prevents costly rework or *Job Failed* cancellations.
- Ensures turnaround times are accurate—heavy or delicate fabrics often add a day.
- Lets the tailor quote any necessary surcharges up front (e.g., leather needles, bead removal).

When in doubt, select **Standard (Regular)** and describe the fabric in **Alteration Details**. Support will adjust the order if a special category is required.