We’re excited to introduce a sporty new fabric called Performance Piqué. Just in time to sew a golf shirt for Father’s Day, or whip up a stylish running top for your summer fitness routine!

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Design: Mod Tree Orange by Paper Pie

Performance Piquè is a soft, 100% polyester fabric with a fine diamond-like knit structure, perfect for projects that require a comfortable, breathable, fabric with a nice drape. Wicking properties and a soil release finish make this fabric the best choice for athletic apparel, like beach wraps, running tanks, yoga tops and more! Read on for sewing tips (plus more great pictures of Piquè projects!)

Golf shirt in Perforance Pique

Design: Golf Balls & Yellow Tees on the Green by lauriekentdesigns

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Design: Bikes Blue Green by curious_nook

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Left: Design: Turquoise Branch by Christiem.

Right: Design: Art Nouveau18-green by guylas_coastal_creations

Performance Piqué Sewing Tips:

Ironing: If required, use an iron with a light touch on a synthetic setting only.
Fraying: The edges of Performance Piqué can be left raw, the fabric will not fray!
Sewing Needle: We had the best luck sewing with a regular universal needle. But, since Piqué is a knit fabric, a new thin ballpoint needle that is size 9/65 or 10/70 is a great alternative.
Thread: Use 100% polyester thread for best results, but you may find success with a cotton-wrapped polyester thread as well.
Stitch:  Piqué stretches along the crosswise grain 50%. Use a narrow stitch length with wider zig-zag stitch setting or a serger or overlock machine.
Lining and Interfacing: For lightly colored or white designs it may be helpful to add a lining fabric. A light interfacing will help give structure to shirt and dress collars.
Hemming: An unfinished cut hem stays flat (doesn’t roll when cut/not hemmed), but we found that Steam-a-Seam was helpful to prevent slipping.

**Always take care to test your machine settings on a scrap of piqué before starting your project.