Gütermann Maraflex Elastic Thread – 150m – 369 Wine
Elevate your stretch-sewing projects with the rich, deep tones of Gütermann Maraflex in 369 Wine. This high-performance elastic thread is the ultimate solution for sewing jersey and knit fabrics on a standard home sewing machine. Engineered with remarkable elongation, Maraflex allows you to sew flexible seams using a simple straight stitch, ensuring your garments can stretch to their limit without the thread snapping.
The 369 Wine colorway is a sophisticated, full-bodied burgundy. It is the perfect match for autumnal palettes, jewel-toned activewear, and elegant knit dresses, providing a seamless and professional look for your handmade wardrobe.
Why Gütermann Maraflex is a Sewing Essential
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Incredible Seam Elasticity: Specifically designed to provide maximum "give," allowing the seam to expand and retract along with the fabric for total comfort and durability.
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Straight-Stitch Efficiency: When used as both the needle and bobbin thread, you can achieve a professional stretch finish without needing a serger or specialized stretch stitches.
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Sophisticated Burgundy Hue: Color 369 is a timeless, deep wine red that adds a high-end, designer feel to any garment.
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MCT® (Micro Core Technology): This unique manufacturing process ensures the thread is exceptionally smooth, lint-free, and strong, resulting in consistent, high-quality stitches.
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Optimized for Knits: The ideal choice for light-to-medium weight jersey, ribbed fabrics, sweatshirt materials, and any fabric containing elastane (Lycra/Spandex).
Perfect For:
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Elegant Loungewear: Create comfortable, flexible seams on hoodies, joggers, and wrap dresses that require a soft touch and high resilience.
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Performance Activewear: Ideal for yoga leggings and gym tops where seam flexibility is critical for a full range of motion.
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Jersey Apparel Construction: Perfect for finishing necklines, armholes, and hems on T-shirts for a clean, retail-quality appearance.
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Lingerie & Underwear: Provides a smooth, non-irritable seam that sits flat against the skin while moving with the body.
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Contrast Topstitching: Use this rich wine shade on lighter grey or cream knits for a modern, sophisticated contrast.
Technical Specifications
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Brand: Gütermann
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Range: Maraflex
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Color Code: 369 (Wine)
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Length: 150m / 164 yards
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Material: 100% PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate)
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Recommended Needle: Jersey/Stretch Needle NM 70–80
Pro Tip: For the best results, use Maraflex in both the needle and the bobbin. Adjust your machine to a light thread tension and a stitch length of approximately 3.0 to 4.0 for maximum elasticity.