Rib Knit
Ribbing is an essential fabric for any garment maker, perfect for adding a professional and durable finish to cuffs, hems, and necklines. Its fantastic stretch provides a comfortable yet secure fit. Our durable cotton ribbing pairs beautifully with jersey and French terry, elevating your handmade garments with a high-quality, polished look. Looking for the perfect match for our popular patterned merino wools? Try our thin merino ribbing or merino wool tubes for seamless cuffs and necklines. You can also explore our pre-cut Finnish ribbing tape, available in a variety of colors, for effortless neckline binding.
No matter your skill level, ribbing simplifies the sewing process and adds that perfect finishing touch to your custom-made clothes.
Cotton Rib Knit
Rib Knit Binding Tape
Rib Knit Bunch, 1 kg
Merino Wool Tubular Rib
Merino Wool Rib Knit, Light
Sample pieces, ribb
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What is ribbing?
Ribbing is particularly suitable for finishing sleeves, leg openings, waistbands, and necklines in both children's and adults' clothing. Our selection of rib knits and pre-cut rib knit rolls is color-coordinated with all our solid-colored cotton jersey and cotton sweatshirt fabrics.
High-quality ribbing made in Finland
Crafted with care, our high-quality and durable ribbing is knitted in Finland to withstand frequent use and washing. You’ll also find our convenient pre-cut ribbing tape for creating clean, finished necklines. For a perfect finish on your merino wool garments, we offer lightweight merino wool knits.
How to Sew with Ribbing
To sew this stretchy fabric, use a serger or your sewing machine's stretch stitch. Using a new, high-quality ballpoint needle will ensure a clean and durable seam. The rounded tip of the ballpoint needle prevents damage to the fibers of stretchy fabrics, resulting in a neat, flexible, and fray-free seam. A jersey/stretch needle is also a great option, especially when working with ribbing that contains a high amount of elastane.
How to Cut Ribbing Correctly
Always cut your ribbing along the width to maximize its stretch. For a snug and secure fit that holds its shape, the length of the ribbing strip should generally be shorter than the edge of the fabric. For necklines or cuffs, measure the ribbing to be about 70–85% of the opening's circumference, depending on the ribbing's elasticity. An easy formula is to multiply the opening's measurement by a factor between 0.7 and 0.85. The more relaxed the ribbing, the shorter the cut should be.
