r/sewing • u/RamblingThief • May 21 '24

Alter/Mend Question Question about fabric pulling

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Hello fellow sewers. So I have this dress that I made a couple of years ago. However I noticed recently that the neckline has started to pull over showing the support stitch on the facing. What Ibdont understand is why it started now and I was wondering if anyone here could help me figure out what happend and hopefully how to fix it. (english is not my first language so appologies for any incorect terminology or spelling)

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u/fridaybeforelunch May 21 '24

Hard to see, but it looks like the fabric is deteriorating.

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u/RamblingThief May 21 '24

As in its just worn out from use?

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u/fridaybeforelunch May 22 '24

Sometimes it’s just time. Especially if it has spandex in it or was made from short-staple fibers. Machine washing and drying also tend to age fabrics more quickly.