Finish raw edges with clean, professional results using 1 Inch Grey Foldover Elastic Webbing from Country Brook Design. Designed to wrap neatly around seams, hems, and bulky fabric layers, this wide, flexible trim gives your projects a polished look without the extra step of turning under raw edges. Whether you sew garments, bags, or handmade accessories, foldover elastic (FOE) helps you work faster and achieve a tidy, comfortable finish. Country Brook Design is committed to quality materials and helpful support, so you can order with confidence and get back to creating.
Measuring 1 inch (25 mm) wide when flat, this foldover elastic offers more coverage than standard 3/8 inch or 5/8 inch elastics. A center crease runs down the length of the webbing, allowing it to fold smoothly and evenly over your fabric edge. Once folded, it creates a finished width of 1/2 inch, which is ideal for waistbands, headbands, and heavy-duty athletic gear. Made from a stretchy nylon and spandex blend, the elastic delivers strong stretch and reliable recovery, so it holds its shape through repeated wear. One side has a matte finish for a clean, low-shine look, while the reverse offers a softer texture. Choose which side faces outward before you begin sewing. Edges are finished and won’t fray, so you can leave cut ends raw or lightly heat-seal them with a lighter.
Explore endless project possibilities, from binding thick interior seams and pocket edges on unlined backpacks, totes, and pouches to finishing waistlines, necklines, and leg openings on underwear, swimwear, activewear, and dance or skating costumes. It also works well for DIY headbands and other accessories. To apply, fold the top half of the elastic over the front of the fabric to fully encase the raw edge, then stitch it down with a zigzag or stretch stitch. Use this elastic for sewing and craft projects only. It is not suitable for climbing or any load-bearing application, and you should not exceed 25% of its tensile strength. Factory splices may be present within a roll, so inspect your elastic before cutting and sewing.
