Corner radius VS fabric weight, plies count...


Corner radius VS fabric weight, plies count...
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Hi,

I has talk in my introduction. I have some difficulties to stick the fabric to the shape I design.
Could you give me some advice about the corner radius value to choose versus the fabric weight, its weaving and the number of plies...

Best regards,

Denis

note : please, be indulgent of my English writing. I''m not as so fast to read and write because I have to translate to French to understand words. In your answers, could you please use common words and not local expression. In advance, thanks a lot.
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Hi Denis

Not sure if this is connected to your other post regarding the instrument box but it sometimes helps to tackle difficult corners by using separate pieces of fabric, especially where there are multiple curves and vertical sections in the mould

You can create templates by sticking down masking tape in your mould sections, drawing the lines you need to cut on the tape, then carefully removing the tape and flattening it down onto something like cardboard to create cutting templates

EC's Profinish is a good material for this but applying spray tack to the inside surface of your fabric before you cut can also help you achieve neat cuts for joints or overlaps. I would also recommend a good roller cutter which can help you create nice straight lines.

 A joint made in the radius of a corner can often be well concealed if you want to avoid pulls in the weave pattern from trying to use a single piece and, for very small sections it might also be worth considering a lighter fabric as often used to create phone and iPad cases
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