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Liquid Knit?

dulwich — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:14:06 GMT

Just watching SG show and she said liquid knit is the #1 fiber on Q - how does this material work in 80 degree heat? Temps run high here in AZ. Would it work.

Any answers gratefully received.

Re: Liquid Knit?

Goldengate8361 — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:26:39 GMT

I think liquid knit is fine in the summer (I live in Tennessee). I, however, wouldn't wear it out jogging in the summer.....it's great for work clothes; any season.

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Janey2 — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:31:25 GMT

I wear liquid knit in very hot weather. SG liquid knit pieces with short sleeves tends to be a little thinner than other liquid knit pieces. I know many people on these boards do not care for it, but I like it. It hold up very well.

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SurferWife — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:31:38 GMT

I live in Hawaii so it's 85 & sunny year round. I adore liquid knit! It wears quite well in the heat.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:40:30 GMT

I wore it for seven summers in West Texas and did fine in it. No hotter or cooler than any other fabric. Some people have personal "summers" and blame liquid knit. I tend to believe there's another problem.

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Puzzle Piece — Sun, 07 May 2017 00:59:17 GMT

Liquid Knit - depends on how the polyester is woven to be able to call it liquid knit.

Often times (with all imports), there are quotas. So when an importer has filled the quotas on polyester, they have to re-name it to bring it in. Simple. It's all just polyester.

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kjae — Sun, 07 May 2017 01:15:24 GMT

I have problems with my liquid knit. It pills and gets dull in areas. All different weights. It is the fiber breaking down. It is a little warm on warm days in California, also. The George Simonton tops in similar knit fabric to Graver HAS NOT PILLED, so it is not something odd I am doing.

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KathyM23 — Sun, 07 May 2017 01:30:22 GMT

I have 6 drawers full of liquid knit tops in addition to hanging cardigans and pants. Really like the liquid knit pants and capris. They are of a heavier weight than what is used in the tops. None of my liquid knit has shrunk, faded or pilled. I do not find it to be hot at all. It is a much better grade of polyester that I see out in the B&M stores. Feels good and holds the color when washed. I can recommend it. Some of my pieces are 10 or more years old and look new.

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ALRATIBA — Sun, 07 May 2017 03:53:00 GMT

I wear it in hot sticky NYC summers. It doesn't get soggy like cotton does ... looks fresh all day .... and I find it very comfortable.

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Kachina624 — Sun, 07 May 2017 03:57:31 GMT

I have quite a bit of liquid knit and none has ever pilled. It looks like new after years of wear. Packs beautifully for travel.

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Gram W — Sun, 07 May 2017 04:03:33 GMT

My pieces over 5 years old still look new. My more recent pieces are thinner and are now not worn away from the house. The fabric is thinner and some have pulled.. I have always washed cold water, Woolite, no fabric sheets etc., short cool dryer spin and out to dry on a hanger. Something has changed. In past sizing and quality was very consistent. Now not so much. I watch occasionally and read reviews hoping old standards return. When they do I will try again.

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KathyM23 — Sun, 07 May 2017 05:08:58 GMT

@Gram W

Yes, most of the new clothes everywhere are not of the same quality as in the past. I do not see anything changing as long as our textiles are being imported from foreign markets with no quallity control, cheap overworked labor and smelly chemicals being used to prevent insect and other infestations. Not much QVC or the vendors can do about it as because of trade agreements US customers are stuck with foreign made merchandise. Not much made in the USA anymore sad to say.

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chrystaltree — Sun, 07 May 2017 20:55:56 GMT

It think it depends on the woman. Some women get feel the heat more than others, some sweat more and some just prefer cooler fabrics. I wear liquid knit in the summer but I would not wear it outside on an 85 degree day. I would not wear it to the beach. Everywhere I go is air conditioned in the summer, so my liquid knit pieces are just fine.

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Gram W — Sun, 07 May 2017 23:19:27 GMT

@KathyM23. The high end designers also have their clothes made in those same foreign countries unless you buy something special made. High union wages here have driven prices for many products beyond the average Americans budget. It is a great big circle. Higher wages mean we pay more for products we purchase. What will happen when the country goes $15 hr min wage. Their raises will be paid for by the consumer. Those on assistance will need more money for food, housing,etc. The people who get left out are high school students looking for jobs and seniors who depend on their social security. Many retired seniors now need to work past 70.

I agree working conditions are bad many places, even here at home. QVC, like any company, has total control over who they do business with and the quality of the products they receive. When they see that the quality is poor they can take their business elsewhere. As customers if we don't like the quality of the goods or services we can shop elsewhere. I like to think there is more to this life than outdoing the other guy/business to make the highest amount of money.

Re: Liquid Knit?

dulwich — Mon, 08 May 2017 17:01:31 GMT

Thank you all for your very helpful comments. Think I may give liquid knit a try. Again thanks.

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toria — Mon, 08 May 2017 17:13:34 GMT

Love liquid knit and have no problem with it in the summer. I am mostly in air conditioning anyway in the real heat. I have sweating problems with any clothing. My liquid knit always is fresh and never pills I have some that is years old. It does not get crinkled or wrinkled like cotton does. I wash and then either hang to dry or tumble for a few minutes. I love it.

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SaRina — Mon, 08 May 2017 19:10:02 GMT

I bought my first (and last) liquid knit top a few years ago. The fabric is not at all to my liking for many reasons. I never get hot unless it's 85 degrees or hotter. I would never wear this material in a temp above 75 degrees.