Abstract: Some aspects of the present disclosure are related to stretchable fabrics, for example, for use in articles of clothing. In some cases, the fabrics comprise various combinations of different types of fibers, which may result in the fabrics having desirable combinations of properties. For instance, in some embodiments, the fabrics may comprise flame-resistant fibers, cellulosic fibers, and/or elastane fibers, wherein the fabrics are relatively soft, stretchable, and flame resistant. Some aspects of the present disclosure are related to articles of clothing comprising the fabrics. According to some embodiments, the articles of clothing may be suitably sized for children's clothing, wherein the combination of properties may enhance wearability and/or safety of the article of clothing, relative to clothing comprising conventional fabrics.

Abstract: One embodiment of a flat, round magnet (1) inserted into a non-magnetic metal “cup” (2) and enclosed entirely within a square, thin laminate covering (3). The flat, round magnet (1) is inserted such that one flat surface of the magnet is exposed and the opposite flat surface of the magnet is set against the inner surface of the non-magnetic metal cup (2). The non-magnetic metal cup (2) serves to block or reduce the magnetic force of the surface of the flat, round magnet (1) set against the inner surface of the cup. Such magnet, cup and laminate assemblies with exposed magnet surfaces of opposing polarities can be sewn or stitched on opposing sides of garment or clothing openings and used close or fasten the garment or clothing utilizing magnetic force. Other embodiments are described.