Type of Fabric | Used for: |
Batting | Quilting, some decor projects, upholstery |
Broadcloth | Apparel, curtains, home decor |
Burlap | Crafts, decor, outdoor plant protection, bulletin boards |
Shalimar | Crafts, decor, outdoor plant protection, bulletin boards |
Cambric | Furniture and bedding bottoms |
Canvas | Crafts, beanbags, slipcovers |
Duck Canvas | Slipcovers, bean bags |
Chambray | Shirts, dresses |
Chiffon | Apparel, formal wear |
Crepe | Apparel, formal wear |
Corduroy | Apparel: skirts, jackets |
Cotton Lawn | Apparel: tops, dresses, skirts |
Denim | Home decor; apparel, slipcovers |
Brushed Denim | Home decor; apparel, slipcovers |
Bull Denim | Home decor |
Wovenstretch Denim | Pants, skirts, jackets |
Eyelet | Blouses, skirts, dresses |
Felt | Crafts, costumes |
Wool Felt | Crafts - home decor |
Flannel | Shirts, dresses, blankets |
Chamois Flannel | Shirts |
Flag Sport Nylon | Pants, shorts, flags |
Fleece | Outerwear, blankets |
Micro-Chamois | Light weight shirts, blankets |
Sweatshirt Fleece | Sweatshirts, pants, jackets |
French Fuse | Interfacing for knits, light weight fabrics |
Fusible | |
Fur | Craft, bear and other animal making, costumes |
Luxury Faux Fur | Coats, stoles, hats, blankets |
Sherpa Fur | Pet beds, jacket linings, blanket |
Gabardine | Pants, skirts, jackets |
Gauze | Apparel, baby blankets and swaddling |
Bubble Gauze | Apparel, baby blankets and swaddling |
Softee Gauze | Apparel, baby blankets and swaddling |
Georgette | Apparel, draping |
Gingham Check | Apparel, home decor |
Headliner | Car interiors, purse/bag padding |
Insul Bright | Inner liner for potholders, casserole carrier, etc. |
Knit | Apparel - T-shirts, dresses, lounge pants, baby blankets, etc. |
Cotton Knit | Apparel - T-shirts, dresses, lounge pants, baby blankets, etc. |
Interlock Knit | Apparel - T-shirts, dresses, lounge pants, baby blankets, etc. |
Ottoman Knit | Dresses, tops, jackets, slacks |
Rayon Blend Knit | Tops, jackets, dresses |
Scuba Knit | Tops, dresses, lightweight jackets |
Sweater Knit | Tops, dresses |
Lace | Dress/ skirt overlays, tops |
Linen-Look | All types of apparel; drapes |
Lining | |
Drapery Lining | |
Blackout Drapery Lining | |
Woven Stretch Lining | |
Lycra/Spandex | Swimwear, tops, leggings |
4-Way Stretch Lycra/Spandex | Skating costumes, equestrian shirts |
Matte Jersey | Dresses, skirts, tops |
Mesh | Clothing inserts, athletic clothing |
Vinyl Mesh | Bags, pet carriers |
Micro Plush | Blankets, toys, robes, lounge pants |
Minky Plush | Blankets, toys, robes, lounge pants |
Muslin | Quilting, pattern fitting, lining, curtains |
Netting | Crafts - decorating, scrubbies |
English Netting | Wedding dresses, veils |
Mosquito Netting | Outdoor draping, windows, tents |
No See Um Mosquito Netting | Outdoor draping, windows, tents |
Neoprene | Equestrian wear, can cozies, clothing |
Non Slip Rug Padding | Rug backing, jar openers, drawer and shelf liners |
Oil Cloth | Tablecloths, lunch bags, coasters |
Organza | Decorating, costumes, clothing |
Sparkle Organza | Decorating, costumes, clothing |
Osnaburg | for constructing draperies, upholstery, apparel |
Quilted | Bedding, bags, jackets, placemats |
Single Face | Bedding, bags, jackets, placemats |
Double Face | Bedding, bags, jackets, placemats |
Quilter’s Cotton (45” Cotton) | Quilting, apparel, decor |
Batik | Apparel, quilting, decor |
Ribbing | Cuff and neckline finishing on knits and on some jackets; t-shirts; baby items |
Rib-Knit | Cuff and neckline finishing on knits and on some jackets; t-shirts; baby items |
Stretch Ribbing | Cuff and neckline finishing on knits and on some jackets; t-shirts; baby items |
Ripstop | Flags, jackets, pants, shorts |
Pima Cotton | apparel, curtains, bedding |
Pique | Clothing - children's/ adults; duvets, curtains |
Waffle Pique | Clothing - and childrens apparel, light weight curtains, kitchen towels (depending on fabric content), dresses, jackets |
Waffle Weave | Clothing - and childrens apparel, light weight curtains, kitchen towels (depending on fabric content), dresses, jackets |
Pleather | Jackets, pants, skirts |
Poly Habutai | Linings |
Pongee | Linings |
Poplin | Depending on weight of fabric - apparel such as tops, pants, blouses, skirts, jackets |
Sateen | Apparel - blouses, skirts, dresses |
Cotton Sateen | Apparel - blouses, skirts, dresses and quilting |
Satin | Formal attire - dresses, jackets, skirts, tops |
Charmeuse Satin | Formal attire - dresses, jackets, skirts, tops |
LaMatte Satin | Formal attire - dresses, jackets, skirts, tops |
Shantung Satin | Formal attire - dresses, jackets, skirts, tops |
Seersucker | Shirts, blouses, children's clothes |
Sheer | Formal attire - overlays |
Sheeting | Quilt backing |
Cotton Sheeting | Quilt backing |
Rubber Sheeting | Mattress pads, changing pads |
Shirting | Shirts, blouses |
Silver Cloth | Silverware drawers, boxes, jewelry box liners |
Slinky | Tops, skirts, pants |
Suede | Chaps, vests, skirts, pillows |
Sunbrella | Outdoor furniture upholstering |
Sundress | For sundresses |
Supplex | Outerwear |
Taffeta | Formal attire; some home decor |
Tapestry | Upholstery, pillows, drapes |
Terry | Towels, robes, bibs |
Stretch Terry | Swimsuit cover-up, sleepwear, babywear, exercise clothes |
Terry Chenille | Bedding, robes |
Terry Cloth | Towels, robes, bibs |
Tremode | Apparel |
Tricot | Slips, lining |
Toweling | Kitchen dish cloths, tea towels, aprons, curtains |
Tufted Dot | Apparel, curtains |
Tulle | Crafts, veils, decorating |
Illusion Tulle | Crafts, veils, decorating |
Twill | Apparel - jackets, pants, skirts |
Softwill | Apparel - jackets, pants, skirts |
Velvet | Dresses, tops, skirts |
Crushed Panne Stetch Velvet | Dresses, tops, skirts |
Panne Stetch Velvet | Dresses, tops, skirts |
Vinyl | Tablecloths, upholstery |
Aqua Marine Vinyl | Upholstery for outdoor items - boat furniture, etc. |
Rawhide Vinyl | Upholstery |
Tavern Check Vinyl | Tablecloths, lunch bags |
Voile | Curtains, some apparel |
Weavers Cloth | Punch needle stitchery, crafts |
Wool | Apparel, crafts |