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Usage for Fabric Material

Fabric material can change the look of a room, an outfit, a look, and just about anything else. When choosing fabric material online, you can select the perfect textile for your end use, whatever if may be.

Upholstery Fabric

30 Products

Selection of natural and synthetic fabrics perfect for upholstery, including velvets, cottons & waterproofs.

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Outdoor Fabric

16 Products

Selection of treated fabrics designed to withstand the elements. Stylish & functional. Suitable for the garden, camping, clothing.

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Dress Fabric

30 Products

Large selection of dressmaking fabrics, perfect for home DIY fashion projects. Cottons, silks, polys, jerseys and more.

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Curtain Fabric

24 Products

Wide range of fabrics perfect for making your own curtains. Includes 100% natural fabrics, fire rated fabrics & more.

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Quilt Fabric

19 Products

Fabrics ideal for decorative and functions quilts. Includes cottons, velvets, linens, silks etc in different weaves.

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Cosplay Fabric

30 Products

Stretchy scubas & Lycras to chiffons & transfer paper for embellishments, these fabrics are perfect for DIY cosplay outfits.

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There are so many names of fabric, that it can be hard to keep track of what they all do and what they are all used for. Because fabric material comes in several constructions, fibres, weights and handles, it is important to understand what their usages are.

Uses for fabric can include upholstery, curtains, quilts, dress as well as apparel, outdoor needs and soft furnishings to name a few. Fabrics are derived from natural or synthetic sources and can even be blended to boast the best benefits of the two. As the uses of fabric vary, it is good to know that there are fabric materials to keep up with them.

End uses, such as upholstery, curtains and furnishings, require fabric which is strong, easy to clean and comfortable. You could also opt for a luxurious fabric, such as silk, if aesthetic was more important that durability. For fabric for outdoor use, consider a water resistant, or repellent material, which will look great and stay protected from the elements. For dress and apparel making, jersey fabric, comfortable knits and stylish woven fabrics are always in vogue.