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Fabric Properties

Fabric properties are the characteristics of a specific fabric. Properties of woven fabrics are very different to properties of knitted fabrics. Build up your knowledge of these properties, to ensure that you always choose the right textile for your project.

Waterproof Fabric

8 Products

Range of 100% waterproof & water resistant fabric. Made using protective coatings. Perfect for garments, outdoor gear.

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Vegan Fabric

16 Products

Range of vegan fabrics. Ideal for a myriad of uses. Cruelty-free fabrics for you to design with your custom prints.

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Woven Fabric

62 Products

Wide range of woven fabrics. Firm, solid fabric construction. 3 types of woven textiles, plain, satin or twill. Taut, strong, symmetrical.

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Stretch Fabric

28 Products

Selection of woven & knitted fabrics with a 2-way or 4-way stretch. More elasticity, stretch & recovery than other fabrics.

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Twill Fabric

9 Products

Fabrics made using iconic weave construction. Style, character, flair. Diagonal or parallel ridges. Durable, easy to care for.

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Natural Fabric

18 Products

Fabrics made from animal & plant natural fibres. Versatile, durable. Largely sustainable, biodegradable and carbon neutral.

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Satin Fabric

11 Products

Fabrics with satin weave. It is like the twill weave but the floats are much longer which gives satin its distinct lustrous surface.

Knit Fabric

28 Products

Range of warp-knitted and weft-knitted fabrics. Stretchy, good recovery. Comfortable, breathable, resistant to wrinkling.

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Organic Fabric

4 Products

100% organic fabrics. No chemicals, pesticides or herbicides used in their growth. Eco-friendly, sustainable, hypo-allergenic.

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Soft Fabric

66 Products

Browse our collection of soft fabrics, ranging from thick, luxury velvets to lightweight, sheer mulmul muslin. Perfect for garment making.

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Sheer Fabric

27 Products

Find the ideal sheer fabric for your sewing or textiles project and have it custom printed with your designs.

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Technical Fabric

14 Products

Browse our range of stylish and functional technical fabrics; from waterproof to sporty airflow, this collection have everything.

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Wicking Fabric

11 Products

Explore our range of wicking fabric; technical materials that are designed to draw moisture away from the body and dry quickly.

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Ticking Fabric

20 Products

Explore our range of ticking fabrics, perfect for adding a stylish touch to your home. Custom printed to order in the UK.

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Free Fabric Remnants

Get your free bag of fabric remnants. Have them delivered for a small charge.

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Gift Cards

Create a gift card, choose the theme, value and the method for it to be sent.

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When looking at basic properties of fabric, there are certain features which are necessary to consider; breathability, weight, drape, durability, softness, construction and whether it is a water-repellent fabric.

Most fabrics fall into 2 categories, when it comes to their construction properties; woven and knitted. A textile’s specific properties and appearance are affected by not only what type of yarn was used to make it, but how it was constructed. Properties of woven fabrics differ greatly to properties of knitted fabrics. Where one is made up of woven wefts and warps, the other is made by looping them. This difference in construction gives both fabric types completely different characteristics.

Properties of natural fabrics make them a popular choice for many DIYers, whether it is for making clothing, furnishings, accessories, upholstery or anything else. Their natural beauty, sustainable background and durability lends themselves to a wide range of varied projects.

Reviews for Fabric Properties

Rated 5/5 based on 3 customer reviews

Always great service and fab products I use Contrado for fabric printing. They always print to the timescale quoted, there’s a good selection of fabrics to choose from, and the print quality is good.

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Nic H , 19/08/2019
Great service Just what I wanted to make a cushion for a wedding present. Wasn't sure how it would turn out as it is a "scene" rather than a repetitive pattern, but am really pleased with the quality of both the printing and the fabric. Super fast delivery as well.

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Deb H , 09/08/2019
My friend is happy with the package Parcel came really quickly and the fabrics are a good mix.

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Pat C , 11/05/2019