What is French Terry fabric used for?

Rubyjam Fabric's French Terry knit fabric is a versatile fabric that can be used for a wide range of clothing and accessory items. Its stretchy nature, soft texture, and warmth make it a popular choice for many different types of garments throughout the seasons. And Rubyjam Fabric's French Terry is a whooping 185cm wide!

French Terry knit fabric is a type of stretch knit fabric that is made from a blend of natural cotton and spandex fibres. This fabric has a smooth, flat surface on right side and a looped, textured surface on the reverse side.

There are many uses for French Terry-

  1. Activewear: French Terry knit fabric is a popular choice for making activewear such as leggings, sweatpants, and yoga pants. The stretchy nature of the fabric allows for ease of movement, while the looped texture on the inside provides extra warmth and comfort.

  2. Loungewear: French Terry knit fabric is also commonly used for loungewear such as hoodies, sweatshirts, and pajamas. The soft and cozy texture of the fabric makes it ideal for comfortable, relaxed clothing.

  3. Outerwear: French Terry knit fabric can also be used for outerwear such as dresses, jackets, coats, and vests. The stretchy nature of the fabric makes it easy to move in, while the looped texture on the inside provides extra warmth.

  4. Baby and children's clothing: The soft and stretchy nature of this fabric makes it a great choice for making baby and children's clothing such as onesies, leggings, and hoodies. The fabric is gentle on delicate skin and allows for ease of movement.

  5. Accessories: French Terry knit fabric can also be used for making accessories such as headbands, hats, and scarves. The stretchy nature of the fabric allows for a comfortable fit, while the looped texture on the inside provides extra warmth.

Be sure to order your french terry swatch card today - these swatch cards are a must have tool for your sewing room to take the guess work out of matching our solid french terry colours to your sewing projects.