FAB 1978

Soft Animal Print Suede Knit Fabric

A substantial animal print suede knit with a velvety face and softly brushed backing. Its polyester and polyurethane construction provides a supportive, flexible body for close-fitting garments and statement projects. Feel: Soft, velvety suede-like face with a brushed reverse. Stretch: Comfortable stretch with supportive recovery. Thickness/Transparency: Substantial and opaque. Drape: Structured drape with flexible movement. Season: Suitable for cooler weather, costumes, and year-round statement pieces. What you can make Create fitted jackets, skirts, leggings, stagewear, costume pieces, fashion tops, and structured accessories. Care & Sewing Tips Use a stretch needle and a narrow zigzag or stretch stitch. Test stitching first, avoid high heat, and use a pressing cloth to protect the suede-like surface.

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A substantial animal print suede knit with a velvety face and softly brushed backing. Its polyester and polyurethane construction provides a supportive, flexible body for close-fitting garments and statement projects.

Feel: Soft, velvety suede-like face with a brushed reverse.
Stretch: Comfortable stretch with supportive recovery.
Thickness/Transparency: Substantial and opaque.
Drape: Structured drape with flexible movement.
Season: Suitable for cooler weather, costumes, and year-round statement pieces.

What you can make

Create fitted jackets, skirts, leggings, stagewear, costume pieces, fashion tops, and structured accessories.

Care & Sewing Tips

Use a stretch needle and a narrow zigzag or stretch stitch. Test stitching first, avoid high heat, and use a pressing cloth to protect the suede-like surface.