Fabric by Missy Rose | Double Brushed Poly Fabric
Double brushed poly is a beautiful, buttery soft knit fabric made from 100% polyester. Offering gorgeous drape, brushed polyester fabric has excellent recovery and 4-way stretch for comfort and ease. Here’s everything you need to know about sewing with this fabric.
What are the advantages of double brushed poly fabric?
· Works excellently with any sewing pattern that requests a stretch knit
· Has an amazing 4-way stretch and great recovery time
· Incredibly soft and comfortable to wear
· Drapes close to the body without clinging
· Offers fantastic colour fastness, washes well and shows no sign of wear after repeat washes
· Does not require ironing
What are the disadvantages of double brushed polyester fabric?
· Poor breathability compared to natural fabrics like cotton
How does double brushed poly compare to other fabrics?
Double brushed poly will tent out less than woven cotton in 200 GSM. It has a thinner feel than the 260 GSM woven cotton.