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need a specific faux suede?

Posted by johnsalvo (My Page) on
Sat, Nov 14, 09 at 22:03

Hi, I need a very specific faux suede for a project and was wondering if someone could help. There isn't a fabric store within 60 miles of me (I live rurally) so I have to buy online and it is difficult to get the feel of some fabrics. The faux suede I need has to have these characteristics (specific, I know!)
1.Actually look like suede, no pile no coarseness or weave. I have some of the Alova suede cloth and the texture is just not at all what I am looking for something more of a soft microfiber suede. How about butter suede?
2. It can not ravel, in any direction.
3.Has to a nice backing not an upholstery white woven back like most seem to. Needs to match the color of the fabric (black is what I am looking for) and be a nice consistency. The Alova is good for this but not the first unfortunately.
4.Last it needs a soft hand and to drape pretty nicely not stiff.

I know very specific but if anyone knows of a fabric like this, maybe you have used it or seen it, that would be just great. I have purchased a few samples from the online stores but they weren't what I was looking for. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.


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RE: need a specific faux suede?

What are you actually making?

There are many types and grades of faux suede. The one I posted below is for home deco projects. Does not fray, not sure about backing, they have an 800 number, free delivery for orders over $35.00.

Maybe send for swatches, the ones usually posted are not exactly as pictured.

You can also check out Ultra Suede, it runs about $50.00 a yard, you may find a deal, usually used for clothing looks like real suede, soft and easy to sew. Does not fray, feels very rich, LOL you want to keep touching it. They have men's better blazers using this fabric.

Here is a link that might be useful: Faux Suede Home Deco


 
 

 

 


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