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Matelassé actually refers to the pattern produced on a fabric by a unique weaving or stitching technique. The fabric is usually either medium or heavier weight and has a raised patterned or quilted surface or appears quilted or padded. Matelassé fabric can be used for many different projects. Bedding, upholstery, window treatments, apparel items, and more can all be made with matelassé fabric.
Best Matelassé Fabrics
Here are our matelassé fabric reviews.
1. AbbeyShea Style: Vincent
This beautiful matelassé fabric has a quilted or patterned look, as is signature to matelassé fabric. Matelassé is a versatile fabric that can be used for a wide variety of projects including home décor accents, slipcovers and other upholstery projects, window treatments, apparel items, handbags, and for bedding.
- Fabric is dry clean only
- This fabric is very heavyweight and is made from a blend of 68% cotton and 32% polyester
- Comes in 55” widths
2. Kelly Ripa Home Style: Swoon
This stunning line of matelassé floral print fabric features a quilted appearance in a geometric pattern. This fabric is very heavyweight, which makes it a good choice for all sorts of upholstery projects. It could also be used to make heavier window treatments, for accent pieces like pillows, and for bedding like duvet covers.
- Dry clean
- Fabric is a blend of 65% cotton and 35% polyester
- Comes in 54” widths
3. Splendid Home Style: Casey
This line of matelassé fabric comes in soft, pastel hues. The fabric has the signature matelassé appearance without actually being padded at all, though it is very heavyweight. This fabric would be a great choice for upholstery projects, accents like toss cushions, for bedding, and more.
- Fabric is 100% polyester
- Comes in 54” widths
- Dry cleaning is recommended to clean the fabric
4. Stof France Baryton Velvet Matelassé
This unique matelassé fabric is quilted on both sides and feels soft and velvety to the touch. The fabric is very heavyweight and has an inner layer of polyester batting. Because of its unique construction this matelassé fabric would be perfect for making blankets and other bedding, for quilted accessories like totes, and more.
- Fabric is 100% polyester
- Comes in 57” widths
- Fabric can be laundered at home- machine wash, and tumble dry on low heat
5. Jennifer Adams Style: Andrea
This fabric has the signature matelassé padded look, and is very heavyweight. The fabrics available in this line feature neutral colors with a geometric print. This fabric could be a great choice for window treatments, upholstery, bedding, home décor accents, and more.
- Fabric is very heavyweight and is made from 100% polyester
- Available in 55” widths
- Fabric can be cleaned by wiping with a damp cloth
Matelassé Fabric Buying Guide
Matelassé is a beautiful fabric with raised, or textured surface. The fabric can be made from natural fibers, synthetic fibers, or a blend of both. Matelassé fabric is very versatile and can be used for a whole host of different projects. The fabric comes in many different colors and prints and is usually a medium to heavier weight fabric. Each line of fabric will have its own care instructions. Some are dry clean only, while others can be laundered at home, or just wiped down or spot cleaned with a damp cloth.
Cost of Matelassé Fabric
Matelassé fabric is more expensive than other fabrics, but considering that it is often a heavier weight fabric that is strong enough even for upholstery projects, the cost is often offset by the durability and the versatility of the fabric. The fabric is also generally quite uniquely patterned or quilted, and is both elegant and beautiful, which also makes the cost of the fabric understandable. Matelassé fabric can often be purchased for anywhere between twenty-five to thirty dollars per yard, but is often cheaper when larger quantities of fabric are purchased.
A Fabric with Many Uses
Matelassé fabric is quite unique in that it can be used for so many different projects. It’s actually a little bit astounding how versatile matelassé fabric really is. Not many fabrics can be used both indoors and outdoors and is so versatile. Matelassé can be used for upholstery and slipcover projects, but it can also be used for many different home décor projects, window treatments, duvet covers, coverlets, apparel items, fashion accessories, and more.
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