Baby Knit Fabrics

Baby Knit Fabrics by the Metre

Our Baby Knit Fabrics collection brings together soft, stretchy knits designed for baby clothing, blankets and small sewing projects. Every fabric is sold by the metre and made from 100% cotton, so you get a comfortable, breathable material that's gentle against a baby's skin. The distinctive rib knit structure gives a subtle v-pattern along the length of the fabric, combined with good stretch and a warm, supple hand. Whether you sew rompers, cardigans or nursery decorations, this category offers a solid starting point.

What Makes This Knit Different

The brioche or rib stitch used in our baby knit is what sets it apart from a standard jersey. It creates visible vertical ribs, giving the fabric a bit more structure while keeping the stretch you need for baby garments. At 150 cm wide, you get enough width to cut small pattern pieces efficiently, even from a modest length. The knit behaves as a bi-stretch: it gives in width and, to a lesser extent, in length, which is useful for fitted cuffs, waistbands and hoodie linings.

Fine and Coarser Knit Options

Alongside the fine baby knit, we carry a coarser rib knit for projects that need more body or warmth. The finer quality suits lightweight baby clothing and delicate accessories, while the coarser knit works well for cardigans, blankets and heavier decorative pieces. Both share the same soft cotton feel, so you can mix them in a single project without losing consistency in touch or care instructions.

Colours and Practical Uses

This collection runs from classic black and neutral tones to brighter, playful shades, giving you options for both understated basics and eye-catching baby wear. You'll find the fabric used for scarves, blankets, pillows, skirts and cardigans, plus general nursery decoration. If you're working on printed cotton pieces alongside your knits, our Cotton Poplin Printed range pairs nicely for linings or contrast panels, and the Sweat Fabric Printed collection is worth a look if you need a heavier printed knit for outerwear pieces.

Ordering, Samples and Delivery

You order in the length you need, whether that's a small cut for a test swatch or several metres for a batch of baby clothing. A fabric sample costs €0.50, which is handy if you want to check colour and hand-feel before committing to a larger cut. Wholesale pricing applies from 6 metres, making this range practical for small workshops and independent designers, not just hobby sewists. Everything ships from our warehouse in Tilburg, and the collection itself is broad enough to cover most baby knit needs in one place.

In Short

Baby Knit Fabrics combine a soft cotton base with a stretchy rib structure, suited to baby clothing, blankets and small home textile projects. With fine and coarser weights, a decent colour range and the option to order a sample first, it's a practical choice whether you're sewing one romper or cutting for a small production run. Browse the collection and pick the weight and colour that fits your next project.