Cotton Jersey Fabric

Cotton Jersey Fabric by the Metre

Cotton jersey fabric in this category is a knitted single jersey of 94% cotton and 6% lycra, built for garments that need to move with the body. It's 160 cm wide and weighs 240 grams per square metre, a medium weight that works for everything from T-shirts to structured dresses. Four-way stretch is built in through the lycra, so fitted pieces keep their shape wash after wash. The range comes in solid colours, all spun from the same combed cotton yarn, and ships by the metre from stock in Tilburg.

Composition, weight and construction

Every fabric here shares the same base: 94% cotton, 6% lycra, knitted as a single jersey with a matte, silk finish and medium drape. The weight stays fixed at 240 grams per square metre, so it's sturdy enough to hold a hem without feeling stiff, yet still soft enough for baby clothing. Width runs a consistent 160 cm, and rolls measure roughly 50 metres. The yarn is combed compact cotton yarn, Ne 30/1, meaning the short, uneven fibres get combed out before spinning, leaving only the longer, more uniform ones. Compare that to open-end yarn, which keeps more of those short fibres in and tends to pill faster and feel rougher on the surface. The difference shows up over time: less pilling, a finer and more even surface, and a fabric that still looks decent after repeated washing.

Stretch, sewing and care

The lycra content gives this jersey four-way stretch, so it stretches both across the width and along the length and bounces back into shape afterwards. That's the property that keeps leggings and fitted tees from bagging at the knees or elbows after a few wears. For sewing, use a ballpoint or jersey needle in size 75/11 to 90/14, since the rounded tip slides between the knitted loops rather than piercing them, avoiding skipped stitches. Care is simple: wash at 30°C, iron on medium heat, tumble dry on low if you use one, and skip the bleach. Dry cleaning is an option too if that suits your workflow better. The fabric carries OEKO-TEX Class I certification, the standard applied to textiles in close skin contact, including baby and children's clothing.

What you can make with it

This cotton jersey is suited to T-shirts, tops, dresses and leggings, and it holds up equally well in sportswear, hoodies and sweatshirts. Many customers use it for baby clothing and children's clothing, where the soft hand feel and high breathability matter most. Skirts sit nicely in this weight too, with just enough body to avoid clinging. If your project calls for texture rather than a flat knit, the Knitted Corduroy Jersey Fabric is worth a look, and for something heavier and more structured, browse the Cotton Interlock Knit Fabric. Finishing necklines, cuffs and hems gets easier with a matching rib, so check the Cuffs Rib range when you're planning a full garment.

Colour range and related jersey fabrics

Solid shades in this range include black, light beige, olive green, ecru and nude pink, all finished in the same 240 gram quality. Looking for sparkle instead of a plain surface? The Jersey Glitter Fabric sits in a similar weight class. For a softer, more fluid fall, the Viscose Jersey Fabric drapes differently than cotton and suits garments that need more movement. A brushed, fleecy alternative is available in the Jogging Fabric, useful for sweatshirts and loungewear. These ranges sit alongside this cotton jersey, so combining fabrics for one project is straightforward.

Ordering by the metre

This cotton jersey fabric sells by the metre, so you order exactly the length a pattern needs, no more. A fabric sample costs 0.50 euro if you want to check the colour and hand feel before committing to a larger cut. Everything ships from the Tilburg warehouse, and the range works for home sewers ordering a metre or two as well as businesses placing larger volumes.

A solid base for everyday jersey projects

This cotton jersey fabric gives you a dependable, medium-weight knit with four-way stretch, a combed-yarn finish, and OEKO-TEX Class I certification. The 240 gram weight and 160 cm width keep cutting and sewing predictable, whether you're making a single dress or a small production run of T-shirts. Browse the colour range and order a sample first if you're unsure which shade suits your project.

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