Stretch Toweling Fabric

Stretch Toweling Fabric by the Metre

Stretch toweling fabric is a soft, loop-textured cotton knit with just enough elastane to give it a comfortable four-way movement. Sold by the metre, this fabric works well for anything that touches skin directly, from baby rompers to bathrobes. The loops sit on one side while the reverse stays smooth, which is what gives this cotton toweling its absorbent, breathable character. In our range you'll find several weights and finishes, all suited to garments that need a bit of stretch alongside that classic terry feel.

What makes stretch toweling different from regular terry cloth

Regular terry cloth has no give at all, it's woven and stays rigid. Stretch toweling fabric, on the other hand, is knitted, which means it moves with the body. That's why it's the go-to choice for baby clothing, sun lounger covers and terry towel pyjamas, garments where a snug, flexible fit matters more than a stiff drape. The cotton content keeps the fabric soft against the skin and lets it absorb moisture, so it's genuinely practical for anything worn close to the body, not just decorative.

Plain toweling versus patterned terry

Most of our stretch toweling fabric comes in solid colours, ideal when you want the texture to do the talking. For projects that need a bit more visual interest, take a look at our stretch terry cloth with a pattern, which brings prints and motifs into the same soft, absorbent base. Both versions handle the same way on the machine, so switching between plain and patterned within one project is straightforward.

What you can make with it

This toweling fabric suits a fairly specific set of projects, and that's exactly where it shines:

• Children's clothing, especially rompers and bath capes
• Bedding and cot accessories where softness matters
• Bathrobes and towel pyjamas
• Sun lounger covers and beach accessories

A ballpoint needle and a slight zigzag or overlock stitch keep seams elastic, which matters once the fabric is being pulled on and off a wriggling toddler on a regular basis.

Ordering and pricing

You order this stretch toweling fabric per metre, so you only buy what the pattern actually needs. Wholesale pricing kicks in from 6 metres, which is useful if you're making multiple garments or sewing for a small business. Prefer to feel the fabric before committing? A fabric sample is available for €0.50, a small cost that saves guessing at grammage or softness from a screen. Everything ships from our warehouse in Tilburg, and the range covers enough weights and colours to suit both hobby sewists and small labels working with terry fabrics regularly.

In short

Stretch toweling fabric combines the absorbency of classic terry with the comfort of a knit, making it a solid pick for baby clothes, robes and anything worn against the skin. With plain and patterned options, per-metre ordering and sample fabric available, it's easy to find the right match for your next project. Have a browse through the collection and see which weight and colour fits what you're making.