Acrylic Felt Fabric by the Yard - Soft, 72 in Wide, 1.6mm Thick

In this review of the acrylic felt fabric by the yard, the bottom line is simple: this is a versatile, soft, and sturdy felt that suits crafters, hobbyists, and DIYers who need wide, continuous pieces. The reviewer found the material pliable enough to cut, glue, and shape without fraying, and appreciated the 72 in width for projects that require broad coverage. If you want felt that is comfortable to handle and holds up during repeated use, this fabric delivers the most important benefit: usable, consistent acrylic felt at a reasonable value.

Key Features

• Sold by individual units: Each quantity purchased arrives as a separate continuous piece, so orders scale predictably for multiple projects.
• 100% acrylic fiber: The felt is soft yet durable, making it easy to cut and glue without unraveling or creasing the fabric.
• Generous width: At 72 in wide the fabric covers large surfaces or can be cut down with minimal seams for home decor and costume uses.
• Substantial thickness: The 1.6mm, 160 gms/sq yd specification provides noticeable heft for padding, tabletop covers, and craft stability.
• Precut continuous length: Available in precut yard lengths which simplifies planning and reduces waste compared with many narrow bolts.

Who It's For

This felt is aimed at crafters, sewists, and decorators who need a soft, non-stiff material for projects like felt flowers, garlands, pillows, costume elements, and table coverings. The wide 72 in panels are particularly useful for reupholstering small surfaces, making gaming or poker table tops, or producing backdrop panels where fewer seams are desirable.

People who require specialized technical fabrics, natural fiber felt, or needle-felt blending should look elsewhere; this product is acrylic and optimized for general craft and home use rather than textile restoration or high-heat industrial applications.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, pliable texture that is easy to manipulate for detailed craft work.
• Good thickness and weight for padding, table covers, and durable decorations.
• Vibrant colors that hold up and provide consistent coverage across wide cuts.

Cons

• Being acrylic, it is not a natural fiber and may not suit projects that require natural materials.
• Precut lengths mean continuous yardage beyond the listed lengths requires contacting the seller.

Specifications

Material	100% acrylic fiber
Width	72 in (182 cm)
Thickness	1.6 mm
Weight	160 gms/sq yd
Length	Precut continuous yard options (sold by individual units)
Use cases	Crafts, sewing, padding, costumes, table covers

Our Verdict

For hobbyists and DIY decorators who need a wide, soft felt that behaves predictably when cut and glued, this acrylic felt is a practical choice. It balances softness, thickness, and color vibrancy at a price that feels like good value for general craft, tabletop, and costume work, while buyers seeking natural fibers or very long single-piece yardage may prefer alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the fabric sold as one continuous piece per quantity?
Yes, each quantity is a separate continuous unit so multiple quantities equal multiple continuous pieces.

Will the felt fray or require edge finishing?
Customers report minimal fraying; the acrylic construction cuts cleanly and is easy to glue or bind for finished edges.

Can this be used as a tabletop cover for games?
Yes, the 1.6mm thickness and soft surface make it suitable for poker, puzzle, and gaming tables where a cozy, non-slip feel is desired.