Black ITY Knit Jersey Polyester Spandex Fabric 60in Wide - 5 Yard Cut

In this review of the Black ITY Knit Jersey Polyester Spandex Fabric by the yard, the bottom line is simple: sewists and costume makers who need a lustrous, forgiving knit with reliable 2-way stretch will find a lot to like. The reviewer found the material to be lightweight, drape well, and hold its shape thanks to the 95% polyester and 5% spandex blend, making it a practical choice for dancewear, bodysuits, and fitted garments where comfort and stretch matter.

Key Features

• Fiber blend: The 95% polyester and 5% spandex mix delivers a soft, slightly lustrous surface that resists wrinkles and recovers well after stretching.
• Width and cut: At approximately 58/60in wide and sold as a precut 5 yard piece, the fabric suits wide pattern layouts and reduces seams for many projects.
• 2-way stretch: The knit has reliable stretch across one axis for fitted garments such as leggings, tops and dancewear while maintaining shape.
• Easy care: Machine wash cold with no bleach and tumble dry or lay flat, which simplifies maintenance for frequently worn costumes.
• Weight and hand: At about 280 grams per meter the fabric reads as lightweight to medium and has a thin, flexible hand that layers well under costumes.

Who It's For

This fabric is best for hobby sewers, dancewear designers, and costume makers who need a stretch knit that looks polished on stage and wears comfortably. It works well for bodysuits, fitted dresses, leggings and tops where a little sheen and good stretch recovery help garments keep their shape.

It may be less suitable for sewists who need an opaque, heavyweight knit or a textured stable fabric; customers concerned about perfect color matching should also order a small swatch first, since screen color and perception can vary.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good stretch and recovery from the polyester-spandex blend for fitted clothing.
• Wide 58/60in width lets you cut larger pattern pieces with fewer seams.
• Low-maintenance care makes it practical for items that will see frequent wear.
• Lightweight drape and slight luster that works well under stage lights.

Cons

• Some customers report the fabric is thinner and slightly more see-through than expected, which may require lining for certain garments.
• Color accuracy can vary from images, so exact shade matching may be imperfect without a swatch.

Specifications

Brand	FabricLA
Content	95% polyester, 5% spandex
Width	58/60in
Length	Pre-cut 5 yard piece
Weight	Approx 280 g per meter
Stretch	2-way stretch

Our Verdict

For seamstresses making dancewear, costumes or fitted garments, this black ITY knit is a practical value: it combines good stretch, easy care and a wide 58/60in width that reduces waste. Buyers who need heavyweight opacity or exact color matching should request a sample first, but for most projects this fabric balances price and performance effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this sold as a single 5 yard piece or continuous yardage?
Each unit is sold as a separate pre-cut 5 yard piece; if you select multiple units you will receive that many separate 5 yard lengths.

How should I launder this fabric?
Wash cold with no bleach and either tumble dry or lay flat to dry; ironing is generally unnecessary because the fabric is wrinkle-resistant.

Will this fabric be opaque for leggings?
The fabric is lightweight and some customers find it slightly see-through, so consider lining or a test garment to confirm opacity for leggings.