FabricLA Felt by the Yard 72 in Wide, 1.6mm Thick - Light Flesh 4 Yard

In this review of the FabricLA acrylic felt by the yard, the bottom line is straightforward: this is a soft, easy-to-work felt aimed at crafters, home decorators, and costume makers who need a wide, durable fabric that does not fray. The reviewer found the 72 in width and 1.6mm thickness make it especially useful when covering tables, cutting templates, or creating larger decor pieces, and the material's pliability and color consistency are the single biggest reasons to buy.

Key Features

• Sold by individual units: Each quantity is delivered as a separate precut piece so orders for multiple yards arrive as distinct rolls or pieces for flexible use.
• 100% acrylic fiber: The acrylic composition keeps the felt soft and sturdy while resisting unraveling during cutting and gluing.
• Generous width: At 72 in wide the fabric covers large surfaces with fewer seams, which is ideal for table covers, backdrops, and larger craft projects.
• 1.6mm thickness: The felt's 1.6mm body provides a noticeable, useful heft that helps cards, puzzles, and decorations stay put on a tabletop surface.
• Precut continuous length: Offered as continuous yardage options that simplify measuring and reduce joins when you need long runs.
• Easy to manipulate: Cuts cleanly and accepts glue well, so making flowers, pouches, or appliques is straightforward without fraying.

Who It's For

The FabricLA felt is best for craft hobbyists, small sewing shops, event decorators, and costume makers who need a soft, wide felt that can be cut, glued, and draped without stiffness. The 72 in width is particularly handy for people converting dining tables into game or poker tables, creating large-scale backdrops, or sewing oversized cushions.

People who need very fine, lightweight interfacing or technical textile performance (waterproofing, stretch recovery, or flame resistance) should look elsewhere; this product is designed for general crafting and decor rather than industrial or technical applications.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, non-stiff hand that makes it easy to shape for decorations and costumes.
• Durable acrylic construction that resists fraying and holds up to repeated handling.
• Large 72 in width reduces seams for backdrops and table conversions.
• Good value for length and thickness when used for home projects and crafting.

Cons

• Not intended as a technical fabric; it lacks specialty finishes like waterproofing or flame retardancy.

Specifications

Material	100% acrylic fibers
Width	72 in (182 cm)
Thickness	1.6 mm
Fabric weight	160 gms/sq. yd.
Length per piece	Precut continuous yards (sold by individual units)
Color variation	Light Flesh (Lt Flesh A047)

Our Verdict

The FabricLA 72 in wide, 1.6mm acrylic felt is a practical choice for crafters and decorators who need a soft, durable, wide fabric for covers, costumes, and large projects. Its combination of width, thickness, and clean-cut behavior makes it a good value for hobbyists who value easy handling and consistent color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this felt delivered as one continuous piece?
Each ordered quantity is supplied as a separate precut piece, so multiple quantities mean multiple separate pieces rather than one combined roll.

Will the edges fray after cutting?
Customers report minimal fraying; the acrylic construction cuts cleanly and holds up well for glued or sewn edges.

Is this suitable for a poker or game table surface?
Yes, the 1.6mm thickness and soft surface make it suitable for temporary game tables and similar tabletop uses.