Ice Fabrics Craft Felt Fabric by The Yard - Soft 72in Wide Purple

In this review of the Ice Fabrics craft felt, the bottom line is simple: crafters and hobbyists who want a wide, easy-to-work-with felt in a bold purple will find good value here. The 72in width and 1.6mm thickness keep pieces stable for projects like upholstery accents, costume panels, or large decor, while the 100% acrylic construction provides a soft, non-scratchy feel. This review focuses on how the material handles cutting, sewing, glue, and machine embroidery based on product details and customer feedback.

Key Features

• Soft, smooth texture: The acrylic felt is pleasant to handle and comfortable for projects that touch skin or are handled frequently.
• Extra-wide 72in width: The wide cut reduces seams and makes it easier to cover larger surfaces or cut long pieces without joining panels.
• 1.6mm thickness: The moderate thickness gives structure for decor, panels and appliques while still being pliable enough to fold and sew.
• 100% acrylic durability: Being a non-woven felt produced by matting and pressing fibers makes the fabric long-lasting and resistant to quick wear.
• Easy to work with: The material cuts cleanly, accepts glue, paint and sewing, and is suitable for machine embroidery according to user notes.
• Simple care: The felt can be machine washed on a cold delicate cycle and air-dried, which keeps maintenance straightforward for craft items.

Who It's For

This felt is aimed at DIY crafters, costume makers, teachers and hobby sewers who need a wide, consistent purple fabric that is easy to cut and sew. Its soft feel and non-scratchy surface make it suitable for items that will be handled or worn, and the 72in width is especially useful for projects that would otherwise require stitching multiple narrower pieces together.

It is less suitable for high-stress structural uses where heavy-duty industrial textiles are required or for projects demanding a very thin felt. If you need natural fibers or fire-retardant certification, look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good color accuracy and vibrant purple tones that match expectations.
• Soft hand and comfortable feel for wearable or handheld crafts.
• Wide 72in width and consistent thickness reduce seams and simplify large projects.
• Durable 100% acrylic construction with easy washing instructions.

Cons

• Thickness received mixed feedback, so those wanting very thin or very heavy felt should verify suitability first.
• As a non-woven acrylic, it lacks natural fiber breathability for some specialty textile needs.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Ice Fabrics purple craft felt is a practical, cost-effective choice for crafters who need a wide, durable and soft acrylic felt for projects like decor, costume panels and machine embroidery. Its 72in width and easy-to-work-with surface offer clear advantages for medium to large projects, and the washable acrylic construction makes it good value for most hobby uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this felt be sewn by machine?
Yes, customers report sewing and even machine embroidery works well on this acrylic felt when using appropriate needles and stabilizers.

How should I clean this fabric?
Machine wash on cold delicate and air-dry to preserve color and reduce pilling risk.

Is the color true to photos?
Customers praise the color accuracy; the purple is generally reported as vibrant and consistent.