Ice Fabrics Craft Felt Fabric by the Yard - Soft Durable Black Felt

In this review the Ice Fabrics craft felt stands out as a reliable, easy-to-work-with acrylic felt for hobbyists and small makers who need a wide, consistent fabric for projects. The single biggest reason to buy is its combination of a soft, non-scratchy feel and durable 1.6mm thickness in a full 72 in width that reduces seams for larger work. For anyone making costumes, home decor accents, embroidery backings or vehicle panel covers, this felt delivers predictable handling and color accuracy.

Key Features

• Soft, smooth texture: The felt has a pleasant hand that makes cutting and layering comfortable during extended craft sessions.
• 100% acrylic construction: Being made from acrylic fibers gives the material long-lasting resilience and reduced pilling compared with cheaper blends.
• Large 72 in width: The generous width means fewer joins for larger projects like banners, upholstery accents, or automotive panels.
• Approx 1.6mm thickness: The midweight thickness balances structure with flexibility, useful for costume pieces, mountings and machine embroidery backing.
• Easy to customize: It cuts, folds, sews, glues and accepts paint and markers without excessive fraying or distortion.
• Machine washable care: Cold wash on a delicate cycle and air dry to keep the fabric clean without damaging the texture.

Who It's For

This felt is well suited to crafters, teachers and hobby sewers who need a dependable, soft acrylic felt in a wide width for projects such as classroom displays, costume panels, appliqu, and decorative home crafts. The fabric's color accuracy and consistent weight make it a good choice for small business makers doing printed or embroidered items that require a steady substrate.

Those looking for heavyweight craft felt for structural furniture applications or natural fiber content should look elsewhere; this is an acrylic, non-woven material designed for versatility rather than heavy structural support.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft and non-scratchy hand makes it comfortable to work with for costumes and wearables.
• Consistent color accuracy and good weight help for visible decorative projects and embroidery.
• Large 72 in width reduces seams for wide pieces and speeds up production.
• Easy to cut, glue, sew and paint for a wide range of craft techniques.

Cons

• Thickness feedback is mixed among users; some may find 1.6mm too light for heavily structural uses.
• As an acrylic non-woven, it is not a natural fiber option for projects requiring organic materials.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Ice Fabrics black acrylic felt is a solid, good-value choice for crafters who need a wide, easy-to-work-with fabric with trustworthy color and a comfortable hand. Its 72 in width and 1.6mm thickness suit decorative, costume and embroidery uses; choose a different material only if you require heavier structural support or a natural fiber.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this felt be machine washed?
Yes, wash cold on a delicate cycle and air dry to preserve texture and reduce pilling.

Is the felt suitable for embroidery?
Yes, customers report good performance for machine embroidery and it provides adequate backing for many stitched designs.

How wide is the fabric and why does that matter?
The fabric is 72 in wide, which minimizes seams on wide projects like banners, upholstery accents or vehicle panels.