Ice Fabrics Stretch Velvet Fabric by the Yard - Soft Red Stretch

In this review the Ice Fabrics stretch velvet by the yard is evaluated for sewists, costume makers, and DIY crafters who need a soft, stretchy velvet with reliable color and drape. The single biggest reason to consider this fabric is the combination of a luxuriously soft hand with enough built-in stretch to make fitted garments and flowing pieces comfortable and forgiving. The review focuses on real-world handling, fabric behavior during sewing, and how well it holds up after basic care.

Key Features

• Soft stretch velvet: The plush face feels smooth against skin and gives garments a comfortable, wearable finish that reads luxury without stiffness.
• 90% polyester, 10% spandex: The fiber blend delivers reliable stretch and recovery so fitted designs keep their shape while remaining flexible.
• 60 in width: A wide usable width that reduces seams for larger projects, particularly useful for dresses, gowns, and wide panels.
• Color accuracy: The red color reproduces as a deep, rich shade that customers reported as matching expectations for bold apparel and costumes.
• Easy care: Machine wash cold and tumble dry low keeps the fabric looking good and minimizes ironing for everyday use.
• Durable finish: The polyester content helps resist pilling and fading so finished items hold up to repeated wear and laundering.

Who It's For

This fabric is ideal for home sewists and small designers making fitted dresses, leggings, costume pieces, and soft jackets who value a plush hand and stretch. Its width and drape also suit crafters creating draped home decor accents or wide panels where seam visibility should be minimized.

Those who need very heavy or structured upholstery-grade velvet should look elsewhere since this is a soft, midweight stretch velvet best suited to apparel and soft decor rather than heavy-duty furniture use.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, luxurious feel that works well next to skin and for costumes.
• Good stretch and recovery from the 10% spandex content, making fitted garments more forgiving.
• Wide 60 in roll reduces the need for sewing long seam joins and helps with pattern layout.
• Color consistency and drape praised by customers, offering good value for yardage purchases.

Cons

• Thickness opinions vary among buyers; some may find it lighter than expected for very structured garments.
• Not intended for heavy upholstery where a sturdier backing and weight are required.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The Ice Fabrics stretch velvet is a smart choice for sewists and costume makers who want a plush, stretchy fabric that drapes well and holds color. It offers good value for yardage, a comfortable hand, and dependable stretch for fitted work, though those needing heavy-duty upholstery fabric should consider a different material.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this fabric suitable for fitted dresses?
Yes. The 10% spandex content provides stretch and recovery that makes the fabric well suited to fitted dresses and garments.

How should I care for this velvet?
Machine wash on cold and tumble dry on low to preserve the finish and minimize wrinkles while protecting color and hand.

Will the color fade quickly?
Customers report good color accuracy and durability; the polyester-rich blend helps resist fading with normal care.