Pico Textiles Light Blue Tartan Plaid Flannel Fabric - 4 Yard Bolt

In this review the Pico Textiles 4 Yards Bolt in light blue tartan plaid is assessed as a fabric choice for makers who need a soft, medium-weight cotton flannel in larger continuous lengths. The bottom line: this fabric is best for sewists and crafters who value natural fiber comfort and easy care. Our review finds the 60' wide, 100% cotton construction delivers warm, breathable pieces for shirts, pajamas, scarves, and baby items while the 4 yard bolt format reduces joins when cutting larger projects.

Key Features

• 100% Cotton: Natural fiber construction delivers breathable comfort and a soft hand that is comfortable next to skin for garments and blankets.
• 60' Width: Extra-wide fabric lets you cut larger pattern pieces or multiple smaller pieces across the width with fewer seams.
• Medium Weight: The moderate thickness offers good heat retention for winter loungewear without being bulky for layered shirts or pajamas.
• 4 Yard Bolt: Sold in 4 yard sections so larger projects can be cut with fewer joins and quantities multiply as separate 4 yard bolts.
• Warm, Cozy Feel: Brushed flannel surface provides a soft, insulating finish ideal for throws, swaddles, and cold-weather garments.
• Machine Washable: Resilient cotton construction stands up to regular use and typical machine washing for easy care.

Who It's For

Pico Textiles light blue tartan flannel is suited to home sewists, small-batch makers, and parents who need larger continuous lengths for items like pajamas, shirts, receiving blankets, and scarves. The wide 60' width makes it attractive for quilters and crafters who want fewer seams when creating throws or blanket layers.

Those looking for technical performance fabrics, waterproof materials, or very lightweight summer shirting should look elsewhere; this medium-weight flannel is optimized for warmth and softness rather than hot-weather wear or specialized technical uses.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, brushed surface that feels pleasant against skin for garments and baby items.
• Wide 60' bolt reduces the need for seams on larger projects and maximizes usable fabric.
• Medium weight provides good warmth without excessive bulk, suitable for pajamas and throws.
• Machine washable cotton that is resilient to regular home laundering.

Cons

• As a medium-weight flannel it is not ideal for lightweight summer clothing or performance outerwear.
• Color and pattern availability are limited to the offered tartan plaid in this listing.

Specifications

Fabric Type	Cotton flannel
Composition	100% cotton
Width	60' (inches)
Weight	Medium weight
Bolt Size	4 yards per bolt
Recommended Uses	Shirts, scarves, pajamas, receiving blankets, throws

Our Verdict

Pico Textiles light blue tartan cotton flannel is a solid value for sewists and makers who need a comfortable, easy-care medium-weight fabric in larger lengths. The wide 60' width and 4 yard bolt format make it particularly practical for blankets, pajamas, and multi-piece projects where fewer seams matter. Choose this when natural fiber softness and warmth are priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the fabric sold?
The fabric is sold in 4 yard bolts; ordering quantity 2 results in two separate 4 yard bolts totaling 8 yards.

Can this flannel be machine washed?
Yes, the cotton flannel is resilient and generally suitable for machine washing following normal care practices.

Is the width suitable for large projects?
Yes, the 60' width helps reduce seams and is suitable for larger items like throws and receiving blankets.