Pico Textiles Red Green White Tartan Plaid Flannel Fabric - 5 yd Bolt

Our review of the Pico Textiles tartan plaid flannel finds it well suited to makers who want a traditional, cozy cotton fabric in large quantities. The single biggest reason to buy is the 5 yard bolt format paired with a 60' wide medium weight cotton that makes cutting for multiple projects fast and economical, especially for shirts, pajamas, scarves and receiving blankets. The fabric's soft hand and warm, breathable cotton composition are immediately apparent, and the classic red, green and white tartan reads as a versatile seasonal and year-round option for home sewing.

Key Features

• 100% Cotton: Natural fiber construction provides breathability and a soft hand that is comfortable next to skin for garments and baby items.
• 60' Width: Extra-wide cloth lets you lay out larger pattern pieces and reduce seams when making throws, robes, or twin bedding.
• Medium Weight: The fabric retains warmth without being bulky, making it appropriate for winter loungewear and layered shirts.
• 5 Yard Bolt: Sold in 5 yard sections so crafters and small makers receive a substantial continuous length for several projects per bolt.
• Classic Tartan Plaid: The red, green and white check pattern is timeless and works for both apparel and home decor applications.
• Easy Care: Resilient cotton composition stands up to regular use and is generally machine washable for practical everyday items.

Who It's For

This flannel is ideal for home sewers, small apparel makers, and anyone making multiple matching items who values full-width fabric and bulk yardage. The bolt format is convenient for people planning to cut several shirts, a set of pajamas and coordinating scarves or blankets without piecing narrower widths together.

It may be less suitable for projects that require lightweight drape, sheer fabrics, or a technical performance finish. Quilters who need prewashed, pre-shrunk quilting cotton in narrower widths might prefer a different specialty cotton rather than a medium weight flannel.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, breathable 100% cotton hand ideal for garments and baby blankets.
• Wide 60' width reduces seams and simplifies cutting for larger projects.
• Sold in 5 yard bolts, economical for makers needing continuous lengths.
• Medium weight provides good warmth without excessive bulk.

Cons

• As a medium weight flannel it is not suited to projects requiring lightweight drape or stretch.
• Colors and pattern scale are fixed to the tartan style, so it lacks versatility for very formal garments.

Specifications

Fabric	100% cotton flannel
Pattern	Red, green and white tartan plaid
Width	60' wide
Weight	Medium weight
Sold	5 yard bolt sections (each quantity = 5 yards)
Suitable for	Shirts, scarves, pajamas, receiving blankets

Our Verdict

The Pico Textiles tartan plaid flannel is a practical choice for sewists who want a soft, warm 100% cotton in a convenient 5 yard bolt and wide 60' width. It delivers good value when making multiple garments or coordinated home items, thanks to its resilient, easy-care composition and classic plaid. Buy this if you need a dependable medium weight flannel in generous lengths; look elsewhere for ultra-lightweight or high-performance fabrics.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the fabric preshrunk?
Answer. The listing notes standard cotton composition and machine washability but does not specify preshrinking, so prewashing before cutting is recommended.

How is the fabric shipped when ordering multiple quantities?
Answer. Each quantity is a 5 yard bolt; ordering quantity 2 ships as two separate 5 yard bolts totaling 10 yards.

Can this be used for baby receiving blankets?
Answer. Yes, the soft 100% cotton and medium weight make it suitable for receiving blankets and other baby items with proper laundering.