Cotton Spandex Jersey Knit Fabric by the Yard - Ultra Soft 4-Way

In this review the FabricLA cotton spandex jersey knit stands out as a go-to knit for home sewists and small apparel makers who need a soft, durable, four-way stretch fabric. The biggest reason to buy is its combination of feel and functionality: a 95% cotton, 5% spandex blend that is breathable, soft to touch and offers reliable stretch recovery for garments like leggings and tees. It ships in pre-cut lengths and is practical for projects that need opaque, medium-weight knit with consistent color.

Key Features

• Blend and hand: The 95% cotton and 5% spandex mix gives a pleasant, natural hand that is soft against skin while remaining durable for repeated wear.
• 4-way stretch: The fabric stretches both crosswise and lengthwise, providing ease of movement and good recovery for activewear and fitted garments.
• Width and length: At 58/60 in wide and sold in pre-cut 30 yd pieces for this listing, it provides generous width for cutting multiple pattern pieces across the grain.
• Weight and opacity: The 12 oz weight is substantial enough to be opaque for leggings and dresses while still folding and draping well.
• Multiple uses: Suitable for leggings, tops, dresses, loungewear, childrens apparel, and accessories where a soft, stretchy knit is required.

Who It's For

This fabric is best for dressmakers, small clothing brands, and experienced hobby sewers who want a reliable cotton-lycra jersey for close-fitting garments and everyday wear. Its 4-way stretch and medium-heavy weight make it especially useful for leggings, stable t-shirts, and casual dresses that need some recovery.

Those who need ultra-fine performance activewear fabrics with moisture-wicking technical finishes or those seeking very lightweight summer knits might look elsewhere; this is a cotton-dominant knit with comfortable breathability rather than technical sports fabric performance.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, natural feel from the high cotton content that is comfortable for skin-facing garments.
• Reliable stretchiness and recovery from the 5% spandex for fitted items.
• Wide 58/60 in width gives efficient cutting layouts and less seams for larger patterns.
• Pre-cut 30 yd pieces are convenient for bulk projects or multiple orders of the same color.

Cons

• Some sewists report the fabric is either a touch thicker or thinner than expected, so testing with a sample is advised for very specific drape needs.
• Pieces are sold as individual units per quantity which may not suit projects needing a single long continuous length without seams.

Specifications

Composition	95% Cotton, 5% Spandex
Width	58/60 in (150 cm)
Length (listing)	Pre-cut 30 yd pieces
Weight	12 oz
Stretch	4-way stretch (crosswise and lengthwise)
Recommended uses	Leggings, tops, dresses, childrens apparel, loungewear, accessories

Our Verdict

The FabricLA cotton spandex jersey is a practical, comfortable knit that offers good value for sewists who need an opaque, soft, four-way stretch fabric. With a substantial 12 oz weight and wide 58/60 in width, it works well for leggings, fitted tops and everyday garments; buyers who need uninterrupted continuous yardage or ultra-technical activewear fabrics should confirm yard length or sample first.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is yardage supplied?
Each quantity is supplied as a separate piece at the selected yard length, so ordering multiple quantity yields multiple equal pieces.

Can this fabric be used for leggings?
Yes, the 4-way stretch and 12 oz weight make it suitable for leggings with good opacity and recovery.

Is the fabric breathable?
Yes, the high cotton content makes the knit breathable and comfortable for everyday wear.