Juvenile/Nursery/Children

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Juvenile/Nursery/Children

Nursery fabric is designed specifically for children’s rooms, combining softness, durability, and playful patterns. It’s great for everything from bedding and curtains to upholstery and decorative accents. At FabricMill, you’ll find a wide variety of nursery fabrics by the yard to match any style or theme. Read More

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Selection of juvenile/nursery/children fabric

FabricMill offers nursery fabrics in a range of materials, prints, and textures. You’ll find everything from soft cotton blends with playful animal or themed prints to durable polyester options for upholstery and window treatments. Whether you prefer modern designs or vintage-inspired patterns, our collection makes it easy to find the perfect fabric to fit your child’s room.

How to use juvenile/nursery/children fabric

Nursery fabrics can be used in many ways, from large statement pieces to small accent details. Here are some common ways to incorporate them into your child’s space:

  • Upholstery: Nursery fabric works well for reupholstering chairs, sofas, and cushions, providing soft yet durable surfaces that hold up to daily use by kids.
  • Window treatments: Curtains and blackout drapes made with nursery fabrics add style and function by softening natural light and offering privacy; FabricMill also offers custom window treatment services to fit your nursery perfectly.
  • Home decor: Sewing throw pillows, quilts, and decorative cushions with nursery fabrics will make the room more playful and welcoming.
  • Bedding: Nursery fabric is ideal for creating cozy crib sheets, blankets, and full bedding sets designed to be gentle on the baby’s skin.
  • Rugs and cushions: Coordinate nursery rugs and floor cushions using matching fabrics to complete the look.

Why choose juvenile/nursery/children fabric

Choosing nursery fabric means selecting textiles that balance comfort, durability, and child-friendly designs. These fabrics stand up to frequent use while being gentle on sensitive skin. Here’s why they’re a smart choice:

  • Softness and comfort: Many nursery fabrics are made from natural fibers or soft blends that feel breathable and gentle on a baby’s delicate skin.
  • Durability: With double rub ratings between 15,000 and 25,000, nursery fabrics are designed to last through years of use and washing.
  • Easy care: Most nursery fabrics are machine washable and resist stains and odors, making maintenance straightforward for busy parents.
  • Variety: Available in a wide range of animal prints, themed patterns, and classic styles, nursery fabrics fit any nursery décor style.
  • Safety: It's important that fabrics meet fire safety standards and are free of harsh chemicals, ensuring a safer environment for your child.

Juvenile/nursery/children fabric characteristics

Here’s a quick look at key traits that make nursery fabric a good choice:

Characteristic Description
Use cases Suitable for bedding, curtains, upholstery, decorative items, pillows, and rugs.
Durability Rated between 15,000 and 25,000 double rubs, good for regular home use.
Weight Medium to heavy weight for comfort and durability.
Opaqueness Typically opaque to provide full coverage in upholstery and window treatments.
Colorfastness High resistance to fading, ensuring colors stay vibrant over time.
Shrinkage Minimal shrinkage, especially with pre-shrunk fabrics to maintain size and shape.
Pilling resistance High resistance to pilling keeps the fabric looking fresh longer.
Stain resistance Moderate to high, with some fabrics treated to resist stains and spills.
Odor resistance Fabrics generally resist odors, maintaining freshness.
Waterproofness Low to moderate; some fabrics are treated for added water resistance.
Fire resistance Moderate, with some options treated to meet fire safety standards.
Aesthetic qualities Available in playful prints and textures perfect for children’s rooms.
Interior design styles Suitable for modern, vintage, themed (animals, dinosaurs, butterflies).
Natural vs synthetic Offered in both natural and synthetic fibers; natural fibers are favored for softness and breathability.
Woven/knitted Both woven and knitted fabrics are available, with woven generally preferred for durability.
Main benefits Customizable, durable, easy to coordinate, and gentle on babies’ sensitive skin.

Personalize your nursery fabrics

To create a harmonious nursery, match your fabrics with complementary colors and textures. Whether it’s bedding, window treatments, or upholstery, coordinating fabrics helps pull the look together. FabricMill offers a rich palette of colors—browse our full color collection to find just the right shades for your nursery.

Frequently asked questions

What is nursery fabric?

Nursery fabric is designed specifically for baby and children’s rooms, often made from soft, durable fibers like cotton or polyester blends that are easy to care for and gentle on sensitive skin.

How to wash and clean nursery fabric?

Most nursery fabrics can be machine washed on gentle cycles with mild detergent. Avoid bleach and harsh chemicals to preserve fabric softness and safety, and always check care labels for specific instructions.

How durable is nursery fabric?

Nursery fabrics generally have double rub ratings between 15,000 and 25,000, meaning they hold up well to regular use and washing while maintaining comfort and appearance.

What is nursery fabric good for?

Nursery fabric is ideal for making bedding, curtains, upholstery, pillows, cushions, and other nursery décor that combines durability with child-friendly style and comfort.

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