3 Great Breathable Fabrics for Your Summer Sewing Projects

Can you believe it? Summer is almost here, which means it is time to start those apparel projects. However, the change in temperature most likely means you’ll be on the hunt for breathable fabrics designed to stay comfortable in even the hottest of seasonal temperatures. The good news is that our team of experts at Nature’s Fabrics knows exactly what you’re looking for. We’ve gathered three of our favorite options to offer ideas for your summer sewing projects. Keep reading to learn more.

1. Cotton Fabric

If you’re looking for breathable and lightweight fabrics for your summer apparel projects, then you’ll most likely want to choose cotton. This clothing staple is super soft and offers all of the comfort and easy care you would expect. Plus, it is super simple to work with when creating dresses, shirts, leggings, and more. Looking for a variety of colors and patterns? Then you’ll love our selection of organic cotton fabric. While we feel the cotton jersey fabric is the most comfortable, it really depends on what you’re making and who will be wearing it. For example, you might opt to go with something softer for the little ones versus another option for your own wardrobe.

2. Linen Blend Jersey

Of course, one of the most breathable fabrics on the market is linen. But the material itself can require additional care and be a little fussy in terms of requiring frequent ironing. That’s where our linen blend jersey really saves the day. Not only do you get the coolness and comfort of linen, but there’s a slight stretch to the fabric itself. It’s extremely easy to care for and really easy for beginners to use in apparel projects. Plus, it is available in a ton of different solid colors.

3. Athletic Wicking Jersey

Do you plan on spending a lot of time outdoors this summer while wearing your sewing creation? In that case, our athletic wicking jersey is a great choice. Much like the name explains, this type of fabric is designed to pull moisture away from the skin. This means you’ll stay cooler and drier during that hike, bike ride, or intense workout. A lot of parents really like this for their children’s clothing projects, too. The slight stretch allows the little ones to play and stay active without restriction of movement. That means the sewing projects you create with it are ideal for wearing to the park, playground, or little gym.

Start Your Summer Apparel Projects with Nature’s Fabrics

As an online eco-friendly fabric store, there’s no need to rush out and try to find the best options for your sewing projects at a big box store. Our inventory of eco-friendly fabrics is shoppable 24/7, and we’re always here to answer any questions you might have! Not only do we have a full range of the three breathable summer fabrics we’ve mentioned here, but we also have a multitude of other options to suit your needs. Check out our Nature’s Fabrics collection now to learn more about our natural fabrics.