Flannel Fabric by the Yard – Baby, Plaid & Woolies Flannel

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Soft, brushed and warm, flannel is the fabric quilters reach for when a quilt needs to be cuddled. Shop flannel fabric by the yard here – Woolies plaids and houndstooth from Maywood Studio, Mammoth and Cozy Cotton prints from Robert Kaufman, sweet baby flannel and holiday flannels. Looking for charm packs, layer cakes or strips? Browse... read more

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Flannel Fabric by the Yard – Baby, Plaid & Woolies Flannel

When it comes to flannel quilt fabrics, there are probably many things that spring to mind, but cozy, warm, soft, and comfortable are likely at the top of your list! Flannel quilt fabric is typically made from cotton, wool, or a blend of fibers for extra softness and warmth. Flannel fabric has a brushed surface that creates the fuzzy texture it’s known for, making it ideal for quilts intended for colder climates or for those seeking extra warmth.



Flannel Fabrics: Fun, Fuzzy, and Useful


Because of its many wonderful characteristics, flannel fabric is often used for shirts, jackets, pajamas, robes, baby blankets, burp cloths, and quilts. Flannel fabric is an excellent choice when you’re looking for a soft, sturdy, substantial fabric–something that will keep its wearer warm and withstand wear & tear. If you are looking for 100% cotton flannel fabric for your next project, Missouri Star is the place to shop!



Flannel Fabrics Projects and Tutorials


We sell many brands of flannel fabric for quilting. Two of our most popular are Mammoth Flannel fabric by Robert Kaufman and Woolies Flannel fabric by Bonnie Sullivan for Maywood Studio. Both of these are available as flannel fabric by the yard and as precuts such as flannel Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes and Charm Packs. Christmas flannel fabric is another popular choice for holiday projects, and we have plenty of festive plaids, prints, and solid flannel quilt fabrics to choose from!


Missouri Star has lots of great patterns for flannel fabric projects – browse our baby quilt patterns for easy projects that are perfect in flannel.


We also have adorable baby flannel fabric prints and plenty of ideas for what to do with them! Every parent needs receiving blankets for swaddling and burping the baby. These blankets are also indispensable as car seat or stroller shades, surfaces on which to lay the baby for nap or tummy time, and impromptu diaper change mats. They also make soft and cuddly loveys. You could even make a fitted flannel sheet for your child’s crib using our easy-to-follow pattern and free tutorial from our Creating for Kids tutorial series.


When selecting flannel fabric for quilting, it's important to pay attention to quality (our ultimate guide to flannel quilt fabric covers weights and brands in detail). High-quality flannel will have a dense weave and feel soft to the touch, while cheaper flannels may pill or lose their softness over time. The good news is that we carry only the best flannel quilt fabrics on the market, ensuring that your quilts and sewing projects will stay cozy and beautiful for years to come!

Flannel Fabric FAQs

Should I pre-wash flannel fabric?+

Most of our customers do. Flannel shrinks more than quilting cotton, and reviewers who pre-washed in cold water report it shrinking about 1 to 1½ inches in length, so buy a little extra. Many also tell us the heavier Woolies flannels held their color and softness through the wash.

Is flannel good for quilt backing?+

Yes – it's one of the most popular uses. A flannel back makes a quilt warmer and softer, and our reviewers often mention long-arm quilters and family members asking to touch it.

What flannel is best for rag quilts?+

Choose a flannel with body that fluffs up in the dryer. Customers use Woolies and solid flannels for both the middle layer and the back of rag quilts, because the brushed fibers fray into a soft fringe after washing.

Can I use flannel for baby blankets?+

Absolutely. Baby flannel prints are a favorite for receiving blankets, burp cloths, bibs and baby quilt backings. Pre-wash first so the finished blanket stays the size you made it.

Does flannel pill or fray?+

Quality flannel with a dense weave sews easily and resists pilling – several reviewers say Woolies flannel barely frays while piecing. Lighter, lower-weight flannels can pill sooner, so check the weight in the product details if durability matters.