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Faux Fur Fabric by the Yard – Luxurious Imitation Fur for Sewing & Decor Color black

Are you looking for the perfect material to add a touch of luxury, warmth, and elegance to your projects without compromise? Faux fur fabric by the yard from BubuFabrics is the ideal choice for all creators who love a stylish look and care about an ethical approach to fashion.

Our collection offers a wide range of imitation furs – from soft, short-pile versions like Teddy and Smooth, to luxurious long-pile faux furs with high weight that are indistinguishable from the real thing. Whether you are looking for classic natural shades like cream, beige, or brown, or you crave bold digital prints and metallic effects (Lurex), we have it all.

Why Choose Faux Fur from BubuFabrics?

  • Versatile Use: Our fabric is perfect for sewing winter coats, stylish vests, hood trims, or cozy hats.

  • Home Decor: Faux fur brings warmth to your home – create designer bedspreads, soft throw pillows, or stylish area rugs.

  • Quality & Comfort: We offer furs with the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certificate, ensuring they are soft to the touch, highly insulating, and durable.

  • Easy Maintenance: Unlike real fur, faux fur is easier to store, moth-resistant, and many types can be gently cleaned at home.

Indulge in the feeling of softness and luxury. Order a sample or browse our latest arrivals and start creating pieces that will keep you warm and stylish.

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Faux Fur Fabric by the Yard – Luxurious Imitation Fur for Sewing & Decor - Shopping Guide

Faux fur is synonymous with comfort and elegance. Whether you are looking for a fluffy material for a winter coat or a soft accessory for your interior, at bubufabrics.com, you will find a wide range of faux furs—from short-pile versions mimicking animal fur to long-haired, extra-soft varieties. Our faux furs are an ethical and stylish alternative that is guaranteed to keep you warm.

1. Types of Faux Fur: Which One to Choose?

  • Short-Pile Faux Fur: Features a low, dense pile. It is very popular for sewing vests, jacket linings, or as a luxury material for soft toys and blankets.

  • Long-Pile Faux Fur: Characterized by long, rich hair. It is ideal for collars, hood trims, pom-poms, or bold decorative pillows.

  • Faux Rabbit Fur: An extremely delicate and silky fur that you won't want to stop touching. Excellent for luxury bedspreads and accessories.

  • Cozy "Minky" Fur: A soft material with embossed patterns or a smooth surface, ideal for the little ones.

2. What to Sew: From Fashion to Home Decor

🧥 Winter Wardrobe

  • Vests and Coats: A faux fur vest is a timeless piece that elevates any outfit.

  • Accessories: Hood trims, fur collars, leg warmers, or cozy headbands.

  • Pom-poms: Create your own pom-poms for hats, exactly according to your vision.

🐶 For Our Four-Legged Friends

  • Dog and Cat Beds: Faux fur is exceptionally popular for sewing pet beds. Animals love its softness, which reminds them of natural warmth. Plus, beds made from our fur look like designer accessories in your home.

  • Travel Blankets: A soft mat for a pet carrier or the car ensures maximum comfort for your pet during travels.

🏠 A Cozy Home

  • Decorative Pillows and Blankets: Turn your living room into a warm sanctuary.

  • Toys: Create original plush friends for children from the softest materials available.

3. Sewing Tips: How to Master "Furry" Materials

Sewing faux fur has its secrets that ensure a professional-looking result:

  • Cutting: Never use standard scissors across the entire material! Cut only the backing fabric from the reverse side using a rotary cutter or a sharp utility knife. This prevents cutting the fur fibers and avoids unnecessary mess.

  • Pile Direction: Before cutting, check the direction of the pile (it should always point downwards). Cut all pieces in the same direction.

  • Tucking the Fur: When sewing two pieces together, tuck the long fur hairs inward (between the right sides) so they don't get caught in the seam. After sewing, you can gently pull any trapped hairs out of the seam with a needle.

4. Care: Keeping the Fur Fluffy

  • Washing: We recommend gentle hand washing or a machine wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C. Do not use fabric softener, as it can cause the fibers to stick together.

  • Drying: Never put faux fur in the dryer and do not wash at high temperatures. Air-dry the fur by laying it flat.

  • Brushing: After drying, you can gently brush the fur with a soft-bristled brush to restore its volume and shine.

  • Ironing: Strictly prohibited! High temperatures could irremediably damage (melt) the synthetic fibers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is faux fur made of, and what is it used for?
  • A: Faux fur is a textile with a brushed or piled surface that mimics real fur. The pile is usually made from polyester or acrylic and is knitted or woven into a fabric backing. It's used for coats, vests, collars, hoods, and linings, as well as blankets, cushions, and home decor. It's warm, lightweight, and, unlike real fur, more affordable and cruelty-free.
Q: How do you care for faux fur, and how should it be washed?
  • A: Faux fur is usually best washed in the machine on a gentle cycle at a low temperature, or by hand, following the care instructions on the item. Avoid high temperatures and tumble drying with hot air, as these can singe the pile and cause matting. After washing, let the fur air-dry and gently brush out the pile to restore its fluffiness.
Q: How do you cut and sew faux fur correctly?
  • A: Cut faux fur from the wrong side, slicing through the backing only — use the tip of the scissors to cut just the base fabric, not the pile itself, so you don't shear it and leave bald patches. Pay attention to the direction of the pile, which should run the same way (usually downward) on the finished piece. After sewing, use a pin or needle to pull any pile caught in the seam through to the right side, so the seam stays hidden.
Q: What's the difference between real and faux fur?
  • A: Real fur comes from animal hide and has natural fur with a skin backing. Faux fur is a textile with a synthetic pile knitted or woven into a fabric backing. Faux fur is more cruelty-free and affordable, easier to wash, and needs no special upkeep. You can tell them apart by looking at the back: real fur has a hide, faux fur has a woven or knitted backing.
Q: What does pile length mean for faux fur?
  • A: Pile length determines how the fur looks and what it's best suited for. Short, dense pile looks elegant and works well for collars, linings, or decorative accents. Longer pile is bulkier and more striking, ideal for coats, vests, and blankets. When choosing, look at pile density as well as length, since it affects how warm and full the material feels.
Q: How do you brush out faux fur after washing?
  • A: If the pile gets matted after washing, once it's dry, gently comb it with a wide-tooth comb or brush in the direction of the pile. Comb lightly so you don't pull the fibers out. Avoid holding a hot hairdryer or tumble dryer close to it, as the synthetic fibers can get damaged. Regular gentle brushing will keep the fur looking fluffy.
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