Hi,
I'm making envelope cushions because we've got puppies who are in love with zips / buttons. I've bought a kind of tapestry fabric (it's actually 80% cotton and 20% polyester) I think they'll be alright for the "good" side of the cushion, so I want something with a little stretch for the reverse "envelope" side. I like the look of velvet / velour but I hear it's not so easy to work with. Also, I'll be using a heavy cotton sewing needle, for sewing it to the tapestry type fabric (won't I?)
I'm fine with a velour / velvet LOOK by the way - I know there's fabric with a kind of sheen that is actually polyester / chenile or whatever. Just something that will be relatively easy to work with. I visited Abakhan and Dunelm Mill in my neck of the woods and I didn't see anything suitable. Just so you know, the fabric I'm using for the good side, is Paisley Tapestry Multi from Abakhan. Ideally I'd like a neutral cream, soft green or soft pink for the envelope side Any thoughts on which fabric I should use and where to get it online?