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Title: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: sewmuchmore on September 25, 2020, 17:14:29 PM

Anyone seen any? i am looking for something that is a bit more realistic that the so called shearing i have seen that turns out to be just fleece.

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Surest1tch on September 26, 2020, 19:54:07 PM

What are you wanting it for? If it's some sort of garment the only thing that springs to my mind is Sherpa fleece.

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Surest1tch on September 26, 2020, 20:00:28 PM

@sewmuchmore What are you wanting it for? If it's some sort of garment the only thing that springs to my mind is Sherpa fleece or after a search I found this if this is the kind of thing you're after
https://www.activefabrics.co.uk/faux-fur/shaun-0-5m.html

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: sewmuchmore on September 26, 2020, 20:09:06 PM

It is for a sleeveless jacket type thing and i was hoping to get some sort of suedey type fabric with a fleece backing.

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Gernella on September 26, 2020, 20:23:54 PM

Something like this, but by the meter:


.https://www.ullapopken.co.uk/en/coats/all-coats/faux-suede-hooded-button-front-fur-lined-coat/p/71853531-1130?adword=performance/shopping/google/UP_UK_SHO_Whoop/&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzbv7BRDIARIsAM-A6-0V8Kl9RyzqIccC60OABGTRuGlA_n2lY9FJ7QT1Q9B7PocjFYKIfAsaAghnEALw_wcB

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: wrenkins on September 26, 2020, 20:36:55 PM

Found this (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lush-Cream-Sherpa-Sheepskin-Pink-Suede-Backed-Short-Pile-Faux-Fur-Fabric-2295/174279472799?hash=item2893ddb69f:g:CKIAAOSwxjRe3pxD).

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Gernella on September 26, 2020, 20:43:58 PM

Or this:
 https://www.textileplaza.co.uk/products/lush-ivory-sherpa-sheepskin-tan-suede-backed-short-pile-faux-fur-fabric-2301

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Gernella on September 26, 2020, 20:45:01 PM

Bugger, same :laughing:

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: wrenkins on September 26, 2020, 20:50:52 PM

Great minds @Gernella  :laughing:

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Tamnymore on September 26, 2020, 20:56:31 PM

Well Abakhan always used to have a good selection of nice faux shearling in their remnant bins but I've only been in the Manchester shop once in the last 6 months (   :'( :'( :'( ) so I couldn't tell you what's available alas. I guess we aren't so keen on in person fabric shopping trips at the moment although we love the experience. Sigh!

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: sewmuchmore on September 27, 2020, 17:49:44 PM

@Gernella @wrenkins That is the sort of thing i am thinking of and i did see this on eBay but not sure about the colour. A small sample is £2 (but £2.50 on their own website) which, if i am honest is a bit steep for a sample.

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: wrenkins on September 27, 2020, 18:24:52 PM

£2.50 for a sample?!?!?!? You could get a fat quarter for that!  :o

Title: Re: in search of faux sheepskin
Post by: Tamnymore on September 28, 2020, 10:12:38 AM

It's not really exactly the same thing but for anyone who wants the suede but without the fluffy stuff the Textile Centre has some very nice faux suede. I have some of the silvery grey and have just ordered some black - planning to use it for that new Vogue moto jacket pattern. They have a 20% sale at the mo. I'll be all zips and 'leather' - Hell's Grannies!