Saddle uit Butter Suede Knits van Robert Kaufman

The hand feels like genuine suede but with way more give—that 15% crosswise stretch made my fitted top so much easier to sew than a regular knit. Fabric held its shape beautifully after I washed a test swatch, and the 59-inch width left me with plenty of extra for a matching scarf.

The four-way stretch is exactly what I needed for a fitted top, and that suede-like texture feels surprisingly soft against the skin. It drapes beautifully without being too clingy, and the 59-inch width gave me plenty of fabric to work with.

I was worried it might be too heavy for a dress, but this fabric drapes beautifully and has just the right amount of stretch. The suede-like texture is incredibly soft to the touch.