Ice Fabrics Black Solid Minky Fabric 58/60 in Extra-Wide — Ultra-Soft Plush Polyester, 91 cm

Ice Fabrics Black Solid Minky is an ultra-soft, extra-wide 58/60" polyester fabric sold by the yard, ideal for blankets, apparel, baby items, throws, and pillows.

This plush solid minky from Ice Fabrics delivers a velvety hand and reliable performance for sewing and craft projects. Cut a yard at a time from an extra-wide 58/60" width, the fabric combines the plush warmth and drape crafters expect with easy care and long-term durability. The black colour gives a versatile neutral base that complements bold prints or stands alone for sleek, modern pieces.

How soft and comfortable is this minky for blankets and baby items?

The fabric is made from 100% polyester designed to feel exceptionally smooth and cosy against skin, making it a popular choice for baby blankets, throws, and wearable comfort pieces. Its short pile produces a soft sheen without being overly fluffy, so finished projects lay nicely and feel luxurious.

• 100% polyester plush with a velvety hand
• Short, dense pile for smooth touch and clean drape
• Extra-wide 58/60" width lets you cut wide panels with fewer seams
• Black solid colour suited to both gender-neutral and modern designs

Will this fabric hold up to washing and everyday use?

Ice Fabrics minky is engineered for repeated use and easy maintenance: it resists shrinking, dries quickly, and keeps its softness through many wash cycles. Avoid ironing; machine wash cold and tumble dry low to preserve texture and colour.

• Hypoallergenic, quick-drying synthetic construction
• Stain-resistant surface that cleans well in a machine wash
• Retention of softness after repeated laundering
• Does not shrink when treated according to care instructions

How easy is this fabric to sew and what projects is it best for?

Because of its stable knit and manageable pile height, this minky is beginner-friendly and works well on standard domestic machines with a suitable needle and polyester thread. It’s versatile enough for home décor, apparel accents, plush toys, quilt backings, and accessory projects.

• Works with standard sewing machines; use ballpoint or stretch needles
• Ideal for blankets, pillows, throws, plush toys, and robe linings
• Good choice for quilt backing thanks to extra-wide width
• Available in lengths from 1 to 5 yards to match project requirements

What colour and size options does Ice Fabrics offer?

This listing is for solid black minky sold by the yard at a generous 58/60" width, but Ice Fabrics carries a wide palette of solids from muted neutrals to bright tones. You can order single-yard cuts or choose longer lengths up to 5 yards for larger projects, with consistent width for fewer seams.

• Solid black in this listing, with many other colours available
• 58/60" extra-wide width ideal for large panels
• Cut lengths from 1 to 5 yards to accommodate different project sizes
• Uniform colour saturation for consistent results across pieces

Who is this for? Makers, sewists, and small-batch crafters who want a dependable, luxurious-feeling polyester minky in a versatile black will appreciate this fabric. It’s well-suited to parents sewing baby accessories, quilters needing wide backing fabric, designers adding plush touches to garments, and anyone creating home textiles or stuffed toys that require softness, durability, and easy care.