Glitter Fabric

Sparkle that stays put

Glitter fabric carries its shine on a bonded surface layer rather than in the weave, which is what stops it shedding the way loose glitter does. The base underneath is usually a stretch knit, so it moves with the body and suits fitted costume work.

It is the standard cloth for dance and skating costumes, pantomime, party dresses, Christmas outfits, bags and craft panels. Sew it with a ballpoint needle and a longer stitch, cut with dedicated scissors if you can — the coating blunts blades — and press only from the back with a cloth, never directly on the glitter face.