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• chenille fabric weight

  Choosing the right chenille fabric weight is the difference between a sofa cover that holds up to daily lounging and a scarf that drapes softly around your shoulders. Chenille's plush, velvety pile co… read more

• chenille fabric care

  Good chenille fabric care starts the moment you bring a new yardage home. Chenille's velvety, tufted pile is what makes it so inviting for throws, pillows and upholstery, but that same pile can crush,… read more

• does chenille shrink

  Does chenille shrink? Yes, it can, and how much depends largely on fiber content. Cotton chenille and rayon chenille tend to shrink more when exposed to hot water and high dryer heat, while polyester… read more

• does chenille shed

  Does chenille shed? Yes, most chenille sheds a little, especially when it is new. Its plush pile comes from short fibers wrapped around a core yarn, and loose ends work free when you cut, sew or wash… read more

• is chenille soft

  Is chenille soft? Absolutely. Chenille takes its name from the French word for caterpillar, and one touch explains why: its fuzzy, tufted yarn creates a plush, velvety surface that feels warm and invi… read more