Plaid Fabric

Madras Plaid Fabric

Robert Kaufman's yarn-dyed Nantucket Patchwork madras comes pre-sewn into a patchwork of colorful plaids, ready to cut for shirts, shorts, tote bags and summer quilts. Choose bright Summer, classic Blue, red, white and blue Americana, sweet Sorbet, warm Mango, or festive red and green Holly.

Buffalo Check Fabric

Buffalo check is the go-to plaid for farmhouse and holiday decor. The classic red and black Holiday Plaid Buffalo Check Red from Timeless Treasures is a favorite for Christmas stockings, tree skirts and pillows, and Snowflakes on Buffalo Plaid adds a wintry touch. For fall, choose Buffalo Check Orange or Buffalo Check Pumpkin.

For a softer, yarn-dyed look, Moda's woven buffalo checks come in Vista Wovens Rust, Vista Wovens Celadon and Summer Solstice Nautical Blue. Want it cozy? Moda's Buffalo Check Flannels like Black Grey are perfect for shirts, blankets and quilt backs, and the Buffalo Flats Roll Up gives you 2.5" strips for a quick lodge-style quilt.

Woven Gingham Fabric

These ginghams are yarn-dyed, so the check is woven in and looks the same on both sides. Robert Kaufman's Crawford Gingham comes in several check sizes, like the 1/8" Violet and the 1/4" Black/Off-White. Elizabeth Hartman's Kitchen Window Wovens go bigger, with 2" checks like Doeskin and Shale, plus a fun Watermelon check plaid. French General's Woven Ginghams for Moda have a soft vintage feel in Woad Pearl and Indigo Pearl. For clothing, the linen and cotton Essex Yarn Dyed Classic Wovens come in Steel, Denim, Licorice and more.

Tartan and Plaid Twill

Sevenberry Classic Plaid Twill for Robert Kaufman is a 57" wide yarn-dyed twill, a little sturdier than quilting cotton and great for shirts, skirts and pajama pants. Choose Hunter, Navy, Red or Pepper. Moda's Isabella Wovens Large Plaid Red is a bold woven plaid, and Grizzly Plaid Charcoal is a medium-weight twill for jackets and bags.

Flannel Plaids

Mammoth Organic Flannel from Robert Kaufman is soft, warm organic cotton, perfect for shirts, baby blankets and cozy quilt backs. Look for Plaid Crimson, Plaid Spice and Plaid Dove.

Holiday Plaids

For Christmas, try Gnome for the Holidays Snowflakes on Buffalo Check, Benartex's Rustic Village Christmas Village Check or Tim Holtz's Christmas Worn Plaid Canvas, a heavier canvas for stockings and totes. For Thanksgiving, Give Thanks Bias Tartan Plaid has a metallic accent. See more in our Christmas fabric.

Easy Plaid Projects

Plaid makes great flannel shirts, pajama pants, aprons, stockings, throw pillows and table runners. In quilts, a plaid border or bias-cut plaid binding adds a classic touch. For more even checks, see our plaid and gingham fabric, or mix in a few polka dots.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is buffalo check?
Buffalo check is a large, even check made from two colors, most often red and black, that cross to form a third, darker square. It is a classic for flannel shirts, Christmas decor and farmhouse style.

What's the difference between yarn-dyed and printed plaid?
Yarn-dyed plaid is woven from colored threads, so the pattern looks the same on both sides. Printed plaid is printed on the surface, so the back is lighter.

How much extra fabric do I need to match plaids?
Plan on a little extra so you can line up the lines at the seams, especially for larger plaids. Our Fabric Yardage Calculator can help you plan.

Should I prewash flannel and woven plaids?
We suggest it. Flannel and woven fabrics can shrink a bit more than printed quilting cotton.

Can I see them in person?
Of course. Stop by our Richmond, TX shop, or order online and choose free local pickup. Hours and directions are on our Visit Us page.

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