Rayon/Nylon velvet Cotton and silk are demanding when it comes to fabric care but velvet made from nylon with rayon blends for the backing is lightweight, easy to care for and has a lovely drape. In essence velvet is woven with long threads between two fabrics and the threads are cut into a pile. Velvet microfiber Microfiber is mainly made from polyester fiber with micro denier and it has the plush quality of velvet but it is light in weight.Nothing can match the richly royal and plush luxurious looks and feel. At one time it was the chosen fabric of royalty and noblemen. It is also heavy and can be used for upholstery as well as curtains. Cotton velvet Silk is cool and so is cotton that lends admirably to the making with some stretch properties.
Velveteen Velveteen is usually made from cotton fabric and has a rather thicker pile of 3 mm to give a more luxurious and deep feel. It is soft and sensuous to touch, drapes well and can be used for a variety of purposes. It costs less than silk yet has better looks and feel. That makes it ideal for apparel and for upholstery. Plush velvet This fabric has a polyester backing and is rather heavy with a pile of 5 mm, making them feel soft and luxurious. Silk velvet Silk velvet was popular.