Single Jersey

Single Jersey

Single jersey fabric is one of the most versatile knitted textiles used in fashion and apparel manufacturing. Lightweight, breathable and exceptionally comfortable, it features a smooth face with a subtly textured reverse, making it an ideal choice for everyday clothing and premium garments. Whether made from cotton, viscose or blended fibers, single jersey offers excellent softness, natural stretch and effortless drape.

Why choose deadstock single jersey fabrics?

Choosing deadstock single jersey fabric is a smart way to source premium-quality materials while making use of existing textile resources. At Fabric House, our designer deadstock fabrics originate from surplus collections of luxury fashion brands, ensuring exceptional quality in pristine condition.
By giving these unused fabrics a second life, we help reduce the demand for newly manufactured textiles while minimizing unnecessary waste. Designers, brands and makers gain access to exclusive single jersey fabrics that combine premium performance with a more resource-conscious approach to fabric sourcing.

Origin & characteristics

Single jersey is a weft-knitted fabric produced using a single needle bed, creating a textile with a smooth face featuring distinctive V-shaped knit stitches and a reverse side with horizontal purl loops.
Its knitted construction provides natural mechanical stretch across the width of the fabric, allowing excellent comfort, flexibility and freedom of movement. Available in a variety of fabric weights, single jersey ranges from lightweight qualities ideal for warm-weather garments to medium-weight options that offer additional structure while maintaining a soft hand.
Depending on the fiber composition, including cotton, viscose, modal, lyocell or technical synthetic blends, single jersey fabric can offer enhanced breathability, moisture management, durability and an elegant drape.

Uses & applications

The softness, breathability and natural stretch of single jersey fabric make it one of the most widely used knitted fabrics in fashion and apparel production.

It is ideal for:

T-shirts, long-sleeve tops and everyday basics

Casual dresses, skirts and lightweight separates

Loungewear and sleepwear

Children's clothing that requires softness and flexibility

Activewear and sportswear, particularly when blended with elastane for improved stretch and recovery

Buy online

Shop premium deadstock single jersey fabric online at Fabric House. Every fabric is carefully inspected to ensure exceptional quality and performance. Our low minimum order quantities allow you to purchase exactly what you need, whether you're creating samples, small collections or larger production runs.
Order fabric samples to experience the color, weight, drape and hand feel before placing your order, helping you choose the ideal single jersey fabric for your next project.

FAQ

What is the difference between single jersey and double jersey fabric?

Single jersey is knitted using one set of needles, creating a lightweight fabric with a distinct front and back. Double jersey is knitted using two needle beds, producing a thicker, more stable fabric with identical-looking sides and edges that resist curling.

Does single jersey fabric stretch?

Yes. Single jersey fabric naturally stretches across its width due to its knitted construction. Many single jersey fabrics also include a small percentage of elastane to improve elasticity, recovery and long-lasting shape retention.

How do you care for single jersey fabric?

Care instructions depend on the fiber composition. In general, wash single jersey fabrics at lower temperatures to minimize shrinkage and preserve softness. Dry garments flat whenever possible to help maintain their shape and extend their lifespan.

Related categories:

• Viscose jersey
• Double jersey
• Jacquard jersey