Printed Repreve recycled polyester tricot swimwear knit fabric. We’re super excited to introduce our new Blackbird exclusive printed swimwear collection!The high-quality Repreve base is made from 100% recycled polyester yarns so you can feel good splashing about knowing your swimwear is environmentally friendly. This fabric is super stretchy and smooth against the skin, making it the perfect choice for all of your favourite swim patterns!

We have everything you need to make a swimsuit! Shop all of our swimwear supplies here.

Gütermann Thread Match: Black #10 (250m spool also available) or #642 Ocean Green or #635 Lt. Teal

Certifications: Repreve®

Sun Protection: UPF 40+ (Excellent UV Protection). Learn more about UPF ratings here.

Content: 78% Repreve Recycled Polyester / 22% Spandex

Width: 147cm / 58”

Weight: Medium weight, 205gsm

Opacity: Opaque 

*We highly recommend using a lining with this swimwear fabric to ensure opacity when wet. Shop our lining here. 

Stretch Percentage: 4-way stretch, 50% cross-grain / 50% along grain-line

Drape: Fluid

Care: Machine wash gentle, hang to dry, do not bleach, do not iron, dry-cleanable. 

Country of Origin: China

Suitable for: Swimwear

We Recommend: Friday Pattern Co. Seabright Swimmer, Megan Nielsen Cottesloe Swimsuit, Cashmerette Ipswich Swimsuit, Opian Pilatus Swimsuit, Friday Pattern Co. Vernazza Two Piece, Swim Style Patterns Tidal One Shoulder Bikini, Swim Style Patterns Rashie Grace Suit & Top, Swim Style Patterns Rashie Top & Vest, Seamwork Crosby One Piece

Check out our Swimwear Pinterest Board for more pattern ideas and design inspo!

Note: We recommend that you pre-wash / pre-treat your fabric in the manner you intend to wash your finished garment. 

Sold by the half meter. Select qty: 1 for .5 meter, qty: 2 for 1 meter, qty: 3 for 1.5 meter, etc.

Due to the vast colour variances in every monitor and mobile device, we cannot guarantee the colour will be an exact match to what you see online. Check out our FAQ page here to see how to request a fabric swatch.