Hi Bestie,
If you've ever tried to shop for Cuddle® or minky online, you know the struggle: hundreds of gorgeous options scattered across pages, and no easy way to just say "I want this width, this style, this color, cut to this length."
So I fixed it. As a quilter, for quilters.
The New 3-Step Way to Buy Shannon Cuddle
Head to the new Shannon Cuddle page and it works like this:
- Choose your width. Pick the fabric width that fits your project — no more guessing which listing has the size you need.
- Choose your Cuddle style and color. Solids, prints, textures — browse the styles side by side and pick the exact colorway you're picturing.
- Pick your yardage. Tell us how much you need and it's cut for you. That's it.
Three quick choices, and the softest fabric in quilting is on its way to your door.
Why Cuddle Is Worth It
If you haven't sewn with Shannon Cuddle yet, it's the plush minky fabric behind the blanket everyone falls in love with — incredibly soft, wonderfully drapey, and surprisingly beginner-friendly once you know a few tricks. My Cuddle tips and tools guide covers everything from cutting to seam choice, and if you're pairing it with a pieced top, don't miss choosing the right thread for minky.
Remember
The best fabric is the one you'll actually use. Making Cuddle easier to buy means more of it ends up in your projects — backing a quilt, becoming a scrappy minky quilt, or turning into the blanket your family fights over on movie night.
Happy Quilting!
From Corey.
Start here: the new 3-step Shannon Cuddle builder, or browse the full Shannon Fabrics collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shannon Cuddle fabric?
Shannon Cuddle® is Shannon Fabrics' plush minky — an ultra-soft 100% polyester fabric with a velvety pile, used for quilt backings, blankets, and cozy sewing projects. It comes in solids, prints, and dimensional textures across hundreds of colors.
How do I buy Shannon Cuddle at Linda's?
Use the new 3-step builder at lindas.com/pages/shannon-cuddle-deal: choose your width, choose your Cuddle style and color, then pick your yardage — it's cut to order and shipped to you.
What's the difference between Cuddle and minky?
"Minky" is the general term for plush microfiber fabric; Cuddle® is Shannon Fabrics' brand of minky — known for consistent quality, a dense soft pile, and one of the largest ranges of colors and embossed textures available.
How much Cuddle do I need for a quilt backing or blanket?
Cuddle's wide widths mean many throw-size quilts can be backed without piecing — measure your quilt top, add several inches on every side for loading and trimming, and choose the width that covers it in one panel. For a simple lovey or stroller blanket, a single yard often does it.
Is minky hard to sew with?
It's easier than its reputation — the keys are a walking foot, longer stitch length, polyester thread, and taming the stretch. See Get Cozy with Cuddle: Tips & Tools and the right thread for minky.
