Licensed Fleece and Specialty Fabrics at Linda's Electric Quilters
Linda's carries a selection of licensed character fleece and specialty fabrics through The Fabric Company — perfect for novelty quilts, children's projects, and themed gifts. Other soft-fabric options live in the Shannon Cuddle minky guide, and backing-width options in the 108" wideback guide.
Disney Licensed Fleece
- Minnie Mouse — Sweet Dots Fleece — officially licensed Minnie Mouse fleece in the classic sweet dots design; soft, warm, and beloved by young Disney fans. Ideal for children's quilts, throws, and cozy projects.
- Mickey and Minnie Mouse in Paris Fleece — Disney's iconic duo in a romantic Paris setting; a charming novelty fleece for Disney enthusiasts of all ages.
Collegiate Fabrics
- Washington Huskies — Buffalo Plaid 44"/45" — officially licensed University of Washington Huskies fabric in a bold buffalo plaid design. Fan quilts, stadium blankets, and spirit projects.
HeatnBond Fusible Fleece
- HeatnBond Fusible Fleece — White 20" — iron-on fusible fleece for adding soft structure to quilted bags, pot holders, and craft projects
- HeatnBond Fusible Fleece — White 45" — the wider format for larger structural applications
Supreme Backings
Brown Color Waves 108" Supreme Backings — Chocolate per yard from The Fabric Company — a specialty colour-wave wide backing in rich chocolate brown; a distinctive backing option beyond standard solids and prints.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does fleece differ from cuddle/minky in a project?
Fleece is lighter, cheaper, and anti-pill flat; cuddle is plusher with a deeper pile. Character fleece shines as the back of a simple tie blanket or single-layer throw, while cuddle earns its premium as the luxurious back of a pieced quilt. Both stretch — handle with the same low-tension care.
Why does official licensing matter for character fabric?
Legality and print quality — licensed fleece reproduces the characters correctly with wash-fast inks, and finished items made for personal use or gifts stay comfortably within the license. Selling items made from licensed character fabric is where restrictions apply; check the selvedge terms before commercial use.
What makes a good team-spirit blanket?
Buffalo plaid fabric plus a simple treatment — the licensed plaid carries the whole design, so a self-binding fleece blanket or a plaid top over a solid cuddle back finishes fast for tailgates and dorm rooms. Team colours in the binding complete it.