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Broadcloth Fabric: Buyers’ Guide for Sewists & Makers Broadcloth is a tightly woven plain-weave fabric, most commonly cotton or a cotton/polyester blend, and it’s one of the most reliable choices for crisp dress shirts, quilting, and structured craft projects. If you’re buying by the yard for shirting or quilting, go with 100% cotton broadcloth for breathability; reach for a 65/35 poly/cotton blend when you need wrinkle resistance and easier care. Quick checklist before you buy: Fiber: 100% cotton for breathability; 65/35 poly/cotton for low-maintenance wear Weight: medium weight suitabl …