This fabulous yarn-dyed 3-ply matelasse' knit has a quilted cable stitch pattern with a 2.125" repeat. It is textured, supple and soft, and the color is a softly heathered plum (PANTONE 19-2820 is close). The quilted texture appears on the face, while the back is a flat weave of the same color. It is medium weight and opaque with a soft drape and about 20% widthwise stretch and 10% lengthwise. Enjoy our 'Cool Cable Cardigan' sewing guide by Kathryn Brenne with in-depth instructions for making a fantastic garment with this type of knit. Such a versatile fabric that is perfect for an upscale hoodie, a cardigan, pullover, tunic, sweater dress or skirt, jacket, etc. Hand or machine wash cool, gentle, hang to dry (please test first).contents: 81poly/16Visc/3elaswidth: 60"weight: 340 GSMorigin: The Netherlands