The Cheapest and Best Sources for Tulle Fabric, Tulle Rolls and Tulle Bolts
As I was preparing for my duties as maid-of-honor, I couldn’t help but notice adorable girls’ tulle tutus on Pinterest. My first thought was that these tutus are perfect for the flower girls in the wedding. I especially loved the cute pictures of girls carrying flower girl baskets to complement their white knee length tutus. Tutus have become popular for adults, too. Adults can wear everything from fun shorter-length costume tutus to classy knee-length tulle skirts with pumps. Below are a list of our favorite sources for tulle fabric, tulle rolls, and tulle bolts.
1. JoAnn Fabric and Craft Stores
Joann Fabric carries almost every imaginable craft supply and a large selection of fabric. JoAnn allows you to buy tulle by the yard so you can order fabric based on your needs. You can also purchase a mix of tulle colors to complement each other. Customers who like to browse aisles in a brick-and-mortar business can enjoy picking fabrics in person.
These trusted sites are a collective resource to compare prices from different sellers while enjoying buyer protection. Tulle can be typically purchased in rolls measuring 6” wide or bolts measuring 54” wide (lengths will vary). While the 6” and 54” sizes are industry standard, each seller has a different source so pay attention to the listing length and be sure to calculate the price per yard. Even after considering the shipping cost, the price per yard will mostly likely be cheaper than buying tulle by the yard from a brick-and-mortar store. The downside with the industry standard sizing is that there may be a limit the number of colors you can experiment with based on your budget.
3. Online tulle suppliers, wholesalers and importers
The main benefit of shopping from online wholesalers is that the prices will be cheaper because there are no sellers fees and because you are buying as close to the source as possible. While you won’t be buying “brand name” tulle, the tulle fabric comes from comparable manufacturers and is made from high quality nylon. Buying direct (or close to direct) from importers means the savings are passed on to you. Craft supplies wholesalers also have a wider range of colors and options. For example, you will find glitter tulle, leopard print tulle and polka dot tulle.
So, what is he cheapest and best source for tulle fabric, tulle rolls and tulle bolts?
The best source for tulle fabric, tulle rolls and tulle bolts will depend on your needs. Do you prefer to shop in brick-and-mortar stores and to touch tulle fabric in person? Perhaps a brick-and-mortar store is the best way to get started. Once you’ve picked your favorite colors, you can visit Amazon or Etsy, where you can shop for tulle in industry standard sizes and buy in bulk and save. For those that need very large quantities of tulle, I recommend buying from a tulle supplier and wholesaler so that you get the exact color of tulle that you want while enjoying wholesale discounts.
Finally, how do I know what size tulle to order?
The tulle fabric size depends on the project you’re working on. For DIY no-sew tutus, we recommend 6 inch x 25 yards tulle spools. For full-length tulle skirts, we would go with 54 inch x 40 yards tulle bolts. You will also find the much larger 108 inch x 50 yards tulle bolts, perfect for decorating pews and arches.