What Is Minky?

Minky fabric is smooth, buttery-soft, and snuggly enough for people of all ages, including new babies. It comes in a variety of colors, patterns, and textures and is sewn into blankets of all sizes. With all the plush warmth and cuddles minky blankets offer, plus beauty and personalized style, you may be wondering what minky fabric is made out of. 

What Is Minky Fabric Made Out Of?

Minky fabric does not come from an animal. 

It is a completely synthetic fabric made from 100% polyester fibers that have been knitted together. “Synthetic” means created with human-made materials, and not from any animal or natural product. Minky is a super-soft, plush, microfiber fabric. It is a type of fleece fabric that is particularly warm and luxurious. Minky is definitely a must-feel fabric: if you’ve ever touched a blanket that is especially soft and fluffy, chances are it was made out of minky fabric. Minky feels like you're snuggling a teddy bear. 

Minky fabrics can be found in various weights, thicknesses, and pile heights. Because minky is synthetic, it can be manufactured in just about any pattern and color possible, so you can find a blanket that fits your style or personality. Most minky fabrics are one-sided: that means they have a plush, full, furry texture on the top side. 

What Textures Is Minky Fabric Available In?

Minky fabric is made in a variety of textures. The texture of the fabric can help define the use, character, and style of the final product. Popular minky textures include:

• Smooth Minky: A smooth, uniform pile height that makes a great, cuddly blanket.
• Minky Dot: A short pile fabric with raised dots, great for baby blankets and quilt backings.
• Minky Rose: Long fibers are swirled to create a rose pattern that looks great on quilts and throw blankets.
• Sherpa Minky: A fabric with the look and texture of Sherpa fleece—the kind used as lining for hoodies and warm sweatshirts—but with the plush softness of minky. 
• Minky Stripe: Fabric made with a high pile that is colored and formed to look and feel just like animal fur.

What About Mink Animals? Is Their Fur Used to Make Minky Blankets?

Speaking of animal fur, it is helpful to clarify that minky fabric is definitely not made from any type of animal. That can definitely be confusing, especially when minky is styled to look like fur, because the fabric is so soft, and the pile so high. The name is also confusing: “minky” sounds very similar to “mink,” which leaves some people wondering if minky blankets are made from the mink animal.

But the only connection between mink fur and minky fabric is the luxurious softness. 

Bring a Minky Blanket Home

Once you’ve snuggled under a minky blanket, you can’t go back to any other fabric. The texture and softness are unlike any other type of blanket. Ducky Sewing Co., our blankets are made from quality minky fabric that will keep every member of the family warm and comfortable. Check out our super trendy and snuggly blankets today at Ducky Sewing Co.!