What is Tobacco Cloth? Tobacco cloth is a light, airy, loosely woven cotton fabric that folds and drapes beautifully.. Perfect for rustic wedding décor and homestyle window treatments. Sold as a 50 yd cut. 50 yards = 150 feet. Width is 36 inches. 100% cotton tobacco cloth. Tobacco cloth is flammable and not suited for children's sleepwear. This line of tobacco cloth is Jubilee Creative Studio brand. Tobacco Cloth is an amazing fabric to compliment your rustic style decor. Whether you are using it as a soft, folding embellishment at a wedding or as an element of your primitive craft project, you will love the look and feel of this soft 100% cotton tobacco cloth. This soft white color tobacco cloth is the most light weight option that we carry and it is very light and wispy. What is Tobacco Cloth? Tobacco cloth is a light, airy, loosely woven cotton fabric similar to gauze or cheesecloth. It can come in various weights and can therefore be used for many different purposes. Historically, it was primarily used to cover tobacco plants and protect them from frost and insects. Additionally, early Americans used it in the home for practical purposes including bandages, tea bags and window decor. Recently, many brides have opted to use tobacco cloth instead of netting or tulle for their rustic wedding decor due to it's soft draping ability. Tobacco cloth is flammable and not suited for children's sleepwear or wall coverings. Hand wash in cold water. Line dry.