This was an interesting idea I stumbled on while researching powertex. It’s a means of using wax and oil to create a fabric that can be moulded whilst remaining soft and pliable. At the moment I’m not quite sure what I would do with this but it would be fun to try!

http://www.instructables.com/id/Moldable-Fabric-for-Doll-Clothes/?ALLSTEPS

http://artaddworksforme.blogspot.co.uk/2008/07/fabric-hardener-experiment.html