Dress Fabric

Timeless 100% cotton gingham fabric is ideal as a dress fabric and eternally popular for school uniforms, tablecloths, bunting, curtains, aprons, cushions, craft projects, Christmas decorations and much, much more.

Yarn-dyed fabric is produced from pre-dyed yarns, differing from piece-dyed fabric which is dyed after the cloth is woven. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 

Free samples available.

Timeless 100% cotton gingham fabric is ideal as a dress fabric and eternally popular for school uniforms, tablecloths, bunting, curtains, aprons, cushions, craft projects, Christmas decorations and much, much more.

Yarn-dyed fabric is produced from pre-dyed yarns, differing from piece-dyed fabric which is dyed after the cloth is woven. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 

Free samples available.

Timeless 100% cotton gingham fabric is ideal as a dress fabric and eternally popular for school uniforms, tablecloths, bunting, curtains, aprons, cushions, craft projects, Christmas decorations and much, much more.

Yarn-dyed fabric is produced from pre-dyed yarns, differing from piece-dyed fabric which is dyed after the cloth is woven. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 

Free samples available.

This fun Christmas design is printed on 100% cotton fabric. Suitable for dressmaking and craft this lovely fabric could also be used to make lightweight curtains and for other soft furnishings projects. 

This is just one design from our large selection of Christmas fabrics. Free samples available. 

This super soft 6 wale corduroy is a cotton elastane mix giving it a lovely comfort stretch. The chunky cord would be perfect for a variety of dressmaking projects including dungarees, trousers and jackets 

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of corduroy fabrics. 

If you would like to find out more about corduroy fabric or need some help choosing a pattern, join Emily as she talks through our range. 

Free samples available. Weight 325gsm. 

This super soft 6 wale corduroy is a cotton elastane mix giving it a lovely comfort stretch. The chunky cord would be perfect for a variety of dressmaking projects including dungarees, trousers and jackets 

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of corduroy fabrics. 

If you would like to find out more about corduroy fabric or need some help choosing a pattern, join Emily as she talks through our range. 

Free samples available. Weight 325gsm. 

This is a lovely soft stretch cotton with a slightly brushed or peach skin finish. The elastane adds the perfect comfort stretch making it perfect for trousers, skirts, dresses and jackets. 

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of stretch fabrics. 

Free samples available. Weight 230gsm. 

This is a lovely soft stretch cotton with a slightly brushed or peach skin finish. The elastane adds the perfect comfort stretch making it perfect for trousers, skirts, dresses and jackets. 

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of stretch fabrics. 

Free samples available. Weight 230gsm. 

This is a beautifully soft heavy weight sweatshirting with the most snuggly brushed back

Sweatshirting is perfect for sweaters, jogging bottoms and loungewear sets for both children and adults. 

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of jersey fabrics. 

Free samples available. Weight 250gsm. 

This lovely soft loop back jersey is made from modal fibre. Modal is a natural fibre which is derived from beech tree cellulose and is considered an eco-friendly alternative to other fibres. It has an almost silky handle and a lovely soft drape making it great for clothing such as wrap dresses. 

Modal loop back jersey is breathable and super absorbent so is perfect for all your summer dressmaking needs.

Not quite what you are looking for? Check out our full range of jersey fabrics. 

Free samples available. Weight 270gsm. 

This stretch cotton is printed with a fun retro design. The Lycra in the cloth allows for a comfortable fit on garments such as dresses, skirts and trousers. Weight 200gsm.

Free samples available. 

This fun and summery design is printed on 100% cotton fabric. Suitable for dressmaking and craft but this lovely fabric could also be used to make lightweight curtains and for other soft furnishing.

This is just one design from our large selection of printed cotton fabrics. Free samples available.

Retro 100% printed fabric, suitable for dressmaking and craft projects. We have a huge range of cotton dress fabrics at Textile Express and free samples are available on all of our designs. 

Printed 100% cotton fabric, suitable for dressmaking, craft and quilting. Free samples available.

This knitted jersey has a lovely texture and weight (270gsm),  prefect for any dressmaking projects requiring a stretch fabric. Free samples available. 

Worried about sewing stretch fabric? Check out our inspiration page for top tips and sewing ideas. 

This lovely fabric is polyviscose. Its composition gives its a light, soft and floaty feel which will make it easy to sew and beautiful to wear, perfect for most dressmaking projects. 

Free samples available.

100% Woven brushed cotton flannel fabric, is soft and cosy feel makes it ideal for dressmaking, draft & quilting. 

Free samples available.

Cotton poplin with a slight stretch, suitable for dressmaking projects. Free samples available

Gingham taffeta fabric, suitable for dressmaking, curtains and craft projects. Free samples available.

Double Gauze is a lovely lightweight pure cotton fabric with a relatively loosely weave and a crinkled natural texture making it exceptionally breathable with a gorgeous soft handle. As the name suggests the fabric is made up of 2 layers of fine cotton similar to a lioght cheese cloth or muslin that are tacked together. The double layer reduces the transparency of the cloth and gives it a thicker more tactile finish. Our cloth is  126gsm and  Oeko-Tex Standard, ideal for clothes, childrens/baby items, quilts etc.

Free samples available.

Double Gauze is a lovely lightweight pure cotton fabric with a relatively loosely weave and a crinkled natural texture making it exceptionally breathable with a gorgeous soft handle. As the name suggests the fabric is made up of 2 layers of fine cotton similar to a lioght cheese cloth or muslin that are tacked together. The double layer reduces the transparency of the cloth and gives it a thicker more tactile finish. Our cloth is  126gsm and  Oeko-Tex Standard, ideal for clothes, childrens/baby items, quilts etc.

Free samples available.

This lovely design is printed on a linen look styled base cloth. This quality is perfect for making curtains, blinds and cushions etc. Many customer also use the quality for some dress making projects as it is great for things like dungarees or dresses that need a structured fabric. 

Free samples are available to help you see the quality and colours of fabrics. If you have any more questions with regards to the suitability of this fabric for your project please feel free to get in contact with one of our team via email or telephone.

This well known William Morris Classic has been printed onto a lovely softy dress weight cotton as part of the V&A museum collection. It's ideal for beautiful garments- from blouses to skirts, but also fantastic for any quilt or craft projects.

Free samples available.

This well known William Morris Classic has been printed onto a lovely softy dress weight cotton as part of the V&A museum collection. It's ideal for beautiful garments- from blouses to skirts, but also fantastic for any quilt or craft projects.

Free samples available.