Dress Fabric

This lovely 100% printed cotton fabric is perfect for a whole range of dressmaking projects. It is a soft but crisp cotton with a nice drape that would be perfect for dresses, blouses and gathered skirts as well as use in craft projects too. 

We have a huge range of cotton dress fabrics at Textile Express and free samples are available on all of our designs. 

This cotton is 146gsm. 

This lovely vibrant woven stripe is perfect for dressmaking, craft, soft furnishings and lightweight curtains. 

Free samples available. Weight: 200gsm. 

This lovely vibrant woven stripe is perfect for dressmaking, craft, soft furnishings and lightweight curtains. 

Free samples available. Weight: 240gsm. 

This lovely vibrant woven tartan is perfect for dressmaking, craft, soft furnishings and lightweight curtains. Made from 100% cotton the fabric will be breathable and cool to wear but will also wash well if you decided to make soft furnishings such as a tablecloth or napkins. 

Free samples available. Weight: 135gsm. 

This lovely vibrant woven tartan is perfect for dressmaking, craft, soft furnishings and lightweight curtains. Made from 100% cotton the fabric will be breathable and cool to wear but will also wash well if you decided to make soft furnishings such as a tablecloth or napkins. 

Free samples available. Weight: 135gsm. 

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 light 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 125gsm and 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 light 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 125gsm and 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 light 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 125gsm and ideal for clothes, childrens/baby items, quilts etc.

Free samples available. 

This lovely printed 100% viscose meets the Okeo-Tex standard 100. Its composition gives its a light, soft and floaty feel making it beautiful to wear. 

This design is just one of a huge range of soft drape fabric we stock. Free samples available.

This is a stunning digitally printed super soft cuddle fleece, perfect for dressmaking and soft furnishings. 

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

Free samples available. Weight 280gsm. 

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 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 pretty lightweight 21 wale cotton needlecord, has a super soft velvety finish making it perfect for baby garments, blankets, comforters, and accessories.

Or if it's your first attempt at dressmaking, this fabric is a great choice! Looking for a heavier weight corduroy, check out our full range

Free samples available.

This pretty lightweight 21 wale cotton needlecord, has a super soft velvety finish making it perfect for baby garments, blankets, comforters, and accessories.

Or if it's your first attempt at dressmaking, this fabric is a great choice! Looking for a heavier weight corduroy, check out our full range

Free samples available.

This pretty lightweight 21 wale cotton needlecord, has a super soft velvety finish making it perfect for baby garments, blankets, comforters, and accessories.

Or if it's your first attempt at dressmaking, this fabric is a great choice! Looking for a heavier weight corduroy, check out our full range

Free samples available.

This pretty design is printed on a beautifully soft cotton lawn.

Lawn is a tightly woven cotton with a high thread count which creates a durable yet super soft cloth perfect for dressmaking.  

This fabric would be perfect for light and airy summer pieces such as dresses and shirts but equally will feel lovely against the skin layered up under wooden sweaters in the winter.  

You could also us this fabric for craft and soft furnishings projects such as quilting and lampshades. 

Free samples available.

Heavyweight fabric with a small amount of stretch, this would be suitable for dressmaking projects such as hoodies, and various craft projects. Free samples available.

This Super Soft Cuddle Fleece is a soft luxurious fleece, perfect to use for throws, blankets, mittens, scarves, blankets, baby car seat covers, baby comforters, quilt backing, Jumpers, dressing gowns, cushion covers, hats and toys. 

Fleece is a synthetic insulating fabric made from a type of polyester. It is very comfortable due to its light weight and anti-perspiration qualities, and allows moisture to evaporate, while blocking humidity from the outside. 

Free Sample Available.

This new superior quality stunning velvet is extremely versatile. It is suitable for interior use like upholstery and soft furnishings, but it's also soft and drapey enough for you dressmaking and craft 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.

Lovely 100% cotton fabric, suitable for a variety of projects including curtains and dressmaking, Free samples available on request.

Lovely 100% cotton fabric, suitable for a variety of projects including curtains and dressmaking, Free samples available on request.

P125 Mini Water Sports fabric 100% Cotton, these fun cotton prints are perfect for Dressmaking & Crafts. Other designs also available.

Free Samples Available.