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 stunning stretch viscose is the perfect fabrics for all your summer dressmaking needs. The vibrant watercolour pattern is printed on to a lovely soft drape base cloth perfect for dresses, blouses and skirts with the added benefit of some stretch for extra comfort. 

Free samples available. Weight: 140gsm 

This stunning stretch viscose is the perfect fabrics for all your summer dressmaking needs. The vibrant watercolour pattern is printed on to a lovely soft drape base cloth perfect for dresses, blouses and skirts with the added benefit of some stretch for extra comfort. 

Free samples available. Weight: 140gsm 

This stunning stretch viscose is the perfect fabrics for all your summer dressmaking needs. The vibrant watercolour pattern is printed on to a lovely soft drape base cloth perfect for dresses, blouses and skirts with the added benefit of some stretch for extra comfort. 

Free samples available. Weight: 140gsm 

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 design is printed on 100% viscose 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 cotton fabrics. Free samples available. 

This fun 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 cotton fabrics. Free samples available. 

This fun 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 cotton fabrics. 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 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 lovely cotton jersey is printed with a classic Breton stripe. It is super soft yet heavy enough for a variety of dressmaking projects. The elastane content adds a great stretch and means your garments will not lose their shape of time.

We think this jersey would make lovely dresses and tops for both children and adults. 

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

Free samples available. Weight 220gsm. 

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 super soft wool touch fabric would be perfect for dressmaking projects such as a winter coat or jacket, or for the home, such as scatter cushions or curtains.

Free samples available.

This lovely silky satin is suitable for a variety of dressmaking and craft projects. The fabric has an extremely soft drape making it perfect for clothes which require a floaty cloth such as dresses, skirts, and blouses. Weight 95gsm.

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 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.