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Dress Fabric

From hard wearing denim to delicate silks and glamorous sequins, you’re sure to find what you need to make the perfect outfit.

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  1. W25 Super Soft Stretch Corduroy Lilac

     

    W25 Super Soft Stretch Corduroy Lilac

    £15.00 / Metre

    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. 

  2. W20 Brushed Stretch Cotton Mustard

     

    W20 Brushed Stretch Cotton Mustard

    £10.50 / Metre

    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. 

  3. W11 Modal French Terry Jersey Plum

     

    W11 Modal French Terry Jersey Plum

    £14.50 / Metre

    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. 

  4. B374 Washed Ramie Linen Look Lilac

     

    B374 Washed Ramie Linen Look Lilac

    £14.00 / Metre

    Ramie is a fantastic eco-friendly cloth which behaves very similarily to linen. It is made from nettles and therefore is a sustainble option as they are easy to grow without the use of chemicals. As ramie shares so many qualities with linen, including a lovely handle and soft drape it can be an ideal choice for curtains and other soft furnishings projects. 

    Ramie is an extremely strong fibe and is also breathable and highly absorbant making it the perfect cloth for dressmaking. With a weight of 255gsm it is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more!

    Free samples available.

  5. U265 Arts & Crafts Floral Lawn Haze

     

    U265 Arts & Crafts Floral Lawn Haze

    £14.50 / Metre

    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.

  6. I451 Super Soft Cuddle Fur Mustard Yellow

     

    I451 Super Soft Cuddle Fur Mustard Yellow

    £6.00 / Metre

    Plain super soft and cuddly faux fur. Suitable for dressmaking, craft and soft furnishing projects. Free samples available.

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  8. F264 Ex Designer Stretch Needlecord Burgundy

     

    F264 Ex Designer Stretch Needlecord Burgundy

    £10.00 / Metre

    Stretch corduroy fabric that can be used for a variety of dressmaking and craft projects. Cord is both durable and versatile, making it perfect for winter wardrobes. Free samples available.

  9. i421 Sunflower Sunshine

     

    i421 Sunflower Sunshine

    £8.50 / Metre

    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.

  10. I383 Cupro Yellow

     

    I383 Cupro Yellow

    £7.50 / Metre

    Cupro is a soft silky fabric derived from the cotton plant. It is water resistant so suitable for light outdoor jackets, but also soft enough for finer garments such as pyjamas.  Free samples available.

  11. F216 Pastoral Sketchbook Mustard

     

    F216 Pastoral Sketchbook Mustard

    £5.00 / Metre

    Lovely lightweight, soft drape fabric. Suitable for a variety of dressmaking and craft projects, such as dresses, blouses and summer scarves.

    Free samples available on request.

  12. F35 Viva Chiffon Green

     

    F35 Viva Chiffon Green

    £2.00 / Metre

    Such a beautiful and bold design printed on a polyester chiffon. If you're after a great drape fabric for a maxi dress our a blouse- here's one for you!

    117 gsm.

    Free samples available.

  13. F31 Autumnal Tartan Chiffon

     

    F31 Autumnal Tartan Chiffon

    £2.00 / Metre

    This semi sheer chiffon brings together a lovely colour combination in a classsic tartan design. it lends itself to a lovely floaty kaftan, or tired dress. This fabric would need lining or to be worn over another garment as it is sheer 

    117 gsm.

    Free samples available.

  14. NEW Bamboo Towelling Mustard B286

     

    NEW Bamboo Towelling Mustard B286

    £15.00 / Metre

    Super soft bamboo terry towelling suitable for towels, dressing gowns and baby products.

    Bamboo fibres are more environmentally friendly than many alternatives used to make towelling. It is also more absorbent and dries quicker than similar cotton towelling. One more added benefit is that bamboo is natural anti microbial.

    Free samples available. Weight 420gsm

  15. Alice in Wonderland at Mad Hatters Party P84

     

    Alice in Wonderland at Mad Hatters Party P84

    £10.50 / Metre

    This classic Disney adaptation of Alice in Wonderland 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 pyjamas, but also fantastic for any quilt or craft projects.

    Free samples available.

  16. Eco Washed Linen Mustard C514

     

    Eco Washed Linen Mustard C514

    £14.00 / Metre

    Washed 100% linen suitable for dressmaking, craft and curtains. Free samples available.

    Oeko-Tex Standard 100 - 230gsm 

  17. Sequined Net Purple P34

     

    Sequined Net Purple P34

    £4.50 / Metre

    Sequined net fabric suitable for dressmaking and craft. Free samples available.

  18. Washed Ramie Linen Look Burgundy B181

     

    Washed Ramie Linen Look Burgundy B181

    £14.00 / Metre

    Ramie is a fantastic eco-friendly cloth which behaves very similarily to linen. It is made from nettles and therefore is a sustainble option as they are easy to grow without the use of chemicals. As ramie shares so many qualities with linen, including a lovely handle and soft drape it can be an ideal choice for curtains and other soft furnishings projects. 

    Ramie is an extremely strong fibe and is also breathable and highly absorbant making it the perfect cloth for dressmaking. With a weight of 255gsm it is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more!

    Free samples available.

  19. French Sunflower Cotton Poplin Ivory Yellow Green C458

     

    French Sunflower Cotton Poplin Ivory Yellow Green C458

    £6.00 / Metre

    This patterned 100% cotton is extremely popular with both dressmakers and crafters alike. It is a heavier weight than a lawn but more luxurious than your standard crafting cotton with its soft/smooth surface and 121gsm weight. Many of our customer use it for making blouses, shirts, childrens clothes and for quilting/craft projects too. Cotton poplin is lovely to sew with and holds its shape beautifully in garmets with gathers, pleats or puff sleeves for example. This poplin meets Oeko-Tex Standard 100 standards and free samples are available. 

  20. Washed Ramie Linen Look Mustard B134

     

    Washed Ramie Linen Look Mustard B134

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    £14.00 / Metre

    Ramie is a fantastic eco-friendly cloth which behaves very similarily to linen. It is made from nettles and therefore is a sustainble option as they are easy to grow without the use of chemicals. As ramie shares so many qualities with linen, including a lovely handle and soft drape it can be an ideal choice for curtains and other soft furnishings projects. 

    Ramie is an extremely strong fibe and is also breathable and highly absorbant making it the perfect cloth for dressmaking. With a weight of 255gsm it is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more!

    Free samples available.

  21. C337 Muslin Double Gauze Crinkle Gold/ Mustard

     

    C337 Muslin Double Gauze Crinkle Gold/ Mustard

    £9.50 / Metre

    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.

  22. Plain Cotton Poplin Lotus CP0001

     

    Plain Cotton Poplin Lotus CP0001

    £5.00 / Metre

    This plain 100% cotton is extremely popular with both dressmakers and crafters alike. It is a heavier weight than a lawn but more luxurious than your standard crafting cotton with its soft/smooth surface and 121gsm weight.

    Many of our customer use it for making blouses, shirts, childrens clothes and for quilting/craft projects too. Cotton poplin is lovely to sew with and holds its shape beautifully in garments with gathers, pleats or puff sleeves for example. This poplin meets Oeko-Tex Standard 100 standards and free samples are available. 

More about "Dress Fabric"

We stock fabrics suitable for all your dressmaking needs; corduroy for trousers and jackets, jersey for pyjamas and some funky, fun fabrics for fancy dress.
If you need any help selecting your dress fabric please don't hesitate to call us on 01691 670562

In store we also have Butterick and Vogue books filled with a variety of dressmaking patterns these can be order from us and will be delivered straight to your door.