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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. W35 Heavy Jacquard Sweatshirting Rust

     

    W35 Heavy Jacquard Sweatshirting Rust

    £18.50 / Metre

    This is a beautifully soft heavy weight sweatshirting with the most snuggly brushed back. It is a jacquard sweatshirting with a small design knitted into the jerseys adding a lovely detail.

    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 340gsm. 

  2. W30 Boiled Wool Tomato Red

     

    W30 Boiled Wool Tomato Red

    BACK IN STOCK SOON
    £20.00 / Metre

    Boiled wool gets its name from the production technique used to produce the fabric. It is easy to sew as it will not move around and does not fray. 

    We would recommend using boiled wool to make coats and jackets but it can also be used to make skirts and structured dresses. This is a mid weight boiled wool so we would recommend having a free sample to see if it is suitable for you project.

    Boiled wool is not only suitable for dressmaking it is also a popular choice for curtains and soft furnishings.  

    Free samples available. Weight 395gsm. 

  3. 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. 

  4. 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. 

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  6. W14 Luxury Sweatshirting Tomato

     

    W14 Luxury Sweatshirting Tomato

    £11.50 / Metre

    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. 

  7. 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. 

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. I450 Super Soft Cuddle Fur Red

     

    I450 Super Soft Cuddle Fur Red

    £6.00 / Metre

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

  11. 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.

  12. I389 Super Soft Sweatshirting Coral

     

    I389 Super Soft Sweatshirting Coral

    £10.00 / Metre

    Super soft stretch fabric suitable for dressmaking and craft. Free samples available.

  13. 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.

  14. V02 Eco Range Recycled Linen Mix Brick

     

    V02 Eco Range Recycled Linen Mix Brick

    £10.00 / Metre

    This lovely recycled linen mix from our 'Eco Range' has so many great production features that help the fabric meet the Global recycled standard. Using 100% recycled fibres of both cotton and linen to create this cloth. 

  15. V09 Eco Range 100% Recycled Cotton Mix Brick

     

    V09 Eco Range 100% Recycled Cotton Mix Brick

    £7.50 / Metre

    This recycled cotton mix from our 'Eco Range' meets the Global recycled standard. Using 100% recycled fibres this fabric is made up of 87% cotton from recycling existing fabric/garments and cutting it back to cotton fibres and 13% polyester where the fibre is created from melting down plastic bottles to make the yarn.

    Per Metre this fabric recycles 4 plastic bottles into polyester fibres and saves a significant amount of water and energy by using reworked fibres.

    The fabric has a textured linen look finish and is perfect for curtains and home interiors projects.

     Free Samples available if you'd like to have a feel of this cloth before purchasing!

  16. NEW Bamboo Towelling Burgundy B288

     

    NEW Bamboo Towelling Burgundy B288

    £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

  17. 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

  18. Eco Washed Linen Dark Red  C542

     

    Eco Washed Linen Dark Red C542

    £14.00 / Metre

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

    Oeko-Tex Standard 100 - 230gsm 

  19. 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 

  20. Sequined Net Purple P34

     

    Sequined Net Purple P34

    £4.50 / Metre

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

  21. Washed Ramie Linen Look Rust B178

     

    Washed Ramie Linen Look Rust B178

    £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.

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  23. 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.

  24. Washed Ramie Linen Look Mustard B134

     

    Washed Ramie Linen Look Mustard B134

    BACK IN STOCK SOON
    £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.

  25. 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.

  26. 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. 

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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.