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Dressmaking Fabric Ideas

Whether you're looking for a basic cotton dressmaking fabric or a glamorous sequin fabric you're sure to find what you need in our dressmaking fabric section.

Dressmaking fabric includes everything from hardwearing denim, to delicate silks for scarf making. 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 dressmaking fabric please don't hesitate to call us on 01691 670562.

Need a pattern for your project?
We carry Tilly and the Buttons and Sew Over it Patterns online. 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.

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  1. Luxury stripe cotton sheeting 300cm wide

     

    Luxury stripe cotton sheeting 300cm wide

    £12.00 / Metre

    This luxury cotton sheeting has a beautiful soft handle and a delicate self patterned stripe with the added benefit of being 300cm wide it is perfect for a whole host of projects. 

    Ideal for backing quits due to the extra width or for using in dressmaking for lining, toile or as the front fabric. It would also be great for table linen. 

    This sheeting is 200gsm, Free samples are available  

  2. 300cm wide luxury cotton sheeting

     

    300cm wide luxury cotton sheeting

    £10.00 / Metre

    This luxury cotton sheeting has a beautiful soft handle and with the added benefit of being 300cm wide it is perfect for a whole host of projects. 

    Ideal for backing quits due to the extra width or for using in dressmaking for lining, toile or as the front fabric.

    This sheeting is 165gsm, Free samples are available  

  3. Croc Skin Leatherette Metallic Gold H338

     

    Croc Skin Leatherette Metallic Gold H338

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    £16.50 / Metre

    Crocodile Leatherette Fabric. Suitable for Upholstery, Craft, Bag Making, and Dressmaking.

    Free samples available.

  4. H332 Matisse Folk Tapestry Indigo

     

    H332 Matisse Folk Tapestry Indigo

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    £20.00 / Metre

    This Matisse inspired tapestry fabric is a perfect weight for interior projects such as curtains, soft furnishings and light upholstery. It has metallic gold yarn woven throughout its design to emphasise the yellow patterns within the fabric. These woven designs are also popular for some fashion projects such as bags and jackets. 

    Free samples are available.

  5. H331 Leopard Tapestry Metallic Hearts Noir

     

    H331 Leopard Tapestry Metallic Hearts Noir

    NEW
    £20.00 / Metre

    This tapestry fabric is a perfect weight for interior projects such as curtains, soft furnishings and light upholstery.  It has a minimal gold metallic detail throughout the weave. These woven designs are also popular for some fashion projects such as bags and jackets. 

    Free samples are available.

  6. H330 Textured Leopard Print Tapestry Peanut/ Noir

     

    H330 Textured Leopard Print Tapestry Peanut/ Noir

    NEW
    £20.00 / Metre

    This tapestry fabric is a perfect weight for interior projects such as curtains, soft furnishings and light upholstery.  It has a chenille yarn, woven through the leopard spots, giving it a textured tactile finish. These woven designs are also popular for some fashion projects such as bags and jackets. 

    Free samples are available.

  7. H329 Nutcracker Holly Green

     

    H329 Nutcracker Holly Green

    NEW
    £9.50 / Metre

    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. 

  8. H328 Mexican Cowboy Mustard

     

    H328 Mexican Cowboy Mustard

    NEW
    £9.50 / Metre

    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. 

Sewing Nora

Looking for a simple sew you will want to wear everyday? Then look no further! Pssttt You also get a baggy t-shirt option with the pattern!

  1. F187 Ribbed Jersey Pink

     

    F187 Ribbed Jersey Pink

    £5.00 / Metre

    A lovely drape ribbed jersey.

    Ideal for T-shirts, dresses or childrens clothing.

    190 gsm

    Free samples available.

  2. Cable Knit Mint B241

     

    Cable Knit Mint B241

    £16.50 / Metre

    This chunky cable knit is definitely my favourite dress making fabric of the moment, Available in 4 lovely colours and perfect for jumpers, dresses and cardigans But would also be gorgeous as something simple like a throw!

    Machine washable and Oeko-Tex Standard with a 485gsm. Check out out Instagram page where you can see customer makes in this fabric!

    Free samples available. 

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Stretch Dressmaking Fabric

I know sewing stretch fabric can seem a bit daunting but once you get the hang of it, it's great! The fit is far more forgiving and you end up with a super comfy garment at the end!

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