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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Natural Ramie Linen Look White C794
NEW£12.00 / MetreThis ramie cotton mix is a stunning, natural plain weave fabric with a lovely soft handle.
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 230gsm this fabric is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100. Free samples available.
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i501 Oranges Linen Navy
NEW£12.50 / MetreThis lovely linen mix fabric is perfect for a variety for dressmaking projects as well as lightweight curtains. The fun design is printed on to a soft drape base cloth perfect for dresses, blouses and skirts. By mixing linen and viscose together you get a luxuriously soft, drapey, absorbent, breathable and extremely comfortable fabric.
To see the exact colour please order a free sample. Weight: 175gsm
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Waterfall Linen Viscose Blue Multi C793
NEW£12.50 / MetreThis lovely linen mix fabric is perfect for a variety for dressmaking projects as well as lightweight curtains. The fun design is printed on to a soft drape base cloth perfect for dresses, blouses and skirts. By mixing linen and viscose together you get a luxuriously soft, drapey, absorbent, breathable and extremely comfortable fabric.
Free samples available. Weight: 180gsm
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4mm Narrow Linen Stripe Grey C792
NEW£8.50 / MetreThis linen mix woven stripe has a beautiful soft handle perfect for dressmaking projects such as dresses, shirts, blouses and lightweight trousers. The classic stripe could also be used to make lightweight curtains and for other soft furnishing projects such as lampshades and cushions.
Free samples available.
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9mm Narrow Linen Stripe Blue C790
NEWOUT OF STOCK£8.50 / MetreThis linen mix woven stripe has a beautiful soft handle perfect for dressmaking projects such as dresses, shirts, blouses and lightweight trousers. The classic stripe could also be used to make lightweight curtains and for other soft furnishing projects such as lampshades and cushions.
Free samples available.
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Natural Ramie Linen Look Mint C789
NEW£12.00 / MetreThis ramie cotton mix is a stunning, natural plain weave fabric with a lovely soft handle.
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 230gsm this fabric is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100. Free samples available.
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Natural Ramie Linen Look Flax C788
NEW£12.00 / MetreThis ramie cotton mix is a stunning, natural plain weave fabric with a lovely soft handle.
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 230gsm this fabric is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100. Free samples available.
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Natural Ramie Linen Look Raspberry C787
NEW£12.00 / MetreThis ramie cotton mix is a stunning, natural plain weave fabric with a lovely soft handle.
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 230gsm this fabric is the perfect mid weisght cloth for trousers, dresses, shirts and more.
Oeko-Tex Standard 100. 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!
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F238 Stripe Heavy Jersey Charcoal
£9.50 / MetreThis heavy jersey hangs beautifully and would be suitable for a wrap dress or skirt. It could of course also be used for t shirts and pyjamas.
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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F62 Lurex Knit Glitzy Flower Stripe Red
£4.00 / MetreAn eye catching knitted lurex jersey with a fun twist on a classic stripe, we only have this 1 roll available so if you love it don't miss out!
280gsm
Free samples available.
