A Guide to Ponte Roma Fabric
A practical guide to Ponte Roma fabric – what it is, how it’s made, key features, what to sew with it, and tips for stitching stable double-knit jersey successfully.
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From your first tentative stitches to your most ambitious projects, we're here to support your creative journey. Our fabrics are carefully sourced from trusted mills across Britain and Europe, ensuring every piece you create is built to last.
Whether you're sewing for personal joy, creating bespoke pieces, or building your own fashion business, you'll find the exceptional materials and expert guidance you need in our thoughtfully curated collection.
New dress fabric arrivals from exclusive deadstock to fresh classics, along with new sewing patterns for your next project.
Stof Viscose Jersey - Wild Eden
Viscose jersey with cheetahs and florals in green and pink. 150cm wide soft stretch knit perfect for bold statement pieces.
Light & Lush - Mulberry Meadow
Light & Lush - Mulberry Meadow
100% viscose twill fabric printed with a large-scale burgundy floral pattern on a dark khaki base.
Light & Lush - Arbor
140cm wide, 100% viscose twill fabric in red and cream with a large-scale floral print.
140cm wide navy viscose satin fabric with a white abstract print, lightweight with a fluid silk-like drape.
140cm wide 100% viscose dress fabric. Superfine challis-style cloth with soft drape and green floral print.
Light & Lush - Tessellation
A lovely 145cm wide, 100% viscose fabric printed with a blue and cream abstract mosaic pattern.
135cm wide 100% cotton ex-designer seersucker fabric, lightweight and breathable for summer dresses and shirts
Embroidered Cotton - Betsy
145cm wide lightweight white 100% cotton dress fabric with delicate yellow floral embroidery.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Flowers
Digitally printed cotton canvas with oversized florals. 140cm wide and structured, ideal for trousers, blazers, jumpsuits, and bags.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Watercolour
140cm wide digitally printed cotton canvas fabric, suitable for structured garments like trousers and blazers as well as bags and accessories.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Birds
140cm wide digitally printed cotton canvas fabric, suitable for structured garments like trousers and blazers, as well as bags and accessories.
Cotton Needlecord - Take It Slow
112cm wide cotton needlecord fabric, with a beige leopard and floral print.
Cotton Needlecord - Back in the Day
112cm wide cotton needlecord fabric, with a 1970s-inspired floral swirl print in green, amber and red tones.
Gentle Rust - Embroidered Cotton
135cm wide embroidered cotton with delicate florals and a scalloped edge along the weft.
Explore our cotton dress fabric collection, from crisp poplins and classic shirtings to soft, breathable cotton lawn – perfect for everyday dressmaking and easy-to-wear pieces.
135cm wide 100% cotton ex-designer seersucker fabric, lightweight and breathable for summer dresses and shirts
Embroidered Cotton - Betsy
145cm wide lightweight white 100% cotton dress fabric with delicate yellow floral embroidery.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Flowers
Digitally printed cotton canvas with oversized florals. 140cm wide and structured, ideal for trousers, blazers, jumpsuits, and bags.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Watercolour
140cm wide digitally printed cotton canvas fabric, suitable for structured garments like trousers and blazers as well as bags and accessories.
Cotton Canvas - Painted Blooms - Birds
140cm wide digitally printed cotton canvas fabric, suitable for structured garments like trousers and blazers, as well as bags and accessories.
Cotton Needlecord - Take It Slow
112cm wide cotton needlecord fabric, with a beige leopard and floral print.
Cotton Needlecord - Back in the Day
112cm wide cotton needlecord fabric, with a 1970s-inspired floral swirl print in green, amber and red tones.
Gentle Rust - Embroidered Cotton
135cm wide embroidered cotton with delicate florals and a scalloped edge along the weft.
142cm wide cotton broderie anglaise fabric, with a soft floral print and embroidered eyelets.
Milano Embroidered Double Gauze - Pink
Milano Embroidered Double Gauze - Pink
140cm ex-designer Italian cotton double gauze dress fabric with pale pink floral embroidery.
Milano Embroidered Double Gauze - Yellow
Milano Embroidered Double Gauze - Yellow
Ex-designer Italian cotton double gauze fabric, 140cm wide embroidered with pale yellow florals.
Pima Cotton Lawn - Weavers Floral Navy
140cm wide Pima Cotton Lawn fabric with a rich denim blue and off-white floral print.
Pima Cotton Lawn - Inky Floral
140cm wide Pima Cotton Lawn fabric, with a William Morris–inspired vintage floral print, soft and ideal for dressmaking.
150cm wide 100% cotton dress fabric with a fine rainbow stripe, ideal for summer and holiday wear.
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What began as a small mail-order business has grown into Britain's most trusted source for premium fabrics. Founded by Alan and lovingly continued by Caroline, Croft Mill remains proudly family-run, combining decades of expertise with a fresh, modern approach.
We believe every maker deserves access to exceptional materials and the inspiration to bring their vision to life.
I needed fabric for a new bath robe so of course the first place I look is Croft Mill. Soft with a bit of stretch in a lovely pale blue.
Linde Carr
Nov, 2025
I'm truly satisfied because purchased item arrived timely and proved top quality. Tracking very easy to be followed as well.
Paolo De Nicolo
Nov, 2025
Really happy with my recent purchases of fabric and thread. Exactly as described and delivered promptly.
Joanne Chatt
Oct, 2025
Bought two fabrics both very happy with great company to buy from and lovely choice of fabrics
Ann Brown
Sept, 2025
Fabric and lining are of good quality. Easy to handle and sew with. Gutterman thread I certainly recommend.
Susan
Aug, 2025
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