A Practical Guide to Cotton Lawn Fabric
Cotton lawn is one of those fabrics you come back to, light, breathable and easy to sew. A guide to how it feels, what to make and where to start.
New dressmaking fabrics are arriving weekly, often in limited quantities. Shop the latest deadstock finds and everyday favourites - plus new sewing patterns.
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135cm wide ex-designer Italian brushed cotton twill lawn fabric in soft lightweight navy.
160cm wide Italian waterproof cotton fabric in black with a soft handle and protective coating.
Challenger - Stone
Italian ex-designer 155cm stone wool fabric, water resistant backed cloth for jackets and coats.
Chunky brown tweed fabric with small check, wool blend coating with bold texture and warmth.
Lightweight fabrics perfect for summer dresses, from cotton lawn to floaty viscose
Embroidered Cotton - Betsy
White embroidered cotton 145cm, 80gsm, light, breathable fabric for summer clothing.
150cm white cotton with fine rainbow stripe. Smooth, breathable and lightweight for summer wear.
Cotton Seersucker - Pastel Check
Cotton Seersucker - Pastel Check
120cm cotton seersucker in pastel check. Lightweight, breathable with soft puckered texture.
Painterly Cotton - Pink Floral
Painterly Cotton - Pink Floral
140cm cotton voile in cream with pink floral print. Ultra lightweight, soft and airy at 60gsm.
Fresh modern dress patterns to inspire your makes
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