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Cotton Shirting & Dressmaking

Cotton dressmaking fabric is such a wide term that encompasses lots of different weaves, designs, colours and styles. This collection of cotton dress fabrics features cloths from Italian cotton shirting to European made chino trouser fabrics. There are some truly gorgeous printed dress fabrics featured here too for you to create your own on-trend fashion item.

Shirting Fabric is a broad term used to refer to a variety of fabrics, where the fabric is generally tightly woven and less sheer, making them an ideal shirt weight. Shirting fabric tends to have a high thread count and is usually yarn dyed, ensuring that the pattern is woven into the fabric.  Our collection of shirting fabric also includes some linen and wool mixes, chambray and some finely woven cotton poplins here that are suitable for making all manner of shirting patterns. All very easy to sew and the perfect dress fabric for beginners and experienced sewers alike.

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  • Made in Italy Kingsmith

    Kingsmith

    100% cotton shirting with a tiny houndstooth check in cream, red, and brown. Beautifully woven.

    £14.50 p/m
  • Qjutie - Rib Knit - Daisy

    Qjutie - Rib Knit - Daisy

    145cm wide, 95% cotton, 5% elastane daisy print rib fabric, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £15.75 p/u
  • Fame

    Fame

    150cm wide red polyester nylon silk dress fabric, a stunning blend that combines elegance and softness.

    £8.50 p/m
  • Qjutie - Bambino Print - Carrots

    Qjutie - Bambino Print - Carrots

    140cm wide, cotton carrot print muslin fabric in off white, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £12.30 p/m
  • Qjutie - Waffle - Dusty Salmon

    Qjutie - Waffle - Dusty Salmon

    135cm wide, cotton & elastane waffle jersey fabric in salmon, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £15.30 p/m
  • Qjutie - Broderie Anglaise - Dusty Salmon

    Qjutie - Broderie Anglaise - Dusty Salmon

    140cm wide, cotton broderie anglaise fabric in dusty salmon, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £13.50 p/m
  • Qjutie - Linen Cotton Mix - Army
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    Qjutie - Linen Cotton Mix - Army

    140cm wide, 55% linen, 45% cotton mix fabric in army green, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £18.30 p/m
  • Qjutie - Burnout Denim - Yellow

    Qjutie - Burnout Denim - Yellow

    150cm wide, cotton/polyester burnout denim fabric in yellow, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £15.96 p/m
  • Qjutie - Summer Denim - Yellow

    Qjutie - Summer Denim - Yellow

    150cm wide, cotton/polyester denim fabric in yellow, from the Qjutie & The Qjutest range.

    £14.76 p/m
  • Made in Italy Italian Tencel Twill - White

    Italian Tencel Twill - White

    150cm wide, 100% Tencel twill fabric in white. Lightweight at 150gsm with a soft hand and fine twill weave, woven in Italy.

    £24.96 p/m
  • Jovi - Violet

    Jovi - Violet

    Our 140cm wide, dobby jacquard fabric in a purple hue has a woven textured check design. 77% cotton & 23% rayon.

    £16.50 p/m
  • Punch - Chartreuse

    Punch - Chartreuse

    145cm wide, midweight satin-backed crepe fabric in chartreuse made from polyester with great draping qualities.

    £12.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Viscose Crepe - Golden Gallop
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    Viscose Crepe - Golden Gallop

    Beautiful quality deadstock viscose crepe fabric with a golden horse print on a black ground, woven in Italy.

    £20.80 p/m £26.00 p/m
  • Silk Crepe de Chine - 16 Momme - Mocha

    Silk Crepe de Chine - 16 Momme - Mocha

    Matte, fluid, and refined - this 16 momme silk crepe de chine 135cm wide is your go-to for chic day-to-evening wear.

    £44.96 p/m
  • Silk Crepe de Chine - 16 Momme - Petrol

    Silk Crepe de Chine - 16 Momme - Petrol

    Effortlessly elegant 16 momme silk crepe de chine - wider at 135cm, with a luxe matte drape, in 11 limited deadstock shades.

    £44.96 p/m
  • Fine Cotton Twill - Pale Beige

    Fine Cotton Twill - Pale Beige

    135cm wide, cotton and elastane fine twill stretch fabric in a pale beige hue. Perfect for shirts!

    £10.26 p/m
  • Made in Italy Silk Twill - Eva Black - 14 Momme

    Silk Twill - Eva Black - 14 Momme

    Designer deadstock silk twill - 14 momme, 136cm wide, with a smooth drape and subtle sheen for fashion, accessories, and homeware.

    £44.96 p/m
  • Morning Glow

    Morning Glow

    145cm wide 100% linen fabric in orange, made for a famous American designer. Medium-weight at 150gsm.

    £22.50 p/m
  • Cobalt Kiss

    Cobalt Kiss

    152cm wide 100% viscose fabric with painterly navy and blue heart print on ivory. Lightweight at 119gsm with a fluid drape.

    £22.50 p/m
  • Never Get A Look In
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    Never Get A Look In

    145cm wide, suede dress fabric in royal blue, soft as they come - made from polyester and elastane.

    £12.50 p/m
  • Spring Time

    Spring Time

    Lovely 180cm wide 100% viscose crepe de chine fabric with mint green ditsy floral print. Lightweight at 100gsm with a soft drape

    £14.96 p/m
  • Jack Spratt - Blue

    Jack Spratt - Blue

    A 147cm wide cotton-nylon fabric with blue and white stripes. Lightweight at 84gsm, crisp and breathable

    £8.00 p/m
  • + More colours 7.5oz Washed Denim - Black

    7.5oz Washed Denim - Black

    148cm wide, cotton 7.5oz washed denim fabric in black with a soft handle and a worn-in look.

    £15.00 p/m
  • Ember

    Ember

    Our polyester, viscose and elastane jacquard jersey fabric has a knitted zigzag pattern in a green hue.

    £24.00 p/m
  • + More colours Albany 16 momme Silk - Kate

    Albany 16 momme Silk - Kate

    Smooth silk satin with crisp colour, perfect for sewing timeless pieces.

    £54.96 p/m
  • Sewing Room - Lilyanne - Red

    Sewing Room - Lilyanne - Red

    110cm wide 100% cotton poplin fabric, printed with striking white & yellow lilies which elegantly contrast against a deep red ground.

    From £8.45 p/u
  • + More colours Albany 16 momme Silk - Mary

    Albany 16 momme Silk - Mary

    Shiny 16 momme silk satin, ideal for dresses, blouses and gowns.

    £54.96 p/m
  • + More colours Albany 16 momme Silk - Anne

    Albany 16 momme Silk - Anne

    Premium silk satin fabric for elegant dressmaking and luxury loungewear.

    £54.96 p/m
  • + More colours BA - Erin - Black

    BA - Erin - Black

    140cm wide, 52% viscose, 25% linen, 23% polyester broderie anglaise fabric in black.

    £26.50 p/m
  • Misty Satin - Pink

    Misty Satin - Pink

    140cm wide, wonderfully lightweight digitally printed 100% viscose satin fabric in a misty pink hue.

    £21.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Silk Whisper - Wine Red

    Silk Whisper - Wine Red

    A lightweight Italian habotai silk in a rich wine red, this 12 momme fabric has a smooth handle and elegant drape, perfect for linings, blouses, or scarves.

    £40.00 p/m
  • Flora - Brown

    Flora - Brown

    150cm wide, 100% polyester satin fabric with an all-over floral print in shades of brown.

    £11.50 p/m
  • Fibre Mood - 9.5oz Washed Denim - Black

    Fibre Mood - 9.5oz Washed Denim - Black

    100% cotton black washed denim fabric, 9.5oz (320gsm), Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. Soft yet durable

    £19.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Monza Denim - 10.2oz - Dark Wash

    Monza Denim - 10.2oz - Dark Wash

    137cm wide, 97% cotton & 3% elastane woven denim in dark wash with a luxuriously soft finish.

    £23.16 p/m
  • Poplin Styles - Lotus Carnival

    Poplin Styles - Lotus Carnival

    140cm wide, 115gsm, lightweight 100% cotton poplin fabric with a bright floral print on white.

    £9.50 p/m
  • Pastel Sprigs Crepe

    Pastel Sprigs Crepe

    145cm wide, lightweight polyester crepe fabric with abstract floral sprigs on a yellow ground.

    £7.50 p/m
  • Quilted Iridescence

    Quilted Iridescence

    135cm wide, iridescent diamond quilted polyester fabric. Ideal for standout coats & jackets.

    £27.00 p/m
  • Stretch Faux Suede - Beige

    Stretch Faux Suede - Beige

    145cm wide, knitted polyester stretch faux suede fabric in beige. Lightweight, stretchy & versatile.

    £10.96 p/m
  • Soft Shell - Sunset Splash

    Soft Shell - Sunset Splash

    145cm wide, polyester & spandex soft-shell fabric with a vibrant tie-dye-like digital print.

    £18.50 p/m
  • Honister Grey

    Honister Grey

    This 148cm wide linen-look viscose elastane blend has a generous 40% weft stretch. A stunning slate-grey cloth that handles beautifully.

    £16.00 p/m
  • Fibre Mood - Heavy Crepe - Plum

    Fibre Mood - Heavy Crepe - Plum

    145cm wide, polyester, viscose & elastane, 285gsm heavy crepe dress fabric in dark purple.

    £22.00 p/m
  • Sandwashed - Nude

    Sandwashed - Nude

    Made from 93% viscose and 7% polyester, this nude dress fabric is great for palazzo pants, blouses and skirts!

    £13.96 p/m
  • Sandwashed - Grey

    Sandwashed - Grey

    Gorgeous grey viscose and polyester blend dressmaking fabric, ideal for floaty blouses, skirts or palazzo pants!

    £13.96 p/m
  • Slate Stretch

    Slate Stretch

    140cm wide, dark grey ribbed viscose and polyester jersey fabric. Lightweight, soft and breathable.

    £9.46 p/m
  • Evangeline - Camel

    Evangeline - Camel

    158cm wide camel/brown 100% polyester synthetic fur fabric with an embossed square design. Luxuriously soft, warm, and versatile faux fur fabric.

    £24.00 p/m

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