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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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  • French Terry - Berry
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    French Terry - Berry

    Plain 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane OEKO-TEX French Terry jersey fabric in berry with a looped back.

    £12.90 p/m
  • Poplin Print - Mrs Bouquet - Navy

    Poplin Print - Mrs Bouquet - Navy

    A nice summery pink foral print on a good quality cotton poplin navy base,†perfect for tea dresses. We just need some sunshine.

    £7.76 p/m
  • Viscose Plain - Ivory

    Viscose Plain - Ivory

    140cm wide, very soft and fine, 100% viscose challis fabric in ivory. Perfect for summer garments.

    £5.26 p/m
  • Fine Viscose Plain - Alabaster
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    Fine Viscose Plain - Alabaster

    144cm wide, gorgeously lightweight dress fabric is ideal for summer garments! Made from 100% viscose has a soft ivory/alabaster hue.

    £9.96 p/m
  • Poplin Print - Arabian Leopard

    Poplin Print - Arabian Leopard

    112cm wide, cotton poplin print fabric with a Arabian leopard print in shades of creams and black.

    £7.76 p/m
  • Challis - Floral Colourscene

    Challis - Floral Colourscene

    Superb high twist printed viscose challis lightweight draping dress fabric. Floral pattern on a deep dark navy coloured background.

    £10.76 p/m
  • + More colours Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Metal Grey
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    Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Metal Grey

    Luxurious quality, 140cm wide, 100% boiled wool fabric in metal grey, perfect for jackets and coats!

    £32.50 p/m
  • Riviera Lawn - Pale Blue
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    Riviera Lawn - Pale Blue

    145cm wide pale blue cotton lawn, beautifully fine and a dream to sew. Ideal for shirts, dresses, and crafts.

    £7.96 p/m
  • + More colours Brushed Tartan - Joseph

    Brushed Tartan - Joseph

    High-quality brushed cotton tartan shirting fabric, featuring a classic red, green, and white check pattern.

    £10.00 p/m
  • Belle - Silk Crepe De Chine

    Belle - Silk Crepe De Chine

    This exquisite bleached white crepe de chine is made from 100% silk and a pure delight to work with. Create showstopping wedding and prom dresses.

    £50.00 p/m
  • Monaco Crepe - White

    Monaco Crepe - White

    This high-quality, polyester crepe fabric in a brilliant white shade is perfect for bridal wear and special occasions!

    £17.26 p/m
  • French Terry - White

    French Terry - White

    Plain white 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane OEKO-TEX French Terry jersey fabric with a looped back.

    £12.90 p/m
  • + More colours Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Lavender
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    Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Lavender

    Luxurious quality, 140cm wide, 100% boiled wool fabric in lavender, perfect for jackets and coats!

    £32.50 p/m
  • French Crepe - Smooth Rose

    French Crepe - Smooth Rose

    Beautiful smooth French crepe in pink with a small amount of elastane, perfect for a brightly coloured blazer and trouser suit.

    £10.00 p/m
  • French Terry - Denim Marl

    French Terry - Denim Marl

    Plain denim marl 50% Cotton, 45% Polyester 5% Elastane OEKO-TEX French Terry jersey fabric with a looped back.

    £12.90 p/m
  • Squisito - Lilac

    Squisito - Lilac

    Lovely quality viscose / lycra four way stretch jersey fabric in lilac.

    £7.50 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Deep Purple

    Landon Smooth Crepe - Deep Purple

    150cm wide superior smooth crepe fabric in deep purple. Quality polyester dress fabric ideal for creating summer dresses.

    £14.00 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Cadbury's Purple

    Triple Crepe - Cadbury's Purple

    This 150cm wide exquisite triple crepe dress fabric is crafted from high-quality polyester in a Cadbury's purple shade.

    £17.96 p/m
  • + More colours Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Wine

    Pure Luxury - Boiled Wool - Wine

    Luxurious quality, 140cm wide, 100% boiled wool fabric in wine, perfect for jackets and coats!

    £32.50 p/m
  • Liquid - Patina Green

    Liquid - Patina Green

    150cm wide, polyester satin fabric in green with a fluid drape, perfect for special occasion dresses!

    £15.76 p/m
  • Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Magenta

    Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Magenta

    Discover our 115cm wide, superior quality 115gsm plain poly/cotton fabric in magenta. Perfect for crafts & dressmaking.

    £4.50 p/m
  • Sweatshirt - Pale Blue

    Sweatshirt - Pale Blue

    Fabulous 280gsm sweatshirt fabric in pale blue, light, soft and fluffy on the inside for extra comfort.

    £14.96 p/m
  • Peacock Lawn

    Peacock Lawn

    Striking peacock print viscose lawn with a lurex†yarn detail.†Soft and breathable this fabric will make the most wonderful garments for the summer.

    £10.00 p/m
  • Gingham Chambray - Black

    Gingham Chambray - Black

    100% cotton chambray in black and white gingham check, a lightweight cotton fabric for dressmaking & quilting.

    £11.50 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Navy
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    Triple Crepe - Navy

    This beautiful triple crepe dressmaking fabric is 155cm wide & made of polyester; superb for blouses, skirts and pants with a graceful drape!

    £17.96 p/m
  • Roxy Stretch Velvet - Wine
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    Roxy Stretch Velvet - Wine

    148cm wide, plain 4-way stretch knitted velour, especially good for evening wear. Beautiful quality, wine red stretch velvet dress fabric.

    £12.50 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Deep Royal

    Triple Crepe - Deep Royal

    Our 154cm wide royal blue triple crepe dress fabric is heavy weight, drapes wonderfully, and handles like a dream.

    £17.96 p/m
  • French Voile - Black

    French Voile - Black

    147cm wide, black 100% cotton voile fabric.

    £6.00 p/m
  • French Terry - Taupe

    French Terry - Taupe

    Plain taupe with a slight marl 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane OEKO-TEX French Terry jersey fabric with a looped back.

    £12.90 p/m
  • + More colours 4oz Washed Chambray Denim - Black

    4oz Washed Chambray Denim - Black

    Our 145cm, washed denim chambray fabric in black is made from 100% cotton and weighs 4oz, perfect for soft shirts.

    £10.50 p/m
  • Portia
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    Portia

    Fabulous ITY jersey fabric in a medium weight with a huge amount of stretch in an abstract print in shades of coral, beige, brown and ivory.

    £7.00 p/m
  • + More colours Baby Seersucker - Tiny White

    Baby Seersucker - Tiny White

    We call this baby seersucker because the seersucker is so delightfully small. An absolutely glorious fabric which is the perfect material for a casual but classic summer dress.

    £15.76 p/m
  • Made in Italy+ More colours Danbury Crepe - Pastel Blue

    Danbury Crepe - Pastel Blue

    Made in Italy this high quality 86% acetate, 5% polyester and 9% silk crepe fabric with a soft pastel blue hue. Great for bridal and prom dresses.

    £15.00 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Kingfisher Teal

    Landon Smooth Crepe - Kingfisher Teal

    150cm wide superior smooth crepe fabric in kingfisher teal. 100% polyester dress fabric perfect for creating special occasion wear.

    £14.00 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Lavender

    Landon Smooth Crepe - Lavender

    150cm wide superior smooth crepe fabric in lavender. 100% polyester dress fabric perfect for creating special occasion wear.

    £14.00 p/m
  • Scrubs - Yellow

    Scrubs - Yellow

    Soft, malleable, lightweight poly/cotton twill workwear fabric in yellow. Machine washable & easy-care.

    £7.00 p/m
  • Summer Shirt

    Summer Shirt

    Lovely cotton blue and white striped shirting fabric.

    £8.00 p/m
  • Pima Cotton Lawn - Morris - Ochre

    Pima Cotton Lawn - Morris - Ochre

    140cm wide, Pima cotton lawn with an William Morris-style floral design in ochre, plum & sage.

    £14.96 p/m
  • Traditional Interfacing
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    Traditional Interfacing

    Viscose blend interlining fabric, 212gsm, 80cm wide. Perfect for adding structure to coat and jacket collars, facings with a luxurious, durable weave.

    £8.96 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Hot Pink

    Triple Crepe - Hot Pink

    153cm wide, polyester heavy triple crepe fabric in vivid hot pink. A fabulous choice for dresses.

    £17.96 p/m
  • Cloud Seersucker - White

    Cloud Seersucker - White

    130cm wide 100% cotton white seersucker fabric. Breathable & versatile. Ideal for summer garments.

    £10.00 p/m
  • + More colours 21 Wale Needlecord - Petrol

    21 Wale Needlecord - Petrol

    OEKOTex 21-wale needlecord fabric in a petrol blue hue, 100% cotton and 140cm wide, ideal for dresses.

    £12.96 p/m
  • Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Purple

    Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Purple

    Discover our 115cm wide, superior quality 115gsm plain poly/cotton fabric in purple. Perfect for crafts & dressmaking.

    £4.50 p/m
  • Monaco Crepe - Nude

    Monaco Crepe - Nude

    150cm wide, soft, crepe dressmaking fabric in nude, made from polyester and perfect for floaty trousers!

    £17.26 p/m
  • Monaco Crepe - Marine

    Monaco Crepe - Marine

    150cm wide soft, polyester crepe cloth in marine, which in its own way is just as wonderful, it doesn't crease.

    £17.26 p/m

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