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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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  • Poplin Print - Zebra Print

    Poplin Print - Zebra Print

    112cm wide, cotton poplin print fabric with a Zebra Print in colours you'd expect (black and white).

    £7.76 p/m
  • + More colours Challis - Melody Blue

    Challis - Melody Blue

    140cm wide, high-twist viscose challis dress fabric with a small floral print in spring colours on a mid blue ground.

    £10.76 p/m
  • Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Darkest Navy

    Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Darkest Navy

    Discover our 114cm wide, superior quality 115gsm plain poly/cotton fabric in dark navy. Perfect for crafts & dressmaking.

    £4.50 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - French Navy

    Georgette Dress Fabric - French Navy

    150cm wide gorgeous, high-quality polyester georgette dress fabric in a rich navy blue hue, excellent for skirts!

    £6.00 p/m
  • Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Orange

    Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Orange

    Discover our 112cm wide, superior quality 115gsm plain poly/cotton fabric in orange. Perfect for crafts & dressmaking.

    £4.50 p/m
  • Ambleside Cotton Jersey

    Ambleside Cotton Jersey

    160cm wide cotton jersey fabric with a super soft hand. With an off white/bright ivory hue. Perfect for layering, t-shirts and under slips.

    £8.00 p/m
  • 100% Pure Silk Dupion - Duck Egg

    100% Pure Silk Dupion - Duck Egg

    100% pure silk dupion fabric in duck egg, perfect for those who appreciate the natural beauty & texture of silk.

    £28.00 p/m
  • Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Pale Blue

    Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Pale Blue

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

    £4.50 p/m
  • French Terry - Purple

    French Terry - Purple

    Plain purple 95% Cotton, 5% Elastane French Terry jersey fabric with a looped back.

    £12.90 p/m
  • + More colours Carousel - Sapphire

    Carousel - Sapphire

    150cm wide blue polyester crepe dressmaking fabric is perfect for creating comfortable garments with a pop of colour. Versatile, durable and easy to work with.

    £10.50 p/m
  • + More colours Denim By The Dozen - Sky Blue

    Denim By The Dozen - Sky Blue

    Heavy 12oz denim fabric in a sky blue hue with a washed finish, made from 100% cotton, this is great for skirts.

    £17.50 p/m
  • Liquid - Gold

    Liquid - Gold

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

    £15.76 p/m
  • Liquid - Wine

    Liquid - Wine

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

    £15.76 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Ivory

    Landon Smooth Crepe - Ivory

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

    £14.00 p/m
  • Viscose Plain - White
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    Viscose Plain - White

    140cm wide, quite soft white viscose dress fabric.

    £5.26 p/m
  • Put The Kettle On - Ditto - Ivory

    Put The Kettle On - Ditto - Ivory

    65% polyester and 35% cotton features lots of tiny ivory "ditto" dots. Suitable for blouses, dresses, nightwear and crafts.

    £3.96 p/m
  • French Terry - Mint

    French Terry - Mint

    Who doesn't love a stretch jersey fabric, this French Terry jersey material comes in a mint colour. Great for sewing dresses, joggers, sweatshirts & joggers.

    £12.90 p/m
  • Poplin Print - Lemons

    Poplin Print - Lemons

    Cotton poplin fabric with a lemon print on a navy background. Perfect dress and shirt making fabric. As seen on the Great British Sewing Bee 2022

    £7.76 p/m
  • JK - Marmaris - Coral

    JK - Marmaris - Coral

    150cm wide, incredibly soft and fine cotton twill trousering fabric from John Kaldor in coral.

    £14.50 p/m
  • Midnight Satin

    Midnight Satin

    Substantial satin backed crepe dress fabric in the perfect navy blue. Satin on the face of the fabric with a matt on the reverse. This fabric can be used both ways. It hangs beautifully and will look wonderful in evening wear.

    £11.50 p/m
  • Paisley Changeant Lining - Black

    Paisley Changeant Lining - Black

    146cm wide, polyester & viscose jacquard lining fabric with a captivating paisley design in black.†

    £7.26 p/m
  • Put The Kettle On - Ditto - Pale Pink

    Put The Kettle On - Ditto - Pale Pink

    Spotted print fabric with a pale pink hue. Poly cotton cloth suitable for blouses, dresses and crafts. A beautiful fabric for girls dresses.

    £3.96 p/m
  • Poplin Print - Happy Feet - Turquoise

    Poplin Print - Happy Feet - Turquoise

    112cm wide, turquoise cotton poplin print fabric with a penguin print.

    £7.76 p/m
  • Sewing Room - Rose

    Sewing Room - Rose

    113cm wide, high quality cotton poplin fabric featuring a pink and purple floral print on a navy background

    £8.46 p/m
  • Finest Chambray Grey

    Finest Chambray Grey

    100% cotton chambray in pale grey. This soft, lightweight cotton fabric is for dressmaking & quilting.

    £11.76 p/m
  • + More colours 3 Hole - Broderie Anglaise - White

    3 Hole - Broderie Anglaise - White

    This is an amazing quality, 3 hole Broderie Anglaise dress fabric in a soft white, with a floral detailing. Perfect for summer time!

    £6.76 p/m
  • Pima Cotton Lawn - Summer Is Here

    Pima Cotton Lawn - Summer Is Here

    This 138cm wide quality pima cotton lawn fabric drapes beautifully. Showcasing a yellow, purple, blue and red floral print on a soft white ground.

    £14.96 p/m
  • JK - Scuba Crepe - Navy
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    JK - Scuba Crepe - Navy

    This is a lovely polyester Scuba crepe fabric in Navy from John Kaldor, which has a slightly textured surface and is of beautiful quality with great draping!

    £14.00 p/m
  • Jammu

    Jammu

    155cm wide lightweight suiting in a stunning grey/sand colour. Drool Oh!! Simply divine 95% wool 5% cashmere

    £32.00 p/m
  • Paisley Changeant Lining - Mustard

    Paisley Changeant Lining - Mustard

    146cm wide, polyester & viscose jacquard lining fabric with a captivating paisley design in mustard.†

    £7.26 p/m
  • Challis - Black

    Challis - Black

    145cm wide, high twist printed viscose challis with a cream and aqua floral pattern on black.

    £9.96 p/m
  • Ivory Sands

    Ivory Sands

    This ivory recycled polyester and spandex blend crepe dress fabric is perfect for blouses, dresses and bridal wear!

    £17.50 p/m
  • Stretch Lawn - White

    Stretch Lawn - White

    140cm wide, fine stretch lawn fabric in white, made from cotton, nylon and elastane, ideal for shirting!

    £8.50 p/m
  • + More colours Cross Hatch - Coral

    Cross Hatch - Coral

    Easy care and virtually non-iron linen look dress fabric in coral, excellent for dressmaking.

    £7.00 p/m
  • Monaco Crepe - Royal Blue
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    Monaco Crepe - Royal Blue

    Our polyester crepe dress fabric in a rich royal blue hue is ideal for fashioning skirts, dresses and pants!

    £17.26 p/m
  • Paisley Changeant Lining - Cerise/Teal

    Paisley Changeant Lining - Cerise/Teal

    146cm wide, poly/viscose jacquard lining fabric with a captivating paisley design in cerise/teal.†

    £7.26 p/m
  • + More colours Cross Hatch - Black
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    Cross Hatch - Black

    A 150cm wide polyester/cloth/linen look dress fabric in black.

    £7.00 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Cherry
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    Landon Smooth Crepe - Cherry

    Superior smooth crepe fabric in cherry red. 150cm wide polyester dress fabric perfect for creating special occasion wear.

    £14.00 p/m
  • Roxy Stretch Velvet - Purple
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    Roxy Stretch Velvet - Purple

    Deep purple, plain 4-way stretch knitted velour, perfect for special occasion outfits. 154cm wide, quality stretch velvet dress fabric.

    £12.50 p/m
  • + More colours Chiffon - Midnight

    Chiffon - Midnight

    Beautiful midnight navy chiffon dress fabric with a subtle crepe finish.

    £6.00 p/m
  • Finest Chambray Teal

    Finest Chambray Teal

    Lightweight 100% cotton chambray in teal, the perfect choice for shirts and dresses.

    £11.76 p/m
  • Pima Cotton Lawn - Midnight Fall - Pale Grey

    Pima Cotton Lawn - Midnight Fall - Pale Grey

    140cm wide, 100% Pima cotton lawn fabric in pale grey with white falling ginkgo leaves.

    £14.96 p/m
  • Sweatshirt - Dark Grey Marl

    Sweatshirt - Dark Grey Marl

    280gsm sweatshirt fabric in dark grey marl, light, soft and fluffy on the inside for extra comfort.

    £14.96 p/m
  • + More colours BA - Embroidered Lawn - Addison

    BA - Embroidered Lawn - Addison

    Stunning 146cm wide, white cotton lawn broderie anglaise fabric embroidered with a floral design.

    £10.00 p/m
  • Made in Britain Waxed Cotton - Ranger Drill - Olive
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    Waxed Cotton - Ranger Drill - Olive

    155cm wide, green cotton drill fabric with a dry wax finish, weather-resistant & machine washable.

    £18.00 p/m

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