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Stitched & Embroidered Fabric

Our stitched and embroidered collection is full of decorative cottons, led by broderie anglaise and embroidered cotton, lawn and double gauze. These breathable fabrics bring texture and detail to summer dresses, blouses, children's clothes and special pieces.

From cutwork eyelets to delicate floral embroidery, there's plenty here to add interest without heavy embellishment. Order a sample to see the embroidery and base cloth up close.
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  • BA - Jada
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    BA - Jada

    140cm wide, cotton voile broderie anglaise fabric in ivory, with a series of embroidered dots.

    £20.00 per metre
  • + More colours Cotton Lawn - Apple & Rhubarb Pink Green Ivory Checked Dress Fabric Cotton Lawn Apple And Rhubarb
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    Cotton Lawn - Apple & Rhubarb

    152cm wide French cotton lawn. Pink, green & ivory check fabric. Woven yarn with fine embroidery.

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    £12.50 per metre
  • BA - Libby
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    BA - Libby

    Ivory floral broderie anglaise, 140cm wide. 100% cotton woven yarn. Delicate, airy fabric.

    £20.00 per metre
  • Dream Catcher Cotton Nylon Cream Lace Dress Fabric Dream Catcher Cu2
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    Dream Catcher

    125cm ivory floral embroidered cotton blend fabric, woven dressmaking and home décor fabric.

    £16.00 per metre
  • + More colours BA - Daphne - Royal
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    BA - Daphne - Royal

    145cm royal blue broderie anglaise cotton fabric with floral embroidered eyelet detail.

    £13.50 per metre
  • Felicity - White Felicity White Floral Embroidered Dress Fabric
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    Felicity - White

    150cm wide, 100% cotton poplin fabric in white, with a beautiful embroidered floral design.

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    £17.50 per metre
  • BA - Pippa
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    BA - Pippa

    Stunning cotton floral broderie anglaise fabric in white. Great for breathable summer garments.

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    £20.00 per metre
  • BA - Marlowe - Ecru
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    BA - Marlowe - Ecru

    144cm wide, 100% cotton floral broderie anglaise fabric in ecru. Perfect for dresses & blouses!

    £20.00 per metre
  • BA - Double Gauze - Sunflower - Terracotta
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    BA - Double Gauze - Sunflower - Terracotta

    Terracotta double gauze fabric, 140cm wide, with broderie anglaise sunflower motifs.

    £15.00 per metre
  • + More colours Summer Heirloom - Orange Embroidered Patchwork Fabric Summer Heirloom Orange Pattern
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    Summer Heirloom - Orange

    Orange patchwork-style cotton fabric with embroidered lace-effect panels, 145cm wide.

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    £16.00 per metre
  • + More colours BA - Daphne - Green
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    BA - Daphne - Green

    Lime green broderie anglaise fabric with floral embroidery, 145cm wide and breathable.

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    £13.50 per metre
  • BA - Double Gauze - Coral BA - Double Gauze - Coral
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    BA - Double Gauze - Coral

    135cm wide, 100% cotton broderie anglaise double gauze fabric in a warm coral shade.

    £15.00 per metre
  • + More colours BA - Embroidered Lawn - Addison Ba Addison Cotton Embroidered Broderie Anglaise Floral White Dress Fabric
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    BA - Embroidered Lawn - Addison

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

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    £10.00 per metre
  • BA - Snow White
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    BA - Snow White

    150cm wide white broderie anglaise fabric with pretty embroidered floral pattern. Lovey for dresses, shirts and craft

    £8.96 per metre

Embroidered fabrics carry a stitched design worked into the cloth, giving decorative texture without relying on print. Most of this collection is built on lightweight cotton bases, which keeps the fabrics breathable and easy to wear, a natural fit for warm-weather and occasion sewing.

Embroidered fabric and broderie anglaise

Broderie anglaise is a classic embroidered cotton with cutwork eyelets and embroidered edges, light, crisp and traditionally summery. Other embroidered cottons, lawns and double gauzes carry surface embroidery, often florals, on a soft base cloth. Broderie has those characteristic open eyelets; general embroidered fabric has the stitched motif but not necessarily the cutwork. Both are in this collection, so check the product photo for the exact effect.

Choosing the right base

  • Broderie anglaise: crisp and light, ideal for blouses, dresses and children's wear.
  • Embroidered lawn: fine and soft with lovely drape for summer dresses and tops.
  • Embroidered double gauze: relaxed and airy, suited to easy dresses and loungewear.
  • Embroidered chambray: a soft denim-look base for a little more structure.

Sewing with embroidered fabric

The cutwork and embroidery can make these fabrics slightly sheer, so lining dresses and skirts is common, while tops may only need a light layer underneath. Position the embroidery and any scalloped edges thoughtfully so they fall well on hems and necklines. As cottons can shrink, pre-wash before cutting, sew with a universal or fine needle, handle the embroidered areas gently to avoid snagging, and press from the reverse, unless the care label states otherwise.

What is broderie anglaise?

Broderie anglaise is a lightweight embroidered cotton recognised by its cutwork eyelets and embroidered edges, usually in floral or trailing patterns. It's crisp, breathable and a long-standing favourite for summer dresses, blouses and children's wear. It's one of the most popular fabrics in this collection.

Is embroidered fabric see-through, and does it need lining?

Cutwork and openwork can make these fabrics slightly sheer, so dresses and skirts are often lined for coverage and a better finish, while tops and blouses may only need a light layer underneath. It depends on the fabric and design, so hold a sample to the light if you're unsure.

Is the fabric 100% cotton?

Most of this collection is built on cotton bases such as lawn, double gauze and chambray, which keeps it light and breathable. A few pieces are blends. Always check the fibre content on the individual product page to confirm exactly what a particular fabric is.

Can I use the scalloped or eyelet edge as a hem?

Yes. Many broderie anglaise fabrics have a finished scalloped or eyelet edge that makes a ready-made decorative hem, sleeve or neckline. Plan your pattern placement so the edge falls where you want it before cutting, which also saves finishing work later.

How do I sew and press embroidered fabric?

Use a universal or fine needle and sew gently around the embroidered areas to avoid snagging the threads. Pre-wash cotton bases before cutting, as they can shrink, and press from the reverse with a warm iron, ideally over a soft towel, so the embroidery keeps its texture, unless the care label advises otherwise.

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