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Waterproof & Water Resistant Apparel Fabrics
Waterproof and water resistant fabrics suitable for sewing outdoor clothing and practical garments.
This collection includes a range of technical and traditional fabrics designed for jackets, coats, trousers and outdoor wear. You’ll find waxed cottons, breathable water resistant fabrics, performance outerwear fabrics and practical cotton canvases that help protect against the elements while remaining comfortable to wear.
Many of these fabrics balance weather protection with breathability, making them ideal for garments that need to cope with everyday rain, wind and changing conditions.
Whether you're sewing a lightweight rain jacket, a waxed coat, practical outdoor trousers or durable workwear, these fabrics offer the strength, performance and character needed for reliable outdoor clothing.
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Pertex - Blue
Pertex water resistant, windproof, breathable performance fabric in vibrant Blue
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Waterproof and windproof fabric from Loro Piana in khaki green. This fabric is soft, durable and of the highest quality. Perfect for the outdoors!
Regular price £14.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableThis sky blue waterproof and windproof cotton fabric from Loro Piana is wonderfully soft, durable and high quality. Perfect for jackets and trousers!
Regular price £14.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm wide navy blue waterproof and windproof fabric from Italian Loro Piana designer is soft, durable and of the highest quality.
Regular price £14.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Microlight - Beige
Beige 2oz lightweight, outdoor performance jacketing fabric, made of nylon, very water resistant, windproof and breathable.
Regular price £8.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Waxed Cotton - Ranger Drill - Olive
Olive waxed cotton drill with ultra-dry finish, durable 295gsm weight and approx. 155cm width.
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Soft Shell - Olive Mustard
150cm wide, khaki green soft shell fabric with a mustard yellow fleece reverse, ideal for weather-resistant coats.
Regular price £12.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable -
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Shop Now 155cm wide water-repellent pale beige cotton fabric woven in Turkey. Suiting weight cloth, ideal for stylish, jackets and trench coats.
Regular price £13.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableManufactured in Italy, this virgin wool blend fabric has a yellow, water-resistant finish, ideal for coats!
Regular price £16.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableThis lightweight and breathable, ex-designer fabric in brown, made from nylon, is ideal for rain macs!
Regular price £8.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableBright apple green waxed cotton with a light wax finish and a smooth handle. 154cm wide.
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable137cm wide, superfine virgin wool blend fabric in black has a water-resistant finish, perfect for shirting and outerwear. Manufactured in Italy.
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Britain
Lanx Wax - Gold
148cm wide waterproof waxed cotton fabric in yellow gold. Good weight for summer jackets, bags, aprons, and hats.
Regular price £10.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - Made in Britain
Waxed Cotton - Chera 8oz - Camo
Waxed Cotton - Chera 8oz - Camo
Camouflage waxed cotton fabric, approx. 148cm wide, finished in the UK by British Millerain.
Regular price £16.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 150cm wide, nylon and cotton lightweight fabric in navy blue. This is a superb fabric for keeping the wind out. Good for a casual jacket or pair of trousers.
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Twill - Chatburn 8oz - Taupe
152cm wide, light taupe 100% cotton twill fabric with a water-repellent finish & soft handle.
Regular price £14.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableMade from a mix of duck-down, PA, silk, polyester and PU, this black quilted fabric is great for coats and bags!
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm wide lightweight trouser and jacket fabric in black. Made from nylon and cotton and woven in Italy. With a water repellent finish.
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWaxed Cotton - Tekwax Evolution 6oz - Rich Tan
148cm wide rich tan waxed cotton fabric with Tekwax Evolution finish, washable 6oz cloth.
Regular price £15.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWaxed Cotton - Tekwax Evolution 6oz - Dark Green
Dark green waxed cotton fabric with Tekwax Evolution washable finish. 148cm wide.
Regular price £15.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWaxed Cotton - Ranger Drill - Slate
Slate grey waxed cotton drill with an ultra-dry finish and durable 295gsm weight, approx. 155cm wide.
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Cotton - Aviator - Olive
156cm wide, tightly woven cotton fabric in olive with a water-resistant finish. Durable and versatile.
Regular price £12.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableLightweight Polyester water resistant fabric in pink, which has a soft finish, dull on the reverse - the chintz finish has a dull sheen and is the face.
Regular price £6.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableMade from nylon, this lightweight and breathable, ex-designer fabric in grey is ideal for ponchos and rain macs!
Regular price £8.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm water-resistant polyester fabric. Tightly woven, soft white hue, brilliant water resistance, and peachskin finish reverse.
Regular price £10.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Britain
Waxed Cotton - Rainford 4oz Twill - Dark Grey
Waxed Cotton - Rainford 4oz Twill - Dark Grey
Lightweight dark grey waxed cotton twill, approx. 138cm wide and 4oz weight, finished in the UK.
Regular price £12.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Woven in Italy by Loro Piana, this wool-suiting fabric has a plain bottle green face and water-resistant membrane backing.
Regular price £22.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableBonded Wool Cotton - Black/Grey
50% cotton and 50% wool bonded water-resistant fabric, with a black/grey face and solid black reverse.
Regular price £20.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWoven in Italy by Loro Piana, this wool-suiting fabric has a navy/green check face and water-resistant membrane backing.
Regular price £22.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Cotton Cambric 8oz - Mahogany
148cm wide brown cotton with a natural feel, water-resistant finish. Durable & machine washable.
Regular price £15.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Cotton Cambric 8oz - Tan
148cm wide tan cotton with a natural feel, water-resistant finish. Durable & machine washable.
Regular price £15.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Cotton Cambric 8oz - Navy
148cm wide navy cotton with a natural feel, water-resistant finish. Durable & machine washable.
Regular price £15.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Britain
Water Resistant Drill - Brown
152cm wide, dark brown cotton drill fabric with a water-resistant finish. Luxuriously soft & durable.
Regular price £14.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Made from polyester, this navy soft shell fabric features a mustard fleece reverse, perfect for coats and jackets.
Regular price £12.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm wide beautiful tartan/check pattern fabric. 100% polyester cloth with a smooth water repellent finish. Very finely woven in navy, green, yellow and black.
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm wide, vivid yellow/gold finely woven water-resistant fabric made from coated nylon, ideal for outdoor wear!
Regular price £6.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Britain
Dry Finish Tin Cloth - Black
152cm wide black dry finish tin cloth fabric, 100% cotton, 11oz weight. Durable and water-resistant.
Regular price £18.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Waxed Cotton - Tekwax Evolution 6oz - Yellow
148cm wide yellow waxed cotton fabric with Tekwax Evolution washable finish and classic 6oz weight.
Regular price £15.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable150cm wide, fine lightweight water-repellent nylon fabric in cobalt blue with a small-scale square pattern.
Regular price £12.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableBonded in the UK, this dark charcoal/black water-resistant coating fabric has a British wool face and quality cotton reverse.
Regular price £20.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWaxed Cotton - Chera 6oz - Blue
148cm wide blue waxed cotton fabric with a 6oz weight and classic weather-resistant finish.
Regular price £12.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable140cm wide water-repellent dark navy cotton fabric woven in Italy. Lightweight cloth, ideal for stylish, shirts and dresses.
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWater Resistant Cotton Cambric 6oz - Grey
148cm wide, grey cotton with a natural feel, water-resistant finish. Durable & machine washable.
Regular price £13.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableA lightweight trouser and jacket fabric. Made from nylon and cotton, this is a superb fabric for keeping the wind out.
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableWaxed Cotton - Chera 4oz - Dark Green
148cm wide dark green waxed cotton fabric in a lighter 4oz weight with classic weather resistance.
Regular price £12.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable
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