GBSB Ep6 Inspiration: Fabrics for Little Makes
From tutus and cuddly creatures to superhero outfits, discover our favourite fabrics and sewing ideas inspired by Kids Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
There’s something rather good about this one. A lightweight viscose and polyamide airflow fabric with that softly puckered, crêpe-like surface that gives the cloth texture without making it feel rough. The abstract zebra design combines khaki, cream and stone in broad, sweeping shapes, giving an animal print a much softer and more wearable look. At 140gsm, it feels beautifully light in the hand and has plenty of fluidity.
It’s just the thing for loose, flowing shapes where you want the fabric to move: think wide-leg trousers, tiered dresses, relaxed shirts, blouses, gathered skirts and easy summer co-ords. The slightly textured surface also means it doesn't feel like an ordinary flat viscose, while the muted colouring makes that bold zebra design surprisingly easy to wear.
| Approx width: | 145cm | 57" | |
| Composition: | 87% Viscose | 13% Polyamide | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | 30°C Wash | |
| What can I make with this: | Blouses, Tops, Shirts, Dresses, Skirts, Pants, Shorts | |
| Approx. Weight: | 140gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | 0% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): | 0% |
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Airflow Viscose - Zaraffia is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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