GBSB Ep7 Inspiration: Stitching for the Dancefloor
From liquid satin and denim to metallic jersey, sequins and velvet, discover our fabric inspiration from Sewing Bee Music Week.
A joyful explosion of colour, this beautifully soft open-weave tweed combines pink, cream, lilac and turquoise yarns to create a wonderfully textured and characterful cloth.
Made for a prestigious French fashion house, this fabric feels surprisingly lightweight despite its lofty appearance. The loose weave gives it softness, movement and a slightly sheer quality, making it ideal for relaxed layering pieces rather than heavily structured tailoring.
While it is a little more challenging to sew than a tightly woven fabric, the results are worth the effort. Think relaxed coatigans, unstructured jackets, statement overshirts, longline cover-ups and easy layering pieces that can be thrown on over almost anything. Its lightness means it can even be tied around the waist without feeling bulky.
For best results, consider lining key areas or using seam finishes that help stabilise the open weave.
| Approx width: | 150cm | 59" | |
| Composition: | 74% Wool | 8% Nylon | 18% Cotton | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | Dry Clean Only | |
| What can I make with this: | Jackets, coats, overshirts, waistcoats, skirts, structured dresses | |
| Approx. Weight: | 315gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | 0% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): | 0% |
Delivery & Returns
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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.
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We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
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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.
Coat of Many Colours is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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