GBSB Ep5 Inspiration: Working Out Athleisure
From activewear and French terry to technical fabrics and appliqué, we're taking inspiration from Sports Week on The Great British Sewing Bee
A loosely woven viscose and linen blend with wide, irregular sand and neutral stripes running across the cloth. The mix of fibres gives it a gently slubbed surface with visible texture, keeping things relaxed and natural rather than overly crisp. The colour palette sits comfortably in soft sandy browns, off-whites and muted greys, making it easy to work into a wearable wardrobe.
At 183gsm this fabric has a light to medium weight with plenty of movement, but still enough substance to hold its shape without feeling flimsy. The open weave allows for good breathability, making it a strong choice for warm-weather sewing. It’s well suited to relaxed dresses, loose trousers, shirts, tunics and easy layers where drape and comfort matter just as much as structure.
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Approx Width: |
145cm | 57" |
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Composition: |
88% viscose, 12% linen |
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Construction: |
Loosely Woven |
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Washing instructions: |
30°C wash, cool iron |
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What can I make with this: |
Dresses, trousers, shirts, tunics, relaxed separates |
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Approx. Weight: |
183gsm |
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Weft Stretch (Horizontal): |
0% |
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Warp Stretch (Vertical): |
0% |
Please read - important tips on washing fabric, shrinkage and colour representation.
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.
Linen Mix - Sand Stripe is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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