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.
This black twill suiting has that rare balance of looking sharp without feeling stiff. Woven with polyester, viscose and a touch of elastane, it has a smooth finish, soft handle and enough weight to give garments proper shape whilst still moving comfortably when worn. There’s a gentle bounce to it rather than a rigid tailored feel, making it a brilliant everyday suiting option that doesn’t feel overly formal or restrictive.
It’s the sort of fabric that works just as well with trainers and a knit during the day as it does dressed up with heels in the evening. The twill weave gives it a smart, understated finish with minimal creasing, making it especially good for pleated trousers, blazers, bomber jackets, pencil skirts and A-line styles that need body without heaviness. A very wearable ex-designer cloth that feels polished but easy-going at the same time.
| Approx width: | 142cm | 55" | |
| Composition: | 63% Polyester | 34% Viscose | 3% Elastane | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | 30°C Wash, Cool Iron | |
| What can I make with this: | Trousers, Pleated Trousers, Blazers, Bomber Jackets, Pencil Skirts, A-line Kkirts, Dresses | |
| Approx. Weight: | 215gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | <5% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): | 0% |
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