Croft Mill

The Best of The Best : Timeless & Classic Wools

Sometimes we get carried away with thinking about gifts for all our loved ones that we forget to look after ourselves. So we have put together some fabulous wool pairings for you to treat yourselves to. We have also paired some wool shirting’s and suiting fabrics with some of our brand new viscose challis fabrics that we think will make some stunning outfits. Not forgetting some absolutely fabulous dress patterns.

British Wool

Made in Britain our beautiful range of wool coatings, shirting's and suiting's are available to suit all budgets. Excellent for Autumn/Winter cardigans, pants and knee-length coats with a classic collar for both men or women!

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Take a look

Perfect For 
The Sewing Workshop - Flatiron Coat & Jacket

This pattern gives you the option of a mid length jacket or full length coat. 

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Pattern Price £22

Other fabric recom­men­dations for this fabulous coat are; 

Sweater Knits | Boucle | Midweight Wool | Linen | Cotton

British & Italian Wool Suiting's

We carry wool fabrics from some of the best manufacturers in the Britain including a few from our local mills. We also have wool fabrics from Italy and fashion designer overstocks.
We have some great value British and Italian wool suiting's available priced from £11.50 per metre
There are some real stand-out cloths in stock that are just itching to be made up into something fabulous. Create stylish suits, dresses, shirts and trousers with these unique, limited edition fabrics.

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Priced from £11.50 per metre

Perfect For
Closet Core - Jasika Blazer

This is a classis tailored jacket with a semi fitted shape that will never go out of style.

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Pattern Price £19

Other fabric recom­men­dations for this fabulous jacket are; 

Wool Melton | Wool Flannel, Crepe & Tweed | Velvet

Italian Wool Suiting

Italian wool is renowned worldwide for its quality versatility and style. The history of Italian textiles dates back to ancient times when the Romans used linen and cotton to make clothing. By the 16th century, the country had become famous for its high-quality woolen cloth. Today, Italy remains a leader in textile production. When you buy Italian you really are buying quality.

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Tiny Tim Two | Tiny Tim | Evening All

Wool Suiting & Viscose Challis Pairings

If you’re anything like me, I’m always looking for unique fabric pairings. When I’m shopping for quality it doesn’t get much better than these viscose challis dress fabrics, paired with some of our more unique British wool cloths. Think jacket and dress combo’s; linings for your coats and show stopping suit variations.

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Nirvana - Moss & Almost - Black III | Respect & Special | Nirvana - Forest & Virgin Wool - Pale Green

Pure Wool Crepe

Made in Lancashire this breathable, light to midweight fabric is available in navy and black.

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£29 per metre

Great For
Closet Core - Mitchell Trousers

This is a modern take on a classic pleated trouser, elegant with special details. 

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Pattern Price £21

Other fabric recom­men­dations for these stunning trousers are;­ 

Wool Suiting | Cotton Drill, Twill & Chino | Mid Weight Denim | Linen | Wool Crepe

Well, that's it for this round-up of the best Wool fabrics we have in stock at the moment, just a small snippet of all the glorious fabrics we have available. Let us know how you get on with your makes. 

Happy Sewing! xXx 

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