Cotton Lawns

The finest of the cottons

Lawn is woven from fine, high-count yarn, which makes it noticeably lighter and smoother than poplin or craft cotton while staying opaque enough for clothing. It has a slight sheen and a soft, fluid drape that gathers well rather than standing away from the body.

It is the classic choice for blouses, summer dresses, nightwear, linings and children's clothes, and it takes fine detailed prints without them blurring. Use a smaller needle and a shorter stitch than you would on heavier cotton, and press with a cloth — the fine surface can shine under a hot iron.