Apparel & Dressmaking
Discover our Apparel & Dressmaking fabrics, hand-picked for fashion designers, dressmakers and sewing enthusiasts creating clothing for every season. The range spans cotton, cotton lawns, cotton drill and brushed cotton through to poly cotton, polyester, linen, denim, corduroy, crepe, jersey and viscose, plus wools, tartan, ribbing and muslin/voile for tailoring, everyday wear and special projects. Whether you're making shirts, dresses, trousers or costumes, these dependable dressmaking fabrics combine quality and value for makers across the UK.
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Dressmaking fabrics for every season
Our apparel and dressmaking range brings together the fabrics sewists reach for most: cotton, cotton lawn and poplin, drill, brushed cotton, polycotton, polyester, linen, denim, corduroy, crepe, jersey, viscose, wool, tartan, ribbing, muslin and voile, plus William Morris cotton prints.
Choosing a dressmaking fabric
- Structured garments – cotton drill, denim, corduroy and wool for trousers, jackets and skirts.
- Drapey styles – viscose, crepe and voile for dresses and blouses.
- Stretch and comfort – jersey and ribbing for t-shirts, loungewear and cuffs.
- Warm weather – linen, cotton lawn and muslin stay cool and breathable.
Always check your pattern envelope for suggested fabrics and pre-wash natural fibres before cutting. Every fabric is cut to the length you order from our 500,000+ metres in stock, with fast UK delivery.