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
New dressmaking fabrics are arriving weekly, often in limited quantities. Shop the latest deadstock finds and everyday favourites - plus new sewing patterns.
Italian Challis - Chianti
Italian ex-designer viscose challis bursting with painterly florals in pink, red, green and blue.
Italian Challis - Solara
Soft Italian viscose challis with a colourful abstract floral print and beautifully fluid drape.
Adelina
Beautifully soft viscose dress fabric with a vibrant tropical floral print, fluid drape. 145cm wide.
Amazonia
Italian ex-designer viscose with hidden leopards amongst tropical green foliage on deep navy.
Lightweight fabrics perfect for summer dresses, from cotton lawn to floaty viscose
142cm wide, fine woven 100% combed cotton lawn fabric in white with a silky soft finish.
8oz Washed Denim - Mid Blue
8oz washed mid blue denim, 145cm wide in soft 100% cotton twill.
8oz Washed Denim - Dark Blue
8oz washed dark blue denim, 145cm wide in soft 100% cotton twill.
Egyptian Cotton Muslin - Soft White
Soft white Egyptian cotton muslin fabric, 150cm wide with lightweight feel.
Fresh modern dress patterns to inspire your makes
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