GBSB Ep8 Inspiration: Stitched from the Page
From Sherlock Holmes tweeds and reworked school uniforms to romantic Jane Austen dresses, explore the fabrics that inspired Literary Icons Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
A rather joyful Italian 100% wool knit, striped in soft powder pink and a beautifully muted turquoise blue. It's an unusual pairing that works remarkably well: colourful without being loud, with the slightly softened shades giving it a much more sophisticated feel than your average bright stripe. The knitted construction is clearly visible across the surface, giving the cloth plenty of character, while the pure wool provides warmth, softness and natural give.
At approximately 371gsm, there's enough substance here for a fabulous cardigan, oversized jumper, jumper dress, coatigan or relaxed jacket, yet it remains supple enough to drape comfortably around the body. The stripes also invite a bit of creative cutting – turn them vertically on a pocket, cuff or collar, or change direction across different panels. It's warm, cheerful and just a little unexpected; exactly the sort of wool knit that could make winter dressing considerably less grey.
| Approx width: | 160cm | 63" | |
| Composition: | 100% Wool | |
| Construction: | Knitted | |
| Washing instructions: | Cold wash | |
| What can I make with this: | Cardigans, Jumpers, Jumper Dresses, Coatigans, Jackets, Layering Pieces | |
| Approx. Weight: | 371gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | 20% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): | 20% |
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