GBSB Ep6 Inspiration: Fabrics for Little Makes
Tutus, cuddly creatures and superheroes inspired our favourite fabrics and sewing ideas from Kids Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
This 137cm wide viscose linen stripe is one of those fabrics that immediately puts you in a summer frame of mind. Woven with yarn-dyed stripes in soft candyfloss pinks, raspberry, mustard, plum and warm ivory, it has far more character than a printed stripe. The linen gives it a lightly textured, natural look, while the viscose softens everything beautifully, creating an easy drape that feels relaxed rather than crisp.
At 160gsm it's a brilliant all-round dressmaking fabric for warmer weather. It would make gorgeous co-ords, relaxed shirts, wide-leg trousers, shorts, skirts and simple dresses where the stripe can really shine. The palette feels cheerful without being loud, giving it a slightly vintage holiday feel that's easy to wear year after year.
| Approx width: | 137cm | 54" | |
| Composition: | 30% Linen | 70% Viscose | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | 30°C Wash | |
| What can I make with this: | Dresses, Shirts, Blouses, Wide-Leg Trousers, Shorts, Skirts, Co-ords | |
| Approx. Weight: | 160gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | 10% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): | 0% |
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Helter Skelter - Candyfloss is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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