{"product_id":"100-wool-heavy-melton-drovers-cream-perfectly-imperfect","title":"100% Heavy Wool Melton - Drovers Cream (Perfectly Imperfect)","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrovers Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e is 100% wool, a dense, heavyweight Melton in a natural fleece cream with a subtle marl. It carries scattered black flecks, so it is offered at a reduced price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love \u003cstrong\u003eDrovers Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e, you'll love its sisters: \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/100-wool-serge-natural-cream\"\u003eNatural Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/100-wool-melton-herdsman-cream\"\u003eHerdsman Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/100-wool-melton-bergere-cream\"\u003eBergere Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/100-wool-serge-aries-cream\"\u003eAries Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGSM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 748\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Wool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150cm \/ 59.1inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfectly Imperfect Notice:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is deadstock cloth, rescued from going to waste. This roll carries small black flecks scattered across the cream surface of the cloth. Because of this fault, it is offered at a reduced price. Please look at the photographs and order a sample to judge the effect before you buy. We recommend allowing extra fabric so you can place your pattern pieces around the most noticeable flecks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eColour:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall: \u003c\/strong\u003eA natural fleece cream with a subtle marl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShades: \u003c\/strong\u003eWoven from natural cream yarns, the natural colour of a sheep's fleece, with a subtle marled effect. Neutral tones are extremely versatile and convey natural and comforting simplicity, much admired for historical accuracy and by textile artists for use as a blank canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign: \u003c\/strong\u003eA solid-hued, plain Melton, woven and then milled to give its felt-like finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eProperties:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture: \u003c\/strong\u003eClosely woven and felted, with a traditional wool feel and a pronounced brushed surface. Both sides have the same felted surface, making them naturally water-repellent. Please note that the nap may be prone to pilling after frequent wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle: \u003c\/strong\u003eStable, with little fraying on the cut edges - a skilfully crafted fabric that will do as it's told.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrape: \u003c\/strong\u003eA heavy drape quality that feels like a protective hug; this fabric will keep the elements out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eGarment Suggestions:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes: \u003c\/strong\u003eClassic outerwear: start with gilets and waistcoats, then move on to jackets, coats and capes, from classic pea coats and duffle coats to field jackets, country clothing and oversized statement pieces. It is also ideal for donkey jacket styles with leather or PU yokes, teamed with leather or oilcloth. Historical costume makers and reenactors will find it ideal for period costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterns: \u003c\/strong\u003eBrowse our \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fabworks.co.uk\/collections\/sewing-patterns-for-heavy-wools-coatings\"\u003eSewing Patterns for Heavy Wools \u0026amp; Coatings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e for coats, jackets and capes, and our own \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fabworks.co.uk\/collections\/the-pattern-stash-sewing-patterns-by-fabworks\"\u003ePattern Stash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e designs: try the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fabworks.co.uk\/products\/jemima-waistcoat-the-pattern-stash\"\u003eJemima Waistcoat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e for the perfect place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eOther Uses:\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories: \u003c\/strong\u003eComplete your outfits with matching accessories: hats, caps, neck warmers, mittens and wrist-warmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurnishings: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf clothes-making isn't your forte, this cloth is excellent for upholstery and soft furnishing projects such as rustic seat pads, boxed cushions and footstools. It is ideal for blankets and throws too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpcycling: \u003c\/strong\u003eOffcuts make an ideal base for 2D needle-felted projects such as bags, cushions and wall hangings, or personalise them with appliqué and team with your Tweed offcuts for a wonderful combination. As a natural blank canvas, it is much admired by textile artists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fabworks Online","offers":[{"title":"Cut Length","offer_id":41618339299351,"sku":"115250","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matching Thread","offer_id":41618339332119,"sku":"115251","price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample","offer_id":41618339364887,"sku":"115252","price":2.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/8227\/files\/A5b39_Angled_Twist.jpg?v=1724231766","url":"https:\/\/fabworks.co.uk\/es\/products\/100-wool-heavy-melton-drovers-cream-perfectly-imperfect","provider":"Fabworks Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}