Top of the Moor Plaid - Yorkshire Tweed
Price is per HALF metre. 1 unit = 0.5metres. For 1.5metres, add 3 units.
All cut length orders are sent as one continuous length.
Introduction:
Top of the Moor Plaid - Yorkshire Tweed is a gorgeous premium quality all tweed herringbone fabric, a superb 100% wool twill. Manufactured in Huddersfield undergoing the same processes as our exclusive Heart of Huddersfield range. This fabric is not one of Fabworks' own exclusive designs.
Woven from a combination of subtle melange yarns that have been spun in Huddersfield. This subtle melange of yarns has produced a comforting natural palette that epitomises the hues of wild moorland during cool, misty, autumnal days. The grey limestone dry-stone walls are characteristic of the Yorkshire landscape - tumbling throughout the rich peaty ground populated by dusty faded heather.
Colour:
Rich peat, misty grey, dusty heather and limestone-coloured yarns are woven into intersecting stripes to create Top of the Moor Plaid subtle marled effect. Overstripes of rich peat and a light rust accentuate this delightful 100% wool, creating points of interest and the opportunity to use as accents to coordinate with plain fabrics.
Properties:
A closely woven woollen that has a versatile medium weight and the feel of a traditional, lightly brushed and slightly felted wool tweed. Boasting a stable handle that also drapes reassuringly, it's the perfect fabric for a plethora of sewing room projects. This skillfully crafted fabric will do as it’s told, wool of this kind is easy to sew and will stand the test of time.
Garment Suggestions:
Use this stunning plaid to form the basis of your own country collection. We suggest using it alongside the Marled Meltons to break up the plaid, particularly the three grey tones. Fashion forecasts predict statement coats and outerwear will be hugely popular this A/W as well as country interiors that are always classic. Create a statement by fashioning your own bespoke designs using this special Yorkshire Tweed.
Dressmakers, Costumiers, Interior designers and craftspeople, will all find a plethora of uses for Top of the Moor Plaid.
Dressmakers; start with simple, yet stylish skirts, bias cut A-line skirts will have a super stylish and classic appeal. Waistcoats and gilets with quilted linings are perfect partners for key pieces within your existing wardrobe, choose a complimentary lining and you will have garments that will be perennial favourites.
Pinafore dresses are super comfy and make classic key pieces, you can use the design within the plaid to your own advantage; draw attention to, or away from areas of your body. Using bias cutting methods and combining smaller designed fabrics from the whole collection will produce bespoke garments with designer flair. When your sewing skills are more established making a classic jacket, coat or cape is a truly satisfying project. This hard-wearing country tweed is ideal for sports jackets and country-style clothing and of course all the accessories, caps, hats, and bags too. Top of the Moor Plaid will take you through Autumn/Winter and into Spring. Perfect for fashioning classic outerwear and hard-wearing separates, this fabric will keep you warm and dry without being too heavy or bulky.
Other Suggestions:
Interior Designers; use this country-style, classic wool plaid to create a range of nature-inspired soft furnishings, appliqued cushions, throws, blinds and curtains. Team up with other tweed fabrics.
Craftspeople; Put this first-rate fabric to use for applique on cushions, bag making, door stops draught excluders, hats, caps, neck warmers etc.
Pattern Suggestions:
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Coats |
The Coat, Pea Coat, Collared Cape, September Coat, Bernard Coat |
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Jackets |
Biker Cardi Jacket, Swing Jacket, Cocoon Jacket, The Blazer, Aurora Jacket, Caribou Cape Thayer Jacket, Foreman Jacket |
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Dresses & Skirts |
Triple Tuck, Folia Frock, Artista Dress, Amelia Skirt, Ivy Skirt, Wrap Skirts, Folkwear Kilts |
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Assorted Separates |
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Bags |
Specifications:
Weight: Light / Medium
Composition: 100% Wool
GSM: 286
Width: 155cm / 61inch
Pattern Repeat: 30cm / 11.8inch
Furnishing Rub Count: 20,000
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Benefits of sewing with Wool! 🐑
We love wonderful wool! Why? Because it looks beautiful, well yes but did you know wool has a series of superpowers that make it the most incredible natural fibre, suitable for more garment suggestions and sewing inspiration than possibly any other?
Wool has a unique naturally crimped 3D structure which attributes to some brilliant properties & makes it a great fabric to wear throughout all the seasons.
Naturally Breathable: This amazing 3D crimped structure promotes air circulation allowing air to pass through the fabric, allowing for circulation and ventilation for your skin to breathe, keeping you cool.
Shower Resistant: Sheep naturally produce a waxy substance called lanolin. As sheep live outdoors, this naturally occurring wax helps to protect sheep from the elements, naturally shedding water & keeping them dry. This same property is retained within the wool fibres when spun into yarn.
Moisture Absorbing: The moisture-retentive superpowers of wool! It’s hydrophilic core gives wool the ability to wick away moisture keeping you dry and comfortable – this possibly one of our favourite properties because you can stay fresh when wearing wool, from autumn right through to spring!
