Wide Cotton Workwear Denim - Dark Indigo
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.
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Overview:
This sturdy, stable denim was woven with warp yarns of the darkest deep indigo and weft yarns of smoke grey. The finish is a crisp, textured denim with classic twill diagonals and subtle vertical striations. Dense and thorn proof, and raw, so the colour will run. This is the cloth for clothing that has to offer real protection and strength.
Specifications:
Weight: Heavy
GSM: 473
Composition: 100% Cotton
Width: 164cm / 64.6inch
Colour:
Shades: The darkest deep indigo warp crossed with smoke grey weft, for a dense, sombre blue.
Design: Workwear denim in a classic twill weave with subtle vertical striations.
Overall: Deep, dark indigo with a smoke grey undertow.
Properties:
Texture: Crisp and textured with classic twill diagonals and subtle vertical striations.
Handle: Dense, sturdy and thorn proof. Raw denim, so the colour will run and it should be washed separately.
Drape: Very stable with little give. Built for structure, not movement.
Garment Suggestions:
Types: Genuine workwear denim. Jeans, dungarees, chore jackets, aprons and any make that needs protection and strength.
Patterns: Shepherd - Merchant & Mills, Paynter - Merchant & Mills
Other Uses:
Accessories: Hard wearing enough for bags, totes, caps and structured accessories.
Furnishings: A practical choice for durable home accents, storage and workroom projects.
Upcycling: Strong and stable enough to rework into sturdy utility projects.
Denim & Drills/Twills
Denims, Drills and twills are practical and hard-wearing fabrics thanks to their close weave construction with lightly raised diagonal ridges. These fine twill weave, stable handle, (often with slight ease width-wise) mediumweight, reassuringly heavy drape and pleasing cotton feel, these fabrics make perfect for a plethora of hard-wearing fun and fab garments.
These fabrics boasts excellent strength, stability and a versatile handle. They will drape well (when used at length) and has a pleasing malleable hand, yet will hold crisp details such as collars and top-stitched panels: characteristic of jeans and utility styles.
