Heavyweight 100% Cotton Brushed Flannel - Ironwick District Check
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Overview:
Ironwick District Check is a heavy-duty, double-faced cotton fabric that blends industrial heritage with modern utility. Inspired by historic mill towns and workwear traditions, this robust flannel offers the visual depth of classic tweed with the breathable comfort and practicality of pure cotton.
Specifications:
Weight: Heavy
GSM: 268
Composition: 100% Cotton
Width: 146cm / 57.5inch
Width pattern repeat: 9cm / 3.5inch
Length pattern repeat: 10.5cm / 4.1inch
Colour:
Shades: This heavy-duty, double-faced cotton flannel carries the visual depth of a classic wool tweed while offering the practicality and softness of cotton. The lead-grey base evokes weathered stone and ironwork, layered with fine darker-grey detailing for texture and shadow. Admiral blue overchecks reflect tailored city refinement, while dark olive green nods to rugged countryside roots. Subtle lines of winter berry red introduce warmth and understated confidence, echoing heritage workwear elevated for modern districts.
Design: A traditional twill-woven district check, defined by crisp intersecting lines and balanced proportions, creating a bold yet timeless graphic pattern.
Overall: Ironwick District Flannel draws inspiration from historic mill towns where industry and tradition intersect, balancing industrial elegance, tailored ruggedness, heritage utility and modern district style.
Properties:
Texture: Softly brushed on both faces, creating a dense yet breathable flannel surface with a reassuring, soft feel. Durable and comforting, with a light structure that softens beautifully with wear.
Handle: Firm, weighty and hardwearing, offering excellent stability in both width and length with natural bias ease, ideal for structured and utility-driven garments.
Drape: Structured yet pliable, with a confident, weighty drape that supports clean lines while remaining comfortable and wearable in everyday use.
Garment Suggestions:
Types: Overshirts, chore jackets, structured shirts, workwear-inspired outer layers and trousers. The brushed quality will create cosy garments with breathability due to its pure cotton composition.
Patterns: Our favourite patterns are the Kyoto Jacket, the Coat, the Cordelia Trousers, the Fran Pyjamas, and the Juno Trousers.
Other Uses:
Accessories: Ideal for scarves, hats or bags, especially useful when gifting for those with understated or neutral colour preferences.
Upcycling: Don’t throw away those scraps, use them for rag rugging, appliqué scenes or smaller crafted details that benefit from warmth and durability.
Wool Fabrics Care Guide
Dry clean recommended. Avoid washing. Air to refresh and steam gently using a pressing cloth.
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