Yorkshire Tweed Plaid - Dusk on the Moor
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.
Order a sample of this fabric first to make sure it's exactly what you expect.
Specifications:
Weight: Light / Medium
Composition: 100% Wool
GSM: 245
Width: 152.4cm / 60inch
Pattern repeat: 22cm / 8.6inch
Introduction:
Dusk on the Moor is a gorgeous premium quality all-wool tweed herringbone fabric. 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 delightful blend of multi-tonal, nature-inspired yarns, this fabric is full of grounding, natural tones. Inspired by moorland walks where dusky shadows are created by the old stone walls and ancient fences.
Colour:
Dusk on the Moor is intersected bands of charcoal black define the medium-scale check and are infilled with multi-toned earthy green-browns and the lichen-tinged blue-green of loden. The combined hues produce a relaxed and pleasing natural palette with true country style.
Properties:
Dusk on the Moor is a closely woven all-wool fabric with a versatile medium weight and a "traditional wool feel" that boasts a stable handle that drapes reassuringly with the promise of cosy warmth. It’s the perfect fabric for a plethora of sewing room projects - it will always do as it’s told. Wool of this kind is easy to sew and will stand the test of time.
All lovers of textiles will find a plethora of uses for this first-rate Yorkshire Tweed, taking you through Autumn/Winter and perfectly into Spring.
Garment Suggestions:
Dressmakers; Dusk on the Moor is perfect for fashioning classic outerwear and hard-wearing separates. Start with simple and stylish pencil skirts, Bias cut A-line skirts and cleverly cut waistcoats like our The Pattern Stash - Jemima Waistcoat, choose a complimentary quality lining and you’ll have garments that will soon become perennial favourites. Shift dresses and pinafore dresses are super comfy and make classic key pieces. When your sewing skills are more established, try classic jackets, coats and capes. Add multi-toned, horn-type buttons to your makes, picking out the earthy tones for classic styling.
Other Uses:
Freshen up your home and use this hard-wearing wool plaid to create a range of coordinating soft furnishings such as cushions, throws, blinds and curtains for a truly harmonious styling in the home.
Don't forget to use all your scraps for; appliquéd cushions, bag making, door stops, draught excluders, hats, caps, neck warmers, mittens & wrist-warmers, throws & blankets and much more. Whatever this fabric inspires you to do!
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 |
This is a Deadstock Fabric
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This means that once it's sold out it cannot be repeated!
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