Italian Stretch Cotton Poplin - Simply Stripes Sky & White
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
Composition: 97% Cotton 3% Elastane
GSM: 95
Width: 164cm / 64.5inch
Pattern repeat: 5mm / 0.19inch
Introduction:
Simply Stripes Sky & White was originally created for a top British designer renowned for his iconic Brit style, love of colour and classic men's and women's wear. This first-rate, vertically striped, woven not printed stretch Poplin shirting has so many plus points you will certainly want to make more than shirts from it.
Colour:
Simply Stripes is a classic candy stripe cotton shirting reminiscent of traditional children's sailor suit ensembles. Happy thoughts of summer come to mind when looking at Simply Stripes with its alternating woven sky blue and fresh cloud white. Definitive of summer, classic stripes are perfect for all the family.
Properties:
Looks alone aren't the only attribute, this excellent fabric boasts a texture to reach out for! This happy stripey fabric is soft, stable, (with just enough stretch for a comfortable ease across the width) smooth, crisp and cool, and boasts a malleable soft drape quality which will form pretty gathers, neat pin-tucks and crisp collars and cuffs with the help of a little light iron-on interfacing. Shirt-weight fabrics are a sewing room staple whether you're a crafter or a seamstress.
Garment Suggestions:
Simply Stripes will make fabulous shirts and blouses, the ones you never want to take off, also imagine traditional pyjamas and nightdresses with white piped collars and monogrammed pockets. Create the sweetest traditional baby rompers and pretty dresses, and add some smocking, applique or ric-rac trim for extra cuteness. Fashion yourself stylish summer dresses; shirtdress style, fit & flare or simple tea dress styles with pretty gathered skirts.
Simple T-shirt style tops, smock style tops like the Sagebrush Top (by Friday Pattern Co) or the Peasant Top & Tie Shirt Pattern - Sew Different. Create wonderfully up-to-date colour-blocked styles with similar stripes in different hues- shirts with contrasting fronts, sleeves, collars and cuffs. Create the Applepicker Dress or the Wildergown and use different coloured tiers and bodices with all our wonderful striped shirting fabrics.
Other Uses:
This versatile fabric is an ideal addition to your crafting stash for patchwork, applique and so much more. Stripes sit perfectly with ginghams, spots and ditsy florals.
Bringing You A Range of Exquisite High Quality Ex-Designer Fabrics
Fabworks is fortunate enough to have exclusive access to this superb range of fabrics that have been sourced as deadstock surplus from a revered British Designer based in the midlands of the UK, once the season's garments have been manufactured. This renowned brand label stands as a beacon of excellence, and although we can't share their brand name with you, you may identify them through their signature colour combinations.
With fabrics originating from prestigious mills across the globe, from the finest cashmere of Scotland to the lush linens of Belgium, and fine cottons that you'd be forgiven for mistaking for silk, each fabric exudes luxury and sophistication. Embracing a commitment to sustainability, the brand prioritizes ethical sourcing practices, fostering partnerships with artisans and communities worldwide. Whether crafting bespoke garments or unique creations, the allure of these sumptuous textiles is undeniable, captivating designers and connoisseurs alike.
Elevate your creations with the unparalleled elegance and craftsmanship of these coveted fabrics, a testament to timeless style and impeccable taste.
