Lightweight Royal Oxford Cotton - Blue Ink
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
GSM: 132
Composition: 100% Cotton
Width: 150cm / 59inch
Pattern repeat: N/A
Introduction:
Blue Ink - Royal Oxford Designer Shirting was originally created for a top British designer. This fine Turkish cotton has excellent strength, a silken, high thread count, excellent breathability an amazingly soft and lightly textured feel. It features a complex weave that resembles micro building blocks!
These impeccable shirting fabrics are often made into dress shirts for formal occasions, but why save something so pleasing for a once-in-a-while occasion? We think this delightful fabric deserves a place in all our lives for some daily indulgence.
Colour:
This pleasing complex woven fabric features silken yarns of natural white and deep inky blue, to produce a wonderful indigo mid-denim hue.
Make this stunning fabric into a multitude of styles, from seriously stylish dress shirts to semi-relaxed smart casual, (think quality shirt, jeans and blazer style). This will make an excellent alternative to blue chambray - think of this as "luxe chambray!"
Properties:
Blue Ink is soft and lightly textured thanks to its feature micro weave) and also stable and hard-wearing. It will hold crisp details such as collars, facings and cuffs for classic shirt making. But It shouldn't be consigned to only shirtmaking. Utilise the reassuringly soft drape and will form the prettiest full gathers for flounces, ruffles and tiered styles and show off a subtle lustre!
Garment Suggestions:
Blue Ink will make superb classic and retro style shirts, Sew Mark Francis' Brighton Shirt Pattern and Vanessa Mooncie's Book: The Gentleman's Wardrobe also has a similar retro style shirt pattern with cropped sleeves. The Kalle Shirt by Close Core Patterns will make up perfectly in this quality fabric an invaluable piece for easy outfits. Team with your favourite jeans
Blue Ink will form pretty gathered details, to create matching baby and toddler outfits and even christening attire; super cute rompers, dresses and matching knickers. Add embroidered yokes and collars, and add contrasting smocking or ric-rac trim for the cutest creations! super sweet for children's jumpsuits! Put this fabulous fabric to use for boho blouses or peasant-style smocked blouses add some contrasting embroidery- The Anthea Blouse- Anna Allen patterns is a perfect choice!
The Megan Nielsen Patterns' Protea Capsule Wardrobe would make perfect examples of pretty full-gathered styles for easy, stunning outfits and so versatile!
Other Uses:
Add this blissful blue fabric to your crafting stash for a luxe addition to your patchwork and applique pieces and so much more. Team this fabric with others from the Designer Shirtings Range. We think this will make beautiful pillowcases with embroidered monograms which will make special gifts.
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Quintessentially British Ex-Designer Fabric
This fabric has been sourced from a British Designer celebrated for its quintessentially British flair & sophistication.
We had to rescue these fabrics from this fashion label that seamlessly marries refined style with bespoke tailoring opportunities. Revered for its meticulous attention to detail, the brand elevates the sartorial experience by curating collections that showcase an exquisite array of opulent fabrics. From the plush embrace of merino wool to the tactile allure of silk charmeuse, each garment serves as a canvas for discerning individuals seeking unparalleled quality. With an emphasis on the artistry of textiles, the label appeals to those who appreciate the nuanced language of fashion. Its diverse palette, featuring intricately woven tweeds and delicately embroidered organza, invites connoisseurs to craft personalized, statement pieces.
