Woven cotton is the obvious choice when a piece should hold its shape — from a shirt to a cushion cover. Weight per square metre comes to 120 g/m², width to 140 cm. It is woven from 100 % cotton.
In Blue the fabric reads matter-of-fact and calm. For everyday clothing that is the least complicated choice. Marled, the fabric reads less severe than plain — and marks show on it less. The fabric does not stretch. That makes it precise to cut and forgiving to sew, but the pattern has to allow for movement.
What Baumwolldruck Shadow by Swafing blau meliert is suitable for
- skirts and dresses
- cushions and table linen
- accessories and decor
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Frequently asked questions
Does it suit patchwork?
Yes, woven cotton is the standard material for it. It cuts precisely, does not distort while sewing and presses flat — three qualities that matter in patchwork.
Does it suit children's clothes?
For shirts, skirts, dresses and trousers yes. For t-shirts and anything close-fitting a knit is the better choice, because it moves — a woven does not.
Do I have to pre-wash?
Yes. Cotton shrinks, by varying amounts depending on the finish. Wash the fabric the way you will wash the finished piece, press it, and only then cut.
How much fabric do I need?
That depends on the pattern, the fabric width and the print. Large motifs demand waste, since pieces have to be placed to match. On repeat prints allow half a metre more.
