Introduction:

Fun in the Sun Gingham - Cotton Poplin is a fresh, classic woven, cotton poplin, shirt weight fabric these Italian cotton fabrics are superb quality perfect for infinite uses. Add this cooling classic to your stash for jaunty instant feel-good vibes!

Colour:

Fun in the Sun is delightful gingham cotton shirting fabric boasts a fabulously British patriotic red, white and blue palette with accents of turquoise like iced blue raspberry sorbet and sweet lollipops evokes memories of fun in the sun, picnics in the park, ball games and sand castles on the beach and those typically British pursuits. 

Properties:

Fun in the Sun is woven in a close, flat weave and boasts a stable handle width and lengthwise, plus a soft yet crisp, cool drape quality. This will enable full gathers tucks and pleats perfect for a host of dressmaking projects.  

Garment Suggestions:

Shirts with retro styling details like the turndown, open collars of Hawaiian or bowling shirts. Classic western shirts with patch pockets and deep piped detail yokes, country classic shirts ideal for pairing with your favourite jeans or dressing up with a smart pair of chinos.

Create retro shirt dresses with pretty pleated or gathered skirts ideal for summer barbecues or picnics in the countryside. Create matching mum and baby outfits by making babies and toddlers romper suits or pretty dresses with smocked or embellished yokes, add some pretty ric-rac for instant effect. 

Bardot tops, bell-sleeved tops, or simple cropped boxy T-shirt style tops for modern styles. Full-legged play suits and culotte style shorts are both excellent styles which will add a pop of colour and fun to your summer wardrobe.

This freshly coloured gingham will take you throughout spring/summer with style.

Use this freshly hued gingham alongside our wonderful Ramie Fabric Collection to create the fabulous Layer Up Collection from Sew Different Patterns.

Specifications:

Weight: Light

Composition: 100% Cotton

Width: 156cm / 61.4inch

Pattern repeat: 2cm / 0.7inch

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