Lightweight Oxford Cotton - Fresco Blue Pin Point
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.
Specification:
Weight: Light
GSM: 134
Composition: 100% Cotton
Width: 160cm / 62.9inch
Pattern repeat: N/A
Introduction:
Fresco Blue - Oxford Pin Point Cotton Designer Shirting was originally created for a top British designer. This 100% Turkish Cotton with excellent strength, silken high thread count, breathability and amazingly soft feel features a flawless and fine micro basket weave. 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 handsome fabric deserves a place in all our lives for some daily indulgence.
Colour:
This classic design features gleaming natural white yarns woven alongside the most heavenly blue the colour of Italian fresco ceilings. Blue sky hues suit most skin and hair tones and always look fresh and smart.
Fresco Blue can be made up into a multitude of styles, from super smart to semi-relaxed smart casual, (think quality shirt, jeans and blazer style). This will go with anything!
Properties:
Fresco Blue is soft and very lightly textured thanks to its almost basket weave, stable and hard-wearing. It will hold crisp details such as collars, facings and cuffs- for classic shirt making. It drapes reassuringly softly and will form the prettiest (full) gathers for flounces, ruffles and tiered styles and show off a peerless lustre!
Garment Suggestions:
Fresco Blue 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.
Fresco Blue will form pretty gathered details, to create matching baby and toddler occasion wear/ 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 for The Anthea Blouse by Anna Allen patterns are 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 heavenly blue fabric to your crafting stash for patchwork and applique pieces and so much more. We think this will make beautiful pillowcases perfect for 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.
