Retro Red - Stretch Cotton Poplin is a cool and crisp, finely woven, high thread count Italian poplin fabric of the most beautiful (blue-based) red. There's a very Rockabilly retro vibe to this shade of red- (think '50s cherry motifs and jewellery). With a comfy feel, this excellent cotton and elastane shirting fabric. It's elastane content gives a good stretch across, making it perfect for slim fit shirts and fitted blouses, a perennial favourite of most wardrobes.

With a soft drape and lightweight handle, it's not destined for shirt making only!. Create pretty summer dress styles with gathered and pleated skirts, prairie and Bardot style tops, blouses, simple shell tops, full shorts, playsuits, culottes and pyjamas.

Useful for layering and matching with pretty Broderie Anglaise fabric or for simply creating pretty under slips, camisoles, and nightdresses - perhaps with pin-tucks and gathers. team with classic white and navy for a super nautical summer combo - perfect for all the family from the sweetest baby rompers and dresses to dad's favourite shirt!

Weight: Light

Composition: 98% Cotton & 2% Elastane

Width: 150cm / 59inch

Pattern repeat: N/A

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