Versatile Lightweight Calico Fabric for Dressmaking & Crafts
Discover the perfect foundation fabric for your creative projects with our lightweight calico cotton fabric. Made from plain woven, unbleached and unshrunk cotton, this material is a staple choice for sewists, designers, and crafters alike.
Whether you're dressmaking, creating mock-ups or toiles, or indulging in arts and crafts, this fabric provides a natural, untreated finish that is easy to work with and perfect for customisation.
Its 150cm width comes double folded for convenience, and with a 123 GSM weight, it offers just the right balance of lightness and structure – making it ideal for both beginner and professional use.
Key Features & Details:
- Fabric Type: Plain woven calico cotton fabric
- Composition: 100% unbleached, unshrunk cotton
- Width: 150cm (59”) – double folded
- Weight: 123 GSM – lightweight and breathable
- Colour: Natural ecru (unbleached)
- Eco-friendly: Biodegradable and made from natural cotton
Uses:
- Calico fabric for dressmaking – perfect for toiles and prototypes
- Calico fabric for crafts – ideal for painting, printing, and embroidery
- Furnishing mock-ups, linings, and sustainable packaging
Washing Instructions:
- Expect up to 10% shrinkage on the first wash
- Additional 3% shrinkage in subsequent washes
- Machine wash at 30°C
- Cool tumble dry
- Always test a small sample before full washing
Why Choose Our Plain Cotton Calico?
This plain cotton calico is a must-have in any sewing room or crafting space. Its raw, untreated texture allows for easy dyeing, painting, and sewing – ideal for experimenting with patterns or practising before using expensive fabrics.
Whether you're working on a bespoke garment, an upholstery project, or a DIY home décor idea, our calico fabric for crafts and dressmaking delivers reliable quality at a competitive price.
Perfect for:
- Fashion students and tailors testing patterns
- Quilters and fabric painters
- DIY hobbyists and crafters
- Upholstery projects and backing
- Eco-conscious creators seeking natural fabric options
