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