A Complete Guide to Dressmaking Fabrics, Uses and Industries

Choosing the right dressmaking fabric can make a huge difference to the final look, feel and quality of a garment or project. Whether you are creating everyday clothing, costumes, bridal wear, dancewear, soft furnishings, pet bedding or specialist sportswear, the fabric you choose needs to suit the purpose.

At our fabric shop, we supply a wide range of dressmaking fabrics, from classic cottons and polycottons to luxury satins, lace, lycra, velvets, neoprene, organza, netting, faux fur and many more. With years of experience in the fabric industry, we understand that every project is different, which is why we offer fabrics suitable for both personal and professional use.

Animal Print Polycotton Fabric
Baby Pink Cotton Velvet Fabric for Dressmaking
100 Percent Cotton Stripe Fabric
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Fleece Fabrics: Soft, Warm and Versatile Materials for Every Project

Fleece fabric is one of the most popular choices for anyone looking to create something warm, soft and comfortable. Whether you are sewing a cosy blanket, making winter clothing, crafting pet bedding or adding a soft touch to home décor, fleece is a practical and reliable fabric that suits a wide range of projects.

At our EU Fabrics Shop, our fleece fabric collection includes everything from anti-pill fleece and printed polar fleece to fluffy blanket fabrics, sherpa fleece, animal prints, paw print designs and novelty patterns. With plenty of colours, textures and prints available, it is easy to find a fleece material that matches your style, season and sewing project.

Fleece Fabrics: Soft, Warm and Versatile Materials for Every Project

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Polyester (Polyethylene terephthalate) and its application in fabric industries

Polyester also known as PET (Polyethylene terephthalate), which is another type of plastic. Polyester is a man-made fibre like other synthetic yarns, there are different combinations of polyester some mixed with cotton or other natural fibres. However natural polyester is made with natural plant cuticles.
Invented in 1941, since then there are many uses and types of polyester fabric something for every project or user. Depending upon the combination and the way it is woven it can be a very effective material as the advantages can be seen as a solution to the disadvantages of using natural fibres.

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