The g&g Core Collection of Dressmaking Fabric

What it is: A soft, stretchy knitted fabric made from 95% GOTS (Global Organic Textiles Standard) certified organic cotton  and 5% elastane. It has a good stretch recovery due to its elastane content, allowing stretch without losing shape. These jerseys are breathable, comfortable, and available in a range of versatile colours. With a 50% two way stretch and 200gsm weight it’s a really versatile fabric. Matching tubular ribbings available in most colours. 

Best for:

• Everyday T-shirts and vests
• Layering tops
• Children's clothing
• Loungewear basics

What it is: This gorgeously soft, Loopback Jersey Fabric is made from 95% Modal and 5% Elastane giving it a 30% 4-way stretch. It is a more weighty jersey at 270gsm but due to the modal fibre, which is very similar to rayon, it gives this jersey a beautiful drape and texture. The right side of the fabric has a smooth finish with a slight sheen and the reverse has a loopback texture due to the way it has been knitted. 

Best for:

• Lighter weight sweatshirts
• Heavier weight t-shirt and tops
• Hoodies and joggers
• Casual dresses

What it is: This soft brushed-back cotton sweatshirting is made from 90% cotton, 5% polyester and 5% elastane. With a 30% 4 way stretch and at 240gsm its a lovely fabric to sew with and to wear. As one of our longest standing ranges of fabric, the cosy colours range of sweatshirting fabrics really stand the test of time. They wash and wear beautifully! Each shade has lots of coloured flecks knitted into the fabric, making this plain more interesting with a slight texture. 

We have matching or coordinating ribbing or cuffing available for most colours and this is noted on each individual fabric listing. 

Best for:

• Sweatshirts and hoodies
• Comfy joggers
• Loungewear
• Warm casual dresses

What is it: This is our heaviest weight sweatshirting at 320gsm and is made with 82% Organic Cotton and 18% recycled polyester with a 30% 4 way stretch. It’s called snuggly for a reason - the reverse of this fabric has been brushed to give a soft and fluffy finish making it feel very cosy and warm against the skin. 

Best for

• Jumpers and hoodies
• Jogging bottoms and more structured lounge wear.

What it is: A circular-knit fabric made from 95% GOTS (Global Organic Textiles Standard) certified organic cotton  and 5% elastane. The elastane content and the way it has been knitted give it great stretch and recovery, with a 30% two way stretch. It comes as a tube that is approximately 35cm wide when laid flat and uncut, so when cut open its width is approx double. Matching ribbing gives a polished, professional finish to knit garments — and it’s especially handy when available in coordinating colours. We note on all fabric listings when there is an exact match to another fabric, but the array of colours we offer mean there is usually something that can tone or go with your main fabric. 

Best for:

• Cuffs, neckbands and waistbands on sweatshirts, T-shirts and vests for adults and baby/childrens wear
• Adding a contrast ribbing details

What it is: This heavier weight, textured fabric made from 75% linen and 25% cotton has a slubbed surface and a washed appearance giving it lovely character and structure at 255gsm. 

Best for:

• More structured summer trousers or skirts
• Unlined or lighter weight jackets
• Structured top and dresses 
• Jumpsuits and dungraees 

What it is: This 100% cotton fabric is a lovely, medium weight at 170gsm. It has a linen-like texture to it and has been pre treated to have a textured surface that won’t completely iron out. This fabric is soft to the touch and lovely to both sew with and to wear.

Best for:

• Tops
• Blouses and shirts
• Dresses
• Light weight trousers

What it is: A very lightweight, semi-sheer woven cotton fabric with a soft hand and gentle drape.

• Best for:
  Layering under sheer fabrics
• Lining lightweight garments

What it is: This light weight woven 100% viscose fabric is lightweight, breathable, and silky with a fluid drape with a weight of 110gsm. 

Best for:

• Lining tops and dresses also made from viscose

What it is: This textured linen blend made from 87% Linen and 13% cotton has been treated with enzymes for a softer hand and better drape, without the stiffness of traditional linen at 230gsm. Its slightly slubbed texture adds interest to this classic plain fabric that is easy to work with and cool and comfortable to wear. 

Please note - this fabric will be available throughout the summer season from May to August.

Best for:

• Summer dresses
• Relaxed trousers
• Boxy tops and blouses
• Unlined jackets

What it is: This interesting fabric is a mix of 49% Bamboo, 49% recycled polyester and 2% spandex. At 240gsm this fibre composition gives this fabric a slight stretch with lovely drape and swoosh and a super soft and smooth finish with a light sheen, making it look really smart made up into garments. 

Best for:

• Wider leg trousers
• Skirts
• Jumpsuits
• Looser unlined jackets/cardigan styles for a relaxed fit layering piece

What it is: This Sevenberry Classic 100% Cotton Twill Fabric comes in such a range of beautiful colours. Its hardwearing twill weave at 267 gsm makes it perfect for outerwear, or every daywear yet the breathability of cotton makes it comfortable to wear.

Best for:

• Structured trousers and skirts
• Light weight jackets
• Pinafore style and more structured dresses
• Bags

What it is: 

This gorgeous soft cotton needlecord has a good amount of structure and stretch at 25%. With a weight of 225gsm and made from 96% cotton and 4% elastane it is really practical and comfortable to wear.

Best for:

• Trousers and jeans that are more fitted around the waist and hips
• Skirts
• Pinafore style or more structured dresses
• Dungarees
• Lighter weight jackets and Blazers

What it is: 

These denims are the ideal mix with 70% Cotton, 28% Polyester and 2% Spandex. At 322gsm (11oz) they have a decent weight to them, while still allowing for stretch and comfort at 15% physical stretch. Just double check the % stretch required by your sewing pattern to ensure you get the fit expected.

Best for:

• Skinny jeans and jeggings
• Denim dresses
• Fitted dungarees
• Skirts with structure

What it is: 

Don't let the rigid name put you off! These lovely 11.7oz (330gsm) denims are 100% cotton, meaning they don't have any stretch in them and thats what gives them a lovely structure and makes them more rigid than their stretch counterparts.

Best for:

• Classic jeans
• Denim jackets
• Dungarees and overalls
• Structured skirts and dresses