Plain Viscose Dress Fabric - Royal

A plain fabric is the best way to show off your sewing, and royal blue is a colour that makes every outfit look put-together. It’s deep, bright and flattering on lots of skin tones.

The feel

The viscose is soft and lightweight with a smooth, silky texture. It’s breathable and drapey, so it flows beautifully and gives your garments elegant movement. It feels luxurious against the skin, and it’s comfortable all day.

What to make

• Dresses: wrap dresses, shirt dresses, slip dresses and maxi dresses
• Blouses and tops: relaxed blouses, camisoles and tie-neck tops
• Skirts: gathered, tiered and bias-cut styles
• Trousers and jumpsuits: wide-leg trousers, culottes and jumpsuits

It suits casual wear and more sophisticated looks, and it’s easy to work with, so it’s a good choice if you’re newer to viscose. The generous width leaves plenty of room to cut, which is handy for long and full styles.

Styling

Royal blue pairs well with white, cream, tan, gold and black, and it’s a good base to team with the printed fabrics in your collection.

Sewing tips:

• Wash gently before cutting, as viscose can shrink
• Choose a fine, sharp needle and a medium stitch length
• Neaten seams to stop fraying, with French seams, an overlocker, a zigzag stitch or bias binding
• Press on a low heat from the reverse, with a pressing cloth if you have one
• Strong colours can bleed, so wash it separately the first time

• Width: 148cm/58" (approx)
• Composition: 100% Viscose
• Fabric Type: Viscose
• Colour: Royal Blue

✔Machine washable at 30°C or lower, on a gentle cycle
✔Wash separately the first time, then with similar colours
✔Do not use bleach
✔Do not tumble dry
✔Dry flat or line dry in the shade
✔Iron on a low heat, on the reverse
✔Always test a small sample first to check your preferred washing method

Viscose is made from plant-based cellulose, and this fabric is made to be worn and washed for years. Choosing a well-made plain fabric you’ll wear again and again, and caring for it gently, helps your handmade wardrobe last.