Painted Bloom - Viscose Twill Fabric

Part abstract, part floral. Painted Bloom has loose paint strokes in olive green, khaki, midnight blue and grey, and look closely and some of them have gathered into delicate flowers with deep pink centres. It’s an artistic print with a muted palette, so it feels interesting without being loud.

The fine diagonal rib of the twill gives the viscose a soft hand, a little structure and a gentle sheen. It skims the body rather than clinging, feels smooth against the skin and breathes well. That makes it comfortable to wear in layers, and useful through the seasons when the weather keeps changing. At 140cm wide, there’s room for full skirts and generous sleeves, and the painterly print is forgiving to cut, because there’s no strict repeat to match.

Choose it for a bold dress, a chic top or an easy pair of trousers. The earthy colours go with plain olive, navy, cream and denim.

Ideas for this fabric:

• Dresses: midi dresses, shirt dresses, wrap dresses and shift dresses
• Skirts: flowing, gathered and bias-cut skirts
• Tops and blouses: chic blouses, boxy tops and camisoles
• Trousers: wide-leg trousers, culottes and palazzo pants
• Layers: lightweight jackets, kimonos and overshirts

Sewing tips:

• Wash gently before cutting, as viscose can shrink
• Choose a fine, sharp needle and a medium stitch length
• Press on a low heat from the reverse, with a pressing cloth if you have one
• Cut single layer to place the pink-centred flowers where you want them

• Width: 140cm/55" (approx)
• Composition: 100% Viscose
• Fabric Type: Viscose twill
• Colour: Multicoloured

✔Machine washable at 30°C or lower, on a gentle cycle
✔Wash with similar colours, as dark prints can run
✔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 fabric with a timeless, artistic print, and caring for it gently, helps your handmade wardrobe last.