Midnight Wave Paisley – Paisley Print Viscose Dress Fabric

Paisley, with movement. Midnight Wave Paisley has swirls and paisley shapes in deep navy against cream, with a fluid pattern that seems to move when the fabric does. It’s a classic print with a fresh, flowing feel.

The viscose is soft and lightweight with a beautiful drape, so it moves effortlessly and feels comfortable all day. At 140cm wide, there’s plenty of room to cut gathers, full skirts and wide sleeves. Sew flowing dresses, blouses and skirts, chic tunics, lightweight jackets or relaxed loungewear. It’s a fabric for every season, so you can dress it up for an occasion or keep it easy for everyday.

The busy pattern also helps hide seams and small imperfections, which makes it a forgiving fabric to sew.

Dressmaking ideas for this fabric:

• Dresses: flowing midi dresses, shirt dresses, wrap dresses and tea dresses
• Skirts: gathered, tiered and bias-cut skirts
• Tops and tunics: blouses, tunics and relaxed shirts
• Jackets: lightweight jackets, kimonos and overshirts
• Loungewear: soft, relaxed sets and wide-leg trousers

Sewing tips:

• Pre-wash gently before cutting, as viscose can shrink
• Use a sharp, fine needle and a medium-length stitch
• Press on a low heat, on the reverse

• Width: 140cm/55" (approx)
• Composition: 100% Viscose
• Fabric Type: Viscose
• Colour: White, Blue

✔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 paisley print, and caring for it gently, helps your handmade wardrobe last.