Midnight Leaves – Leaf Print Viscose Dress Fabric – 140cm Wide

The dress fabric that looks fabulous made into anything. This viscose has the most beautiful feel and drape, with an all-over leaf print that’s easy to wear and easy to style. The high yarn content means there’s no need for lining, so your makes come together faster.

It’s made for dressmaking. It’s breathable and has excellent drape, so it’s ideal for flowing dresses, skirts, blouses and tops that move effortlessly with you. It’s also great for jackets and trousers. At 140cm wide, there’s plenty of room to cut.

It suits casual everyday wear and more polished looks equally well, so it’s a great fabric to keep for your next make.

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 blouses: relaxed blouses, shirts and camisoles
• Jackets: light, unlined summer jackets and kimonos
• Trousers: wide-leg trousers and palazzo pants

Sewing tips:

• Pre-wash gently before cutting, as viscose can shrink
• Use a sharp, fine needle and a medium-length stitch

• Width: 140cm/55” (approx)
• Composition: 100% Viscose
• Colour: Navy
• Fabric Type: Viscose

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