Dressmaking Fabrics

Rayon challis is a flowy, super soft woven, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel, including tops, dresses, skirts, and more!

Rayon challis is a flowy, super soft woven, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel, including tops, dresses, skirts, and more!

Rayon challis is a flowy, super soft woven, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel, including tops, dresses, skirts, and more!

This is an airy lightweight silk chiffon with a lovely, vibrant print. Perfect for a scarf or shawl.

This is a super soft, airy lightweight silk chiffon with a lovely, vibrant print. Perfect for a scarf or shawl.

This is a super soft, airy lightweight silk chiffon with a lovely, vibrant print. Perfect for a scarf or shawl.

This is a super soft, airy lightweight silk chiffon with a lovely, vibrant print. Perfect for a scarf or shawl.

This soft, drapey challis is a great choice for all sorts of apparel.

I love the soft hand and beautiful drape of this gorgeous rayon challis. Perfect for a top, dress, and more.

This is a lightweight, drapey, sheer, perfect for a shawl, scarf, sheer top, and more!

I love this gorgeous print! Georgette is a lightweight woven with a fine, crepe-like texture, and has a beautiful drape. Perfect for a top, dress, skirt, and more! Note: This silky fabric is pretty well opaque (especially for a georgette), but might need...

I love this gorgeous print! Georgette is a lightweight woven with a fine, crepe-like texture, and has a beautiful drape. Perfect for a top, dress, skirt, and more! Note: This silky fabric is pretty well opaque (especially for a georgette), but might...

I’ve always been sucker for these sorts of fun, yet understated animal prints. Chiffon is a lightweight sheer, popular in all sorts of apparel, from dresses to scarves.

Soft, smooth, and wonderfully lightweight, this solid rayon challis is a dream for flowy, breathable garments. It has a cool touch against the skin, a gorgeous drape, and just the right amount of movement for pieces that feel effortless to wear. Perfect...

This is a vibrant, drapey crepe de chine, ideal for a top, dress, and more!

This fun print is absolutely perfect for a scarf, skirt, dress, or even for some funky window sheers!

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

Soft, smooth, and wonderfully lightweight, this solid rayon challis is a dream for flowy, breathable garments. It has a cool touch against the skin, a gorgeous drape, and just the right amount of movement for pieces that feel effortless to wear. Perfect...

Soft, smooth, and wonderfully lightweight, this solid rayon challis is a dream for flowy, breathable garments. It has a cool touch against the skin, a gorgeous drape, and just the right amount of movement for pieces that feel effortless to wear. Perfect...

The word 'Shantung' comes from the Shantung province in China.  This fabric is a medium to heavyweight satin, has a beautiful slubbed texture, an elegant drape and sheen, and is very popular for both fashion and decor. 100% polyester; 58" wide...

This is a gorgeous and unique organza, which has silver beads and holographic pieces attached to it in clusters.  This aqua color, with the attached beads, gives the look of snow or ice!  Perfect for costumes or decor! 60" wide, 100% polyester...

This is a lightweight satin with a beautiful sheen, and an incredible value. This has been a staple of our shop for years, and is a popular choice for costumes, events, formalwear, and more. It is even often used as a slightly heavier lining fabric for...

This fun and trendy chiffon print is perfect for today's fashion! This is very lightweight and silky, and perfect for a sheer top, or, if lined, as a retro chic dress. To give you an idea of the scale of the print, the first picture represents an area of...

Lightweight, silky, and sheer, this elegant chiffon fabric has a slight two-tone iridescence, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel and decor.

These basic midweight poly poplins are perfect for tablecloths, costumes, and more!  They are 60" wide, wrinkle resistant, available in plently of colors, and are very affordable!  They also drape very nicely.  A favorite in our store for...

These basic midweight poly poplins are perfect for tablecloths, costumes, and more!  They are 60" wide, wrinkle resistant, available in plently of colors, and are very affordable!  They also drape very nicely.  A favorite in our store for...

These basic midweight poly poplins are perfect for tablecloths, costumes, and more!  They are 60" wide, wrinkle resistant, available in plently of colors, and are very affordable!  They also drape very nicely.  A favorite in our store for...

These basic midweight poly poplins are perfect for tablecloths, costumes, and more!  They are 60" wide, wrinkle resistant, available in plently of colors, and are very affordable!  They also drape very nicely.  A favorite in our store for...

Lightweight, silky, and sheer, this elegant chiffon fabric has a slight two-tone iridescence, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel and decor.

Chiffon is a smooth, silky, sheer fabric, which is popular in all sorts of apparel and decor.

Chiffon is a smooth, silky, sheer fabric, which is popular in all sorts of apparel and decor.

This is a gorgeous 230T taffeta with a smooth hand and a crisp feel. This fabric drapes nicely, and has a bit of structure, perfect for formal dresses, jackets, costumes, decor, and more.

This soft 4oz. charmeuse satin is perfect for costumes, as lining, and much more!  This fabric is 60" wide and 100% polyester. These satin solids are available in over twenty colors! Machine wash warm; Tumble dry low.

This is a lightweight satin with a beautiful sheen, and an incredible value. This has been a staple of our shop for years, and is a popular choice for costumes, events, formalwear, and more. It is even often used as a slightly heavier lining fabric for...

This is a lightweight satin with a beautiful sheen, and an incredible value. This has been a staple of our shop for years, and is a popular choice for costumes, events, formalwear, and more. It is even often used as a slightly heavier lining fabric for...

This is a lightweight satin with a beautiful sheen, and an incredible value. This has been a staple of our shop for years, and is a popular choice for costumes, events, formalwear, and more. It is even often used as a slightly heavier lining fabric for...

This is a lightweight satin with a beautiful sheen, and an incredible value. This has been a staple of our shop for years, and is a popular choice for costumes, events, formalwear, and more. It is even often used as a slightly heavier lining fabric for...

A forest green pongee lining fabric with a deep, natural tone and whisper-light drape. This smooth material is great for finishing garments in earthy or muted colors; for instance, line a tweed jacket or olive dress with this dark green to keep the look...

A bright kelly green pongee that is delightfully lightweight and smooth. If you need a splash of vivid green inside a garment or as part of a project, this fabric has you covered. Use it to line a coat or bag for a fun surprise of color every time you...

Sleek and artistic, this silk charmeuse features a bold abstract melding snakeskin and houndstooth motifs in black, white, and avocado across its gleaming satin surface. Its fluid motion and high sheen bring the pattern to life, shimmering with every...

Smooth and lightweight, this sateen showcases a grunge-inspired floral print in plum, yellow, and sage across its gently lustrous surface. The hand is cool and satiny, with a subtle sheen that elevates the vivid design without overpowering it, and a...

Light and graceful, this vibrant chartreuse silk crepe features a soft matte finish and an exquisitely light hand. It falls with easy elegance; the fine crepe weave gives it a gentle, dry hand that keeps the fabric from clinging, yet it still flows with...

Refined and airy, this luxurious silk-cotton lawn in lime offers the best of both fibers: the crisp, breathable lightness of cotton lawn with the soft touch and subtle luster of silk. It drapes with a gentle structure, feeling cool and smooth against the...

Luxuriously glossy, this earthy olive green silk charmeuse feels like liquid satin, cool and caressing against the skin. It drapes in luscious folds, catching the light with a glamorous sheen that deepens its hue. With such a fluid drape and brilliant...

Sumptuously sleek, this soft sage green silk charmeuse feels like liquid satin, cool and caressing against the skin. It pours in fluid waves, reflecting light with a radiant sheen that amplifies the richness of its color. The combination of its flowing...

Opulently smooth, this jewel-tone emerald green silk charmeuse feels like liquid satin, cool and caressing against the skin. It glides with a liquid drape, its high-shine surface illuminating the fabric's vibrant tone with every movement. This kind of...

Lustrous and elastic, this vibrant jade green stretch silk charmeuse has a satin-smooth touch and a flowing drape that exudes elegance. A hint of spandex is woven into the silk, giving it a lavish gloss and just enough give to move with you, enhancing...

Gossamer and artful, this silk chiffon showcases a lace-like horizontal stripe pattern in avocado, ivory, and black on an ethereally light textile. It drapes with a delicate fluidity, the sheer silk allowing each contrast to show subtly as the fabric...

Airy and diaphanous, this crinkled silk chiffon in a zesty lime green feels as light as a whisper against the skin. It flutters with every slight motion. A subtle sheen catches the light softly as it moves. Its featherweight drape makes it perfect for...

Ethereal and weightless, this crinkled silk chiffon in a fresh aqua blue feels as light as a whisper against the skin. It floats with effortless grace. A gentle matte finish enhances its delicate appeal as it moves. Its featherweight drape makes it an...

Dynamic and expressive, Kangaroo Path 2 captures the movement of the land in an exquisite Aboriginal print. This rayon challis flows effortlessly with your every step. The 120 GSM weight makes it ideal for fluttery dresses, dramatic kimonos, and...

Celebrate nature’s bounty with the bold, organic design of Wild Bush Banana & Tomato, an M&S Textiles original bursting with life and color. This 120 GSM rayon challis delivers effortless drape and a silky soft texture. The earthy yet vivid tones make...

The rhythmic, circular patterns of Onion Dreaming 2 symbolize the cycles of life, making this Australian Aboriginal print as meaningful as it is beautiful. This fabric offers a stunning contrast of color and movement on airy 120 GSM rayon challis. Its...

Lush, intricate, and full of movement, Bush Fruits is a stunning Aboriginal print that embodies the deep relationship between land and culture. This 100% rayon challis is lightweight (120 GSM) with a billowy drape, perfect for bohemian-style tops, tiered...

This dreamy rayon crinkle has a lightweight, airy feel with a gentle texture that adds just the right amount of movement. The soft drape makes it perfect for flowy blouses, breezy dresses, and swishy skirts. This fabric exudes effortless charm with...

Subtle and earthy, sage organza is ideal for understated elegance in bridal accents, delicate layers, or creative projects needing a natural touch.

Playful and bold, neon lime organza adds a pop of energetic color to event decor, daring fashion pieces, or standout accessories.

This lightweight shantung satin in jade green has a subtle shine and smooth texture, making it ideal for elegant dresses, skirts, and formal tops. Perfect for creating a luxurious look that catches the eye.

This airy, lightweight rayon gauze from Robert Kaufman is perfect for tops, dresses, and more. I admire the crisp detail and top-notch quality of their prints, and this one is no exception.

This incredible deadstock seersucker is lightweight, soft, and drapey, making it perfect for a breezy dress, top, or other flowy garments

Lightweight, silky, and sheer, this elegant chiffon fabric has a slight two-tone iridescence, and is perfect for all sorts of apparel and decor.

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

This is an incredibly soft and drapey tencel woven, perfect for a top, dress, drawstring shorts, and more.

This is a lovely lightweight woven with a matte finish, perfect for use as a lining.

This beautiful midweight crepe de chine has just a bit of stretch, and would make an incredible dress, light jacket, skirt, and more.

This beautiful semi sheer fabric has a gorgeous shimmer, and is a wonderful choice for lined elegant dresses, skirts, and more.

This is a smooth and drapey rayon challis? Perfect for a top, summer dress, and more.

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and bridesmaid...

Rayon challis is a popular fabric in spring and summer garments, due to its drape, lotion-soft hand, and its breathability. A great choice for tops, dresses, skirts, and more.

Rayon challis is soft, breathable, and has a beautiful drape. Perfect for tops, skirts, dresses, and more.

This beautiful lighter weight poly woven is vibrant and silky, and has just a bit of stretch, making it a great choice for a comfy blouse, dress, skirt, and more!

This beautiful lighter weight poly woven is vibrant and silky, and has just a bit of stretch, making it a great choice for a comfy blouse, dress, skirt, and more!

This beautiful lighter weight poly woven is vibrant and silky, and has just a bit of stretch, making it a great choice for a comfy blouse, dress, skirt, and more!

This soft, lightweight lining has stretch across the width, and has a matte, almost crepe-de-chine-like finish.

Soft, smooth, and wonderfully lightweight, this solid rayon challis is a dream for flowy, breathable garments. It has a cool touch against the skin, a gorgeous drape, and just the right amount of movement for pieces that feel effortless to wear. Perfect...

Challis is a super-soft, lighweight, plain-woven fabric with a luxurious hand, and an elegant drape. It can be used for all sorts of apparel, from dresses and skirts to tops, and is popular for its look, feel, and it's wonderful breathability

This soft and drapey rayon is perfect for a top, dress, or skirt!

This vibrant, amazing silk chiffon has a gorgeous sheen, and is an amazing choice for all sorts of fashion.

Maybe it’s the California in me, but I’m always a sucker for a good tie dye. I love the soft hand and beautiful drape of rayon challis. This is a beautiful challis, which I can envision becoming a top or Summer dress.

Rayon challis is soft, flowy, breatheable, and oh-so comfortable. Its a lighter midweight woven, and is a popular choice for tops and lined dresses.

This super-soft and flowy rayon challis is perfect for a top, dress, and more! I love the vibrant color combination -perfect for spring and summer!

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

This midweight satin is perfect for dresses, blouses, and more! It has a bit more weight and structure than our charmeuse solids, but still has a nice drape and shine. This has been most popular at our San Francisco store for prom dresses and...

Soft, smooth, and wonderfully lightweight, this solid rayon challis is a dream for flowy, breathable garments. It has a cool touch against the skin, a gorgeous drape, and just the right amount of movement for pieces that feel effortless to wear. Perfect...