Beautiful fabrics have character, and this one has it in abundance.

Handwoven from 100% cotton on traditional wooden looms, this richly textured fabric combines substantial weight with a wonderfully organic surface. The pronounced slubs and subtle irregularities create depth, movement, and a handcrafted appearance that simply cannot be replicated by industrial weaving.

Originally sourced at the request of several customers, this fabric completely won me over. It has the kind of texture that makes you immediately start planning your next sewing project—I already have plans to turn it into a beautifully structured top.

Its generous weight and natural drape make it equally at home in clothing, interior textiles, historical costume work, and artisan fiber art.

Fabric Details

• Fiber: 100% hand-spun, handwoven cotton
• Width: 135 cm (53")
• Weight: Approximately 300 g/m²
• Construction: Traditional handwoven slub weave
• Color: Natural unbleached cotton
• Finish: Soft yet substantial with a beautifully textured surface
• Sold by: The meter (wholesale quantities available on request)

Why You'll Love It

Every meter carries the subtle variations that make genuine handwoven cloth so special. Rather than striving for machine-perfect uniformity, this fabric celebrates traditional craftsmanship with visible slubs, texture, and individuality.

It is breathable, durable, and made entirely from natural cotton fibers, making it suitable for both everyday sewing and heirloom-quality projects.

The fabric dyes beautifully with both natural and synthetic dyes. For natural dyeing, thorough scouring before mordanting is strongly recommended to achieve the best results.

Each batch is woven in small quantities using traditional techniques, helping preserve artisan textile production.

Perfect For

• Structured jackets and coats
• Overshirts and workwear-inspired garments
• Dresses and skirts with body
• Tote bags and accessories
• Cushion covers and pillows
• Bedspreads and throws
• Table linens and home décor
• Textile art and natural dyeing
• Historical costume and heritage sewing projects

Care Instructions

Wash by hand or on a gentle machine cycle in cold water. Line dry.

Pre-washing before sewing is recommended. If you intend to natural dye the fabric, scour thoroughly before mordanting.

As with most handwoven cotton fabrics, expect approximately 10% shrinkage in both length and width after the first wash.

Please Note

This fabric is produced in limited artisan batches. Availability depends on the weaving schedule, so once a batch sells out, restocking may take time.

Small variations in slub, weave, and texture are not flaws—they are the hallmark of genuine handwoven fabric and make every piece uniquely beautiful.