The Sewing Bee Effect
The Sewing Bee returns on 28th July 2026. Discover why the show inspires thousands of sewists every year and the fabrics we expect to see more of.
New dressmaking fabrics are arriving weekly, often in limited quantities. Shop the latest deadstock finds and everyday favourites - plus new sewing patterns.
Signature Viscose - Eden
Floral viscose fabric in a vibrant meadow print with a fluid drape for dresses, skirts and blouses.
Signature Viscose - Florence
135cm Italian floral viscose dress fabric with a soft drape, perfect for dresses and blouses.
Signature Viscose - Olive
150cm Italian abstract floral viscose with a soft drape, perfect for dresses and blouses.
Signature Viscose - Freya
Colourful lightweight viscose dress fabric with a ditsy floral print for effortless summer sewing.
Lightweight fabrics perfect for summer dresses, from cotton lawn to floaty viscose
Made in Italy this high quality 86% acetate, 5% polyester and 9% silk crepe fabric with a soft lavender hue.
Made in Italy this high quality 86% acetate, 5% polyester and 9% silk crepe fabric with a full dark blue hue.
Made in Italy this high quality 86% acetate, 5% polyester and 9% silk crepe fabric with a soft cornflower blue hue.
Fibre Mood - Stone Washed Combed Cotton - Lemon
Fibre Mood - Stone Washed Combed Cotton - Lemon
Lemon yellow cotton poplin fabric, 150cm wide, with a soft stonewashed 145gsm finish.
Fresh modern dress patterns to inspire your makes
For over 40 years, Croft Mill has supplied quality dressmaking fabrics to makers, designers and independent fashion businesses worldwide.
We work with trusted mills and suppliers in Britain, Europe and beyond, carefully selecting fabrics for their durability, drape and design. Whether you're sewing for pleasure or building your own label, you’ll find materials you can rely on — without compromise.
Explore over 30 curated collections, including linen and cotton dress fabrics, sewing patterns and essential haberdashery.
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