Handwoven Fabric

Unique handloomed textiles by the metre.

Explore our collection of beautiful handwoven fabric is made on traditional looms at home by village women in Bali and Thailand. These handloomed textiles are truly special, and aren't something you'll find in your average fabric shop in the UK!

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What is shot cotton fabric?

A shot fabric has a two tone effect where two different colours can be seen depending on how you move the fabric. This is achieved by weaving with threads of two different colours - one colour for the warp thread, and another for the weft.

Is shot cotton good for quilting?

Yes, it makes a beautiful addition to any quilt. The rich colours will give depth and vibrancy to any project, and as an added bonus there is no right or wrong side to the fabric.

What can you sew with handwoven fabric?

There are obviously a great many different types of handloomed fabric from around the world, but these Indonesian handwoven textiles lend themselves nicely to sewing projects and look fantastic incorporated into a patchwork quilt, as a shirt, or a beautiful sumptuous lining for a jacket.