Minerva Core Range Velvet Stretch Knit Apparel & Dress Fabric Dark Red - Mediumweight & Suitable for Dressmaking - Approx Width: 150cm / 60" - Sold per metre

• Velvet was traditionally made from silk, and now often made from cotton or synthetics, sometimes with elastane for stretch. Variations include crushed velvet, which creates a light-and-shadow effect, panne velvet with a continuous sheen, and burnout velvet, which has semi-transparent patterns from a chemical process.
• This is a lovely medium weight fabric ideal for dressmaking. This fabric is available in a great variety of colours and weighs approximately 230 grams per square metre.
• Suggested Washing Instructions: 40 degrees. Please allow 10% shrinkage for all fabrics to be on the safe side and always test a sample first to find the most suitable way to wash your chosen fabrics.
• Approx Width: 150cm / 60" - Our fabrics are cut off the roll and will always be sent in one continuous length. If for any reason we cannot send your fabric in one piece we will contact you to discuss the options.
• For all fabrics we advise washing before making up in the same manner as you would with subsequent washes (including drying methods) to remove any shrinkage

Another lovely fabric in stock at Minerva, this Velvet is ideal for dressmaking. Velvet is a luxurious fabric with a history that dates back thousands of years. The pile weave that characterizes velvet gives it a rich look that is often associated with royalty. Thanks to modern manufacturing methods, this rich fabric that was once reserved for the elite is now available at affordable prices for use in everyday garments and home decorating. Our Polyester Velvet Velour Fabric is very reasonably priced for a fabric of its quality. It is an extremely versatile stretch fabric and is used for anything from window shop displays, furnishings and cushions to elegant b. All gowns, evening wear and accessories. All fabric is cut from the roll and available to order by the metre. The fabric will be cut as one continuous piece no matter how many metres you order. All orders are despatched from our warehouse in Darwen, Lancashire, UK. Stock ID: C7041-DkRed