Cotton Poplin - Lipstick Red

A very smooth, crisp cotton with the perfect weight for everyday sewing.

$26.00 /metre ($6.50 per 25cm)

Minimum quantity = 1 unit = 0.25 metres

= 0.25 METRES
6.50

30 DAY RETURNS

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COLOUR DESCRIPTION: Bright warm red
MATCHING GÜTERMANN THREAD: 156 or 365
COMPOSITION: 100% cotton
WIDTH: 155 cm
WEIGHT: 110 gsm
DRAPE: Gentle Drape
STRETCH: None
OPACITY: Opaque
SHRINKAGE: ~ 5%
FABRIC CARE: Machine wash at 40°C
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China

THIS FABRIC IS SUITABLE FOR:

  • Dresses
  • Tops

Why You'll Love It

  • Soft, lightweight cotton poplin with a smooth finish.
  • Breathable 100% cotton for comfortable everyday wear.
  • Medium drape gives garments a natural fall.
  • Easy to cut, handle and sew.
  • Bright warm red adds a bold, classic colour.
  • Suitable for shirts, dresses, summer tops, nightwear and lining.

Create comfortable handmade garments with Cotton Poplin - Lipstick Red, a soft and lightweight cotton poplin fabric with a smooth finish and natural medium drape. Its breathable cotton construction makes it a practical choice for everyday dressmaking, particularly for garments that need a light feel with gentle structure. MaaiDesign describes cotton poplin as a tightly woven fabric with a smooth surface that works particularly well for button-up shirts, structured dresses and pyjamas.

Made from 100% Oeko-Tex Certified cotton, this fabric weighs 110gsm and measures approximately 150cm wide. It has no stretch and a medium drape, making it suitable for woven sewing patterns designed for stable fabrics. The lightweight construction also makes it a practical choice for summer clothing and other garments where breathability and easy handling matter.

Lipstick Red is a bright warm red with a vivid, confident appearance. The smooth poplin surface gives the colour a clean finish, making this red cotton fabric a strong choice for statement garments as well as simple wardrobe staples.

This cotton poplin fabric for dresses and shirts is suitable for shirts and dresses and can also be used for summer tops, nightwear and lining. Its lightweight construction, smooth surface and easy sewing qualities make it useful for a range of dressmaking projects. The stable woven structure also works well for garments that need a little more definition rather than a fluid drape.

If you're looking for a soft cotton poplin fabric with a smooth finish, breathable comfort and a bright warm red colour, Cotton Poplin - Lipstick Red is a versatile choice for your next sewing project.

 

  • Most orders are dispatched within 1-2 business days, though during sales this may take a little longer. 
  • If your order is urgent, please let us know and we'll aim to ship it asap. We also offer an express post option at checkout.
  • We offer 30-day returns on fabrics, no questions asked. Just send us an email, and we'll help you out. Read the full policy here.
  • Fabrics are sold in 25cm increments, always provided as a continuous piece. 
  • Always pre-wash your fabric before starting your sewing project.
  • We make every effort to display colours as accurately as possible, but due to variations in screens, the actual fabric colours may differ slightly from what you see online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cotton Poplin is a lightweight, plain weave fabric with a tight, smooth finish. It's crisp, breathable, and easy to sew, and it's commonly used for shirts, dresses, and linings.

It is made from 100% cotton.

It weighs 110gsm, making it a lightweight woven fabric.

It is suitable for shirts and dresses, as well as summer tops, nightwear and lining.

No. This fabric has no stretch.

Yes. Pre-washing before cutting is recommended to remove any excess dye, soften the fabric and allow for any shrinkage to occur before you make your garment. Wash and dry the fabric in the same way you plan to care for the finished garment.