Cotton Poplin - White

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: White
MATCHING GÜTERMANN THREAD: 800
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.
  • Classic white works across a wide range of sewing projects.
  • Suitable for shirts, dresses, summer tops, nightwear and lining.

Create comfortable handmade garments with Cotton Poplin - White, 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, while its lightweight feel works well for garments that need comfort without unnecessary weight. MaaiDesign describes cotton poplin as a tightly woven fabric with a smooth surface and crisp hand, making it particularly suitable for shirts, structured dresses and pyjamas.

Made from 100% Oeko-Tex Certified cotton, this fabric weighs 110gsm and measures approximately 145cm 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 warm-weather garments where breathability and easy handling are useful.

White gives this fabric a clean, classic finish that works across a wide range of garments. The smooth surface keeps the colour looking crisp and even, making this white cotton fabric useful for everyday wardrobe staples, shirts, dresses and other handmade pieces. It can also work well as a neutral base when paired with prints or contrasting fabrics.

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 finish and easy sewing qualities make it useful for both simple and more structured sewing projects. Cotton poplin is well suited to garments that benefit from a clean finish, gentle structure and comfortable everyday wear.

If you're looking for a soft cotton poplin fabric with a smooth finish, breathable comfort and a classic white colour, Cotton Poplin - White 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.