all prices are per 3 metres, orders of more than 3 metres will be supplied in a continuous length.
A lovely soft cotton dobby with a subtle woven square texture — very similar in feel to double gauze or muslin, but made as a single-layer woven fabric rather than two layers tacked together.
This fabric has a soft breathable feel with a gentle drape, making it ideal for dressmaking, baby sewing and lightweight everyday garments. If you love the look and softness of muslin but want something slightly more stable and easier to handle, cotton dobby is a brilliant in-between option.
The woven textured finish adds subtle detail and softness without overpowering a project, making it both practical and beautiful to sew with.
Perfect for dresses, blouses, tops, skirts, pyjamas, baby projects and lightweight home sewing.
Fabric Details
Construction: Single-layer woven cotton dobby
Width: approx. 152cm / 60 inches
Handle: Soft, breathable and lightly textured
Drape: Gentle soft drape
Stretch: None – stable woven fabric
Composition: 100% cotton
Opacity: Slightly see-through in most colours
GSM: 125gsm – LIGHTWEIGHT
From our weight guide:
Lightweight fabrics (110–150gsm) are commonly used for dressmaking, baby clothing and breathable everyday garments.
Sold as: 1 metre piece
If more than one piece is ordered, fabric will be sent as a continuous length where possible.
See It In Motion
We’ve added photos and video clips from our live sale so you can see the texture, drape and true colours of the fabric in real life.
Suggested Uses
• Dresses
• Blouses and tops
• Skirts
• Lightweight trousers
• Pyjamas
• Baby wraps and blankets
• Children's clothing
• Lightweight cushions and throws
Cotton dobby is especially popular because it combines the softness of muslin-style fabrics with a slightly more stable woven structure.
Care Notes
• Pre-wash before cutting to allow for natural cotton shrinkage
• Machine wash at 30–40°C with similar colours
• Line dry where possible
• Warm iron to smooth natural creasing and highlight the woven texture
New To Fabric Weights Or Cotton Dobby?
If you're unsure what cotton dobby is like to sew or wear, have a look at our Fabrics Explained page where we break down common fabric types and fabric weights in plain English
