ELMER – PRESTIGIOUS TEXTILES – HEAVY COTTON HALF PANAMA FABRIC – 143cm WIDE

A stylish heavyweight cotton Half Panama fabric from Prestigious Textiles featuring the contemporary Elmer design.

This modern geometric print combines soft aqua blues, warm buttery yellows and gentle grey tones across an ivory background. Inspired by mid-century design and abstract terrazzo patterns, Elmer brings a fresh Scandinavian feel that's equally at home in modern interiors and contemporary sewing projects.

Woven in a durable Half Panama construction, this fabric has a firm, structured handle that makes it perfect for home furnishings, bags and many creative projects.

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Fabric Details

Construction: Printed Cotton Half Panama Fabric

Width: approx. 143cm / 56 inches

Handle: Firm, structured cotton

Drape: Structured drape

Stretch: None

Composition: 100% Cotton

Designer: Prestigious Textiles

Design: Elmer

Colourways:

• Ocean

Estimated GSM: approx. 210gsm – MEDIUM

From our weight guide:

Fabrics in this weight range are a good all-round dressmaking and furnishing weight, offering structure while remaining easy to sew. Ideal for bags, cushions, curtains, aprons, home décor and craft projects.

Sold as: 1 metre piece

If more than one piece is ordered, fabric will be supplied as a continuous length wherever possible.

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See It In Motion

We've added photos and video clips from our live sale so you can see the colours, print scale and fabric movement in real lighting.

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Suggested Uses

• Cushion covers

• Curtains

• Roman blinds

• Tote bags

• Shopping bags

• Aprons

• Table runners

• Tablecloths

• Lampshades

• Storage baskets

• Home décor

• Upholstery projects

• Craft projects

• Gifts

The sturdy Half Panama weave gives this fabric excellent body, making it ideal for projects that benefit from added structure.

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Sewing & Care Notes

• Pre-wash before sewing

• Machine wash at 30–40°C

• Cool to medium iron

• Universal sewing needle recommended (80/12–90/14)

• Easy to cut and sew

• Cotton may shrink slightly on the first wash

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New To Cotton Half Panama?

Cotton Half Panama is a durable woven cotton fabric with a distinctive basket weave that gives it more body than standard cotton fabrics.

It's a favourite for cushions, curtains, bags, table linens and home décor while still being easy to sew for beginners.

Have a look at our Fabrics Explained page where we break down fabric types and weights in plain English.

 

 

 

Collections

Half Panama Fabrics, Prestigious Textiles, Cotton Fabrics, Home Furnishing Fabrics, Printed Cotton Fabrics, Curtain Fabrics, Upholstery Fabrics, Craft Fabrics, VIP Early Access