HIGHLAND RED TARTAN – POLYVISCOSE TARTAN FABRIC – 145cm WIDE

A classic Scottish-inspired tartan featuring rich red checks over deep green and navy tones, woven into a versatile polyviscose suiting fabric.

This traditional tartan design has a timeless heritage feel, making it ideal for clothing, costumes, home décor and craft projects. The mediumweight construction provides a lovely balance between softness and structure, giving it excellent drape while remaining easy to sew.

Perfect for skirts, dresses, jackets, waistcoats, trousers and traditional-inspired garments, this tartan also works beautifully for cushions, bags and festive projects.

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Fabric Details

Construction: Polyviscose Tartan Fabric

Width: approx. 145cm / 57 inches

Handle: Soft suiting handle

Drape: Soft structured drape

Stretch: None

Composition: Polyviscose Blend

Colourways:

• Highland Red Tartan

Estimated GSM: approx. 182gsm – MEDIUMWEIGHT

From our weight guide:

Fabrics in this weight range have enough body for structured garments while still retaining a comfortable drape, making them ideal for skirts, dresses, jackets, trousers, uniforms, costumes and home décor 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, pattern scale and fabric movement in real lighting.

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Suggested Uses

• Kilts

• Skirts

• Dresses

• Pinafores

• Trousers

• Jackets

• Waistcoats

• School costumes

• Christmas projects

• Cushions

• Bags

• Tote bags

• Home décor projects

• Craft projects

• Gifts

The mediumweight polyviscose construction makes this fabric ideal for both clothing and decorative sewing projects.

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Sewing & Care Notes

• Pre-wash before sewing

• Machine wash at 30°C

• Cool iron

• Suitable for beginners

• Universal sewing needle recommended

• Easy to cut and sew

• Press seams carefully for best results

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New To Polyviscose Fabrics?

Polyviscose is a popular blend combining the durability of polyester with the softer feel and drape of viscose.

It is widely used for skirts, dresses, uniforms, trousers and suiting because it is comfortable to wear, easy to sew and holds its shape well.

Polyviscose fabrics are often chosen when you want the appearance of a traditional woven fabric with easy-care properties.

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

 

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