Red Cotton Drill – 151cm / 59"

A durable heavyweight cotton drill in a bold bright red shade with a classic woven twill texture and a firm structured feel.

This is a good solid weight cotton fabric with real durability to it, while still being slightly easier to handle than extremely heavy canvas-style drills. It has a slightly coarse texture and a practical utility feel that works brilliantly for bags, aprons, workwear and heavier sewing projects.

The fabric has structure rather than drape, giving finished projects body and strength without feeling overly stiff.

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Fabric Details

Construction: Cotton drill / twill weave

Width: approx. 151cm / 59 inches

Handle: Heavyweight with a slightly coarse textured finish

Drape: Structured with moderate flexibility

Stretch: None

Composition: 100% cotton

Colour: Bright red

GSM: approx. 248gsm – heavyweight cotton drill

From our weight guide:

Heavyweight fabrics around this weight are durable and structured, making them ideal for bags, workwear, home décor and heavier-use sewing projects.

Sold as: 1 metre piece

If more than one piece is ordered, fabric will be sent as a continuous length where 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 structure, texture and richness of the colour in real lighting.

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Suggested Uses

• Bags and tote bags

• Aprons

• Utility sewing projects

• Workwear

• Jackets and overshirts

• Cushion covers

• Craft sewing projects

• Home décor makes

• Market stall sewing

• Durable everyday projects

This fabric is especially useful when you want a strong structured fabric that’s durable without being excessively stiff or rigid.

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Sewing & Care Notes

• Machine wash at 30–40°C

• Pre-washing recommended before sewing

• Iron on medium/high heat

• Heavyweight fabric may benefit from a stronger sewing needle

• Fabric softens slightly after washing while keeping its structure

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New To Cotton Drill?

If you're unsure how cotton drill compares to canvas or lighter cotton fabrics, have a look at our Fabrics Explained page where we break down common fabric types and fabric weights in plain English.