100% Cotton Duck Canvas Fabric - Natural - 7 oz

A 7 oz cotton duck canvas from James Thompson, a mill that has been weaving and finishing canvas since 1860. It is sturdy enough for chore coats, tote bags, aprons, pouches and cushion covers, and light enough to sew on a home machine with a heavier needle. Natural is the undyed version. Use it as is, or as a base for block printing, screen printing, painting and dyeing.

Care

Hand wash in cold water. Use non-chlorine bleach only. Dry flat and use a cool iron. Dry cleaning is also fine. Duck canvas shrinks, so pre-wash before cutting.

Details

• Material: 100% cotton duck canvas
• Colour: Natural (undyed)
• Weight: 7 oz / approx. 237 gsm (midweight)
• Width: 54/55" / approx. 137 to 140 cm
• Hand: Firm and crisp; softens with washing
• Drape: Structured; holds its shape
• Stretch: None
• Opacity: Opaque
• Finish: Matte
• Mill: James Thompson Textiles; woven in India
• Sold by: Half metre, continuous cut

Patterns we'd sew with it

• The Ilford Jacket by Friday Pattern Company. A classic chore coat, and canvas is the traditional fabric for it.
• Range Backpack by Noodlehead. We stock this pattern, and canvas is what it was made for.
• Haralson Belt Bag by Noodlehead. Also on our shelves, and a good use for offcuts.

Take a class with it

• Sew Yourself a Chore Coat / Open Jacket: Garment Sewing Level 2. Canvas is the right weight for the course project.
• Workshop: Beginner Sewing, The HCS Tote. Canvas makes a tote that stands up on its own.
• Basic Block Printing. Natural canvas takes a print cleanly.
• Drop-In Sewing. Bring it by and use the studio machines.