Cotton Fabrics
About Cotton Fabrics
Cotton fabric by the metre for everyday and festive wear. The range covers plain and checks cotton linen, cotton ikat, chikankari and chikan cotton, hakoba, kantha and printed cotton cambric, along with cotton voile, glace cotton, Egyptian cotton and cotton zari. Cotton is soft, breathable and easy to stitch, which makes it a favourite for kurtas, shirts, dresses, suits and summer wear. Buy any length by the metre, or contact us for bulk orders.
Frequently asked questions
Which cotton is best for summer kurtas and dresses?
Cotton voile, cambric and cotton linen are light and breathable, so they stay comfortable in hot weather.
What is chikankari cotton?
It is cotton with chikankari, the traditional hand-style embroidery from Lucknow, often in white or pastel shades.
What is glace cotton?
Glace cotton is a smooth, lightweight cotton with a soft sheen, ideal for blouses, kurtis, dresses and linings. We stock plain dyed glace cotton in 20 shades. See all glace cotton shades →
Does cotton fabric shrink?
Cotton can shrink slightly on the first wash. Wash it once in cold water before stitching, or leave a little extra in the measurements.
How do I wash cotton fabric?
Wash in cold water and dry in the shade. Wash dark and printed cotton separately the first few times in case the colour runs.