100% Cotton Calico Fabric | 60″ Extra Wide | Natural, White & Black

Discover one of the most versatile and durable textiles in the crafting world with our premium 100% Cotton Calico Fabric. Unlike fully processed craft cottons, calico retains a slightly heavier, plainer weave, making it exceptionally strong, breathable, and easy to handle.

A standout feature of our calico is its generous 60-inch (150cm) extra-wide finish. This provides significantly more fabric per metre than standard rolls, making it incredibly cost-effective for large-scale projects, seamless quilt backings, and bulk dressmaking.

Why Choose Our Calico?

• The “Natural” Finish: Our Natural colourway is unbleached and partially processed, retaining the beautiful, organic cotton husks within the weave for an authentic rustic look.

• Extra Wide (60″): Exceptional value for money that reduces the need for joining seams on large projects.

• 150 GSM Medium Weight: Sturdy enough to hold its shape, yet lightweight enough to sew effortlessly on a standard domestic machine.

• Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Certified: Tested to be free from harmful substances, ensuring it is safe for all crafting and clothing applications.

Ideal Uses

• Dressmaking Toiles (Mock-ups): The absolute gold standard for fashion students and designers creating prototype garments (toiles) on a dress form before cutting into expensive final fabrics.

• Tote Bags & Accessories: The strong, durable weave is perfect for crafting reusable shopping bags, aprons, and structured pouches.

• Embroidery & Printing: The smooth, stable surface takes screen printing, block printing, and hand embroidery beautifully.

• Home Décor: Excellent for rustic pillowcases, curtain linings, and upholstery base layers.

Specifications

• Composition: 100% Cotton

• Width: 150cm (approx. 60 Inches)

• Weight: 150 GSM (Medium Weight)

• Certification: Oeko-Tex Standard 100

• Colours Available: Natural (Unbleached), Brilliant White, and Black

• Lengths: Sold by the Metre, up to 50 Metre bulk rolls

Expert Sewing Tips for Calico

1. Always Pre-Wash: Because calico is a minimally processed natural fiber, it will shrink on its first wash (sometimes up to 5-10%). Always pre-wash and dry your calico exactly as you plan to wash the finished item before you start cutting.

2. Ironing: Calico can hold a crease well, which is great for pressing seams! Use a hot iron with plenty of steam to smooth it out after pre-washing.

3. Finishing Edges: Calico can fray at the raw edges due to its plain weave. If you are making an unlined item like a tote bag, finish your seams with a zig-zag stitch, an overlocker, or use French seams for a professional look.