GOTS Organic Cotton Poplin Fabric | 100% Cotton (58″ Wide) | 130gsm

Price range: £7.46 through £11.39 Metre

Create sustainable, skin-friendly garments with our premium GOTS Certified Organic Cotton Poplin. Woven from 100% organic cotton grown without harmful pesticides, this fabric is the gold standard for eco-conscious dressmakers and parents making clothes for sensitive skin.

With a weight of 130gsm, this is a high-quality poplin. It features a tight, crisp weave that is smooth to the touch and opaque (non-see-through), making it perfect for shirts and summer dresses without needing a lining.

Why Choose Our Organic Poplin?

  • GOTS Certified: This is legally certified organic (Global Organic Textile Standard), ensuring it is ethical, sustainable, and free from toxic chemicals.

  • Extra Wide Width: At 147cm (58 inches) wide, you get significantly more fabric per metre than standard 44-inch quilting cottons.

  • Hypoallergenic: The absence of harsh chemicals makes it the #1 choice for baby clothes, nursery bedding, and people with eczema or allergies.

  • Easy to Sew: The crisp poplin structure means it doesn’t slip under the sewing foot, making it excellent for beginners.

Ideal Uses

  • Dressmaking: Crisp button-down shirts, tea dresses, and blouses that hold their shape.

  • Baby & Kids: Rompers, bibs, and crib sheets that are safe against newborn skin.

  • Quilting: A smooth, durable base for patchwork and heirloom quilts.

  • Face Masks: The tight weave offers good filtration while remaining breathable.

Specifications

  • Composition: 100% Organic Cotton

  • Certification: GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)

  • Width: 147cm – 150cm (approx. 58 inches)

  • Weight: 130 GSM (Dressmaking Weight)

  • Weave: Poplin (Plain Weave)

  • Care: Machine Washable at 30°C. Tumble dry low.

Expert Sewing Tips for Organic Cotton

  1. Pre-Wash is Essential: Organic cotton is untreated and will shrink slightly (approx 5-7%) on the first wash. Always wash and dry the fabric before cutting your pattern.

  2. Needle Choice: Use a fresh Universal 80/12 or Microtex needle. Poplin has a tight weave, and a sharp needle ensures a perfectly straight stitch line.

  3. Ironing: Poplin loves steam! Use a hot iron with steam to get crisp, sharp seams and collars.

ColourBlack, Light Blue, Navy Blue, Old Rose, Pink, Tomato, White
Length1 Metre, 10 Metre, 20 Metre, 3 Metre, 30 Metre, 5 Metre, 50 Metre, 9cm x 9cm Sample
Width58 Inch
Composition100% Cotton
Weight130 GSM
Care Insturction30 Degrees – Machine Washable
Fire RetardantNo

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