'Alba' ~ Embroidered Cotton Voile
'Alba' ~ Embroidered Cotton Voile
- 135cm wide
- 100% Cotton
- Approx. 103gsm
- Non-Directional
The previous embroidered white cotton I had in stock ('Arabelle') was a huge hit! While it is unavailable now, I found this gorgeous alternative. It hasn't got the scalloped edge like Arabella, and as there isn't quite as much embroidery, it's a bit lighter and softer. As per 'Arabella', this is more of a winter white or ivory rather than a bright white. The embroidered design is so elegant. There are detailed fuller blooms as well as trails of smaller flowers. There is a bit of space in between the flowers so you might need to line any skirts. As for blouses, I think you'd be fine with a nude bra or cami. The groups of flowers face both directions along the grain, so you can make the most of your cloth with some economical cutting out. There is a bit of texture on the underside, but it is smooth. I'm sure you'll enjoy this beauty!
We stock so many beautiful sewing patterns that would be a perfect match with this fabric. Here are some Indie Pattern suggestions:
- Singuliere by Cousette - Espelette, Jupette, Sandelette, Bridgette, Soerette, Buchette, Bobinette, Miette, Blondinette, Djette, Matchette, Goelette, Huguette
- Monsterfabriken - Bonnie, Cina, Elizabeth, Elsa, Ester, Flora, Marika, Vanja
- Size Me Sewing - Serene Dress, Serene Jumpsuit, Serene Shirt, Vienne Dress.
- Ann Ringstrand - Holy Shirtdress, Gather Dress (and check out the SEW book).
- Atelier Brunette - La Jupe, Le Pyjama, La Chemisette, La Robe Chemise, La Robe Butterfly, La Blouse, Le Top, La Combinaison, La Chemise Boy.
- Seasons of East - Summer in New York, Autumn in London
- Sewing and the City - Mercer, Essex
- Merchant and Mills - Edie, Ellis and Hattie, Ellsworth, Factory, Florence, Shepherd, Winnie
- Now and Then - Beach Pyjamas, Tilbury, All Seasons, Hepburn, Revere, Amelie
- Atelier Jupe - Lynn, Zoey, Liv, Sienna, Frida, Tilda, Olivia, Emily, Chloe, Pippa, Lottie/Kate, Solange, Savannah, Lea, Alana, Este, Ava, Hannah, Gabrielle, Robyn, Lori
- The Avid Seamstress - The Blouse, The Everyday Shirt, The Raglan Dress, The Day Dress, The Pyjama Bottoms, Sun Dress, Jumpset Dress.
- Atelier Scammit - Petites Choses, Artesane, Astree, Vertige, Zephir, Arizona, Must, Frisson
- Closet Core Patterns – Cielo, Elodie, Charlie, Carolyn, Pauline, Kalle, Nicks, Jenna
- Folkwear Patterns – Mexico Dress (and Top), Japanese Kimono, Victorian Shirt, Chinese Jacket, Beach PJs, Afghan, Tibetan Chupa.
- Friday Pattern Co. – Sagebrush Top, Square Neck, Top Wilder Gown, Davenport, Saturday Skirt Set, Saguaro, Donny, Avenir, Butano. Hughes
- I AM Patterns – Barbara, Cassiopee, Gaia, Jain, Joy, Juliette, Lucienne, Sherazade, Cinderella, Irma, Octarine, Aura, Helios, Heset, Marty
- Maison Fauve - Tilda, Penelope, Zenith, Atlas, Lauren, Mia, Niki, Byzance, Violette, Marissa, Soho, Skyline, Chelsea, Haut Vol, Transat, Primrose, Hesperide, Rosalie, Belle Epine
- Named Patterns – Helmi, Reeta Shirt Dress, Ninni, Valo, Hali, Syli, Taiko, Lilja, Sylvi, Taiko, Sisko
- Papercut Patterns – Array, Nexus, Sequence, Tide, Ashling, Celestia
- Pauline Alice Patterns – Calvari, Reina, Cami.
- Pattern Fantastique – Calyx, Celestial, Vali
- The Assembly Line – Cuff Top, Cuff Dress, Oversized Shirt, The Shirt Dress, Front Pleat Shirt.
- Liberty Patterns - Beatrix, Natasha, Rosanna, Megan
- Sew House Seven - Romey, Remy, Sauvie, Wildwood
- Tilly and the Buttons - Mabel, Marnie, Lottie, Lyra, Stevie
- Stitched for Good - Chorizema, Waratah, Honeysuckle
- Wardrobe By Me - Freedom Dress, Perfect Tunic, Piper, Tropicana, Abbey, Balka, Palazzo, Puff Shirt, Tulip, Whisper.
Cloth Care:
While cotton can generally be machine washed and tumble dried without any problem, this has embroidery, so some care should be taken. Use a short / delicate cycle. Wash colours separately. The finished garment will last longer and look better if it is shaken out when wet and placed on a hanger to dry. Tumble drying will shorten the life of the garment, and potentially damage the embroidery. Do Not Tumble Dry. To prevent fading, wash inside out and dry in the shade. Cotton needs a warm to hot iron. Conduct a spot test. Cotton is dry cleanable.
