Fabric by the meter

Fabric by the metre: the importance of fabric choice

Every sewing project begins with a fundamental decision: the choice of fabric. This choice is not to be taken lightly, as it determines not only the aesthetic appearance, but also the quality and durability of the final product. The material, the texture, the fall and the behaviour of the fabric under the needle are all elements that influence the success of a creation.

Choosing fabric by the metre frees you from the constraints of pre-cuts and allows you to tailor your purchases to the specific needs of each project.

Fleur de Soleil can help you with your sewing projects, and to make your customer experience even more reassuring and satisfying, we can send you free fabric samples.

Cotton fabric by the metre

Easy to work with, our 100% cotton fabric is woven in Gérardmer in the Vosges mountains. It's a guarantee of quality cotton for your projects. Plain, floral or designer, choose from our wide range of patterns. 

For your information, the width of our cotton per metre is 160 cm. 

Coated fabric by the metre

Popular for making everyday items, aprons, bibs or waterproof jackets, our coated cotton is made in France. 

Please note that when sewing coated cotton with your machine, we strongly recommend the use of a Teflon or roller foot: for Janome, Husqvarna, Juki or Pfaff brands, you'll find these accessories here. 

Our coated cotton is woven in widths of 160 cm.

Tablecloth fabric

Coated fabric by the metre is ideal for use as tablecloths by the metre, in fact you can use the yard cut or hemmed as a tablecloth.

Velvet by the metre

A collection of polyester velvet fabrics, very soft, supple and even silky, a quality velvet with which you can sew and make a whole range of products:

- for the home: cushions, quilts, bedspreads, curtains, tablecloths...

- for clothing: velvet coats, jackets, dresses, scarves...

- Furniture and upholstery: armchairs, sofas, chairs upholstered with this velvet whose resistance to abrasion and tearing makes it ideal for upholstery.

Our velvet fabrics are available in widths of 140 cm.

Fabric Coupons

For your small sewing projects, we offer coated cotton coupons as well as fabric remnants by the kilo.

Coated cotton coupons

Discover our range of coated cotton fabric yarns. The entire collection is produced in the Vosges region (without toxic products: Oeko-Tex label).

Buying coupons allows you to vary your designs to suit your projects and avoid wasting fabric.

Our fabric coupon measures 50x80cm and is ideal for your sewing, card making or other craft projects.

Scraps per kilo

The use of fabric remnants should not be overlooked; they represent a fantastic opportunity to explore various upcycled creations while adopting a respectful zero waste approach.

Fleur de Soleil encourages this responsible practice by offering scraps at a low price per 3kg box. You'll find lots of tutorials and free patterns on our blog. The boxes are mainly made of coated cotton in a variety of patterns: floral, geometric, plain, stripes... 

Measuring and estimating fabric

Because it is not always easy to estimate the right yardage for a piece of work (pattern placed, pattern to be repeated...), because a floral pattern is not worked like a plain one, Fleur de Soleil is here to help you in your creative adventure. You can contact us on 09 71 43 38 70 or by e-mail contact@fleurdesoleil.fr

Measuring guide

Measuring your project is essential to determine the exact amount of fabric you need. The correct use of the right tools guarantees this essential precision to avoid any waste or lack of material during the creative process.

Carefully calculating the amount of fabric you'll need, and anticipating the extra you'll need for adjustments, may seem complicated, but it's an essential skill for any professional or experienced amateur seamstress. Practical advice is always useful to avoid common mistakes that can get in the way of the ideal project.

Estimating by theme and design

Estimating becomes more difficult if the chosen motif or design has repetitive elements that require perfect alignment; in this case, more planning is required to minimise waste while maintaining the original artistic intent. In the case of a complex design, it's best to be clever about placement in order to save material without compromising the aesthetic intent.