Merchant & Mills : Bilberry Watercolour Cotton Check
A bright colourful check - this large scale check is made up of bright pinks, blues, greens, yellow and orange.
This Indian cotton is delicate and lightweight, so perfect for Summer sewing. They can be used for scarves, tops or dresses with some fullness. You can also use them for patchwork or home projects like semi sheer curtains.
- 2.4oz, 80gsm.
- 147cm wide.
- 100% organic cotton.
- Check Size - 5 x 5cm.
- Pattern repeat - 35cm
- Country of origin: India.
- For the first couple of washes, place the fabric in the washing machine drum at 30 or 40 degrees with a handful of table salt. This will help fix the dye to prevent it running.
Fabric is priced per metre. 1 metre = 39 inches. Minimum cut is .5 metres for garment fabrics.
Merchant & Mills
Merchant & Mills is a UK-based company celebrated for its beautifully curated range of high-quality fabrics, sewing patterns, and expertly crafted notions. Founded in Rye, East Sussex, Merchant & Mills champions a minimalist and functional approach to garment making, emphasizing timeless style and craftsmanship. Known for its thoughtfully designed patterns and sustainable fabric collections, the brand empowers makers with tools and materials to create durable, elegant, and practical clothing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sewist, Merchant & Mills inspires creativity with an ethos of quality and simplicity.
Shop News
Printed & Inspired : Summer Is Here!
Summer has finally arrived and warm weather sewing patterns are starting to appear from our wide format printer. Summer dresses and tunics for staying cool and patterns for upcoming virtual classes with us are proving to be popular however surprisingly pants are the clear winner recently. From flowing wide legs to structured barrel jeans everyone appears to be making pants right now.
We love discovering new indie pattern designers along with you through our A0 PDF Printing Services. Below are a few of the A0 PDF patterns we printed since the beginning of May, maybe they’ll inspire your next make too!
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Madswick - Delft Dress
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True Bias - Lander shorts
- Tauko - Panel Trousers
- Merchant & Mills Tee Shirt
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BF Patterns - Sabrina Skirt
- Allie Olson - Ponderosa Pants
- Just Patterns - Kiara Knit Dress
- Sew Liberated - Studio Tunic
- Merchant & Mills Sanda Jacket
- Helen's Closet - Falconer Pants
- Love Notions - Opus Vest
- Thread Theory - Jutland Pants
All of these patterns came through our A0 PDF pattern printing service - a wonderful way to explore new designers and level up your handmade wardrobe. If you haven’t tried it yet, it’s simple to upload your files and we’ll print, fold, and ship them right to you or choose local pick up at our Parkdale Pick up Point or here in Sprucedale.
Printed & Inspired : Me Made May
Happy Me Made May! It's that time of the year when the sewing community wears and shares our handmade wardrobe online and in person. This month is a great opportunity to get inspired and to discover new makers and patterns you'd like to try.
Printed & Inspired : Spring Dresses & Cozy Jackets
There’s something empowering about sewing from a PDF pattern. Instant access. No waiting. A whole new world of independent designers at your fingertips. We love discovering new indie pattern designers along with you through our A0 PDF Printing Services.