Cotton Drill Fabric – Lightweight (200gsm) – 147cm Wide
Cotton Drill is a durable, tightly woven fabric featuring a distinctive diagonal twill weave that enhances its strength and structure. This lightweight 200gsm version offers excellent breathability while maintaining the durability associated with drill fabrics. It is a versatile choice for a wide range of applications, from clothing to home furnishings.
What is Cotton Drill?
Cotton Drill is a twill-weave fabric made from 100% cotton, recognizable by its strong diagonal ribbing. The twill weave makes it more durable and resistant to wear and tear compared to plain-weave cotton fabrics.
Drill fabric comes in various weights, from lightweight versions like this 200gsm fabric (suitable for garments and soft furnishings) to heavier 300gsm+ versions used for industrial workwear and upholstery.
This lighter-weight drill offers a balance between structure and breathability, making it ideal for projects requiring both durability and comfort.
What is It Used For?
🔹 Clothing & Apparel
- Lightweight cotton drill is a popular choice for uniforms, casual trousers, skirts, jackets, and workwear where breathability is key.
- Used in structured garments that need a crisp, clean finish.
🔹 Crafting & Home Furnishings
- Ideal for making cushion covers, aprons, tote bags, and curtains.
- Can be used for quilting and patchwork projects that require a sturdier fabric.
🔹 Lining & Backing Fabric
- Works well as a backing fabric for projects like soft furnishings, upholstery, and even light-duty bag making.
🔹 DIY & Upholstery
- Can be used for light upholstery, chair seat covers, and protective coverings due to its strength and flexibility.
Key Features & Benefits
✅ Durable & Strong – The twill weave construction enhances durability, making it resistant to wear and tear.
✅ Lightweight & Breathable – At 200gsm, it is lighter than traditional workwear drill, offering better breathability and comfort.
✅ 100% Natural Cotton – Soft to the touch and easy to handle, with excellent absorbency.
✅ Easy to Sew & Work With – Ideal for beginners and experienced sewists alike.
✅ Versatile & Multi-Purpose – Suitable for clothing, crafts, and home furnishing projects.
✅ Twill Weave Structure – Provides a subtle diagonal texture that adds to its aesthetic appeal.
Fabric Details
📏 Width: 147cm
⚖ Weight: Approx. 200gsm (lightweight cotton drill)
🧵 Composition: 100% Cotton
🎨 Colours: Available in a range of colours (subject to stock availability)
This lightweight cotton drill is a go-to fabric for makers who need a breathable yet sturdy material. Whether you're sewing garments, making home accessories, or crafting, this fabric delivers strength, durability, and comfort in one.
Please note that if more than one piece of fabric is ordered it will come as one continuous piece as it is cut from the roll, however the rolls do have a maximum length therefore larger orders may be sent in multiple pieces.
While every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the colours depicted in our images, please be aware that due to monitor resolution, lighting, photo processing software and other factors it is almost impossible to represent colour to 100% accuracy.
