Viscose Fabric

Viscose fabric for fluid dresses and blouses

Viscose fabric is ideal if you like clothing that feels light, drapes beautifully and is comfortable to wear. It has a natural, elegant flow and feels soft against the skin. This makes viscose particularly suitable for dresses, blouses, skirts and wide-leg trousers that move gracefully with you. The result is clothing that looks refined and feels good in everyday wear.

What is viscose fabric?

Viscose is a semi-natural fibre made from cellulose, usually derived from wood pulp. It feels soft and smooth, often has a subtle sheen and breathes better than many fully synthetic fabrics. You get the comfort of a natural fibre combined with a refined, silky appearance.

Viscose can be woven into different qualities: light and airy for summer garments, or slightly heavier for blouses, dresses and skirts that need a bit more structure. Sometimes viscose is blended with other fibres, for example linen or cotton, to achieve a certain look or add extra comfort.

Uses for viscose fabrics

Viscose is a true all-round fabric. You can use it to make, among other things:

• flowing dresses and summer dresses

• elegant blouses and tops

• skirts, wrap skirts and maxi skirts

• wide-leg trousers and culottes

• tunics and kaftans

Thanks to its supple drape, the fabric follows the body nicely without looking tight or stiff. This makes viscose very suitable for garments you want to wear both smart and casual. With a plain viscose you create timeless basics; with a printed viscose you instantly give your garment a distinctive, personal look.

Viscose fabrics at StoffenBestellen.nl

In this category you will find a wide range of viscose fabrics by the metre, from calm solid colours to striking digital prints. For every fabric, we list details such as fibre content, fabric width and a clear description of the drape and intended use. This helps you see at a glance whether a fabric is better suited to a breezy blouse or to a dress or skirt.

Because you can order viscose in 50-centimetre increments, you can match the amount of fabric exactly to the sewing pattern you plan to use. If you are hesitating between several prints, the product photos and descriptions will help you make a good choice and perhaps find a beautiful combination with a matching plain fabric. Looking for special prints? Then be sure to check out our TST viscose printed fabrics. For timeless basics, you can opt for a plain viscose fabric.

Tips for sewing with viscose

You will find viscose easiest to work with if you keep a few simple points in mind. It is best to pre-wash the fabric, as viscose can shrink slightly. After washing, press the fabric smooth again before cutting, so your pattern pieces lie straight on the grain.

Use a fine needle (for example size 70 or 80) and a regular straight stitch. Because viscose drapes softly and can be a little slippery, it helps not to move very large pattern pieces all at once and to guide the fabric gently while sewing.

Frequently asked questions about viscose fabrics

Does viscose crease easily?

Viscose can crease a bit, especially in very lightweight qualities. This is part of the character of the fabric, but most creases can be removed quickly with a warm (not too hot) iron.

Is viscose suitable for beginners?

Yes, the slightly heavier qualities are usually very manageable for beginners. Very thin, fluid viscose requires a bit more experience when cutting and sewing.

What is the difference between viscose and cotton?

Cotton often feels drier and more structured, while viscose has a softer, more silky drape. Both fabrics are breathable; the choice mainly depends on the look and feel you want for your garment.