Browse our beautiful, textural 'single origin' linens, grown, spun and woven in Lithuania. US-based Robert Kaufman fabrics produces a classic collection of 'Essex' linen/cotton blends that are beloved of garment sewers, quilters and crafters the world over. Yarn-dyed and textural, and a mid-to-light weight that will wash and wear beautifully.

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Established in 2013, The Drapery is a real, bricks-and-mortar fabric shop in Adelaide, South Australia, as well as this online store you are currently perusing. Jane and Fiona, pictured, are the humans behind the business. Not so much 'behind' really since we're here front and centre all the time - hello!

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NB: Take notes of your fabric selections. When you get to the 'Cart' page at checkout, write them in the box marked 'Special instructions for seller'. Your choice of up to five fabrics from our online selection. Small snippets, on tags with all details, for those who like to examine colours, weights and textures in person but can't make it into our store.

Reviews (7)

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Pat Overheu

Jan 20, 2022

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I recently ordered some patterns from The Drapery. I live in Albany, Western Australia but spent most of my childhood in the Barossa Valley and Adelaide. I was delighted to find a store in Australia which sold Merchant and Mills patterns as my enjoyment of sewing dresses has been reunited and I love these patterns. When I opened the package, I couldn't actually believe the care which was taken to wrap these simple items so beautifully. I opened and re-packaged the patterns three times... I can't wait to get started on my sewing adventure BUT if I never take scissors to the paper or put material

Adriana D.

Jul 02, 2019

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Always a great online shopping experience. The quality of service and products are top notch. The thank you notes and the little bag of colourful lollies always put a smile on my face. These ladies are awesome.

Michelle Driver

Jun 16, 2019

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Lovely little shop with beautiful fabrics and lots of indie sewing patterns. Beautiful selection of Liberty Cotton Lawn, and lots of linen. Love the way garments are hanging in the shop for inspiration! Mainly natural colours, and very little jersey ... but the shop is very niche due to its size.

Susan Jennings

Nov 05, 2018

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Gorgeous speciality fabrics.... And sincere passionate service. A must visit

Liz C.

Oct 03, 2018

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Thank you ladies. You are all kind, helpful, knowledgeable and stock a fantastic range! It is always a pleasure to visit this treasure trove.

Jo Ivory

Nov 23, 2017

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Beautiful fabric and pattern shop, very inspirational and very helpful staff

Sharon Clues

Sep 19, 2016

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This is an absolutely BEAUTIFUL fabric store. they have an awesome range of beautiful fabrics and patterns and the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. my favourite fabric store in South Australia :)