Buying fabric by the yard
Our cotton is sold by length. Choose the number of yards you need and we cut it as one continuous piece — usually up to around 6 yards in a single run, depending on the design — so the print runs uninterrupted. (We do not offer fabric swatches at the moment.)
Fabric width
Widths vary from cloth to cloth, so please check the individual product page for the exact width before planning your cut.
How much fabric do I need?
A rough guide — your pattern, size and the fabric width will change this:
| Project | Approx. fabric |
|---|---|
| Simple top / blouse | 1.5–2 yards |
| Skirt | 2–2.5 yards |
| Dress / kaftan | 2.5–3.5 yards |
| Cushion covers (pair) | 1 yard |
| Curtains (per panel) | 3–5 yards |
Matching lengths
Block prints carry natural variation in placement and tone. If you need lengths to match, buy them together in one order so they are cut from the same run.
Shrinkage
Cotton can shrink a little on the first wash. If exact finished measurements matter, pre-wash before cutting — see the care guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many yards do I need for a dress?
Around 2.5–3.5 yards for most dresses, depending on length and size — check the product page for the width.
Will the fabric shrink?
A little on the first wash. Pre-wash before cutting if precise measurements matter.
Garment size chart
Our kaftans and dresses follow this size chart. Figures are body measurements — choose the size closest to yours; the relaxed, hand-finished cut allows easy room. As each piece is hand block printed and made to order, allow roughly an inch of variance.
Inches
| Label | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust/Chest | 34" | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" | 46" | 48" | 48" |
| Waist | 32" | 34" | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" | 46" | 48" |
| Hips | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" | 46" | 48" | 48" | 52" |
| Full Length | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" | 48" |
| Knee Length | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" | 42" |
| Shoulder | 14" | 14.5" | 15" | 15.5" | 16" | 16" | 17" | 17" | 17" |
| Armhole | 18" | 18" | 20" | 20" | 20" | 21" | 21" | 21" | 21" |
| Sleeve Length (3/4) | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" | 15" |
| Sleeve Length (Full) | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" |
Centimetres
| Label | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust/Chest | 85 cm | 90 cm | 95 cm | 100 cm | 105 cm | 110 cm | 115 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm |
| Waist | 80 cm | 85 cm | 90 cm | 95 cm | 100 cm | 105 cm | 110 cm | 115 cm | 120 cm |
| Hips | 90 cm | 95 cm | 100 cm | 105 cm | 110 cm | 115 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 130 cm |
| Full Length | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm | 120 cm |
| Knee Length | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm | 105 cm |
| Shoulder | 35 cm | 36.25 cm | 37.5 cm | 38.75 cm | 40 cm | 40 cm | 42.5 cm | 42.5 cm | 42.5 cm |
| Armhole | 45 cm | 45 cm | 50 cm | 50 cm | 50 cm | 52.5 cm | 52.5 cm | 52.5 cm | 52.5 cm |
| Sleeve Length (3/4) | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm | 37.5 cm |
| Sleeve Length (Full) | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm | 56.25 cm |
Unsure of your fit? Contact us with your measurements and we'll recommend a size.
How to measure
Hold the tape horizontally to measure:
- Chest/Bust — around the widest part
- Waist — around the narrowest part
- Hip — around the widest part, keeping the feet close together
- Inseam — from the crotch to the floor
- Height — from the top of the head to the floor, keeping a straight posture
Choosing your length
Our kaftans and dresses are a relaxed, free size — check your bust, waist and hip against the chart above, then choose a length for how it falls.
| Length | Falls |
|---|---|
| 36 inches | Above the knee |
| 44 inches | Mid-calf (midi) |
| 48 inches | Ankle-length (maxi) |