Another lovely fabric in stock at Minerva, this challis is ideal for dressmaking. A Minerva exclusive, this gorgeous Feline Flecks design is printed onto the most wonderful quality viscose challis base cloth.Viscose is a fibre that is derived from wood pulp, making it a natural fabric that is more breathable than cotton.Our viscose challis is a super soft 100% viscose woven fabric with a plain weave and no stretch. It is soft, silky and has plenty of drape, making this fabric the perfect choice for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, summer trousers, shorts and more.At 120 grams per square metre, this fabric is classed as a light to medium weight. The fabric in most colourways is opaque and should not require lining, on lighter colour prints you may wish to line your garment or wear a slip for more fitted styles. We recommend sewing this fabric with a new fine sharps needle for best results. Minerva Exclusive offers a brand of fabric called Challis, which is a lightweight material perfect for dressmaking. This particular fabric features a pattern of animals, adding a fun and unique touch to any sewing project. With a width of 150cm / 60", there is plenty of fabric to work with. The composition is 100% Viscose, ensuring a soft and comfortable feel. The fabric is black in colour, making it versatile and easy to match with other fabrics or accessories. It is recommended to wash this fabric at 30 degrees to maintain its quality. With a weight of 120 gsm, it is lightweight and easy to work with. Sewing enthusiasts will love using this Minerva Exclusive fabric for their dressmaking projects.