The Minerva Double Border Broderie Anglaise is an airy woven dressmaking fabric featuring delicate...The Minerva Double Border Broderie Anglaise is an airy woven dressmaking fabric featuring delicate embroidered eyelets and a floral border design. With a light-to-medium weight of approximately 110gsm, it is ideal for summer garments like blouses, dresses, and skirts. The fabric provides a soft texture and refined detail, suitable for projects where the border design can be showcased. It is machine washable at 40C and measures 150cm wide. The fabric is sold per metre and is cut as one continuous piece.
The Minerva Double Border Broderie Anglaise in Pink is a sophisticated, lightweight woven fabric perfect for dressmakers looking to create elegant summer attire like blouses, dresses, and skirts. This fabric is best suited for projects that highlight its intricate embroidered eyelets and distinct floral border design, though users should note that the lightweight 110gsm material may require a lining for full opacity in certain garment styles.
All features
Model Part Number
BA-DB-Pink
Brand
Minerva
Extended Product Information
FAQs
Is the fabric opaque?
At 110gsm, it is relatively sheer due to the eyelet embroidery. Most garments made with this fabric will require a lining.
Can I tumble dry this fabric?
It is recommended to air dry to prevent damage to the delicate embroidered details and minimize shrinkage.
Is the floral border on both sides?
Yes, this is a double border fabric, meaning the design runs along both 150cm-wide selvedges.
Does this fabric have stretch?
No, this is a non-stretch, woven fabric, which is ideal for structured garments like blouses and skirts.
How is the fabric sold?
The fabric is sold by the metre and will be cut as one continuous piece if you order multiple units.
Troubleshooting
Needle snagging the embroidery
Switch to a new, sharper needle and reduce the presser foot pressure slightly.
Fabric fraying at cut edges
Finish all raw seams with an overlocker or a zigzag stitch immediately after cutting.
Border design not matching up
Carefully align the selvages when folding the fabric and use extra pins or clips to hold the border pattern in place while cutting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Elegant aesthetic with intricate eyelet details
Versatile double border design for custom hem placement
Breathable and lightweight for summer wear
Easy maintenance with 40C machine wash compatibility
150cm width is ideal for most dress patterns
Cons
Lightweight nature may require lining for modesty
Floral border placement limits some pattern layouts
Delicate embroidery requires careful handling during sewing
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Preparation: Pre-wash your fabric at 40C to account for any potential minor shrinkage before cutting your pattern pieces.
Sewing Tips: Use a sharp, fine-point needle (Universal 70/10 or 80/12) to avoid snagging the delicate embroidery. Use a shorter stitch length if sewing over the eyelet sections to prevent the thread from pulling.
Cutting: Since the fabric features a directional floral border, ensure your pattern pieces are laid out in the same direction to keep the print consistent across the garment.
Care: Machine wash at 40C. For best results, air dry to preserve the integrity of the embroidered eyelets. Iron on a medium heat setting, preferably while slightly damp, to smooth out the fabric texture.