Fabrics

Fabric by the metre, from a Melbourne fabric store that's been doing this for 40+ years

We're Super Cheap Fabrics, a family-run fabric store in Collingwood, Melbourne. We've been cutting fabric for sewers, designers, students and makers for more than 40 years, first over the counter and, for the past few years, online as well.

Everything here is cut to order by the metre, so you buy exactly what your project needs. Every product page tells you the width, the GSM (how heavy the fabric is) and what it's made of, so there are no surprises when your parcel arrives. And if you'd rather see and touch it first, come and visit us at 153 Sackville St, Collingwood VIC 3066.

Stuck between two fabrics? Call our team on 03 8456 2500 or email shop@supercheapfabrics.com.au. Tell us what you're making and we'll point you to the right fabric. You will talk to a real person.

Shop fabric by type

Natural fibres

• Linen: cool, strong and breathable, with that relaxed crumple people love. Our range includes pure Italian linen and easy-care linen blends.
• Cotton: the all-rounder. Soft, easy to sew and easy to wash, in prints, solids, poplin and shirting.
• Silk: pure silk georgette and silk chiffon with a natural drape and soft sheen, for the pieces you want to feel special.
• Wool: wool suiting, wool cashmere coating and melton for coats, blazers and proper winter tailoring.
• Muslin: soft cotton double gauze that gets softer every wash. A favourite for baby wraps, swaddles and summer shirts.

Drapey dressmaking fabrics

• Satin: stretch satin, liquid satin, delustered and printed satin for gowns, slip dresses and anything with a bit of shine.
• Chiffon: light, sheer and floaty for overlays, blouses, scarves and flowing dresses.
• Rayon and viscose: soft, cool and fluid. If you want a summer dress that moves, start here.
• Lining: the hidden layer that makes a garment hang properly and feel nice to wear.

Stretch and knits

• Lycra and printed lycra: stretch and recovery for activewear, dancewear, leggings and fitted tops.
• Knits: jersey, rib and textured knits that move with you and won't fray.
• Ponte: a stable double knit with structure. Great for work pants, dresses and skirts that need to hold their shape.

Bridal, lace and evening

• Designer bridal fabric: beaded, embellished and lace fabrics for wedding gowns and formal wear.
• Lace: corded, embroidered and stretch lace for bodices, overlays and trims.
• Tulle and organza: soft tulle for veils and tutus, crisp organza for volume and event styling.

Tailoring and heavier fabrics

• Suiting: microfibre, twill and wool blend suiting for trousers, blazers and uniforms.
• Denim and corduroy: hard-wearing cottons for jeans, jackets, skirts and pinafores.
• Canvas and duck: tough cotton canvas for tote bags, aprons and outdoor projects.

Home and upholstery

• Upholstery fabric: jacquards, velours, blockouts and textured weaves for sofas, chairs, cushions and curtains.
• Velvet and velour: soft, rich pile fabrics for cushions, throws and statement pieces.

Want something nobody else will have? Our designer deadstock fabric is end-of-roll fabric from fashion houses, and once a roll is gone, it's gone. Hunting for a bargain? Check our clearance fabric. And when you're ready to sew, we've got haberdashery and sewing patterns too.

How to choose the right fabric

Choosing fabric online can feel like a guessing game. It doesn't have to be. Three things on every product page tell you most of what you need: what it's made of, how heavy it is, and how wide it is.

What it's made of

Natural fibres like cotton, linen, silk and wool breathe, feel good against the skin and suit Australian summers. Synthetics like polyester, lycra and poly satin are usually cheaper, hold their colour, crease less and often stretch. Rayon and viscose sit in the middle: made from plant fibre, with a lovely soft drape, at a friendlier price than silk.

How heavy it is (GSM)

GSM means grams per square metre. Higher GSM means a heavier, more structured fabric. Here's a quick way to read it:

How wide it is, and how it stretches

Most of our fabrics are 110cm to 160cm wide, and the width is right there in the product name. Wider fabric often means fewer metres. With stretch fabric, check whether it's two-way (stretches one direction) or four-way (both directions). Leggings, swimwear and activewear need four-way.

How much fabric do I need?

Your pattern is always the best guide, because it lists the amount for your size and fabric width. If you're still deciding on a project, here's a rough idea for 140cm to 150cm wide fabric:

Our tip: buy a little extra if your print or check needs matching, or if it's a natural fibre you plan to pre-wash. Running short halfway through a project is never fun.

Why sewers keep coming back

• 40+ years in fabric. A family business that started behind a shop counter in Melbourne and now ships across Australia and New Zealand.
• 115,000+ online customers and more than 10,000 five-star reviews.
• Honest prices. Quality fabric at low prices, plus trade pricing when you're buying in bulk.
• Free shipping on Australian orders over $119.
• No guesswork. Width, GSM and composition on every listing, and swatches if you want to check before you commit.
• People you can talk to. Call 03 8456 2500, email us, or pop into the shop.

Your questions, answered