Woven in the heart of Yorkshire, this exceptional tweed celebrates everything that makes true British cloth so special. Crafted from pure wool by master weavers, it carries that unmistakable woollen handle, warm, sturdy, and full of character, born from generations of textile skill.
Each design is thoughtfully created, blending subtle tones and traditional weaving techniques to produce a cloth with real depth and authenticity. Whether the pattern is bold or understated, classic or contemporary, every Yorkshire Tweed tells its own story, of windswept moors, time-honoured craftsmanship, and cloth built to last.
Weight: Medium
GSM: 290
Composition: 100% Wool
Width: 152cm / 59.8inch
Length pattern repeat: 25cm / 9.8inch
Width pattern repeat: 20.5cm / 8inch
Shades: This sublime Yorkshire tweed check features a palette of fireside hues, glowing amongst the grey-green melange of a granite stone hearth. The warm glow of golden amber and burning ember red catches the eye with their diagonal twill lines echoing the spiralling tongues of a flaming fire.
Design:A twill-woven plaid where each intersection of colour creates beautifully subtle nuances. The layered hues work in harmony, producing depth and movement across the surface,a visually engaging pattern that remains classic yet characterful.
Overall: A warm, welcoming Glen Check infused with the glow of the hearth. This colour story blends timeless countryside tradition with a cosy, fireside richness, perfect for creating garments with a naturally inviting presence.
Texture: Rustic yet refined, producing a slightly soft but structured feel, ideal for tactile appreciation.
Handle: A super malleable and stable hand with structure in the length and width, and a generous bias ease.
Drape: Together, these properties create a fabulous all-rounder fabric that boasts a drape you can trust to form pretty gathers, crisp pleats, frills, flounces, and ruffles.
Types: Perfect for fashioning classic outerwear and hard-wearing separates. Start with simple, stylish waistcoats, pencil skirts or A-line skirts. Add a complementary lining for garments that will soon become perennial favourites. Tried and tested, these medium-weight materials have a variety of stylish and practical uses, from clothing and accessories to home furnishings and so much more.
Patterns:Consider patterns such as the Cordelia Trousers,theJemima Waistcoat, the Belvedere Waistcoat, theAmelia Skirt, theIlford Jacket, theKusama Jacket,theKyoto Jacket,theLyon Jacket,The Blazer,The Coat,Verona Jacketand The Frame Bag.
Accessories:Complete your outfits with matching accessories: hats, caps, neck warmers, mittens and wrist-warmers.
Furnishings:Use this hard-wearing, yet soft classic wool to create a range of coordinating soft furnishings such as curtains, blinds, throws, blankets and cushions for truly harmonious styling in the home.
Upcycling:Don't let your scraps go to waste; use them for appliqud cushions, bags, door stops, and draught excluders.
