Cotton Lawn Fabric – Rainbow Meadow | Lady McElroy

Designed by British textile house Lady McElroy, this cotton lawn fabric features the Rainbow Meadow print with vibrant, multicolor florals set against a navy background. The digitally printed design brings bold color while remaining balanced and wearable for garment sewing.

The fine Marlie Care lawn weave creates a smooth, lightweight fabric with excellent breathability. Its soft hand and gentle drape make it comfortable to sew and ideal for garments that require lightness and clean finishes.

Key Features

• 100% cotton Marlie Care lawn

• Lightweight fabric with soft drape

• Smooth, tightly woven surface

• Garment-quality fabric suitable for regular wear

Ideal For

• Blouses, shirts, dresses, and skirts

• Lightweight linings and layered garments

• Sewists who enjoy colorful prints on fine cotton fabrics

Limited Edition — this print is produced in a limited run and not reprinted once sold out. When this fabric is gone, it is gone for good.

A considered choice for garments you’ll reach for again and again.

Sold by the half yard.

✂️ Fabric Details

Design: Rainbow Meadow floral print
Colorway: Multicolor florals on a navy background
Composition: 100% cotton (Marlie Care lawn)
Weight: 85 g/m² (2.5 oz/yd²)
Width: 140 cm (55")
Pattern repeat: 75 cm (29.5")
Stretch: None
Opacity: Opaque
Country of origin: Europe

🪡 Sewing Tips

Prewash before cutting to allow for any shrinkage. Use a fine needle suitable for lightweight cottons and press gently for crisp seams.

🧺 Care Instructions

Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle.
Line dry.
Iron at a low to medium temperature as needed.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What can I sew with the Rainbow Meadow cotton lawn?

Blouses, shirts, dresses, and skirts — it also works beautifully for lightweight linings and layered garments.

How much fabric do I need?

Most blouses take 1.5–2 yards (3–4 half-yard units) and most dresses 2.5–3.5 yards (5–7 units). At 55" wide, this fabric is wider than many quilting cottons, so you may need less than your pattern envelope suggests.

Will it shrink?

Fine cotton lawn typically shrinks 2–3% on the first wash. Prewash before cutting.

Is it see-through?

No — it is opaque in normal wear, so no lining is needed.

What needle and thread should I use?

A fine 70/10 universal or Microtex needle with all-purpose polyester thread. Press gently for crisp seams.

Is it really limited edition?

Yes — this is a small-batch limited run and will not be reprinted once sold out. We stock it here in the US, so there is no import shipping or customs from the UK.

Are you an authorized Lady McElroy stockist?

Yes — Sew Fabric Obsessed is an authorized Lady McElroy “Go Greener” stockist, and every cut ships from our US studio.