Cotton Lawn Fabric – Brushstroke Smoke | Lady McElroy

Designed by British textile house Lady McElroy, this cotton lawn fabric features the Brushstroke print in soft smoke tones with abstract, painterly markings. The fine Marlie Care lawn weave creates a smooth, lightweight surface with excellent breathability, making it well suited for garment sewing.

The Smoke colorway reads as watercolor patches of sage, ochre, dusty plum and grey-blue — quieter than the vivid Original Brushstroke, and easy to pair with solids already in your wardrobe. It keeps a soft hand and gentle drape while retaining enough structure for clean seams and refined details.

Key Features

• 100% cotton Marlie Care lawn

• Lightweight fabric with soft drape

• Smooth, fine weave with breathable comfort

• Garment-quality fabric suitable for regular wear

Ideal For

• Blouses, dresses, skirts, and lightweight tops

• Cover-ups, scarves, and accessories

• Sewists who enjoy expressive 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: Brushstroke print
Colorway: Smoke
Composition: 100% cotton (Marlie Care lawn)
Weight: 85 g/m² (2.5 oz/yd²)
Width: 140 cm (55")
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 to achieve 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 Brushstroke Smoke cotton lawn?

Blouses, dresses, skirts, and lightweight tops — plus cover-ups, scarves, and accessories.

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.