Atelier 27 Poppy print fine cotton poplin fabric, poppy flowers on warm vanilla background

Fine Cotton Poplin Fabric – Poppy Print Limited Edition | Atelier 27

$15.95 USD
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Atelier 27 Poppy print fine cotton poplin fabric, poppy flowers on warm vanilla background
  • Atelier 27 Poppy print fine cotton poplin fabric, poppy flowers on warm vanilla background
  • Close-up of Poppy print poplin by Atelier 27 showing botanical detail on vanilla ground
  • Atelier 27 Poppy print cotton poplin draped showing lightweight hand and print scale
  • Atelier 27 Poppy print fine cotton poplin fabric, poppy flowers on warm vanilla background
  • Close-up of Poppy print poplin by Atelier 27 showing botanical detail on vanilla ground
  • Atelier 27 Poppy print cotton poplin draped showing lightweight hand and print scale
Fine Cotton Poplin Fabric – Poppy Print Limited Edition | Atelier 27

Fine Cotton Poplin Fabric – Poppy Print Limited Edition | Atelier 27

$15.95 USD

Soft, summery, and quietly lovely. The Poppy print from Atelier Vingt-Sept is a fine 100% cotton poplin with a charming poppy flower motif in warm red-orange on a vanilla cream background, surrounded by soft warm-beige foliage. It's the kind of print that feels like a French country afternoon — easy, beautiful, and a little romantic.

Atelier 27 describe this fabric as "chatoyante" — shimmering — with the poppy motif and its warm-toned foliage catching the light beautifully. Light enough to float in a gathered skirt, structured enough for a crisp blouse, the Poppy print is a genuine wardrobe-builder that works from spring through autumn.

About Atelier Vingt-Sept

Atelier 27 (Atelier Vingt-Sept) is an independent French fabric brand creating exclusive printed fabrics in limited small-batch quantities. Designed in France, printed in Italy with OEKO-TEX 100 certification. Their Poppy print has earned rave reviews — rated 5 stars by every customer who has sewn with it, described as "magnifique," "douce, facile à travailler" (soft, easy to work with), and "bonne qualité."

What Can You Make?

Dresses, blouses, shirts, pyjamas, and accessories — the Poppy print works in coordinates too: sew a top and matching shorts for a complete summer look. Beginner-friendly fabric with a beautifully polished finish. Featured makes from Atelier 27's community include blouses, wrap dresses, and relaxed summer shirts. Since this is a semi-sheer poplin, whether you need a lining depends on the silhouette: a slim-fitting bodice or fitted blouse will need one, while flowy or gathered styles generally don't.

✂️ Fabric Details

  • Composition: 100% Cotton
  • Certification: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
  • Design: Created in France, printed in Italy
  • Colorway: Poppy red-orange flowers on vanilla cream with warm beige foliage
  • Weight: 90 g/m² — fine, lightweight poplin
  • Width: 147 cm usable
  • Opacity: Semi-sheer — lining needed for slim-fitting styles; gathered/flowy styles are usually fine unlined
  • Stretch: None — woven

🪡 Sewing Tips

Fine cotton poplin is one of the most beginner-friendly fabrics available. Sharp needle (70/10), short stitch, and you're set. Use French seams for a couture finish inside blouses and dresses. This print is semi-sheer, so plan a bodice lining for a slim-fitting blouse or dress; a flowy silhouette or one with gathers generally doesn't need one. Pre-wash before cutting — cotton shrinks slightly on first wash and you want accurate sizing.

🧺 Care Instructions

Machine wash 30°C, delicate cycle, inside out. Hang to dry or tumble dry low. Iron on medium–high heat while slightly damp. Always pre-wash fabric before cutting.

How It's Sold

Sold by the half yard (0.5m). Continuous length. For 1 yard select 2, for 1.5 yards select 3.

OEKO-TEX 100 certified. Designed in France. Printed in Italy. Limited edition — no restocks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I sew with this fabric?

Dresses, blouses, shirts, pyjamas, and accessories — this fine cotton poplin is light enough to float in a gathered skirt and structured enough for a crisp blouse, and it's beginner-friendly to sew.

How much fabric do I need for a dress or blouse?

Fabric is sold by the half yard, cut in one continuous piece. A fitted top typically takes 2–3 half-yard units, a blouse or shirt 3–4, and a midi dress 5–6 — order 4 units for 2 continuous yards.

Will it shrink?

A little — as a natural cellulosic fiber, cotton can shrink slightly (typically a few percent) on first wash. We recommend pre-washing before cutting so your fabric is already in the state it'll be worn in.

Is it see-through?

This is a semi-sheer poplin, so whether you'll want a lining depends on your garment: a slim-fitting bodice or fitted blouse will need one, while a flowy garment or one with gathers is usually fine unlined.

What needle and thread should I use?

A sharp/universal needle (70/10–80/12) with all-purpose polyester thread; test on a scrap first.

Is it really limited edition?

Yes — Atelier 27 prints each design in a single small run in France and never reprints it. When our bolt sells out, this print is gone for good. We stock it here in the US, so there are no import shipping, tariff, or customs processing fees.

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