Classic 12 oz. Denim in Chambray - 55/56" Wide
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Classic 12 oz. Denim in Chambray - 55/56" Wide
Product details
UPC: Austin-Chambray
Brand: Gordon Fabrics Ltd
The gold standard for timeless, hard-wearing apparel. Crafted from 100% pure cotton, this genuine 12 oz. (406 GSM) denim delivers the sturdy handfeel, rugged durability, and authentic drape that purists love.
Because it contains zero synthetic stretch, it offers a structured silhouette that softens and molds naturally to the body over time. Finished with classic twill diagonal ribbing, it yields beautiful fading, whisker patterns, and character with every wash and wear—making it the quintessential canvas for heirloom handmade garments.
What to Make
Substantial without being unworkable on domestic machines, this versatile 12 oz. weight is suitable for tailored, utilitarian, and streetwear projects:
Pants & Jeans: Vintage-fit straight-leg jeans, wide-leg sailor trousers, barrel-leg pants, high-waisted mom jeans, and utility carpenter pants.
Jackets & Outerwear: Classic trucker jackets, workwear chore coats, overshirts, and longline utility dusters.
Overalls & Jumpsuits: Dungarees, boilersuits, utility coveralls, and workwear pinafores.
Structured Skirts: Button-front A-line skirts, pencil midi skirts with front slits, and mini skirts.
Bags & Hardwearing Accessories: Heavy-duty market totes, backpacks, aprons, tool rolls, and bucket hats.
Fabric Details & Specifications
Content: 100% Cotton
Weight: 12 oz. per square yard / 406 GSM (Heavyweight Denim)
Usable Width: 55/56” (140/142 cm)
Weave: Traditional right-hand or left-hand twill (rigid non-stretch woven)
Stretch: None (0%)
Opacity: 100% Opaque
Sewing & Care Recommendations
Needle: Jeans/Denim needle, size 90/14 to 110/18 (depending on the number of stacked layers)
Thread: Heavy-duty topstitching thread (for authentic jean seams) paired with standard all-purpose polyester in the bobbin
Sewing Tip: Use a "jeans humper" or clearance plate behind your presser foot to step easily over bulky flat-felled seam intersections.
Pre-Wash & Care: Expect 3–5% natural shrinkage. Pre-wash cold or warm and tumble dry low before cutting. For finished garments, wash inside out in cold water to preserve deep dye tones, or wash warm to encourage vintage-style high-contrast fading.
Return Policy
Products & Notions
Unused and unmodified products may be returned within 30 days of purchase, provided they are in their original, sellable condition.
To be considered sellable, items must be:
- Clean and undamaged
- Unused and unaltered
- Unopened, where applicable
- Free from unexpected or strong odours, including smoke, pet, mildew, or similar scents
Items that do not meet these conditions may not be accepted for return.
Cut Fabric
Fabric that has been cut from the bolt specifically for your order is final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged.
Online Purchases
Online purchases that otherwise meet our return policy may be returned within 30 days. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
You may either ship your return to us at your own expense or return it in person at The Sewing Cafe during our regular store hours.
Original shipping charges are non-refundable.
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