The Shepherd’s Cloth | Hemp Cotton Blend Fabric | 230 GSM | 58" Wide
$12.22Excl. VAT
Description
The Shepherd’s Cloth is a distinctive hemp and cotton blend with the grounded character of an old utility textile and the refinement of a carefully considered contemporary cloth.
Its lightly open plain weave creates a fine crosshatched surface, enriched by visible slubs, tonal flecks and subtle shifts in the yarn. At approximately 230 GSM, it is a true midweight fabric: substantial enough to give a garment presence, yet neither dense nor rigid. It remains pliable and falls into broad, relaxed folds, offering soft structure with an easy, natural drape.
The hemp lends the cloth its dry, tactile character, while the cotton brings balance and comfort. Presented in six nuanced earth-led shades, it is especially beautiful for understated clothing, relaxed tailoring and quietly textural interiors.
Small slubs, flecks and variations in yarn thickness are characteristic of this fabric and form an intentional part of its richly tactile appearance. Due to the lightly open weave, paler shades may show a little translucency under strong light.
Technical Details
Composition: Hemp and cotton blend
Weave: Textured plain weave
Width: Approximately 58 inches
Weight: Approximately 230 GSM
Weight category: Midweight
Handle: Dry, tactile and pliable
Structure: Softly structured rather than firm or rigid
Drape: Relaxed, easy and softly fluid
Surface: Matte, slubbed and finely crosshatched
Colourways: Six earthy neutral shades
Transparency: Predominantly opaque, with possible slight translucency in paler shades under strong light
Ideal Uses
Relaxed jackets, overshirts, tunics, trousers, workwear-inspired garments, softly tailored dresses, skirts, unstructured suits, lightweight curtains, cushions, textile accessories and decorative home projects.
Care Instructions
Prewash before cutting using the same method intended for the finished piece. Wash separately in cold water on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Do not bleach or soak. Line dry in the shade and iron at a medium temperature while slightly damp. For structured or tailored garments, professional dry cleaning may help preserve the original shape and finish.
