Liberty Tana Lawn™ Cotton FAQs: Your Questions Answered

Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton is renowned for its luxurious feel, intricate prints, and exceptional quality. Whether you’re sewing garments, accessories, or homeware, understanding how to care for and handle this beautiful fabric is key to achieving the best results. Below, we answer some of your frequently asked questions about working with Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton.

Why is Liberty Tana Lawn™ an ideal fabric for sewing projects?

Known for its smooth, silky texture, fine weave, and exceptional print quality, Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton offers a luxurious yet versatile base for various sewing projects. Its rich colours and silk-like feel make it a top choice for dressmaking, while its breathability ensures comfort. This lightweight fabric is easy to cut, sew, and press, ensuring crisp, professional results. Additionally, Tana Lawn™ is incredibly durable and machine washable, making it perfect for crafting fashion pieces, quilting, and home décor—whichever sewing pattern you're working with.

Is Liberty Tana Lawn™ suitable for beginners?

Yes! Liberty Tana Lawn™ is an excellent fabric for beginner sewers due to its smooth tightly woven texture, easy handling, and forgiving nature. It's not a stretchy or slippery fabric, and it doesn’t fray excessively, making it one of the easiest fabrics to sew. The fabric’s fine weave allows for precise stitching, and its durability means that even small mistakes won’t compromise the integrity of your project. Whether you're sewing garments, accessories, or home décor, Tana Lawn™ provides a great balance of luxury and ease of use, no matter your skill level.

Do I need to pre-wash my Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton before I start my sewing project?

Liberty Tana Lawn™ fabric is pre-washed as part of the Liberty production process, and due to the high-quality production, the fabric is extremely durable with negligible shrinking, so it doesn't need to be washed before sewing. Many also find that the fabric is easier to work with before washing. We would just recommend giving it a good press before you start stitching, to ensure it's crease-free.

Will Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton shrink?

Due to the high-quality production and durability of Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton, shrinkage when washing is negligible. 

How should I dry Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton?

Air drying is the recommended method to preserve the quality and print vibrancy of Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton. Lay the fabric flat or hang to dry naturally, avoiding direct sunlight, which can weaken the fibres and fade colours.

How do I iron Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton?

Set your iron to a medium heat setting and use gentle steam to smooth out any creases. To preserve the vibrancy and longevity of the print, we recommend ironing on the reverse of the fabric.

Can I machine wash Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton?

Yes! Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton is extremely durable and can be machine washed, but we recommend you avoid using a tumble dryer. Wash on a gentle cycle, using mild detergent which does not contain bleach. If you are washing the fabric as a finished garment, we recommend washing inside out to protect the print. 

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Is Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton suitable for quilting? 

Absolutely! While it’s a lighter-weight cotton, Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton is excellent for quilting. Many quilters use it for intricate piecing, luxurious quilt backs, or even entire quilts. Consider pairing it with a lightweight cotton or lawn-specific batting.

How wide is Tana Lawn™ cotton?

Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton is typically 136cm (54 inches) wide, providing ample fabric for a variety of sewing projects, from dressmaking to quilting and home décor.

What thread count is Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton?

Liberty Tana Lawn™ is crafted from specially selected ultra-fine, long-staple cotton. It is woven using 70 and 100 ply yarns and undergoes an extensive finishing process to enhance its signature smoothness, sheen, and durability. This meticulous production results in a high thread count of 240, giving the fabric its luxurious feel and exceptional quality.

Can I get a sample of a Liberty Tana Lawn™ print?

Of course! If you’d like a sample of a specific Liberty Tana Lawn™ print, simply email us at hello@holmeandmoss.com with the print name and your delivery address. We’ll then send you a free small swatch of your chosen fabric. Please note that we can only provide samples of the prints we currently have in stock—browse our full range here.

Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton is a joy to work with, offering both beauty and durability. By following our care and handling tips, you can ensure that your fabric remains in pristine condition for years to come. Explore our Tana Lawn™ fabric range, featuring some of Liberty's best-selling and most iconic prints—perfect for quilting, dressmaking, and all your home sewing projects.

Do you have any other questions about Liberty Tana Lawn™ cotton? Let us know in the comments below!