With Christmas just over six weeks away, plenty of us are planning handmade gifts for the little ones in our lives. A soft, cheerful cotton print is one of the easiest places to start, and right now a handful of our favourite Rose & Hubble novelty prints are reduced from £9.99 to £6.99 a metre. Here's what's in stock, what each print is best for, and a few simple gift ideas to get you sewing.
Why Rose & Hubble Cotton Is a Gift-Maker's Favourite
All of the prints below are genuine Rose & Hubble 100% cotton poplin, not a cheaper polycotton. They share the same handy spec:
- 112cm wide at a light, soft 130g/sqm
- Easy to cut and sew, so they suit beginners as well as experienced makers
- Priced per metre and cut off the roll in one continuous length
Because poplin is smooth and breathable, it's a popular choice for children's clothing, baby accessories, cot bedding, quilting and all sorts of small crafts.
Storybook Rabbits: Peter Rabbit Cotton Poplin
Our Rose & Hubble Peter Rabbit Cotton Poplin in Ivory/Cream features rabbits in little blue jackets carrying freshly picked vegetables, scattered among bright carrots. It has a classic, storybook feel that's perfect for nursery projects. Prefer a stronger colour? The same print is also available in Green.
- Price: £6.99 a metre (was £9.99)
- Care: machine wash at 30°C, cool iron, do not tumble dry
- Great for: baby accessories, nursery bunting, cushion covers, patchwork and children's clothing
Rainbows and Clouds: Unicorns Cotton Poplin
For a bit of magic, the Unicorns Rainbow Print Rose & Hubble Cotton Poplin has small unicorns, rainbows and clouds dotted across the fabric. The small-scale print means there's no tricky pattern matching, which makes it ideal for quick makes.
- Price: £6.99 a metre (was £9.99)
- Colours in stock: Pink, Ivory and Silver (Pink is the lowest on stock)
- Care: 40°C machine wash
- Great for: pyjama bottoms, pillowcases, hair scrunchies, dressing-up capes and newborn bedding
Farmyard Fun: Chicken Print Cotton
Our Rose & Hubble Chicken Print has white and black hens on a coloured ground, and it's a fun choice for children and grown-ups alike. Choose the warm Mustard or the fresh Copen Blue.
- Price: £6.99 a metre (was £9.99)
- Made to Oeko-Tex standard, with EN71 certificates available for our cotton poplin prints
- Care: wash at 40°C, line dry, iron on a low heat
- Great for: aprons, tea towels, peg bags, quilts and cushions, as well as kids' clothes
Five Easy Handmade Gift Ideas
- Pyjama bottoms: an elasticated waist and two leg pieces is one of the simplest garments to sew. Around 1 to 1.5 metres covers most children's sizes, depending on your pattern.
- Pillowcases: straight seams only, so a perfect first project. Pair one with a favourite book for a lovely bedtime gift.
- Bunting: cut triangles from two or three prints and sew them onto bias binding for a cheerful bedroom or nursery decoration.
- Scrunchies and hair bows: a brilliant way to use up offcuts, and quick enough to make in batches for stocking fillers.
- A drawstring toy bag: handy for tidying up after Christmas Day, and a great size for small pieces of fabric.
Top tip: pre-wash your cotton at its recommended temperature and press it before cutting. It's a good habit with any cotton fabric, as any settling happens before you sew rather than after.
How Much Fabric Should You Buy?
Every pattern is different, so always check the fabric requirements first. As a rough guide, half a metre makes a simple cushion cover or a few metres of bunting, while 1 metre at 112cm wide will usually make a standard pillowcase. If you're mixing prints for a patchwork or quilt, a metre of each gives you plenty to play with. Our guide How Much Fabric Do I Need? has more help.
Grab Your Favourite Prints While They're Reduced
At £6.99 a metre, these Rose & Hubble cottons make handmade gifts both special and affordable. Stock is limited in some colourways, so pick up your favourites early and get your Christmas sewing started. Browse the Peter Rabbit, Unicorns and Chicken prints today. If you have any questions, just get in touch with the team at Bullring Fabrics. Happy sewing!
