The birdseye weave takes its name from the small oval shape within the weave, resembling the shape of an actual bird’s eye.
There are five sumptuous yarns that make up this gorgeous birdseye weave. This closely woven woollen has a versatile medium weight and a traditional wool feel, without being rough or itchy. Combining these five yarns creates mesmerising depth within this fabric’s complex and unique weave. Pale marled grey, charcoal and natural white yarns sit together.
This fabric is ideal for fashioning classic outerwear pieces and hard-wearing separates. Perfect for stylish pencil and A-line skirts, jackets, coats, capes feminine Chanel style suits.
Reenactors and Costumiers– you will delight in the burnt orange and golden hues of Honeycomb Harvest. A hard-wearing fabric superb for outerwear. Naturally weatherproof, natural fibres, natural colours, with a classic wool feel.
Interior Designers; use this hard-wearing yet classic wool birdseye to create a range of coordinating soft furnishings. Cushions, throws, blinds and curtains will all look subtle yet striking in the home, displaying the fabric’s five gorgeous yarns, highlighting the birdseye’s intricate detail.
Craftspeople; appliquéd cushions, bag making, door stops, draught excluders, hats, caps, neck warmers, mittens & wrist-warmers, throws & blankets and much more. Whatever this fabric inspires you to do!