New arrival · 6 November 2026

Block print stripes

There's something particularly lovely about a block printed stripe. The slight variations in the print give these Indian cottons a sense of movement and depth that you don't get with a perfectly uniform stripe. Three beautiful colour combinations, all on soft, lightweight cotton.
HAND PRINTED IN INDIA
Benjamin Stripe Block Print Indian Cotton
Benjamin Stripe Block Print Indian Cotton Merchant & Mills
Made for summer
Think breezy oversized shirts, relaxed matching sets and easy sundresses. These stripes are especially good for playing with direction — turn them horizontally for a yoke or pocket, or mix directions across a matching set.
5 November 2026 · COLOUR NOTES · MERCHANT & MILLS

Blue Notes

There's something particularly fresh about blue and white in summer. These soft, lightweight Indian cottons have beautiful printed patterns and an easy, relaxed feel. Just right for warm-weather sewing.
LIGHTWEIGHT INDIAN COTTON
LIGHTWEIGHT INDIAN COTTON
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Solig Dress
A little inspiration for your next make

Pattern of
the Month

The Solig Dress
Paradise Patterns
Meet the Solig Dress by Paradise Patterns. A beautifully simple summer dress with a softly curved neckline, slim straps and your choice of mini or maxi length. The back detailing adds a lovely finishing touch, while the lightweight Hana seersuckers from Merchant & Mills make a perfect warm-weather pairing.
This month’s offer

Complimentary pattern printing

Buy the Solig Dress printed pattern during November and we'll include both full-size A0 pattern sheets at no extra charge. Simply select the Printed option when ordering. Fabric sold separately. Standard shipping applies.
Until 30 November 2026
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