We have received an unprecedented number of requests for fabrics that can be used for making Scrubs for the marvellous NHS teams around the country and further afield.
It has been our pleasure to play a small part in the effort and have worked hard to despatch literally 1000s of metres to groups around the country in record time.
Stocks have changed significantly since my first post on this so please see below for an update.
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Before I go further it is important to state that:
Empress Mills Fabrics are manufactured for use in garments and home crafts and our products have not been designed for, nor have they been tested for any medical application or against any test standard that would be required in a medical application.
We cannot guarantee and accept no liability for the use in a medical environment.
In these unprecedented times we are naturally pleased our fabrics can be of use but we feel it is only right we highlight the above.
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Below I have popped together a short list of fabrics which are being used for various Scrubs applications.
Please be aware the stock position is moving by the hour but we are working hard with suppliers and mills in the UK and across the world to ensure supplies are available but it is becoming an increasing struggle.
Fabrics For Scrubs
Classic Chambray
This is now proving popular after the Gaberchino (below) went out of stock in blues.
100% cotton but we have test washed this 14 times on a 60 degree wash and there has been no colour movement or shrinkage. Creasing has been v. minimal.
If you are ordering 20m or more of this fabric please contact us as we can offer better pricing.
Klona Cotton
100% cotton but we have test washed this 14 times on a 60 degree wash. On a 50cm x 50cm square piece there was shrinkage of approx 1cm on the first wash and no further movement in subsequent washes. No colour movement. Creasing has been minimal.
If you are ordering 50m or more of this fabric please contact us as we can offer better pricing.
Currently available in popular scrubs colours: Turquoise, Copen, Hunter, Purple.
Out of stock in Navy & Royal.
Other shades also available. Please visit the link below for availability on other shades.
Polycotton 45″
65% Polyester / 35% Cotton
Proving very popular and has been widely used over the past month.
Currently available in popular scrubs colours: Emerald, Lime & Red
Navies, Turquoise & Bottle Green are now Out Of Stock in this fabric.
Other shades also available. Please visit the link below for availability on other shades.
Polycotton 60″
65% Polyester / 35% Cotton. In essence as above but 60″ wide.
Navy is now out of stock.
We have secured a quantity of Black.
Other shades available.
Gaberchino 59″
80% Polyester / 20% Cotton
Proving very popular and has been widely used for the past month.
Slightly warmer/ more substantial than the above two fabrics. More for GP surgeries or medical work which involves heading outside i.e. nurses or porters working with ambulances etc.
We have supplies of Black, Beige, Red & Cerise.
For the most up to date info visit the fabric pages.
Best Wishes From All At Empress
At this uncertain and unprecedented time I would just like to extend the very best wishes from all at Empress to you, your family and friends. Stay Strong, Stay Safe & Happy Sewing.
Charles.
