This Minerva exclusive challis fabric is ideal for dressmaking. It features a beautiful Marbled Memory design printed on a high-quality viscose challis base cloth. Viscose is a breathable, natural fiber derived from wood pulp. This fabric is 100% viscose, woven with a plain weave and no stretch. It offers a soft, silky feel and excellent drape, making it perfect for sewing tops, blouses, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, robes, summer trousers, and shorts. Weighing 120 grams per square meter, it's classified as a light to medium weight fabric. Most colorways are opaque and may not require lining, though lighter prints might benefit from lining or a slip depending on the garment and personal preference. For best results, use a new fine sharps needle when sewing. This fabric is printed on demand (POD), which may add extra time to delivery. POD fabric is printed specially for each order, focusing on less waste, energy saving, and ethical production. Digital printing minimizes chemical and dye usage. Small-scale, local production supports economies and reduces shipping. For POD fabrics, it is highly recommended to order enough fabric for your entire project at once to ensure consistency, as separate orders may vary due to different print lots.