At Fabric Online, we understand the importance of finding just the right fabric for your project. We’re thrilled to offer our convenient, customer-friendly fabric sampling service. Whether you’re crafting a new dress or suit, updating your home décor, or working on a special project, our free fabric samples ensure you make the perfect choice every time.
Selecting upholstery fabric or textiles online can be challenging. Pictures on a screen can’t always capture the true essence of the fabric – its texture, weight, and colour in different lights. Before you commit to a fabric, we always recommend ordering samples. It’s not just about seeing the fabric; it’s about feeling it and experiencing it in your space. Our sampling service lets you do just that, without any guesswork.
Choose from thousands of fabrics for your home, wardrobe, and even your vehicles too, simply try before you buy with our free fabric samples.
Breathe new life into tired old furniture or enjoy a simple curtain upgrade; Renew old headboards or why not master the art of Roman blinds with a classic ticking stripe fabric? Find upholstery fabric samples both small and large in our fabric collection, and browse hundreds of patterns and compositions, perfect for every kind of home.
Find rich chenille boucle fabrics, duck egg fabrics, and bold William Morris curtain fabrics for a truly decadent home transformation.
Deciding to order free fabric samples can allow you to physically assess the fabric’s texture, weight, and colour accuracy, which can vary from what appears on screens. This hands-on experience ensures the fabric aligns perfectly with your decor vision, whether for cushions, throws, tablecloths, or curtains.
Explore our range of clothing and apparel fabric samples to create stylish and comfortable outfits. From luxurious silks to durable pieces of denim, our samples help you feel the fabric’s quality and drape before making your garment. Whether you’re designing a bespoke suit, casual wear, or special occasion attire, find the right fabric to bring your fashion vision to life.
Complete your garment projects with our lining fabric samples. Choose from a variety of materials suitable for jackets, dresses, and more. Our lining samples ensure you select fabrics that enhance comfort, durability, and style, supporting your sewing and tailoring endeavours with confidence.
We also stock blackout lining to ensure privacy and light control in your home. With our range of lining samples, you can find the perfect match for any outer fabric.
We offer two different types of samples: free (or standard) samples, and large samples.
Our free fabric swatches usually measure at least 4cm x 5cm. This might seem small, but experience tells us that this size is usually enough to get an accurate gauge of colour and feel. We send out hundreds of free samples every week, which customers use to make confident and informed buying decisions.
Sometimes though, especially if the fabric features a pattern/repeat, a small swatch will always be insufficient for sampling purposes. This is why, in some cases, you might not see a free sample option for certain fabrics. In these cases, your only option will be a larger sample.
Large samples, outside of special offers or promotions, are not free. Measuring approximately 15cm x 15cm, these carry a nominal charge of £0.50p each.
Our larger samples are perfect for fabrics with repeats, allowing you to see the full spectrum of colours used in the fabric. You might still need to refer to online images to see the full pattern, though, especially for fabrics with larger repeats.
If you’ve hit your limit of six free samples, our larger samples will be the only option provided.
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No two monitors or screens reproduce colour in quite the same way. Ultimately, the colour or shade you see on your screen might not be what our photographer saw when editing the images to match the fabric. We understand the importance of getting it right when it comes to fabric, browse our fabric collection to order your free fabric samples today.
If you’re wondering how to order free fabric samples, ordering samples is as simple as ordering our fabrics. On the fabric’s product page, you will see two buttons. Simply click on ‘Order a Sample’, and choose either ‘Free Sample’ or ‘Large Sample’. This will add a sample of the product to your basket, after which you can add more samples or continue to checkout. Order up to six free fabric swatches and receive all subsequent fabric samples at 0.50p.
Shop free fabric swatches and fabrics by the metre with Fabric Online, check back with us regularly to explore our range of new products. Experience the five-star Fabric Online service, just as many others have and are thrilled with our service, see for yourself in our online reviews. We’re happy to help, if you have any queries, need support, or fancy getting in touch, take a look at our support page here.
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At Fabric Online, we go beyond providing just free fabric samples. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction ensures that every sampling experience is a delight. Here’s why ordering free fabric samples with us matters:
✔ Extensive Range of Fabrics: Explore thousands of fabrics meticulously categorised for various projects, from home décor to fashion and upholstery.
✔ Confidence in Decision-Making: Our free fabric samples allow you to touch, feel, and see the fabric up close, ensuring you choose the perfect material for your project without any guesswork.
✔ Personalised Service: We understand that each project is unique. That’s why we offer both free standard samples and larger samples for a nominal fee, catering to different needs and preferences.
✔ Easy Ordering Process: Ordering samples is seamless. Simply click ‘Order a Sample’ on any product page, select your preferred sample size (free or large), and add it to your basket. Order up to six free fabric samples per order, and subsequent samples are available for a small charge.
✔ Expert Advice and Support: Need help or advice? Our customer support team is here to assist you every step of the way, ensuring your fabric selection process is smooth and enjoyable.
1 Our customer support team are best able to assist by email. Calls to our customer service line may be charged up to 13p per minute plus your network's standard access charge.
2 If you have already placed an order with us, please refer to your order confirmation email or delivery paperwork for the best contact details, which includes a non-premium rate support number for after-sales enquiries.
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