Cancan Fabrics

Petticoat net and stiff net fabrics are lightweight yet firm materials designed to add volume, shape and structure to garments. They are particularly useful for petticoats, full skirts, occasion dresses, bridalwear, costumes, dancewear and stagewear.

At Ribes & Casals, you can buy petticoat net by the metre in different colours and finishes, ordering exactly the amount you need for your sewing project.

What is petticoat net?

Petticoat net is a lightweight, open fabric with enough stiffness to hold its shape and create volume. Unlike softer net or tulle fabrics designed to drape, petticoat net is used to support the outer layers of a garment and create a fuller silhouette.

The level of stiffness, thickness and mesh structure can vary between fabrics, so check the individual product specifications before choosing.

Fabric for adding volume to skirts and dresses

One of the main uses of stiff net fabric is to add volume to skirts and dresses. It can be used in underlayers, gathered tiers or internal structures to create additional fullness.

It is particularly useful for occasion dresses, bridalwear, costumes and traditional garments that require a defined, voluminous silhouette.

Petticoat net for underskirts

Petticoat net for underskirts creates an internal structure that helps skirts and dresses maintain their shape and fullness. The number of layers and stiffness of the net will influence the final amount of volume.

What can you use stiff net fabric for?

• Petticoats and underskirts
• Full and voluminous skirts
• Occasion and evening dresses
• Bridalwear
• Fancy dress and costumes
• Traditional clothing
• Dance and performance costumes
• Theatre and stagewear
• Decorative and creative projects requiring structure

Stiff net for costumes, dancewear and stagewear

Stiff net fabric for costumes is ideal for creating exaggerated silhouettes and full skirts, making it a popular choice for carnival costumes, dancewear, theatre and stage productions.

Are petticoat net and tulle the same?

Not necessarily. Petticoat net is selected for its stiffness and ability to hold volume, whereas many types of tulle are softer, finer and designed to provide a lighter drape.

Always check the composition, width, mesh structure and individual characteristics of each fabric before choosing it for your project.

Buy petticoat net by the metre online

Explore our selection of petticoat net and stiff net fabrics by the metre for underskirts, full dresses, bridalwear, costumes, dancewear and stagewear.

Choose the right colour and finish for your project and buy petticoat net online by the metre, ordering exactly the quantity you need.