It is the beginning of September and unfortunately the end of summer has come round and it is now time for the kids to go back to school. Before we know it, it will be time for Christmas and the kids will all be starring in their nativity and Christmas plays. We often get asked by schools for fabrics to use as costumes and backdrops for the school play and one of our most popular material for this is a Satin Fabric called economy satin. [caption id="attachment_9672" align="alignleft" width="168"]Economy Satin Economy Satin is the ideal Satin Fabric for schools[/caption] Economy satin is a Satin Fabric that is great value for money and this is why it is so popular for parents making costumes for their children, as many do not want to spend a huge amount of money on a one-off garment. At £2.99 per metre this is a perfect choice for schools and parents on a budget. Economy satin is a lightweight satin that drapes beautifully. It has a high sheen to it and is available in a large range of colours, once again making it a popular choice for schools. It is 150cm wide and 100% polyester, great for costumes that need a wider fabric for their pattern pieces. This Satin Fabric is also often used for backdrops on the stage as once again it is a cheaper alternative to many other fabrics. As it drapes well it can be gathered to create a luxurious curtain across the stage to hide sets and actors before the next scene or to be used as curtains behind the sets. On our website we offer tiered pricing for this particular Satin Fabric meaning that if you buy more, the price is reduced making it more attractive if you are looking to buy in bulk. Against the lights on the stage, economy satin has a beautiful sheen to it and will catch the light wonderfully making it look much more expensive than it actually is.