Matt

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the range of Swarovski Hot Fix Stones that we stock here at Calico Laine, and how they can  be used as decoration for your Dressmaking Fabrics. Using the Swarovski Hot Fix Stones within your Dressmaking is the perfect way to create unique designs and one-off items that you can really show...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the new range of fabric we stock here at Calico Laine - Viscose Jersey, and how it can be used in your Dressmaking. Viscose Jersey is a super soft Jersey Fabric with a four-way stretch, that is made from the waste linters of the cotton plant. Viscose Jersey drapes beautifully...

In todays blog we are going tobe talking about the range of Taffeta Fabric that we stock here at Calico Laine, and how it can be used in your Dressmaking. Taffeta Fabric was traditionally made from silk, however it is now more commonly made with synthetic fibres like polyester and nylon. It is famous for making a 'rustling' noise when...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the large range of Haberdashery that we stock here at Calico Laine, and how they can be used in your Dressmaking. Here are just some of the Haberdashery products we stock for Dressmaking and other craft projects: Beaded Fringing - we stock a great selection of colours and lengths. It...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the range of Gabardine that we stock here at Calico Laine, and some of its uses in your Dressmaking. Gabardine is a very tough and tighlty woven fabric, that can be made of a variety of fibres. It is traditionally made from wool, however it is now most commonly found...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the range of Satin Back Crepe Fabric that we stock here at Calico Laine, and some of its uses in your Dressmaking. Satin Back Crepe is an extremely versatile medium weight material, that has the smooth and shiny side of satin, as well as a softer feel of the crepe on...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about why not to use cheap fabrics in Dressmaking, and why it is important to use good quality fabrics that result in a better finish on your projects. Cheap Fabrics have many disadvantages in Dressmaking: Colour running - Due to cheap fabrics being made with less care, colours may run in them...

In todays blog we are going to be talking about the range of Fleece Fabrics that are available here at Calico Laine, and how it can be using in your Dressmaking projects. Fleece Fabric is a woollen type man-made fabric and is made from polyester. It is a very desirable material that has many uses in Dressmaking and other craft...

In today's blog, we are going to be talking about the Bi-stretch Fabric that we stock here at Calico Laine, and how it can be used in your Dressmaking projects. Bi-stretch is a medium weight fabric that is easy to work with, has a 4-way stretch and has many uses in Dressmaking: Trousers - Bi-stretch is suitable for Dressmaking men's and women's...

In todays blog we are goin to be talking about the range of Velcro Hook and Loop products that are available here at Calico Laine, and some of their uses. 'Velcro' is actually a brand name for the commercially marketed 'Hook and Loop' fastener, which was invented in 1941, and the name became so popular that Velcro has now just...