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Satin Fabric has been one of the most appreciated materials in fashion and dressmaking for many years, even centuries. Satin Fabrics originate from China and first rose to prominence over 2000 years ago, deriving its name from the Chinese town of Zayton from where this fabric was first exported to the west during the middle ages. At this time, Satin...

It may only be the beginning of august but the school holidays are flying by and before we know it the start of a new school year will begin. The price of school uniforms has increased dramatically over the years with many parents opting to buy Dressmaking Fabrics to make their own or buy the fabric in bulk to pass on to a...

So far this year we have had many reasons to feel patriotic and celebrate our British heritage with events such as the Queen's 90th Birthday and Euro 2016. Many customers have been celebrating with parties and barbecues and the celebrations show no signs of slowing down with the Rio 2016 Olympics due to open later on this week. With our selection...

The WAGS of 1966 were the first generation to capture the imagination of the public and the world of fashion. This weekend we celebrate the historical victory of the England football team's World Cup win of 1966. With commemorative events planned all around the country we are preparing to be transported right back to the magical night when our...

The WAGS of 1966 were the first generation to capture the imagination of the public and the world of fashion. This weekend we celebrate the historical victory of the England football team's World Cup win of 1966. With commemorative events planned all around the country we are preparing to be transported right back to the magical night when our...

Now that the summer holidays are upon us and the weather is not as pleasant as we may have hoped for this time of the year, you may be looking for ideas to keep your children busy during their time off school. Sewing is the perfect hobby for children, (under supervision of course!) and we regularly receive enquiries from customers...

Our haberdashery team frequently receive a high volume of enquiries from customers who are looking to Buy Zips for dressmaking projects. There are a number of zips you can purchase for dressmaking including nylon dress zips and concealed/invisible zips. The most popular zip for customers who Buy Zips for sewing into dresses and skirts is the closed end nylon dress...

Shoulder pads are one of the most useful yet under utilised items of Haberdashery we stock. Over the years, shoulder pads have become synonymous with the power dressing trends of the 1980s such as that worn by Melanie Griffths' character in Working Girl, however in recent years shoulder pads have begun to make a huge comeback. During the 1980s, shoulder...

In recent years we have witnessed a significant rise in the number of engaged couples looking to marry abroad with this trend being attributed to a number of factors such as the down turn in the economy and the increase in the cost of hosting a wedding and a reception at home. To save valuable funds, many couples are choosing...

We carry a wide range of Satin Fabrics suitable for a wide range of dressmaking projects. Satin Fabrics are easily identifiable by their glossy surface and matte back and are most widely used in the creation of clothing items such as dresses, nightwear and evening gowns. Satin Fabrics are often utilised as a cost effective alternative to silk - although...