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Although the weather has taken a turn for the worse over the last couple of days, we have been cheering ourselves up creating a variety of summer clothing items so we can make sure our wardrobes are fully stocked and ready to go when the warmer weather eventually makes its welcome return. We carry a wide range of Dress Fabrics...

When it comes to jackets and outerwear the fastest and simplest fastening that you can buy has got to be the zip. Depending on if you are wanting to replace a faulty zip or fit a zip into a handmade item, calico laine has a diverse range to choose from. The YKK group is a is a Japanese manufacturing company and it is...

Here at Calico Laine we realise that not everyone is a follower of fashion trends and that some people prefer to stick to what suits them best. As we all know, fashions come and go and while some disappear into a void others stand the test of time. Clothing from the 1920s to 20 years before the present time are commonly referred to as vintage...

We carry a fantastic selection of Chiffon Fabrics in a variety of weights and designs suitable for almost any dressmaking project from evening dresses to bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses. Chiffon Fabric is popular due to its elegant, ethereal appearance and is renowned for lightweight, floaty qualities. Chiffon Fabric is a particularly popular choice for weddings and is often chosen...

With the warmer weather finally upon us the majority of our customers are enquiring about our Lightweight Fabrics. We carry a wonderful selection of Lightweight Fabrics in a variety of weights and composition, all suitable for your summer dressmaking projects. Linen is on of our most popular Lightweight Fabrics during the summer months and has been one of our best...

Finally summer has arrived and festival season is very much underway. We recently posted a blog citing popular fabrics to make items of clothing perfect for summer festivals. No festival outfit would be complete without attention to detail and that includes hair accessories. Ribbon is the ideal item to spruce up a hair do and here at Calico Laine we...

Here at Calico Laine Satin Fabrics are our best selling dressmaking fabric and with good reason. Satin Fabric is easily recognisable by its glossy surface and stunning sheen making this the perfect choice for creating the most glamorous of designs including evening dresses, bridal gowns and even stage costume. We carry a huge range of Satin Fabrics suitable for almost any...

With summer fast approaching and the weather finally looking up your winter wardrobe is probably the last thing on your mind. However, in the world of dressmaking and fashion is forward planning is very important and we are already experiencing an increase in customer enquiries regarding our Heavy Weight Fabrics for winter. We carry a wide range of Heavy Weight...

When you are planning a wedding perhaps the biggest, and certainly the most exciting decision you will make is choosing your bridal gown. Many brides choose an off the rack design as they feel this is most cost effective however, with the services of a reasonably priced seamstress and our excellent value Bridal Fabrics, a custom made gown can often...

Here at Fabric World we have been experiencing a huge surge in enquiries regarding our vintage Dress Fabrics as bloggers and dressmakers up and down the country prepare to take part in the vintage sew along. Hosted by McCalls Pattern Company, this one of a kind charity event is open to everyone and will run until October. Dressmakers all over...