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In our last blog about the range of Haberdashery products that we stock here at Calico Laine, we looked at the variety 0f  Cords and Elastic that we have available and how they can be used for a range of purposes in Dressmaking, Crafts and other porjects. Today I'm going to look at a few other different parts of our...

Here at Calico Laine, there are now even more options available to you when it comes to working on a budget. If you are working within a set limit for your materials, you can be confident that you won't be sacrificing quality with the fantastic range of Economy Fabrics now in stock. Cheap Fabrics certainly don't need to lack in...

By choosing your Bridal Fabrics from Calico Laine, we can guarantee that your big day will be extra special with the highest quality materials that are available. We believe that the best quality of Bridal Fabrics is essential as a base for all of your Dressmaking!! Whatever sort of wedding you are planning, we have Bridal Fabrics to suit all...

Here at Calico Laine, we only stock the highest quality fabrics. Cheap Fabrics are often an option if you are working towards Dressmaking projects on a budget, yet still to retain high standards in the finish of your garments. When it comes to choosing 'Cheap Fabrics', you must ensure that the quality is not cheap, and here at Calico Laine...

Tartan is a pattern of Dressmaking Fabric that consists of several different colours that are arranged in criss-crossed horizontal lines.  Tartan Dressmaking Fabric was made from wool, but is now also manufactured using a range of other synthetic fibres such as polyster and nylon. The word ‘Tartan’ is derived from the French word meaning ‘woven cloth’ (tirer), due to the way in...

There are so many options when it comes to creating your Baby's First Dress.  Here at Calico Laine, we have all of your Dressmaking Fabrics needs sorted, so you can be sure to have options when it comes to Dressmaking your Baby's First Dress. With a Baby's First Dress, you will more than likely want to select Dressmaking Fabrics that...

When choosing your Bridal Fabrics, one of the main things to take into consideration is the desired outcome of the garments you are creating. Satin Back Crepe is the perfect choice of Bridal Fabric, as you really do get the best of both!!! It is composed on one side that is a matte Crepe Fabric, and the other side is...

When it comes to your home furnishings, it is often our way of expressing our style through the designs of pieces throughout our home, whether it be sofas and chair or even lampshades! Here at Calico Laine, we have a fantastic selection of Furnishings that have been designed to ensure that all of your style requirements are catered for through...

Summer can be the best time of year to really show off your new Dressmaking Fabrics!! There are lots of options when it comes to creating any Summer garments, and here at Calico Laine, we've got your Summer Dressmaking Fabrics covered! Whatever garments you are planning, we have got a wide selection of Dressmaking Fabrics including many new Summer Prints...

In previous blogs about our Haberdashery we have spoken about many different products that we stock and how they can be incorporated into areas such as your Dressmaking and craft projects. Today I'm going to be looking at two of our most popular Haberdashery items that we sell here at Calico Laine: Cords and Elastics. Cord and Elastic have many...