As a dressmaker you are always going to need Haberdashery item in your sewing box. These items really are the so called tools of your trade. Here at Calico Laine we stock an enviable range of haberdashery products. We offer a huge variety of both branded and none branded haberdashery items. This allows you the customer to make informed choices on what products are best for you :-) In today's blog I will talk a little about some of our most popular items and their intended uses. If you have used any of our products and have any advice or comments please do interact with us in the comments box below.
  1. Bias Binding: A hugely popular item that all dressmakers and tailors will have used. We offer a couple of different options in bias. It comes in cotton, polycotton and satin. It is also available in widths from 15mm through to 25mm.
  2. Self Cover Buttons:  A great way to create a unique look on any garment, these buttons allow you to make your own designs of buttons. You can use them on bags, clothes and even shoes! These are available in a variety of sizes and also in nylon (plastic) and metal.
  3. Ribbons: where do I start with our ribbon collection? There are simply so many different designs to choose from. In the plain ribbon alone there are over 700 different options to choose from! A truly amazing choice :-) We also stock a huge choice of patterned ribbons in a wide choice of colours and widths.
  4. Tapes: This section on the site is fairly new but offers a lot of essentials for any tailor or dressmaker. A greatexample of this is the iron on mending tape. Ideal for fixing small rips and tears. This tape is available by the metre or by the roll. This also comes in a choice of tasteful colours.
As you can see there really is a wide and varied range of Haberdashery items available here at Calico Laine.  If you don't already then why not follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages? We often have special offer and competitions on these pages. We also send out regular email newsletters with promo codes and latest offers as well. You can sign up to this on our website homepage. I hope you have enjoyed today's blog and it has given you some positive ideas for your dressmaking and tailors plans, Until next time, Calico Laine