Fabrics

Here at Calico Laine you are able to Buy Fabrics online and in store which is great for everyone. Recently we have had many ranges of new fabrics in including our new textured polyester twill which is available in many different shades. Textured polyester twill fabric is a great quality fabric which is perfect for excelling that smarter and more...

The festive season calls for plenty of decoration. With so much to display there is nothing better than displaying our own creations; They are unique and add a different element of christmas sparkle to your home. Here at calico laine we stock a huge range of fabrics all ready for the festive season to begin so Buy Fabric today and...

When I’m not working, I can usually be found doing something creative – it’s generally sewing! Having a number of friends who also sew is a great motivator, as well, and over the past few years we have become a sort of sewing bee. We all like to help out on each other’s projects, which can come in handy, and...

If you are getting married soon and looking for the perfect Bridal Fabrics for your big day, look no further than our massive selection available here at Calico Laine. With so many different Fabrics, colours and textures available, there is bound to be something to suit you and make your wedding that much more special. Popular in Bridal gowns at...

If you are looking forward to the British summertime weather (which we seem to have had very little of so far!), you might be wanting your sewing projects to start reflecting that - with the bright sunshine come light and breathable Dressmaking Fabrics, summer dresses and clothing to keep you cool in the warmth. As I am off to the...

If you are a fan of handmade gifts, then you might find yourself a little disappointed when it comes to presentation – after spending time and effort putting a lot of love into your creations, it seems a bit of a shame to put them in a shop-bought gift bag or cover them up in wrapping paper. Have you ever...

As always the buying team at Calico Laine have been busy keeping a close eye on the latest developments in the world of textiles to ensure that our collection is bang up to date with the most popular and sought after Fabrics available on the market. It is a huge source of pride to us that people travel from far...

One of the most popular types of Dressmaking Fabric that we sell here at Calico Laine is Satin – and with so many different kinds and colours to choose from, it’s hardly surprising. Satin Fabrics have always been regarded as lustrous and luxurious, and was the first choice Fabric for 14th century England royal courts. Today, they are still considered...

When it comes to picking the perfect Wedding Fabrics for your big day, every bride wants to look her best in an exquisite gown, as well as her bridesmaids. Instead of buying off-the-rack garments, it might be worth looking at having your gowns handmade – and what better place to look for Bridal Fabrics than our massive selection available both...

Recently in-store, I have had a slowly-increasing number of customers come in and ask for advice on vintage Dressmaking – co-incidentally, this is one of my favourite themes when it comes to my own sewing projects. The most popular choice with our customers seems to be 1950s dresses, which just so happens to be my area of expertise! We sell...