Haberdashery

While our Haberdashery products are essential to practically any sewing project, most serve a functional purpose to make our crafting an easier hobby. However, there are some Haberdashery products that are wonderful for embellishing – maybe you have an old garment that needs sprucing up, or perhaps a tired old bag that you just can’t bear to throw away. In...

My favourite section of our Haberdashery department is definitely our lovely colourful ribbons. I’ve no idea where my obsession stems from but with so many pretty colours to choose from there is always something to suit whatever you’re making ready for the summer. This month in particular has given me plenty of reasons to stock up on my favourite ribbons. I...

Haberdashery products are very popular and essential products with ourselves and our customers here at Calico Laine. Haberdashery items ensure you have everything you need to complete your Dressmaking projects and give them that special finishing touch they need. We sell a range of products from Bias Binding and Boning to Shoulder Pads and Zips including many more items for...

Here at Calico Laine, we have seen a sharp rise in enquiries from brides to be who are not only creating their own bridal gowns but are taking creative control over every aspect of their wedding day. Although we are being told that the economy is growing and things are looking better for businesses, the reality is that many people...

Now Awards Season has come and gone and many of the year's biggest film premieres are still a matter of weeks or months away, fashion fans all over the world with a thirst for celebrity style have turned their attention to the recent Costume Institute Gala, also known as The Met Ball. The annual event, held Sunday night at New...

On our online website we have a variety of different Haberdashery products for you to choose from. We are very passionate about our Haberdashery Online products and our customers love the large range we have here. We have everything a customer needs for Dressmaking, Sewing products and different crafts. Most of our Haberdashery Online products are necessary when creating different...

Easter is now approaching and its always fun to experiment with your creating skills. In our Haberdashery section of Calico Laine we have a range of feathers, organza fabric, buttons and many more items that would be perfect for some fun Easter projects. With these Haberdashery products you can create items like easter bonnets, easter chicks or even decorate a bucket...

All us girls want a Mulberry handbag on our arms but unfortunately most designer bags come with a very big price tag so why not create your own piece of arm candy or vamp up one of your existing bags that need a nice new look. Here at Calico Laine we sell a range of different detachable Bag Handles in...

In last weeks blog, we talked you through some of the most famous film costumes in Hollywood and the process involved in taking the ideas of a costume designer from page to screen. Of course, the main thing most people notice about a glorious costume will be the fabrics but as dressmakers we know that no outfit or costume would...

Today we’re going to discuss a few of my of favourite Haberdashery products, Vilene. I particularly like using this brand of interfacings and interlinings as Vilene are renowned for their excellent quality products. Vilene is a German based company who delegate a whole team of people to design innovative products which are used by professionals and home crafters alike, which...