Whether you're already into dress-making or just beginning to get started, sometimes a finished garment needs a little extra something to finish it off and give it a look that stands out. Here at Calico Laine, we sell all sorts of haberdashery items that you can use to customise both your own creations and your store-bought clothing, and give them that unique touch to suit your own tastes.
- Buttons - Perhaps one of the most simple items to use in customising, sewing or gluing buttons to your garment can completely change the look of it overall. Go with buttons that match your item's colour scheme for a continuous theme throughout, or go for contrasting buttons to create a statement with your clothing. Use different sizes for a more interesting look, and stack buttons on top of each other to create the illusion of a completely unique button that you designed yourself.
- Acrylic Jewels - For that extra sparkle and shine, our acrylic jewels are perfect for jazzing up an outfit. Available in lots of colours, shapes and sizes, these are easy to use and glue on and catch the light beautifully. These are also great to use for changing the look of items such as shoes and jewellery. For your added convenience, we also sell several types of glue that you can use with our acrylic jewels as well.
- Embroidery Thread - If embroidery is your thing, we sell embroidery thread and accessories both online and in-store. Although it is probably the most time-consuming way of customising that we'll mention today, embroidery can produce some stunning results - embroider small lines of stitching for a slightly different look, or go for broke and create a fully-fledged design to completely change the finish of your garment.
- Trims - Available in a whole host of colours and designs, our stock of trims is bound to include something to suit you. With everything from beads and sequins to flowers and marabou, we have lots of choices whether you're looking for sparkle or subtlety.
- Ribbon - Our stock of ribbon is huge, and with hundreds of colours, patterns and widths, there's something in there for everyone. Sew strips of ribbon to your garment for a simple but interesting design, or create more complicated designs by making bows, flowers and other shapes.
- Bias Binding - Like our ribbons, we have a fantastic stock of bias binding. Our plain bias binding comes in three types - cotton and polycotton, both available in two different widths, and satin, which adds that little bit extra shine to a garment. We also have bias binding available in several different patterns. Use bias binding to finish the hem of a garment, or create straps for items such as summer vests and dresses. Why not even make the edges of pockets, sleeves and hems more interesting by using bias binding in a contrasting colour?
- Fabric Paint/Markers - If you're the type that loves to draw and paint, why not purchase a few of our fabric paints and markers and add your very own design to your clothing? Easy to use and available in lots of colours, instructions for use are included on the side of the paint pot or pen.
- Fabric Dye - Got a favourite dress that's looking old and tired? Or maybe a shirt that you love the design of but just don't like the colour? Try purchasing one of our fabric dyes by Dylon and change the look of your garment for good. All of our colours are available in both cold water dyes and machine dyes, and can be used on both white and coloured fabrics. Instructions and guidelines for use are included.