As we bid a fond farewell to the long, balmy days of summer, our thoughts inevitably turn to our winter projects and Dressmaking Fabrics to keep both ourselves and our families warm through the colder months of winter. Although I do love my floaty summer dresses and sandals, winter dressmaking projects present the opportunity to experiment with a whole new selection of fabrics and designs to really put our skill as dressmakers to the test. For me, winter is all about exploring more structured silhouettes and super cute patterns and of course, there are many events during the winter season which give us the chance to undertake more formal projects such as Christmas parties and New Year events. According to leading fashion commentators and the collections we have already seen, this season is all about warding off the cold in sixties silhouettes, printed fabrics and flashes of metallic gold. Here are my top picks from our collection to help you stay bang on trend this season:
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Kate Middleton wear a classic double breasted trench, our melton Dressmaking Fabric is perfect for this classic style.[/caption]
Melton - a staple Dressmaking Fabric year after year, melton is a fashionable and hard wearing fabric which is perfect for warding off the winter chill. Ideal for fashionable coats such as duffels and macs, melton is an excellent choice for warding off the chill due to its wind resistant qualities. Similar in texture to boiled wool, melton is a luxurious fabric which is just perfect for creating long lasting pieces. A classic, double breasted trench coat is the perfect addition to your winter wardrobe and is a staple item which will be worn year after year. Fashion queen, Kate Middleton is a huge fan of this enduring style which looks wonderful when teamed with tights and stylish boots or can be worn over casual jeans at the weekend or with your tailored items for a smart and professional outfit.
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The metallic trend is huge this season, our leather look Dressmaking Fabrics are perfect for this style.[/caption]
Tartan - the traditional, Highland pattern is all over the catwalk this season and has already made its mark in the high street stores. Fashion houses such as Hugo Boss and Missoni have blended and mixed the tartan print with other trends for a look which is bang up to date. Tartan has long been a popular Dressmaking Fabric in the world of fashion but has not been as widely popular as it is this season since the nineties! Our selection of tartan fabrics are available in a variety of gorgeous colour options and are perfect for anything from skirts and trousers to coats, belts and hats.
Jersey - due to its super insulating qualities, double knit jersey is an extremely popular choice of Dressmaking Fabric for winter projects such as dresses and tops. Double knit jersey is a winter weight fabric and is fantastic to work with and is perfect for casual wear or even something to wear to a formal event which will keep you protected against the night chill without becoming too bulky. This is a versatile material which is not only popular for clothing items but also for accessories such as scarves and fashionable pashminas.
Leather Look Fabric - the metallic trend has been creeping up on us for a number of seasons now but has really hit the big time for autumn and winter. Our selection of stunning leather look Dressmaking Fabrics are perfect for creating on trend metallic pieces such as jackets, dresses, trousers and skirts. Our excellent quality leather look fabrics are designed to mimic the look and feel of genuine leather at a fraction of the cost. Leather look fabrics are a popular choice with vegetarians or anybody who does not wish to purchase an animal product and are a particularly popular choice for form fitting pieces as they are less restrictive than genuine leather. Our selection of leather look fabrics are available in a variety of gorgeous colour options including bang on trend gold shades.
Kate Middleton wear a classic double breasted trench, our melton Dressmaking Fabric is perfect for this classic style.[/caption]
Melton - a staple Dressmaking Fabric year after year, melton is a fashionable and hard wearing fabric which is perfect for warding off the winter chill. Ideal for fashionable coats such as duffels and macs, melton is an excellent choice for warding off the chill due to its wind resistant qualities. Similar in texture to boiled wool, melton is a luxurious fabric which is just perfect for creating long lasting pieces. A classic, double breasted trench coat is the perfect addition to your winter wardrobe and is a staple item which will be worn year after year. Fashion queen, Kate Middleton is a huge fan of this enduring style which looks wonderful when teamed with tights and stylish boots or can be worn over casual jeans at the weekend or with your tailored items for a smart and professional outfit.
[caption id="attachment_7834" align="alignright" width="99"] The metallic trend is huge this season, our leather look Dressmaking Fabrics are perfect for this style.[/caption]
Tartan - the traditional, Highland pattern is all over the catwalk this season and has already made its mark in the high street stores. Fashion houses such as Hugo Boss and Missoni have blended and mixed the tartan print with other trends for a look which is bang up to date. Tartan has long been a popular Dressmaking Fabric in the world of fashion but has not been as widely popular as it is this season since the nineties! Our selection of tartan fabrics are available in a variety of gorgeous colour options and are perfect for anything from skirts and trousers to coats, belts and hats.
Jersey - due to its super insulating qualities, double knit jersey is an extremely popular choice of Dressmaking Fabric for winter projects such as dresses and tops. Double knit jersey is a winter weight fabric and is fantastic to work with and is perfect for casual wear or even something to wear to a formal event which will keep you protected against the night chill without becoming too bulky. This is a versatile material which is not only popular for clothing items but also for accessories such as scarves and fashionable pashminas.
Leather Look Fabric - the metallic trend has been creeping up on us for a number of seasons now but has really hit the big time for autumn and winter. Our selection of stunning leather look Dressmaking Fabrics are perfect for creating on trend metallic pieces such as jackets, dresses, trousers and skirts. Our excellent quality leather look fabrics are designed to mimic the look and feel of genuine leather at a fraction of the cost. Leather look fabrics are a popular choice with vegetarians or anybody who does not wish to purchase an animal product and are a particularly popular choice for form fitting pieces as they are less restrictive than genuine leather. Our selection of leather look fabrics are available in a variety of gorgeous colour options including bang on trend gold shades.