Fabrics which have stretch in not only give you extra comfort but can be used for all types of dressmaking such as dance and gym wear and we even have some stunning printed cottons which have spandex in them which will not only enhance the 'give' in the material but will hang really well when being worn! This will help you to create some lovely garments especially as the warmer weather is on its way to us! Lycra is a great fabric as it can be used for an array of different garments, especially popular with sports wear as it doesn't restrict movement in any way. Our range of Lycra come is a choice of bright rich colours and has a lovely sheen to it. It is so stretchy so is ideal for making into leotards and dance wear too! The Lycra is 150 cm wide. If you want a fabric without a sheen, our Lycra Jersey is definitely one to have a look at. It is made from 80% polyester and 20% Lycra so still has that give that you are looking for. It has a 4 way stretch and is very drapey and has lots of body. We also have added some beautiful Summer Prints which are incorporated with spandex  which are perfect for s striking summer dresses with some beautiful prints and striking colours! We have many other fabrics in our range of all different finishes and consistency I hope that today’s blog has helped you decide on what type of fabrics are available to make some quality garments and ways to accessorize them too!  If you need any help regarding our products you can always give us a call for more information on 0151 336 3939  at the warehouse or email any questions to sales@calicolaine.co.uk and one of our experienced team will reply to you as soon as possible. So come and visit us again soon and why not follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages. Until next time! Calico Laine