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Here at Calico Laine we have a great range of Net Curtains to choose from, all of which can be incorporated into many different styles of homes! Net Curtains can be a personal decision depending upon your current interior design, or you may even be using Net Curtains as a source of style inspiration! We have a huge range of...

One of the most popular Dressmaking Fabrics that we have here at Calico Laine is Fleece Fabrics. Fleece Dressmaking Fabrics will keep you warm and feeling snug this winter. Fleece Dressmaking Fabrics  are an anti static fleece, and they are also 100% polyester making a perfect super soft Fleece Dressmaking Fabric. Fleece Dressmaking Fabrics  are ideal for Fleece jackets, Fleece...

Now it is the new year, we can begin to plan ahead for Summer Dressmaking and which Fabrics we can use to create the perfect summer garments! In todays blog Iwould like to run through some ideas and hopefully inspire us to start looking forward to some warmer weather!!! Once again, Floral Prints are set to be big in fashion...

Here at Calico Laine, we know the importance of using only the highest quality Haberdashery items to ensure the best possible results from your projects. Haberdashery covers such as wide range of products, and is often an essential part of many different Dressmaking projects and Crafts. The full range of Haberdashery can be seen on our website at www.calicolaine.co.uk, but...

Here at Calico Laine we have a wide selection of Bridal Fabrics that can be described as being satin backed. By incorporating these kinds of Bridal Fabrics into your Bridal Dressmaking, there is a huge range of effects that can be achieved, ensuring that you have the perfect finishing touches to you Bridal garments. In todays blog I would like...

Here at Calico Laine we have a fantastic range of Fabrics that can be used for special occasions, and one range of materials that we have recently expanded is our range of Fashion Print Fabrics. One pattern that is always popular and will have another big year in 2012 is Union Jack Fabric. In todays blog I would like to...

Here at Calico Laine we are proud to offer a fantastic range of Dressmaking Fabrics to offer you. We often get asked about which Dressmaking Fabrics we have here that have a stretch or give, and which types of garments they can be used for. We have a few options of Dressmaking Fabric that have stretch in them, and what...

Here at Calico Laine we have a beautiful selection of Net Curtains to choose from. Available in a selection of different designs ranging from the more contemporary looks to the traditional themes, we will have something here to suit all tastes! Net Curtains are a brilliant way to enhance your window space whilst giving you that extra privacy too. All of...

There are plenty of Haberdashery options when it comes to accessorizing you Dressmaking Fabrics, and Sequins and Feathers are the perfect way to add sparkle and something a little more unusual to your outfits and accessories. All the Feathers that we stock in our Haberdashery range are natural Feathers. There are over 15 types of Feather to choose from, and...

As we are now in the cooler months of the year, when it comes to your Dressmaking, different types of Dressmaking Fabrics are often taken into consideration. Here at Calico Laine we have a fantastic range of winter Dressmaking Fabrics that are perfect for all of your winter Dressmaking projects.  When choosing your winter Dressmaking Fabrics, the materials you opt...