Calico Laine News

Here at Calico Laine we have a large selection of Bias Binding products within our Haberdashery range, including the new Printed Cotton Bias Binding which is brand new to our site. Bias Binding is often used on the edges of quilts, bibs and placemats, or around neckline and armhole edges. It is also used on accessories such as bags when...

Calico Laine there is a large choice of Bridal Fabrics available and some 0f our most popular Bridal Fabrics are those that are backed with Satin. The range of Satin Backed Bridal Fabrics that are available are all 100% polyester and come in a width of 115cm. All of our Satin Backed Bridal Fabrics are generally a medium weight Bridal...

The planning of a special occasion is one of the main parts of the most important parts of the Dressmaking process, and deciding upon the right Cheap Fabrics is part of the fun!  We currently have a huge selection of Cheap Fabrics to choose from including Economy Satins, Chiffons and manymore!!! One of our most popular Cheap Fabrics is Organza. Organza is a Cheap...

Choosing the right Zip can be an important task, as we stock many different Zips that have many different uses! We have over 20 differnt Zip products available, so you can be sure to find the right Zip for the right purpose. The idea of using Zips, is to temporarily attach two pieces of fabric to one another, and depending...

Cationic Chiffon is an iredescent two tone Cheap Fabric that is made to look and feel like real silk. It is ideal for using in Dressmaking, and really does add a stuning finish to many formal garments, as it drapes well and creates beautiful layering over other Cheap Fabrics. Here are just some of the uses of Cationic Chiffon as...

Here at Calico Laine we have a huge range of Dressmaking Fabrics to choose from, to ensure that your Dressmaking projects are successful! Taffeta Fabric is historically made from from silk, but most of todays taffeta material is made from synthetic fibres (usually polyester or nylon) and is a smooth woven fabric, with a crisp texture. It usually has a...

At Calico Laine we have been selling Net Curtains for many years and have helped and advised many customers on to measure for their nets. There are a couple of things you need to consider when  measuring up. 1) How full do you want the curtains? 2) What drop you need (or length) 3) What colour? (most Net Curtains are...

Going back to school can be an expensive time of year for many parents, not only for items such as books and stationary, but also for many different types of Haberdashery items and Dressmaking Fabrics. There are many options when it comes to garments for your children when it comes to going back to school, however these do not need...

Even though we are just into September, it is never too early to begin plans for the Christmas season! In fact, why not start early this year to ensure that all of your Dressmaking plans go smoothly and so you are ready in time! Here at Calico Laine we have all of your Christmas Fabrics covered, meaning that you do...

Going Back to School can also be an expensive time of year, due to the range of clothing and new items that are needed, so the one thing that I’m sure you are keen to prevent, is these new items getting lost!! Here at Fabric-World, we now have a few options in our Haberdashery section to ensure your garments can...