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If you are looking for the highest quality Satin Dressmaking Fabrics, look no further than our fabulous seleciton here at Calico Laine!! All of our Satins are 100% polyester and come in a width of 150 cm (60"). Our most popular range of Duchess Satin, is the traditional heavier weight Duchess Satin. This Dressmaking Fabric is almost always a top...

We now have a fantastic and improved  range of Vilene products available. Vilene is a brand that offers a wide range of different interlinings for many different purposes, and if you would like to know a little bit more about what we have available....read on!! Our range of Vilene products can be found in the Haberdashery section on the webite...

Here at Calico Laine we have a wide range of Bridal Fabrics to choose from including Satins, Chiffons and Taffetas. One of our most popular Bridal Fabrics is Organza. Organza is a fantastic and versatile Bridal Fabric that comes in a stunning range of colours, ranging from the bold and bright, to beautiful Organza is a Bridal Fabric that is traditionally...

At Calico Laine we stock an extensive range of Sewing Accessories and this is going to be the topic of todays blog. Any dressmaker or sewing enthusiast will need to have a good collection of sewing accessories to be able to fix and make items. At Calico Laine,  these items include: Pins Sewing Needles Tracing Wheels Tracing Paper Fray Check...

In everyday life, we use Zips for a wide variety of different uses ranging from items of clothing, to items such as sleeping bags at tents. Choosing the right Zip for the job is essential for ensuring the longevity of whatever item it is being used for. We stock an extensive range of different types of Zips, so you can...

Klona Cotton is a high quality, medium weight, multi purpose 100% cotton Dressmaking Fabric. It is also often used in quilting and patchwork, making it an  excellent ‘all round’ fabric. We currentlystock 39 different shades of this Dressmaking Fabric to choose from, so you can be sure to find the right colour for your Dressmaking needs! The colours in the...

We have a fabulous range of Bridal Fabrics that are perfect for making your big day extra special! Taffeta is the ideal Bridal Fabric if you are perhaps looking for a modern twist on some of the more traditional Bridal garments. Taffeta is a beautiful Bridal Fabric to be used for bridesmaids dresses and even with the Bridal gown itself...

If you are looking for a slightly differnt Satin Dressmaking Fabric to use for your garments, look no further than our beautiful range of Satin Back Crepe! Satin Back Crepe is an extremely versatile medium weight material, that has the smooth and shiny side of satin, as well as a softer feel of the crepe on the other side. One of...

When looking for the highest quality Silk for your Bridal Fabrics, look no further than the stunning range we have here at Calico Laine. Silk is one of the most luxurious Bridal Fabrics available to you, and we have various differnt options for you to consider when designing and creating the looks and garments for your big day!! Here a...

There are so many different types of Haberdashery products to choose from here at Calico Laine, and with several types of products, there are a couple of different options! Many of our Haberdashery products are availabe in 'Branded' and 'Non-Branded' varieties, and in this blog we are going to discuss the advantages of opting to purchase the branded versions of the...