Calico Laine News

So far this year we have been experiencing one of the mildest winters on record, however if weather reports are to be believed it is time to think about wrapping up warm to ward off the predicted cold snap expected to take hold of the country over the next couple of weeks. The drop in temperature does not have to...

Chiffon comes from the French word for cloth or rag, it is a lightweight, plain-woven, Sheer Material. Chiffon Fabrics are a very popular choice with dressmakers and it is frequently used to create beautiful prom dresses, bridal gowns and lots of other eveningwear. If you choose to use any of our gorgeous selection of Chiffons it will definitely make the wearer feel elegant and classy on...

When creating your own bespoke designs and before settling on the best Dressmaking Fabrics to use, a great place to look for inspiration is the red carpet. Celebrities are always at the forefront of upcoming trends with the world's biggest designers clamouring to dress the brightest stars at the most watched events. The Grammy Awards are the most important event...

The first thing you need to know what you are buying zips is if you are looking for Open End Zips or closed end zips. Open end zips are fasteners that open fully at the bottom so that the two halves come apart from each other fully other similar to the style you would have in a jacket. Closed end...

Along with a tremendous range of dressmaking fabrics, Calico Laine are also passionate about Haberdashery. We know that having a steady supply of materials is essential to anybody, from budding dressmakers to seasoned crafters and as a result we keep a wide variety in stock. Whether you need to colour match a thread to a fabric or add a little extra...

Gutermann Threads are the most popular brand of threads we currently sell due to the quality, variety and colours available. Our gutermann threads come in a range of different styles including top stitch threads, all cotton threads and the most popular of them all the sew all threads which are ordered daily without fail. Customers love this thread as it...

Berisfords Ribbons for weddings Here at Calico Laine we are well known for our huge selection of different ribbons in a large variety of colours, patterns and styles. One of the best known ribbon brands that we stock are Berisfords Ribbons and although the plain satin ribbons are our best sellers, they manufacture a large array of beautiful ribbons that...

Here at Calico Laine we aim to supply materials to people who make things, whether is be dressmaking or crafts. we adore everybody that has the urge to pick up a needle and spend the day sewing, the people that happen to have a spare pair of knitting needles and a ball of wool in their handbag - just in case...

Crafts is rapidly becoming one of the most popular pastimes in recent years and as a result we have noted a significant rise in customers looking to Buy Crafts Online. We sell a wide range of Craft supplies including fabrics, haberdashery, paper and cards however, one of the most important items to consider when you Buy Crafts Online is your...

As a sewing and dressmaking enthusiast, rarely a day goes by where I don't go home from work with a small haul of Dressmaking Fabrics just waiting to be turned into something new to wear. Whenever our new stock arrives here at our warehouse, I can always be found poring over the brand new rolls of fabric and trying to...