With summer upon us, you may be thinking of ways to update your wardrobe with lighter, elegant garments to keep you cool on glorious sunny days.  Here at Calico Laine we stock a range of gorgeous summery fabrics to keep you looking stylish and cool whether you are aiming for a casual look during the daytime or a more elegant look for a special event such as a wedding or garden party. For elegant and light summer garments our range of Floral Cotton Prints always prove to be exceptionally popular.  The intricate floral designs by renowned UK manufacturer Rose & Hubble are perfect for creating summer dresses and blouses. Our Firenze/Jardin Cotton Prints are available in range of stunning summer floral prints.  Composed of cotton and elastane these fabrics have a slight stretch giving the wearer extra comfort and movement and give a great finish to more fitted garments.  These high quality fabrics feel beautiful against the skin and as this fabric is of the highest quality you can be sure that your beautiful, handmade garments will be perfect for you to wear year after year. If you have a formal event to attend and are looking for a more sumptuous and elegant fabric, our Duchess Satin is ideal for evening wear.  Imported from the Far East, our Duchess Satin fabric is 100% Polyester and is perfect for creating elegant evening wear and is one of the most popular dressmaking fabrics we sell.  Also available within this range, our Super Soft Duchess  Satin is a luxurious fabric which is perfect for formal garments.  Super Soft Duchess Satin hangs exceptionally well and is known for its soft and flowing feel. Also perfect for evening wear our Microfibre is a high quality, polyester fabric which is renowned for its beautiful drape.  This fabric is not as clingy as some other dressmaking fabrics and due to its drape and fall is perfect for luxurious evening gowns and contemporary wedding dresses.  With its ultra soft feel this fabric feels wonderful to wear and is not only an excellent choice for formal wear but is perfect for more casual lightweight jackets, skirts and dresses. Our full range of dressmaking fabrics is available to view online or in store with samples available for most fabrics from as little as £1.00.  To order or for further advice and information with regards to any of our products please call 0151 336 3939.