If you are hoping to take up sewing as a new hobby, or even if you are just looking to replenish your dressmaking supplies, it can be a little overwhelming when it comes to choosing the right Haberdashery items for the job. We are constantly asked by customers for the best brand of scissors, pins and other essential items, so in today's...
When you Buy Haberdashery at Calico Laine you know that you are getting a quality product as we deal with some of the leading names in the haberdashery industry. One of the most well known companies you may want to look out for when you Buy Haberdashery is Prym. These are a german company and are renowned for their quality items...
One of the most useful items you will find in our Haberdashery department is elastic. For years this has only ever been available in black and white with the occasional roll of nude also available however recently we have added a range of coloured elastics which have seemed to been a hit with our customers. Haberdashery - coloured elastic Coloured...
Now spring is definitely in the air our thoughts have turned to creating our spring/summer wardrobe. Spring is all about fresh colours and cool, elegant design and as every dressmaker knows no outfit is complete without a range of excellent quality Haberdashery. Here at calico laine we understand just how important it is that customers have all the tools they...
Recently we have had quite a few new faces visit us in-store at Calico Laine, hoping to take up the wonderful hobby that is sewing themselves. With all of the stock that we have, it can be a little overwhelmed and not everyone knows where to start when faced with so much choice, so in today's blog we have decided...
For dressmakers, the main consideration when working on a new creation will be your fabric however any experienced dressmaker will know that they cannot expect to achieve a fantastic quality item of professional appearance without investing in some excellent quality Haberdashery items. Good quality Haberdashery will form the foundation of any handmade piece of clothing resulting in a long lasting...
Recently we have had quite a few new faces visit us in-store at Calico Laine, hoping to take up the wonderful hobby that is sewing themselves. With all of the stock that we have, it can be a little overwhelmed and not everyone knows where to start when faced with so much choice, so in today's blog we have decided...
During the spring months, one of the most popular items of Haberdashery is bias binding. Bias binding, also known as bias tape, is a very useful tool for a variety of projects and used by dressmakers and crafters for disguising raw seam edges to achieve a more professionally finished item. Bias binding is an essential part of any dressmakers Haberdashery kit...
When you are a dressmaker it is important to have a reliable supplier for all your Haberdashery needs and at Calico Laine we believe we can be the reliable supplier you need whether it be for ribbons, threads or sewing needles. At Calico Laine we stock some of the biggest names in Haberdashery including Prym, Dylon and Gutermann so you can be assured that whether you buy online...
With The Great British Sewing Bee's final taking place next week, a lot of customers new and regular have been frequenting our stores and website a lot more often, feeling inspired by the projects that the contestants take on each week. An important part of any dressmaker's projects is their sewing kit - there are plenty of Haberdashery items that...