It feels like we’ve only just got over Christmas, so it seems strange to be talking about Easter already! But as all you crafters and sewers know, it is important to get cracking with your projects in order to get them done. If you are lacking in some inspiration let us here at Calico Laine help you out. Fabrics for...
The spring is a great time to get Crafting. By now everyone is utterly fed up with the cold weather and dark nights so I always enjoy embarking on some spring projects to cheer myself up. At the moment I'm making bags, firstly I made a very simple but effective beach bag in preparation for our family summer holiday. I...
It doesn't seem too long since we had a break for Christmas but in the next few weeks the kids will be off school again for half term. With the weather turning particularly cold recently, it is inevitable that they are going to have to spend a lot of the holiday indoors. This is the best time for children to...
When it comes to New Year, people like to make resolutions about giving up things such as drink and unhealthy food. Instead of giving up something this year, I think it would be a great idea to start something new. It is always rewarding having a hobby and Craft projects are a great hobby to begin in the New Year...
Crafts For Christmas Christmas time is all about family, fun and laughter with lots of special little treats along the way. I love all creative things this time of year especially gift wrapping presents and creating beautiful christmas cards to give to family and friends, its the perfect season to go Crafts crazy! Here at Calico Laine we stock a...
Our stores are based on the wirral in neston and liscard and they are both extremely popular to all our customers who shop with us. Calico Laine the Fabric Shop not only sells a wide range of gorgeous materials but also has a lot more products to offer including haberdashery items, craft pieces and a variety of knitting wools so...
Our Berisfords Ribbons are a constant top seller here at calico laine due to their excellent quality, variety of colours and pretty designs that catch everyones eyes. Berisfords Ribbons are a well known brand of ribbons that customers always ask for when shopping here, so us as a team make sure we stock all ranges including satin ribbon, grosgrain ribbon...
Now that the clocks have gone forward, we are truly into spring and next week is the beginning of most children's spring break from school which includes the easter bank holiday. The majority of school holidays at this time are over two weeks and this can be a long time to keep the children amused, especially if the weather is...
The thought of the clocks springing forward this weekend fills me with joy. Spring is on its way. I just love this time of year, the buds on the trees and the daffodils are a sure sign that everything is coming back to life. As well as the promise of warmer days ahead, we can also celebrate Mothers day this...
Here at Calico Laine we have a large collection of different Craft items suitable for a variety of different projects. Some of our Crafts include card making, cross stitching kits and knitting accessories which are all suitable for a wide range of different projects and also can be used by all ages from small children to the older generation. Neon...