Dressmaking Fabrics

We often find that many of our customers here at Calico Laine like to buy stretch Dressmaking Fabrics due to their ability to create a comfortable fit in a garment. Stretch fabrics usually feature a small amount of spandex in them which give the fabric the ability to move with your body which makes it comfortable when it is worn. Stretch...

Here at Calico Laine we realise that not everyone is a follower of fashion trends and that some people prefer to stick to what suits them best. As we all know, fashions come and go and while some disappear into a void others stand the test of time. Clothing from the 1920s to 20 years before the present time are commonly referred to as vintage...

Here at Fabric World we have been experiencing a huge surge in enquiries regarding our vintage Dress Fabrics as bloggers and dressmakers up and down the country prepare to take part in the vintage sew along. Hosted by McCalls Pattern Company, this one of a kind charity event is open to everyone and will run until October. Dressmakers all over...

This week sees the return of our favourite programme, The Great British Sewing Bee when we will see a new group of amateur tailors and dressmakers take on a range of projects in an attempt to become Britain's best sewer. This time of year always results in a spike in enquiries regarding the tools and materials shown on the programme and...

Whether you are about to start creating your first ever garment or you are an experienced dressmaker who is commissioned to make a collection of evening gowns or bridesmaids dresses, we are sure to have at least one thing you will need and everything you want! Here at Calico Laine we are extremely passionate about selecting high quality and affordable...

Here at Calico Laine, a Fabric Store based on the Wirral we understand that dressmaking can over time become an expensive hobby and many customers are aware of price when they are choosing fabrics and materials. It is important however, that those customers who may be working to a strict budget should still have be able to access to large selection of good quality...

If you are similar to me and like your belongings to be both unique and catered to your own individual taste, you might find that you make a lot of things for yourself using our fabric here at Calico Laine, from clothing to soft furnishings and other decorations around your home. I have sisters who are not into sewing, but...

The weather seems to finally be getting better here where Calico Laine is located in the North West of England, thank goodness! I just can't wait for it to be sunny and warm, and I am counting down the days until the summer vacation that I have booked with my family and best friend later this year. In preparation for...

As the new year began I started a fantastic dressmaking course which finished just last week. It was great. It taught me so many different things that you don't really consider if you have never done any type of sewing projects before or if you are a beginner. The key thing within dressmaking, with whatever garment you decide to make...

When people think of Chiffon Fabric they automatically think of dressmaking projects and what garments can be made with this material. However this fabric can be used for a variety of different designs, one including decoration purposes at special occasions. On special occasions such as wedding days or birthday parties a lot of thought goes into the decoration and colour...