Dressmaking

Some of the most frequent customers we have are brides-to-be, visiting us in search of the perfect Bridal Fabrics to make or have made into their dream gowns and bridesmaid dresses for their big day. We are always happy to help any customer with their fabric choices, especially when it is for a special occasion - after all, most people...

This autumns work wear is a large part of the fashion scene. A suit does not have to be just for in the office, a casual tailored look is all the rage. So why not get creative with Dress Fabrics to create your own individual tailored style. Singer, Mary J Blige wears a tartan pencil skirt. A pencil skirt is the...

When I’m not working, I can usually be found doing something creative – it’s generally sewing! Having a number of friends who also sew is a great motivator, as well, and over the past few years we have become a sort of sewing bee. We all like to help out on each other’s projects, which can come in handy, and...

Over the last few days we have felt something of a sombre and reflective mood across the shores of Britain as we all take time out of our busy schedules to honour and remember the young lives that were cut short during The Great War of 1914-1918. Of course, World War I was a turning point in history, the effects...

A few weeks back Cheryl Cole surprised her fans by announcing she had married her French restauranteur boyfriend of three months, Jean-Bernard Fernandez-Versini. They married in a casual and very private ceremony on the beach in Mustique. There haven't been any official photographs of the couple on the day and not much has been revealed about what Cheryl wore so...

This year, we seem to have been fairly lucky with the weather and have had a few weeks of hot and sunny weather. Now is the time that people usually go on holiday but even if you aren't going away you can still get out your summer clothes and Dressmaking Fabrics to make the most of the heatwave we are...

Last night, Channel 4 screened the first of a new series by Dawn O' Porter about vintage clothes and Dressmaking Fabric called This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show. Dawn is well known for her unique look and is an advocate for wearing vintage clothing, especially on her Twitter account. In a world where 'fast fashion' and 'high street fashion' are...

Whilst many of Britain's sports fans are waking up this morning full of disappointment following England's World Cup defeat against Uruguay last night, the good news is that on Monday one of the world's biggest sporting events is due to commence right here in England. The Wimbledon Championship is the oldest and the most prestigious tournament in the world of...

At the weekend I ventured out in the pouring down rain over to Liverpool and St George's Hall. The hall was holding a vintage fashion and textile fair with around 90 stalls. Most of the stalls were selling vintage clothing however one stall was selling vintage inspired fashion made from modern fabrics in a vintage style. There are a number...

If you are looking forward to the British summertime weather (which we seem to have had very little of so far!), you might be wanting your sewing projects to start reflecting that - with the bright sunshine come light and breathable Dressmaking Fabrics, summer dresses and clothing to keep you cool in the warmth. As I am off to the...