Fabrics

Being a total sewaholic, I have been asked what I would like for Christmas this year by family members - and my answer is fabric! I love to spend my spare time making clothing and costumes for myself and friends, and there are a few Dressmaking Fabrics that I choose to use over and over again in my sewing projects...

Although most of us are currently thinking of Christmas and all of the things we will be making for the holiday season here at Calico Laine we are beginning to think of what people will be looking to buy next year. If you are already looking to Buy Fabric Online for spring/summer 2015 we have a new fabric that has just...

Now that we are within a month of Christmas, you might have finished your Christmas shopping and preparations and are now after a dressmaking project to focus on while you wait for the big day to arrive. I love to spend my free time sewing anything and everything, and I have been looking into Dress Fabrics to use for clothing suitable to...

With Christmas drawing ever closer and the madness of last-minute shopping descending on those of us who perhaps aren't quite as ready as we'd like to be, warmth is an important factor when it comes to that late night dash for those extra presents and big day food bargains. As a result, our customers are looking for warmer Fabrics for...

Disney release their new version of Cinderella in early 2015. This week Disney have released the first trailer for the much anticipated remake of the classic fairytale Cinderella starring Cate Blanchett. The cast of Disney Princesses have delighted and enthralled many generations of girls (and boys!) and with the huge success of last year's Frozen starring Princess Elsa we...

This weekend, millions of us all over the country stopped what we were doing to take part in remembrance services and silences to mark Remembrance Weekend. This important event is an opportunity for us to come together and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice and given their lives in conflict for the freedom we enjoy...

We are a week into November and the Christmas adverts are already on our televisions, the songs are playing in stores across the country and decorations are available to buy everywhere! Everyone is either starting to prepare or well on their way to being ready for the big day in December, and some of you might be thinking about clothing...

Here at Calico Laine we are very enthusiastic and excited to provide our customers with a wide variety of different Fabrics suitable for all dressmaking projects they may be doing at the time. Our sales team are on hand to help at any point whether you just need advice on what material to choose or you need help picking colours...

This month, one of the most successful motion pictures of all time is back in movie theatres. As Gone With The Wind prepares to celebrate its 75th Anniversary, cinemas around the world will once again welcome fans of this timeless classic set during The American Civil War. Based on the 1936 novel by Margaret Mitchell the epic tale follows the...

Satin Fabrics give off such elegance and feminine glamour making it a perfect material for evening wear garments like dresses, gowns and long skirts. Satin is a very identifiable fabric noticed from its glossy shiny surface and duller background making it extremely popular with all ages. It is quite a stiff fabric so its able to create beautiful structures for...