We're going green this week with the Great British Sewing Bee! Using the theme of reduce, reuse, recycle; the contestants were asked to use re-purposed garments and fabrics for this weeks challenges. Reducing our waste when sewing is an important part of what we do. So much fabric ends up in landfills every year and we can all do our...
Haberdashery can be a bit of an umbrella word. It can cover everything from your most basic sewing essentials through to specialist items. But how do you wade through all the exciting sparkly pieces to get to what you really need? Our team at Calico Laine is on hand to help you create your perfect haberdashery kit. This is great...
Do you ever enter a Haberdashery shop and feel completely overwhelmed by the selection of threads on display? You're not alone. These days the variety is extensive and it's very easy to get confused by the sheer volume. Gutermann are the leading manufacturer of sewing threads with a fantastic global reputation and a history spanning over 125 years, so it's safe...
Can you believe its December already? Where has the year gone? Don't despair yet though, there still 3 full weeks left and till the big day, which means you still have plenty of time to stock up on your haberdashery supplies and complete your festive projects, whatever they may be. Door Bows It's impossible to ignore all the fabulous Christmas...
So you've bought somebody special a gorgeous new sewing box for Christmas, you know they're going to made up with it The problem is, what Haberdashery items do you fill it with? Obviously you have all the generic basics, needles, threads, an unpicker etc etc. Why not add a few fun items of haberdashery to make it a Christmas gift...
Haberdashery can be a complicated subject as it covers to so many variables, choices, personal preferences and brands. It doesn't matter if you're a complete beginner or an experience dress maker, its very easy to get confused when buying sewing machine needles. The selection is vast and it can be overwhelming understanding the intricacies. I've had a look though out...
Vilene, also know as Vlieseline have been one of the international leader in producing Haberdashery products for over 60 years. The company, based in Germany employ's a group of people who are at the cutting edge of developments within the haberdashery trade, this enables Vilene to constantly introduce new lines and keep its audience intrigued and loyal to a name...
School Essentials, Haberdashery: With the changing of the seasons comes the start of a new school year. Some of our little ones aren't so little anymore and are making the big step from junior school to secondary. With this change comes a whole host of subjects and skills that they may never have experienced before, including textiles. Most schools now require...
In recent years bag making has become an increasingly popular hobby for sewing enthusiasts. As the consequence Haberdashery supplies have increased their ranges to meet demands. The products available these days enable you to make all kinds of bags finished to the highest standard. Prym Products Prym are the largest haberdashery supplier globally so needless to say they have an outstanding selection of...
Calico Laine strives to bring you nothing but the best of dressmaking fabrics and when it comes to Haberdashery we are equally as passionate. We strive to provide you, from budding dressmakers to seasoned professionals, with everything you need to create, craft and complete. So whether you need to restock your sewing supplies or add a little flair to give...
