Satin Fabric

Intro Satin fabrics have long been associated with luxury and elegance, and it's easy to see why. From the smooth and shiny finish to the beautiful drape, satin fabrics are a staple in the world of fashion and home decor. In this blog post, we will explore three different types of satin fabrics: Duchess Satin, Satin Back Crepe, and Satin...

Intro In the realm of luxurious fabrics, the elegance and opulence of Duchess Satin have etched its name as an epitome of elegance. From its roots to its uses, this blog post unravels the enchanting world of Duchess Satin fabric. Unearthing the Origins of Duchess Satin Fabric Steeped in a rich history, Duchess Satin Fabric traces its beginnings to Zhejiang...

A Comprehensive Guide: Choosing Dressmaking Fabrics for Any Time of Year

In recent years Dressmaking has become more fashionable and has allowed people all over the UK to express their creative side. Here at Calico Laine we have always stocked a wide variety of high quality Dressmaking Fabrics. This leads me onto the topic of todays blog, you guessed it Dressmaking. I'm going to go into a little more detail about...

Dressmaking is both creative and rewarding; it is enjoyed by many people. Whether you indulge in dressmaking as a hobby, as part of your studies, or you are a fashion dress maker by profession - Dressmaking is enjoyed at all levels. Dressmaking gives you the opportunity to explore new ideas and inspirations, allowing you to be in control of your...

It has been a while since we gave you an update on what has been going on with Calico Laine, as always we have been very busy behind the scenes updating our website and providing new Fabric lines for our customers. As most of you will know we have always been one of the biggest UK Fabric retailers online for...

Starting a new dressmaking project can be quite daunting. There are so many decisions to make. The style, pattern, colour and most importantly, the fabric. Here at Calico Laine you will be spoilt for choice with Dress Fabrics, so unfortunately that may make your decision harder. However, our team are always on hand to help. We pride ourselves on our...

We talk about Duchess Satin Fabric a lot here at Calico Laine, and this post is no different. We are very proud of our high quality, versatile range and are always looking to expand. Our team aims to offer the best products available to suit every possible project your imagination could conjure up. This is why we have introduced our...

Its been an exciting year for the British public with another Royal wedding. Meghan Markle certainly lived up to all our expectations back in June, she was a stunning bride. Lets be realistic though, most of us don't have £200,000 to spend on a Givenchy dress. The same beautiful style can be recreated at a fraction of the price. If...

Its the beginning of the year and those of you getting married this summer already have their dresses sorted and ticked off. If you are a bit of a last minute person like myself you wont have much planned. Now is the time to start thinking about the perfect Wedding Fabrics for your big day. You need Bridal Fabric for...