I have always been of the thought that if you are going to take the time to make your own clothes then you should use the best fabrics that you can afford. Here at Calico Laine we try to cover a range of different dressmaking fabrics suitable for all budgets. In my blog entry today I am going to cover some of the best selling fabrics we offer and give some indication as to why. I hope you enjoy: Duchess Satins: This really is a popular dressmakers fabric and with good reason. Duchess Satin has been around for many years and comes in a choice of lovely reliable colours. This fabric is perfect for bridal dresses, evening wear and even prom dresses. It is 150cm and made in Japan. Economy Satin:  A very popular fabrics for different types of dressmaking. It can be used on the main dress or even as a ling fabric. It is also 150cm wide and comes in over 20 different colours. Double Knit Jersey: My personal favourite, this jersey is truly stunning and makes up and washes amazingly well. This is no available in both solid and marl colours. Have you ever used any of our Dressmaking Fabrics in the past? If so please do share your experiences with us in the box below or on our Facebook and Twitter pages. We would love to hear from you, Until next time, Calico Laine