Yesterday we were talking about buying Ready Made Curtains from Calico Laine. Today we will be talking about the brand new range of Crepe Fabrics that are available for using as a Dressmaking Fabric. Here at Calico Laine, our Crepe is a very high quality Dressmaking Fabric, that is 100% polyester. It is known to be a slimming fabric, so it is an extremely popular chocie for many ladies garments. It is also a Dressmaking Fabric known for its beautiful drape and fall. Crepe Fabric is a fantastic Dressmaking Fabric and has many different uses:
  • Scarves and other Clothing Accessories – Crepe Fabric is a good choice for Dressmaking scarves and any other Dressmaking Accessories that require a drape.
  • Ladies Dresses – Crepe Fabric can work well as a Dressmaking Fabric for daytime and evening time outfits. It is well suited to creating longer garments such as skirts and dresses, and it ideal if you are after the perfect fit and a nice fall on your clothing.
  • Coats and jackets – Crepe Fabric is a good choice for lighter jackets and overcoats as it has a smooth and smart appearance, and can be worn with any other type of Dressmaking Fabric.
  • Bridalwear – Crepe Fabric can be used as an alternative in Dressmaking Bridalwear and Mother of the Bride outfits. It is ideal it drapes beautifully and can be layered with other Dressmaking Fabrics such as Chiffon.
    • Here at Calico Laine, our Crepe is a very high quality Dressmaking Fabric, that is 100% polyester. It is known to be a slimming fabric, so is an extremely popular chocie for many ladies garments. It is also a Dressmaking Fabric known for its beautiful drape and fall. Crepe is a Dressmaking Fabric that is versatile and easy to work with, with a gauzy texture and a crisp appearnace. I hope you have enjoyed todays blog, and if you have any thoughts or comments, please feel free to leave them in the box below. And...don't forget to follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all the latest Dressmaking Fabrics and special offers. Until next time, Calico Laine