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May 24th, 2012
When it comes to Dressmaking, we often choose the types of Dressmaking Fabrics we used depending upon the particular garment it is that we are creating. Often the choice of Dressmaking Fabrics can depend upon personal preference to the type of material you would prefer, however the style of the garment being made is also often aninfluence on the choice of Dressmaking Fabrics.
Today I would like to have a look at a paricular type of garment – Formal Tops, and look at some of the best options that are available for getting the best results…..
One of our favourites for this kind of garment is Microfibre. This material is often described as having a ‘peachskin’ feel to it and is a wonderfully draping Dressmaking Fabric offering the highest quality and comfort to the wearer. It is a popular option as it oozes class and doesn’t necessrily need to be lined, especially for garments now we are coming into much warmer months of the year!
Another popular type of Dressmaking Fabric that is often used for formal tops is Super Soft Duchess Satin. This is again a material that is used due to its fantastic drape and quality look and feel, as well as it giving a wonderful sheen on the Satin side for those special occasions!
For those of you working on a budget, we also havea great choice of Economy Dressmaking Fabrics in these varieties – ‘Microfibre Peachskin’ and ‘Economy Satin’. As well as being great quality Dressmaking Fabrics, these are often also used for one off occasions and can even be used to line heavier Dressmaking Fabrics!
If you have any thoughts or ideas on how any of our Dressmaking Fabrics can be used to create formal tops or any other kinds of garments for occasion wear, please do leave all your comments in the box below!!! And should you need any help with choosing the perfect Dressmaking Fabrics, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 0151 336 4706 and a member of our sales team will be more than happy to help you! And….keep following us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all of the latest news and special offers!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
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May 19th, 2012
Here at Fabric-World we have a large range of Dressmaking Fabrics to choose from, so when it comes to creating garments, you can be sure to find the perfect material for your requirements! When it comes to making a dress, the first thing you will need to look at is the pattern you are using. This will give you an idea of where to start and which Dressmaking Fabric is best for you. The next thing to consider when choosing your Dressmaking Fabrics is the desired feel and look of the garment you are making.
One of our favourite Dressmaking Fabrics here at Fabric-World is Microfibre. Microfibre can be described as having a ‘peach-skin’ feel, as is a really luxurious Dressmaking Fabric that is extremely popular for making garments such as dresses, tops and skirts. It is often used in ladies Dressmaking due to the fact that it is comfortable against the skin. It is often a choice of Dressmaking Fabric as it can be created into fashionable and fitted garments, as well as being loose enough to not cling to the body! Microfibre is a great choice as an alternative to other formal Dressmaking Fabrics such as Duchess Satins, as it is known for its wonderful drape and flow when made into longer dresses and gowns.
The Microfibre Dressmaking Fabric that we have available comes in a wide ragne of colours, so you can be sure that you will find the perfect shade for you! It is 100% polyester and comes in a great width of 150cm. Another idea that has been popular for when Dressmaking with Microfibre, is the layering of it with other Dressmaking Fabrics such as Chiffons and Georgettes, and this can really provide a unique and classy look for any kind of formal occasion!
If you have any thoughts or ideas of your own, or would like to share your experiences of using this Dressmaking Fabric, please feel free to leave your comments in the box below. And please don’t forget to keep following us on Facebook and Twitter where we often have exciting news and competitions!
I hope you have enjoyed todays blog, and if you have any queries about any of our Dressmaking Fabrics, please feel free to contact us and a member of our sales team will be happy to help you!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Chiffon, Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Georgette, Microfibre
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May 12th, 2012
One of the best Dressmaking Fabrics to work with can be Crepe. Crepe is a Dressmaking Fabric that is often used to create a wide range of different garments and looks. The Crepe Dressmaking Fabric that we have available here at Fabric-World is a high quality material that has a beautiful look and feel when used to create clothing. It is 100% polyester and comes over to us from Germany.
There is a great range of colours of this Dressmaking Fabric to choose from, all of which are very popular options! Our Crepe also comes in a width of 150cm meaning that it is an ideal Dressmaking Fabric to create beautiful garments. Crepe is a Dressmaking Fabric that has weight yet still flows and drapes extremely well making it a great choice of Dressmaking Fabric for garments such as dresses and skirts.
Crepe is a Dressmaking Fabric that can be incorporated into garments all year round and dresses and skirts that are often created from it are slightly heavier than other Dressmaking Fabrics. As well as being great for skirts and dresses, Crepe Dressmaking Fabrics are also great for creating items such as lighter jackets and shawls.
Another variation of our Crepe Dressmaking Fabric is Satin Back Crepe. This is a Dressmaking Fabric with one side being a shiny and luxurious Satin, the other side being a matte Crepe. This is a fantastic Dressmaking Fabric to achieve a wide variety of results, and it is often used as a Dressmaking Fabric for dresses for formal occasions such as weddings and proms.
I hope that todays blog has been informative about the range of Crepe Dressmaking Fabrics that we have available here. If you have nay thoughts or ideas on how you can use Crepe Dressmaking Fabrics, please feel free to leave your comments in the box below…and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all the latest news!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
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May 6th, 2012
When it comes to selecting the perfect Jersey Dressmaking Fabrics, look no further than our beautiful range of materials here at Fabric-World. There are many different options when it comes to deciding which Jersey Dressmaking Fabrics are ideal for your requirements, and should you need help in deciding which one is best for you, please feel free to contact us on 0151 336 4706 and a member of our sales team will be more than happy to help you!
Here are some of our Jersey Dressmaking Fabrics and how they can be used to create the perfect garments….
Lycra Jersey – This is the highest of quality Jersey Dressmaking Fabrics and with its 4-way stretch, can give the ultimate comfort when made in to clothing. It comes in a width of 150cm and its composition is polyester and lycra, and now comes in a fantastic range of colours so you can be sure to find what you need! This Dressmaking Fabric can be made into extremely comfortable garments such as tops and dresses, and has now popularly become an option for maternity wear!!
Viscose Jersey – One of our latest Dressmaking Fabrics, this is a super soft Jersey material that really is ideal for Dressmaking. It comes in a width pf 150cm and has a 4-way stretch, guaranteeing you comfort!! This Dressmaking Fabric is now available in several brand new shades taking our range of colours to 12 stunning options!!
Cotton Jersey – This Dressmaking Fabric is 100% cotton and is a standard t-shirt weight. It comes in a brilliant width of 160cm and in a huge variety of colours. This is the perfect Dressmaking Fabric for creating garments such as t-shirts or even lighter weight cardigans which are the ideal weight during the summer months.
Double Knit Jersey – This Dressmaking Fabric is our heaviest Jersey Fabric and is perfect as we enter the autumn and winter months. Coming in a width of 150cm, it is a polyester/viscose/spandex mix, making it ideal for comfortable clothing. We have found this Dressmaking Fabric to be ideal for garment ssuch as jumpers cardigans or even accessories such as scarves!! It has several colour options including Black, Purple and Grey Marl.
I hope that you have enjoyed todays blog and that is has been informative about the range of Jersey Dressmaking Fabrics in stock. If you have any thoughts or ideas, please feel free to share them with us 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 news and special offer!!!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Cotton Jersey, Double Knit Jersey, Dressmaking Fabrics, Lycra Jersey, Viscose Jersey
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May 1st, 2012
Choosing a suitable Dressmaking Fabric can depend on the item you’re creating, which is why we stock such a wide range of versatile fabrics. Many of our Dressmaking Fabrics are suitable for most types of evening and party dresses, but there a few which are 30guaranteed to stand out from the rest. These Dressmaking Fabrics are:
Chiffon – Our Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics are ideal for creating an evening or party dress as they drape well and can be used with a variety of other fabrics. All of the Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics which we stock here at 100% polyester and Japanese made, so you know you’re getting a fabric which is excellent value for money.
Duchess Satin – Duchess Satin is an ideal Dressmaking Fabric to use when making a more formal evening gown due to its satin finish and beautiful drape when made into a full length gown. Our Duchess Satins are available in a large range of colours and are all 100% polyester and Japanese made.
Taffeta – Our German made Taffeta Dressmaking Fabrics are the perfect choice for evening gowns as they’re very high quality and will look beautiful when made into a variety of dress styles. All of our Taffeta Dressmaking Fabrics are 100% polyester and available in a range of colours so you’re sure to find a colour to suit you.
To see our full range of Dressmaking Fabrics, visit our website www.fabric-world.com, where you can order samples of all our Dressmaking Fabrics. If you have any problems or queries, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly sales team on 0151 3364706 and they’ll be happy to help.
If you’d like to keep up to date with all our latest news and product information, remember to follow us on Facebook and Twitter! And don’t forget to leave all your thoughts and comments in the box below!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Chiffon, Dressmaking Fabrics, Duchess Satin, Taffeta
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April 27th, 2012
Here at Fabric-World, we are always looking for stunning new Dressmaking Fabrics to add to our collection. When it comes to your Dressmaking projects, it is often the case that you want something fresh and unique to really create that individual garment for a special occasion. One way of using Dressmaking Fabrics to show off a sense of style is by using ‘two-tone’ fabrics. This two-tone effect in t he material is created through the weaving process of the material, meaning that different shades and colours can be seen from different angles and in different lights.
We have a couple of range of Dressmaking Fabrics with a two tone weave. One personal favourite is the Cationic Chiffon which comes in a fantastic range of colours. An example of this material is the ‘green’ shade with a red weave flashing through the grain. This really is a great way to spice up a favourite Dressmaking pattern or create a funky new garment.
Another range of materials that includes several options of two-tone shades is the Taffeta Dressmaking Fabric. Taffeta is a crisp yet light material that is often used for creating formal garments, and the effect of having two shades really broadens your options for colour matching. A great example of the Taffeta is the ‘Petrol Blue’ shade in which in different lights it appears blue and red.
Please do feel free to browse through our website at the full range of Dressmaking Fabrics on offer and should you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 0151 336 3939 and a member of our sales team will be more than happy to help you! If you have any thoughts or ideas about working with these types of Dressmaking Fabrics, please do share your comments with us i the box below as we would love to hear from you!
And….don’t forget to follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all of the latest news and special offers!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Cationic Chiffon, Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Taffeta
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April 23rd, 2012
If you are looking for an extra special Fabric to make into a real quality individual looking garment, we have a new section added to our website, the Haute Couture section contains some of the most beautiful fabrics that are available and we are always on the lookout to bring you new and exciting fabrics!
One of my personal favourites is the new Tulle fabrics, which are made from a very light netting material which is so soft to the touch. They are heavily embroidered with stunning sequins in complimenting colours which will really stand out and create a show stopping piece! At the moment we have a white/gold, silver, and black/gold combinations. They sequins will really catch the light and can be used as a statement piece on a dress to create the perfect look!
One of the newest additions to the section is the Matte Embroidered Fine Net, which has incorporated flowers on the embroidery which really create an intricate detailing. The rest of the embroidery will compliment the fabric and can be used over another fabric too!
There are also other one off pieces that are made from a beautiful selection of fabrics in a range of stunning colours so keep your eyes out for any new additions! We also offer a sampling service if you wish to see any of our fabrics before you buy to make sure they are right!
To see the full range of our products please do feel free to browse through the website at www.fabric-world.com and if you have any queries our sales team will be more than happy to help! You can always leave and questions or comments in the box below too! Follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all the latest news and special offers!
Thanks for reading!
Fabric-World
Tags: Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Haute Couture Fabrics, Quality Fabrics, Unique Fabrics
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April 17th, 2012
Jersey Fabrics are not only lovely to work with and create some lovely dressmaking designs, there is also a few choices when picking your Jersey Fabrics!
- Cotton Jersey- This fabric is T-shirt weight and is made from 100% cotton and is 160 cm wide! It is perfect to make into tops, t-shirts and dresses as it has a slight stretch in it so will be very comfortable to wear. It is also lovely to work with as it wont fray and comes in a selection of different colours, it wont fray either which is always a bonus!
If you are looking for something with a bit more stretch, we have a Viscose Jersey which has a four way stretch to it, and will drape brilliantly! The viscose jersey is so versatile as it can be used to make an array of different dressmaking designs too! It is made from 100% Viscose and comes in a standard width of 150 cm wide (60″). As there is a brilliant stretch with this fabric, it will enhance comfort and compliment the wearer of the fabric too!
If you want a Jersey that is suitable for evening wear, the Lycra Jersey would be a perfect choice. It has a lovely texture to it and really will drape beautifully! It would be perfect to make into a long evening dress and you could always accessorize it with our fantastic Haberdashery and Diamante selection which will really accentuate your dressmaking!
We also have a wonderful selection of Printed Jerseys in a wide choice of different designs which we are always on the lookout to add new additions to! So keep an eye out to see any new jerseys added to the range!
To see the full range of our products please do feel free to browse through the website at www.fabric-world.com and if you have any queries our sales team will be more than happy to help! You can always leave and questions or comments in the box below too! Follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all the latest news and special offers!
Thanks for reading!
Fabric-World
Tags: Cotton Jersey, Jersey, Jersey Fabrics, Lycra Jersey, Printed Jersey, Viscose Jersey
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March 29th, 2012
As the warmer weather is fast approaching us, we also start to think about summer holidays and the lovely clothing that we can make up! Here at Fabric-world, we have such a great selection of fabrics in an array of different designs to suit all tastes whether you are looking for something plain and light, or you are wanting something extra special, we will hopefully have something for you!
For example, Poplin is great value for money and comes in some lovely colours. It is made from 65% polyester and 35% cotton which is lovely and light so will help keep you cool in the summer months. Poplin is such a versatile fabric too as it can be used for crafts and even furnishings as they are great to make into cushion covers, also, if you are holding a picnic or summer party, poplin van be used a table cloths as they are such brilliant value for money.Poplin is also 115 cm wide.
Our range of Summer Prints come in all sorts of beautiful designs ranging from floral prints to bold spots and stripes in some lovely colours. Our Summer Prints come in a range of different materials and weights so there is many to choose from!
If you are looking to create a striking garment that flows beautifully and really has a touch of elegance, our Printed Chiffon will definitely create a lasting impression and flows beautifully. The Printed Chiffon comes in all different designs and beautiful rich colours.
To see the full range of our products please do feel free to browse through the website at www.fabric-world.com and if you have any queries our sales team will be more than happy to help! You can always leave and questions or comments in the box below too! Follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all the latest news and special offers!
Thanks for reading!
Fabric-World
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March 24th, 2012
Here at Fabric-World we now have a huge choice of Dressmaking Fabrics available, so it can be a difficult decision as to what is the right Dressmaking Fabrics for your needs. One of our most popular Dressmaking Fabrics is Microfibre, as it is soft and luxurious, and provides a beautiful drape when made into garments. Microfibre is known for its silky ‘peachskin’ feel, and is now becoming a popular choice of Dressmaking Fabric for contemporary weddings as opposed to using the traditional Dressmaking Fabrics such as Satins.
Microfibre can also be layerd well with other Dressmaking Fabrics such as Chiffon to add that extra touch of glamour to any occassion. We have a large shade range of 12 different colours to choose from, and this truly is the highest quality of Microfibre Dressmaking Fabric that is available.
Some of the uses of Microfibre as a Dressmaking Fabric include:
- Skirts and Dresses – This Dressmaking Fabric is ideal for creates garments such as skirts and dresses due to its floaty and draped appearance. It is also extremely comfortable to wear and can be created into garments for casual wear as well as for formal occassions.
- Trousers – Even a floaty pair of ladies trousers can be made from this beautiful Dressmaking Fabric as it can provide a wonderful fit and is favoured for its slimming qualities due to the drape.
- Jackets – Microfibre is often a favourite choice of Dressmaking Fabric for making longer ladies jackets that are lighter in weight and suitable for all year round.
These are just a few ideas as to what can be made using Microfibre as a Dressmaking Fabric. I hope that you have enjoyed todays blog and that it has been informative as to what can be made using this Dressmaking Fabric.
If you have any thoughts or comments, please feel free to leave them in the box below – and remember to follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all the latest news!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Chiffon, Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Microfibre, Satin
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