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April 14th, 2012
Gingham is such a bright attractive fabric that will enhance the warmer months and can be used in dressmaking, crafts and can be even used for tablecloths and bunting. Our Gingham are also fantastic value for money so can be used for an array of different uses, even curtains! Our gingham is made from poly cotton and is 115cm wide. It is available in 1/4, 1/8 and even large check! There are also some lovely bright colours available too!
We also have a Cotton Rich Gingham, which is slightly wider than the other at 150cm wide and is made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester and comes in some lovely bright colours. If you are looking for a gingham which would be more suitable to make into clothing, the Gingham Seersucker would be ideal, it is softer than the other gingham and has quite a small check.
We also have many other Summer Prints in our range, from Chiffon to printed cottons which are so beautiful and will suit an array of different tastes. If you do require a swatch of the fabric so you can have a look and feel before you buy, simply contact us and we can get a sample sent out to you asap!
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: Gingham, Ginghams, Large Check Gingham, Small Check Gingham
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March 7th, 2012
Our selection of fabrics is so vast that sometimes the choice can be a little overwhelming. Here at Fabric-world we have such a wide range of materials to help you with your dressmaking and crafts and also a brilliant range of Haberdashery products.
We have a fantastic range of Satin’s in a choice of finishes and prices which would be suitable for all types of dressmaking. One of our most popular satins is the Economy Satin which is great value for money and can even be used as decor for big events as there are so many rich colours available. The Economy Satin is 150 cm and is made from 100% polyester. It has a stunning sheen to it! If you are loo0king for a heavier weight quality satin the Duchess Satin would be an ideal choice as it is perfect for evening and bridal wear. There are also other satin’s available in the range such as:
- Economy Satin Back Crepe
- Satin Back Crepe
- Satin Back Dupion
- Stretch Satin
- Twinkle Satin
- Printed Satins
We also have a range of fancy dress fabrics in materials such as Faux Fur and Lycra and even Halloween designs! We also have heavier weight fabrics such as Fleece, Melton’s and Double Knit Jerseys for various uses whether you are making blankets or clothing items such as jackets!
We have many more fabrics to choose from for all types of uses so come and have a look at the website and see if there is anything to suit you. We also have a brilliant range of Haberdashery products, Ready Made Curtains and Curtain Accessories too!
We have a great choice of Fabrics here at Fabric World .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: Buy Fabrics, Dress Lining, Dressmaking Fabric, Duchess Satin, Economy Satin, Fabrics
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March 1st, 2012
As the warmer weather is fast approaching us our range of Gingham is the perfect way to add a touch of Summer! Whether you are wanting to make summer dresses, create lovely accessories such as bags, or to line hats etc we have a great range of colours to choose from! Our Gingham fabrics can also be used as table cloths for parties too!
We have a few different options within our Gingham range. Our Poly Cotton Ginghamis 115cm wide and are available in some lovely rich colours. We also have different sizes of checks 1/4, 1/8 and large check. We also have a Daisy Print Gingham which is really pretty design and really incorporates the Summer theme!
We also have a Cotton Rich Gingham which are softer to the touch and are made from 60% cotton and 40% polyester. They are 150cm wide which would probably be more suited to dressmaking.
We also have a wide range of Summer Print fabrics in some stunning patterns and designs whether you want a floral theme or modern print, there is such a wide range! They are all 115cm wide and are lovely and soft to the touch.
I hope that you have enjoyed today’s blog and that it has been informative about just a few of our fabrics! If you have any queries regarding any of our materials, please don’t hesitate to contact us and a member of our sales team will be more than happy to help you! As always, if you have any thoughts or ideas of your own, 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 Bridal Fabrics and any competitions!!!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabric, Dressmaking Fabrics, Ginghams, Summer Dressmaking, Summer Fabrics
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January 30th, 2012
One thing we are always doing here at Fabric-World is ensuring that we are always expanding our selection of fabrics! Today I would like to talk about our latest range of fabrics…Voile Fabrics! We have found that Voile Fabric has been very much in demand recently and you can really see why when you take all the possibilties for Voile Fabric into consideration. We have now introduced a fabulous new range of colours of Voile Fabric, so whatever colour scheme your are working with can be catered for!
Voile Fabric is a beautiful soft fabric that is often used when a soft draping material is required for a variety of projects. One are that Voile Fabric is often used in is Dressmaking. Voile Fabric has a sheer look to it and is a great alternative to Organza fabric should you want a different selection of shades to choose from.
Another very popular use for Voile Fabric is for window dressing. Voile Fabric is often used to make a more modern alternative to Net Curtains and can create an attractive set of sheer Curtains for any room in your home. Another great way to incorporate Voile Fabric into your window designs, is to use it as a draping material, purely for decoration purposes.
When working with Voile Fabric, it is worth nothing that the edges will need to be finished either by machine, or even by using ‘Fray Check’ . Should you be using your Voile Fabric to create your own window dressings, please feel free to ask us about our tailoring service where we can offer professional hemming for just £1.50 per metre!
To see the full range of Voile Fabrics that we have available. Please feel free to browse through the website at www.fabric-world.com and if you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact us on 0151 336 4706 where a member of our sales team will be more than happy to help you! If you have any thoughts or comments on how to use Voile Fabrics, then please do share your ideas 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 of the latest news and special offers!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Net Curtains, Organza, Voile Fabric, Window Dressings
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October 30th, 2011
Here at Fabric-World we stock a wide variety of Fabrics, including ranges which are better suited to different times of the year. Our large range consists of many fabrics which are very versatile and can be used to create various items, whether its clothing garments, accessories, toys and certain home ware items.
One of our most popular Fabric ranges is our Faux Fur, which gets more popular as the weather gets colder. Our long pile fur fabrics are all 100% acrylic and are excellent quality fabrics which can be used in many ways. Some popular uses for Faux Fur is to use them for pets bedding, children’s soft toys and even fancy dress uses. We stock our Faux Fur Fabrics in a wide variety of prints including cow prints, tiger prints and dog prints meaning many different fancy dress costumes can be made from this fabric.
Faux Fur Fabrics can also be used to create clothing garments such as jackets and coats, which are becoming a very popular fashion item this winter. Fur jackets are ideal for winter as they will keep the wearer warm during the cold weather whilst still being fashionable and on-trend.
At Calico Laine we have a wide variety of Faux Fur Fabrics available in different colours and prints. Our printed fur fabrics are more suited to be used for fancy dress, pet bedding and children’s toys, whereas our coloured fur fabrics are ideal for clothing. Black and Dark grey are the most popular colours for coats and jackets, however within our large range you’re guaranteed to find a colour to suit you.
To see our full range of Faux Fur Fabrics, visit our website www.fabric-world.com where you can order samples of our fabrics to ensure they’re suitable before you buy! If you have any problems or queries, our friendly sales team can be contacted on 0151 336 4706 and will 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 why not sign up to our email newsletter on our website to receive regular emails containing product information, offers and exclusive discounts!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Faux Fur, Fur Fabrics
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September 22nd, 2011
One of the newest products we have in our satin range is Stretch Satin which is a great fabric to use in your Dressmaking. Stretch satin is made from 95% polyester and 5% lycra with a lateral stretch to it. This makes it a very durable and good quality fabric and is most suitable for evening wear garments. With a soft sheen to it, Stretch Satin is most popular with our customers who do not want a very shiny fabric but still want a satin fabric for their dressmaking.
Stretch Satin is a perfect dressmaking fabric for patterns that require a bit of stretch as it contains 5% lycra. This makes it perfect for garments that are fitted but still need to allow some movement. The lycra within the make up of Stretch Satin makes it extremely comfortable to wear and this has made it a very popular fabric with our customers. Having that small amount of lycra in a fabric is a desirable quality as it really adds to the comfort and feel of the fabric.
Suitable for dresses, skirts and even tops our Stretch Satin is available in a range of colours including silver, red and black. It would be perfect for a evening dress, skirt or possibly a smart jacket for a formal occasion. At £4.99 per metre, Stretch Satin is perfect for those wanting to use satin but are on a budget. Even though this is one of the cheaper satins in our range it still has an expensive look to it and its sheen really adds to its gorgeous aesthetic.
I hope that you have enjoyed todays blog and that it has been informative about our fabric. If you have any thoughts or ideas of your own, please feel free to share them with us 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 and special offers!!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Dressmaking, Dressmaking Fabrics, Satin Fabric, Stretch Satin
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September 10th, 2011
Within our range of Fabrics here at Fabric-World we have a variety of different Satin Fabrics, including Duchess Satins, Twinkle Satins and Economy Satins. Satin fabrics are commonly used for dressmaking, however they are such versatile fabrics therefore can be used in various other ways.
The most popular use for most Satins is dressmaking, mostly eveningwear such as womens dresses and blouses. Duchess Satin is a popular choice for many ladies evening dresses as it has a soft feel but is also very durable meaning it will last. We have a variety of Duchess Satins stocked here at Fabric-World, all 100% polyester and priced between £6.79 and £7.49. We have a large selection of colours available within our Duchess Satin range and we also stock Duchess Satin in Medium Weight and Super Soft weights.
Another popular use for Satin fabrics is Bridal Dressmaking as these fabrics provide a very high quality and stylish finish. Our Japanese made Satin Back Crepe is a popular choice for Bridal and Bridesmaid gowns as it has Satin on one side which provides a beautiful sheen, and matt on the other to contrast. This fabric also matches perfectly with our range of Chiffon fabrics to create an individual design and garment. The Satin Back Crepe we have available is of the highest quality and is available in a variety of colours.
Satin Fabrics can also be made into a range of accessories, both mens and womens. Mens ties and womens fashion scarves are often made from Satin, as well as various other accessories. Decorative homewear items such as cushions can also be made from Satin fabric.
These are just a few examples of the many uses of Satin Fabrics, and a selection of the Satin Fabrics we have stocked here at Fabric-World, to see our full range visit our website www.fabric-world.com.
To keep up to date with all our latest news and product information, remember to follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
Tags: Bridal Dressmaking, Dresmaking Fabrics, Duchess Satin, Satin Back Crepe, satin Fabrics
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September 4th, 2011
Here at Fabric-World we have a large selection of Fabrics available, including a range of Childrens Prints in various designs which your children are sure to love. We stock 28 different products within this section, in patterns that will appeal to girls and boys.
All of our Childrens Prints come in a width of 115cm and contain cotton, with some being 100% cotton and others having different fabrics within them such as polyester. Within this range of printed fabrics we have various prints for both boys and girls, and with designs suited for babies, right up to older children. A few examples of the prints we have are spotted prints, car prints, cupcake prints, patchwork, and many more. Depending on the fabric, prices range from £2.49 to £4.99.
These fabrics can all be machine washed at 40 degrees, which is perfect for childrens clothing as they are guaranteed to get dirty at some point during the day! They are all lightweight materials which makes them suitable to be made into summer clothing as they will be comfortable and cool throughout the summer months. As well as being suitable for summer months, these fabrics can also be made into different items to be worn in the winter if layered with other items.
The Childrens Prints we stock are very versatile fabrics, as well as being suitable for childrens clothing, these fabrics can be made into childrens accessories such as bags, aprons and more. Various home items can also be made from these fabrics, including cushions, curtains and maybe even bedsheets!
To see our full range of Childrens Prints and the other fabrics they can be used with, visit our website www.fabric-world.com. If you have any problems with anything on our website and would like to speak to someone, our sales team can be contacted on 0151 3363939.
To keep up to date with all our latest news and information about latest products, follow us on Facebook and Twitter, where you can also participate in the frequent competitions we hold.
If you have any thoughts on todays blog, feel free to comment below.
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March 27th, 2011
In todays blog we will talking about the range of Cationic Chiffon that is available here at Fabric-World, and how they can be used in your Dressmaking designs. The name ‘Chiffon’ comes from an Old French word that means ‘Old rag’.
Cationic Chiffon is an iredescent two tone fabric that is made to look and feel like real silk. It is ideal for using in Dressmaking, and really does add a stuning finish to many formal garments, as it drapes well and creates beautiful layering over otther Dressmaking Fabrics.
Here are just some of the uses of Cationic Chiffon in Dressmaking:
- Formal wear – Cationic Chiffon is often used as a layer over other opaques Dressmaking Fabrics such as Duchess Satins and Taffetas. It is often used to add a two tone shimmering layer and a silky texture. It can be used in the Dressmaking of tops,
- Bridalwear – Cationic Chiffon is vastly becoming popular for the layering on Bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses, due to its elegant finish and shimmering tones.
- Accessories – Cationic chiffon can also be used to create stylish an indivdual accesories such as scarves and belts.
Dressmaking garments that have been made with Cationic Chiffon must be hand washed in cooler water due to its delicate nature. It can be difficult to work with, so it is important to ensure that care is taking when sewing it.
As you can see there are many uses in Dressmaking for Cationic Chiffon, and it is an effective addition to many different types of garments.
I hope you have enjoyed todays blog, and that it has given you some inspiration for using Cationic Chiffon in your Dressmaking projects. 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 our latest Dressmaking products and special offers!
Unti lnext time,
Fabric-World
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March 18th, 2011
In todays blog we are going to be talking about the range of Faux Fur fabric we stock here at Fabric-World, and some of the uses for it.
Here at Fabric-World, we have a range of 20 different colours and designs to choose from. All our Faux Fur fabric is a long pile fur, comes in a width of 150cm and is £8.99 per metre.
Faux fur is designed to emulate the look and feel of real fur, so it has many different uses:
- Faux Fur Clothing – Fur has long had a place in the world of fashion and is used to make warm outer clothing such as ladies and mens coats, and ladies shrugs. The increasing popularity of Faux Fur garments can be credited to the many petitions that have been carried out by animal rights campaigners, against the use of real animal fur. It is a suitable alternative, with many advantages over real fur: it is a fabric, therefore easy to work with and sew, and it is not open to deterioration or moth damage.
- Fancy Dress Clothing – Faux fur is an inexpensive and popular choice for many different fancy dress costumes. Here at Fabric-World, in our range of Faux Fur, we stock patterned designs including our Aligator and Tiger fabrics, so you can really have fun creating you own costumes!
- Fashion accesories – Faux Fur is vasty becoming popular to line Fashion Accessories such as bags, and really adds a touch of glamour to any outfit, whether it be for a daytime or evening look.
- Home decoration – Faux Fur is popular for creating beautiful designs in home interiors such as cushion and pillow covers, and rugs.
- Stuffed Toys – Faux Fur is easy to work with and is the ideal material for this.
As you can see, there are many possibilties for using Faux Fur, and it is becoming increasingly popular as a replacement to real fur.
I hope you have enjoyed todays blog and that it has given you some new ideas and inspiration! If you have have any thoughts or comments on todays blog, pleases feel free to leave a comment 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 products!
Until next time,
Fabric-World
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