Dressmaking

  1. Festival Season Style Guide: DIY Outfit Ideas for Every Music Event

    Get festival-ready with these DIY outfit ideas! From boho chic for folk events to rave-ready neon looks for EDM festivals, this style guide has you covered for every music event. #FestivalFashion #DIYStyle
  2. THE HISTORY OF CHELTENHAM RACES FASHION AND FABRIC FROM TRADITIONAL TO MODERN STYLE

    THE HISTORY OF CHELTENHAM RACES FASHION AND FABRIC FROM TRADITIONAL TO MODERN STYLE   Image source: Calico Laine – Created In-house A Celebration of Elegance and Evolution The Cheltenham Festival is much more than a prestigious horse racing event—it is a showcase of sartorial elegance and a celebration of timeless fashion. For decades, the festival has drawn attention not only for...
  3. Exploring the Use of Plain Cotton Poplin Fabrics in Dressmaking

    Exploring the Use of Plain Cotton Poplin Fabrics in Dressmaking
    Intro Plain Cotton Poplin Fabrics are a versatile and popular choice for dressmaking, patchwork, and crafting projects. Crafted with 100% cotton, these fabrics are known for their durability, softness, and breathability. In this blog post, we will explore the many uses of Plain Cotton Poplin Fabrics and provide tips and tricks for working with them in your projects. Understanding Plain...
  4. Summer Dressmaking Fabrics

    Summer Dressmaking Fabrics
    I don't think there is anything more satisfying than walking out in something you've carefully manufactured yourself, from scratch. That feeling of accomplishment and knowing that your garment is totally unique is so rewarding. It's even better when people start complementing your work and you get to proudly announce its all your own handy work. Dressmaking really is gratifying. Whether...
  5. Dressmaking with Calico Laine

    Dressmaking with Calico Laine
    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...
  6. The Best Ways To Use Zip Fasteners

    The Best Ways To Use Zip Fasteners
    The zip fastener or ‘clasp locker’ has been used for many years in dress making and haberdashery and its use has evolved over this time as well as its name with it commonly being referred to as zip, zipper or fly. The functionality and design of the zip has made it a popular choice in securing fabric together. It is...
  7. Create beautiful dresses with our dressmaking fabric

    Create beautiful dresses with our dressmaking fabric
    There's nothing more satisfying than creating a brand new dress for your or your family or friends. Dressmaking is an amazing craft to take up that is not only fun but can also be really beneficial when you see how great it is to make your own dresses. This is why we make sure we always provide the best dress...
  8. Tartan - the best winter fabric you'll find

    Tartan - the best winter fabric you'll find
    Whenever we think about the perfect winter fabrics our minds always end up in two places: wool and tartan. While we know that tartan is more of a pattern rather than a fabric, we still think it brings up gorgeous ideas about designs and outfits that we can create with that familiar Scottish pattern. Tartan - the perfect winter fabric...
  9. How to use ribbons - Craft, glitter or Christmas

    How to use ribbons - Craft, glitter or Christmas
    Ribbons are an under rated piece of material in our eyes, and aren't given nearly as much attention as they deserve. With so many different ways that you can use ribbons in a variety of hobbies, they're useful to have around and very pretty to look at. So, with all of this in mind, we thought we'd show ribbons some...
  10. Our December Sale - 10% off EVERYTHING

    Our December Sale - 10% off EVERYTHING
    When buying fabric online during this time of year there can be no two better words to read than: 'December sale'. So we've decided that we want to treat you all to the chance to buy your Christmas and winter fabric online with us now for a discounted price! Amazing fabric sale online now If you need another reason to...

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