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Here at Calico Laine, we are always happy to welcome every customer who comes through our door; whether they are a sewing veteran or someone new looking to take up the hobby, we endeavour to help out each and every single one of them to make their shopping experience with us a pleasant one. This also extends to our website...

So, we all know in the summer all you want to do is sit outside in your garden sipping on a nice iced beverage enjoying the sun (when we have some). Well right now the sun is shining and there is only one more thing I can think of to make this summer more fun in your garden- bunting! 25mm...

When working on any sewing project, it is not just the fabric that is important to the process - it is also the haberdashery items, of which there are hundreds to choose from. So many projects require a good fastening item from our various ranges to ensure a good fit, and we stock a huge range of these both in-store and...

At Calico Laine, we understand that every single part of any bride's outfit has to be perfect for her big day. If you are after your dream dress, jewellery and accessories but struggling to find them in stores, why not consider having your own unique dress made from our extensive range of Bridal Fabrics available in both of our stores and online...

One of the most important Haberdashery tools in any dressmaker's sewing kit is a good pair of scissors. Available in so many different types, lengths and sizes, it is paramount to choose the correct pair for the job, whether it be to cut fabric, perform needlework or cut edges so that they don't fray as easily. Scissors are believed to...

If you are looking for a new sewing project to work on, you might be pondering over what Dressmaking Fabrics will be right for the job. Lately I have been working on making a few garments for the approaching summertime, and in today's blog I'll be talking about the selections I have made from Calico Laine's huge range of Dressmaking...

Recently we have had quite a few new faces visit us in-store at Calico Laine, hoping to take up the wonderful hobby that is sewing themselves. With all of the stock that we have, it can be a little overwhelmed and not everyone knows where to start when faced with so much choice, so in today's blog we have decided...

When I'm not working at Calico Laine, it's almost guaranteed that I'll be sat in front of my sewing machine, working on my latest dressmaking project. I love browsing our ranges of Dress Fabrics as they arrive in-store, and I am always plotting new garments to make and wear from each one that I like. In today's blog,  I'll be...

This year so far has seen a lot of new customers coming into our stores with the intention to take up dressmaking as a hobby, and the start of The Great British Sewing Bee this week will only help to inspire more people to start creating their own garments. Our friendly sales team is always happy to help, and in...

To take my mind off the dreary and cold weather we have been having recently, I have been planning out projects that I would like to make for the summertime later this year. At Calico Laine, we have plenty of Dress Fabrics suitable for all kinds of weather and all seasons, and in today's blog I'll be talking about a...