Many of us are finding ourselves at home with a lot of spare time on our hands at the moment. One of the best ways to occupy idle hands is to do something creative. So, lets dig out those knitting needles. Pick up that ball of wool and that pattern that you have been meaning to start for months and...
When you buy zips online there are so many to choose from, especially at Calico Laine. Open end or closed end, plastic or metal, invisible, extra-long; the list goes on. There is a lot to consider when choosing the right one. We provide both the best quality zips and the knowledge of what zip would be best for your project...
Starting a new dressmaking project can be quite daunting. There are so many decisions to make. The style, pattern, colour and most importantly, the fabric. Here at Calico Laine you will be spoilt for choice with Dress Fabrics, so unfortunately that may make your decision harder. However, our team are always on hand to help. We pride ourselves on our...
It’s not just fabric that we specialise in here at Calico Laine; Haberdashery is also our thing. We know that when it comes to your craft projects, it’s all in the detail. The finishing touches are so important. From fringing to ribbons, buttons to beads, we’ve got everything you could need both online and in store. Haberdashery Trims Add a...
Halloween is right round the corner and, here at Calico Laine, we cannot wait to start decorating and dressing up! We love any excuse to get crafty and spooky decorations really are our favourites. We know it can get a little stressful, so we have made it as easy as possible for you. Simply select our Halloween Fabrics section to...
Disney is something we can all recognise; either from our own childhood or from our children. The fun colourful characters bring joy and nostalgia to all. Here at Calico Laine, we aim to bring you the best new products from all over the world. When our team spotted these stunning Disney cottons, we simply could not resist. They are stunning, versatile...
As September begins, we are all starting to think about when the cold weather sets in. If you are anything like me, this means cosying up on the sofa with a cup of tea. Here at Calico Laine, one of our absolute favourite cuddly fabrics is our huge range of Fleece Fabrics. We have an ever-expanding variety of prints and...
We love a bit of sparkle here at Calico Laine. Sequin Fabrics of all kinds have been part of our product range for many years, and we are always working to bring you the latest fashions. Our sequin and sparkle fabrics are perfect for everything from stage wear, dance wear, occasion wear and even event decoration. Sequin Jersey and Lycra...
Haberdashery Gift Ideas As we are about to hit the Autumn months, some of the more organised few start to think about Christmas. This means more gift buying and planning than anyone wants to start when they're still stuck in the post-holiday blues. Even if Christmas isn't on your mind just yet, we all love to think of fresh ideas...
We are going knitting mad here at Calico Laine. Our favourite British Knitting Wool brand, Stylecraft, has launched some beautiful new lines and we just couldn't resist. With everything from luxury yarns, to new twists on old favourites, we are very proud of our yarn range and accessories. Knitting and crochet is an integral part of our Calico Laine community...
