Fabrics

Over the past few years, the hobby known as "cosplay" has been on the rise in Great Britain, and with new and recurring conventions popping up all over the UK, more and more people wanting to show their passion for their favourite movies, television shows and video games have been attending these events dressed up as their most loved characters...

Brooke Vincent wearing a classic LBD with a twist at the 2015 Bafta Awards. Last weekend saw the 61st British Academy Television Awards take place in London's Theatre Royal with some of the nation's biggest small screen stars walking the red carpet sporting an array of fabulous high street and designer pieces. Award shows are the perfect way to predict...

When you are sat at home watching TV and suddenly that wave of creativity washes over you to start a new and fun project, there is nothing better than getting out your laptop and searching for Fabric Online. Just the other day I found a fabric that was destined to be made into a loving member of my cushion collection...

In anticipation of the summer and to take my mind off the rain that we have intermittently had 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...

If you are looking for inspiration for a new dressmaking project or simply seeking out that perfect fabric for your next design, we recommend taking a look at the expansive Calico Laine website to Buy Fabrics Online - everything that we sell online is something available in our stores, and if you are looking for something in particular but struggling to find...

With spring/summer season just around the corner, our buyers have been particularly busy stocking up ion beautiful items perfect for creating your bespoke summer wardrobe. Now it is easier than ever to Buy Fabrics Online there is no need to spend precious hours of your spare time queueing in shops  to try on the same old off the rack items...

With the weather gradually brightening up all over the country, we are seeing more and more customers visiting us both online and in-store who are who are seeking out the perfect Dressmaking Fabrics for their wedding day. Here at Calico Laine, we stock plenty of items that would be a great choice for such an occasion, and in today's blog we'll be...

Here at calico laine we have a had a large range of new fabrics come in including both plain and printed materials ideal for summer time. You Buy Fabrics Online or in store which is ideal for all customers especially those that live further away. One of our new range includes stretch cotton poplin fabric which is excellent quality and...

If you are an excited bride-to-be on the hunt for the perfect Bridal Fabrics to use in garments for your big day, whether it be your own gown, your bridesmaid dresses or even the cravats and ties that your groom and his groomsmen will be wearing, then look no further than Calico Laine's fantastic ranges of fabrics. We offer all sorts of...

Now that the Great British Sewing Bee has crowned its deserving winner after another fantastic series that saw the contestants sewing over 100 different garments, we have seen many new and regular customers visiting our stores, full of inspiration and itching to start a new sewing project. For those of you who do not have the option of visiting our...