Fabrics

Calico Laine is a great well known Fabric Shop located on the wirral in two stores one in liscard and one in neston. It is now well known by all local customers who love shopping in the stores and also online giving it a great status as a local business. Calico laine began in 1973 by Dave and Wendy who...

Bi-Stretch Fabric is one of our most popular materials here at calico laine due to the colours the range has to offer and the amount of creations you can achieve with this fabric. Bi-Stretch Fabric is perfect for creating workwear clothing items such as suits, skirts, jackets and trousers as it is comfortable to move in and doesn't require much...

Baize Fabric is one of our materials here at calico laine that a lot of customers don't really know much about and its only purchased by those who know exactly what they need for. Baize is a woollen cloth that is mostly used to cover pool tables, other gaming tables and for lining drawers in cabinets. It is great for...

Chiffon Dress Fabric is a very popular material for creating a range of different garments especially at this time of year. Due to the temperatures and the light weight of the Chiffon Fabric it is the perfect choice for summer clothing items and overlaying over materials giving garments such as skirts and dresses a more flowing drape. Here at calico...

Our stores are based on the wirral in neston and liscard and they are both extremely popular to all our customers who shop with us. Calico Laine the Fabric Shop not only sells a wide range of gorgeous materials but also has a lot more products to offer including haberdashery items, craft pieces and a variety of knitting wools so...

Its now may which means its nearly officially summer so what better time to start creating your summer wardrobe with some of our beautiful printed Dressmaking Fabrics. When thinking about your ideal summer garment you should think about the colour, the design and the quality of fabric you are choosing. At summer time I love going for bright colours with...

It is becoming more and more popular to get away and have your big day on an exotic beach somewhere with all your family and friends there to watch. When choosing a location to have your wedding you have to think about all aspects as the change in climate can affect the theme you want. Its difficult to shop for...

Our Bridal Fabrics range includes a variety of beautiful traditional bridal coloured material perfect for gowns, accessories and table decorations on your big day. Bridal Fabrics we have both in store and online include satins, chiffons, laces and many more stunning materials in a wide range of shades that are perfect for bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses that will compliment...

We receive a high volume of enquiries from customers who are new to the hobby of dressmaking and are looking for Fabrics suitable for honing their skills. We carry a wide range of reasonably priced Fabrics suitable for practicing your sewing and dressmaking skills that are easy to handle and sew: Cotton - one of our best selling Fabrics, cotton...

Satin Fabric first became popular in the middle ages in China. The cloth is named after the port where it was originated, Zaitum. Satin was considered a luxury item which was used for commercial trading purposes throughout China and the Arab world during the 12th century. The fabric didn't become popular throughout Europe until the 14th century. Satin Fabric was reserved for royalty and...