Is it too soon the mention the dreaded C word? Lets be honest though, if you make a lot of your Christmas presents it's always sensible to start early because it will be here before you know it. There's nothing quite like a cosy evening in sorting through your Autumn Fabrics especially as the nights draw in and the weather...
Fleece Fabrics are the most perfect materials for the colder winter months as they keep us warm, comfortable and cosy when the weather is not too great. All of a sudden the weather has started dropping so now is the perfect time to start stocking up on your winter fabrics and start creating stunning garments and accessories that are ideal...
In a entry earlier this week on Calico Laine's blog, we gave a quick run-through of How To create a simple fleece blanket that has no sewing required. This is a great gift for anyone, and even if you are just creating one for yourself to keep cosy while we are stuck with miserable, chilly weather, these blankets are incredibly easy...
As you may know, it's winter! Fleece Fabrics are the PERFECT winter warmer fabric. Fleece is such a versatile fabric and is so easy to work with. It can be made into almost anything, ranging from a mermaid tail blanket to a wrap over cape jacket - I have personally seen both of these made up and they look fabulous...
With Christmas just around the corner everybody here at Calico Laine are preparing themselves for a very busy time. Creativity is flowing and things are starting to become a lot more personalised with regards to presents, from Fleece Fabric onesies to Dress Net Fabric door bows. With a wide variety of Fabrics, Haberdashery and Craft items online at Fabric-World we...
So far, we have been quite lucky with the weather and it has been surprisingly warm for September but today has taken a turn and the wet and cold weather seems to have truly arrived or at least it has in our Liscard store! It won't be too long before we start putting the heating on at home and will all be...
Winter is fast approaching and we are all starting to think about winter fashion and what fabrics we can use to make up some stylish warm garments ready for the cold season. At calico laine we have a large range of fabrics that are especially ideal for the colder months such as melton, woollen flannel and tartans due to their...
One of the fabrics that our customers here at Calico Laine love is our fleece; we carry this in so many different colours and patterns that we often get comments about being spoiled for choice both in-store and online. If, like me, you are someone who works with fleece a lot, you might often find yourself with small scrap pieces...
For the last 15 years or so my Christmas has not differed. Christmas eve at about 6 pm we all get into our warm, snug, fabulously festive pyjamas and sit with a never ending supply of hot drinks and a movie marathon of all the classic Christmas films. However, if you also have the same love of Christmas as we...
Fleece Blanket Fabric is one of our best selling products, particularly during the winter months. A versatile Fabric which is particularly easy to work with and sew, Fleece is perfect for creating comfortable and cosy blankets, perfect for snuggling up in front of a roaring fire. Our selection of Fleece Blanket Fabric is ideal for making cosy gifts for all...
