Calico fabric provides a natural, blank canvas, perfect for mocking up patterns, marking down adjustments whilst on the form, draping and even as a base natural textile for printing on. This versatile fabric is cheap and easy to work with, meaning that you can perfect your designs before cutting into an expensive or rare fabric!
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13 Tips For Sewing With Bamboo Towelling Fabric
Bamboo is one of the most sustainable sources on the planet, but did you know that it can be used to produce a soft, strong and eco-friendly textile that is perfect for keeping cosy, mopping up spills and a variety of re-usable projects?!
Non? Well! In this guide we’ll be talking aaalllll about bamboo towelling fabric, sharing how this super-fabric is made and giving you 13 sewing tips for handling this fluffy little fella of a fabric…
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Learn All About Digital Print Fabric
Have you ever heard that digital printing on fabric is more eco friendly?!
Were you curious about Digital Print Fabric & wondered what it even is?
We’re here to help! Grab a coffee & learn all about digital print fabric and the print industry!
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The Ultimate Guide To Hand and Machine Sewing Needles
Tired of confusing needle types and struggling to understand needle size charts? Ringing a bell seam-star?
Well, the good thing is you’re not the only one! It can be suuuper duper confusing, especially if you’ve recently started sewing.
But every day is a school day, which is why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to sewing needles to help you navigate the world of BOTH machine & hand sewing needles.
Or if you’re a seasoned seam-star this is a great refresher to brush up on your knowledge.
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How To Use a KAM Snap Press
Are you on the hunt for plastic snap fasteners for your latest project? Maybe you’ve invested in some but are feeling a little lost on how to install them? We hope our latest blog can help with all your KAM snap worries.
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What To Make With Mesh Fabric
Hey Seam-Stars,
Now you’ve learnt everything you need to know about Mesh from our handy fabric guide, why not get inspired by some project ideas! Missed our fabric guide? You can take a look at the blog here.
We have some fab patterns from ByAnnie that would be great projects to get started with sewing with mesh.
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15 Tips For Sewing with Mesh Fabric
Mesh fabric can be a little intimidating – how can you get something with so many holes in to stay together? But with a little technical guidance, mesh is actually very easy to sew, and can be applied to many different projects!
Mesh fabric comes in lots of different weights and types, used for different things such as sportswear, bridal wear, bag making and even practical purposes like workwear and equipment – but today we’ll be discussing the Polyester Mesh we sell which is perfect for bags and accessories!
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What is Mesh Fabric?
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Go Super Size with Extra Wide Fabrics!
Huge Fabric Scraps
Ever heard the term “wide backs” and wondered what it means? No – it’s not a dressmaking alteration for the broad shouldered!
Some of you beginner seam-stars out there have come across some fabrics on our website which are a huuuuge 106” wide and might think, why on earth would you need a piece of fabric that wide?! Well you’re in luck! In this blog, we’ll be going through why we need extra wide fabrics and inspire you with what they can be used for.
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No Overlocker? No Problem! Finishing Seams without an Overlocker or Serger
Do I need an overlocker?
We see this question a lot! Everyone knows that the best way to give your projects a polished & professional finish is to make sure all of your seams are finished neatly – it’s not often we buy items in the shops and they are left with raw seams! As well as being aesthetically pleasing, appropriately finished seams can help your project or garment last longer, stay together better and strengthen the seams, which is ideal if you plan on washing it!
The best way to finish a seam to a professional standard is with an overlocker, however there are plenty of ways to finish seams using a regular sewing machine, or tools you already have too – meaning you can have a clean finish whether you are a beginner or advanced in your sewing, and have not yet made the leap to purchase an overlocker or serger.
So here are just a few techniques on how to finish your seams without an overlocker or serger…
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A Rainbow Of Possibilities! Kona Fabric Guide
What is Kona fabric?
Kona is premium quality quilting cotton by Robert Kaufman and we believe it’s the quilter’s 1st choice when choosing fabrics for their projects!
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