April 2021

Have you worked with Batik Fabrics before? Do you know about the incredible way they are made? They are such a beautiful interesting fabric with such a fascinating history so we thought we would share a fabric guide all about them! We also cover a few handy tips about working with the fabrics, from washing to sewing! What will you be making with Batik fabrics? Have a read of the blog...

Thank you for tuning into our Facebook Live all about the brand new collection from Dashwood Studio, Silk Roads by Ali Brookes. If you missed it, you can watch the replay below! We have a ton of projects, kits and inspiration for this collection, check out the links below for everything we mentioned in the live: Silk Roads Fabric CollectionSilk...

Do you know the difference between a separating and close ended zip? What about a nylon coil vs a metal zip?  If you’re unsure then we’ve got just the thing for you! Check out our new guide on all things zips here. We cover the different types of zips, the difference between sizes, best uses, zipper feet, the anatomy of...

Thank you for tuning into our Facebook Live all about Bamboo fabric! If you missed it, you can watch the replay below! We also have a blog full of information about Bamboo fabrics here. All of the Bamboo Fabrics and other haberdashery items we mentioned are available on our website and listed below: Bamboo TowellingBamboo VelourBamboo French TerryBamboo JerseySeam TapeFabric...

Thank you for tuning into our Facebook Live all about the Beside the sea fabrics from Makower! Missed it? You can watch it back below. Everything you need to create the projects we mentioned are listed below: Subscribe to the NewsletterFull Fabric CollectionFREE Messenger Bag ProjectFREE Patchwork Bag ProjectFREE Ella Bag TutorialFREE Gathered Skirt TutorialStyle-Vil FoamDual Colour ZipsSwivel Bag HookBag...

Dreaming of the beach? We SO are! Get daydreaming about those sunny days ! ‘Beside The Sea’ is the latest beach inspired collection from Makower ?️  Want a free project? Feast your eyes on this gorgeous, mahoosive beach bag. Big enough to fit all the family towels, toys & even lunch! But it doesn’t have to be a beach bag...

Who’s excited that we can FINALLY go to our favourite holiday cottages this spring? Waking up on a sunny morning to the sound of songbirds & the warmth of the sunshine beaming, in a waterside cabin is what dreams are made of! (after the year we’ve had) Get yourself ready with this wildlife inspired collection by Nutex, it’s giving us...

Muddy & Messy? Two words that come to mind when thinking of a day at the farm - right? Well, Kate Jones’ latest collection is here to change your mind! ‘Farm Days’ for Dashwood Studio is inspired by the beauty & serenity of farm life. It’s not all grim & wet! With gorgeous repeat prints featuring some farm favourites like...

Understandably, we’ve had a lot of messages asking whether we’ll be re-opening to the public once retail stores start to open their doors again. We totally understand this will be disappointing news but we have decided, like many other retailers,  not to reopen the warehouse doors as a “shop” for now.  COVID has left its mark on the way we...

Thanks for watching our live video on our newest arrival 'Michiko' by Makower! We hope you enjoyed it! You can find a replay below. All the resources you'll need for the Michiko collection and projects are here: Subscribe To The Newsletter Full Fabric Collection FREE Michiko Quilt Pattern Project Ready-to-sew Quilt Kit FREE Make Up Bag Pattern & Tutorial FREE...