Posts Tagged ‘Learn to sew’

Linen Blend Fabrics

Thursday, February 28th, 2019

Another fabric we expect to see on our Fabric Buying Bus Trip on Saturday 30th March is a Linen Blend.

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It is similar to 100% Linen with its key feature being the cool comfort linen provides, (which is perfect for hot climates) however linen blends have the wearability of its blended fabric and are significantly less prone to wrinkle than pure linen.

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It is similar to 100% Linen with its key feature being the cool comfort linen provides, (which is perfect for hot climates) however linen blends have the wearability of its blended fabric and are significantly less prone to wrinkle than pure linen.

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What is Linen usually blended with?

The blends are not often disclosed however its common for blends to contain cotton, rayon, polyester and sometimes viscose.

Linen/Cotton ??? Cotton softens linen and keeps the fullness of linen while reducing the wrinkles and keeping a crisp look.

Linen/Rayon ??? Rayon blended with linen creates a substantially softer fabric with more fluid drape and a subtle sheen from the rayon.

Linen/Polyester ??? Polyester helps linen to wash better, wrinkle less, and retain colour-fastness. Depending on the type of fabric, polyester usually softens the feel of linen as well, but in a synthetic way.

What can you make from Linen Blends?

Linen Blends come in a range of plain colours and prints, they are a light to medium weight fabric and perfect for dresses, skirts, tops, pants, suits and more!

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When you join our fabric buying bus trip you will discover our top tip on how to cut linen blends to reduce the wrinkle even further.

If you would like to join us on our fabric buying bus trip click on the link below to book your seat before they run out!

BOOK NOW

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com

Darn Cheap Fabrics

Saturday, February 2nd, 2019

Do you love a fabric bargain? So do we!

Our final stop on our fabric shop tour in preparation for our fabric buying bus trip from Geelong to Melbourne was

Darn Cheap Fabrics.
1184-1188 Glenhuntly Rd, Glenhuntly, VIC 3163
115 Burgundy St, Heidelberg, VIC 3064
55 Nott St (Corner Rouse St), Port Melbourne, VIC 3207

https://darncheapfabrics.com.au

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They are a retailer of fabrics and trims and has a close relationship with designers and manufacturers in the international fashion industry, allowing them to bring their customers the latest trends in colour, print, fabrication and style at the best possible price.

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Their fabrics and trims, many featuring our original designs, are much-loved by a host of Australian designer clothing labels.

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They say the only thing cheap about them are their prices!

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Darn Cheap Fabrics has been operating for over 30 years, with their retail stores in Glenhuntly, Heidelberg and Port Melbourne being a popular destination for sewers from all over Victoria.

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However, they know not everyone can visit their stores, so they also share their product range to the world via their online store darncheapfabrics.com.au

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Are you ready for a fabric bargain with us?

Have you been to Darn Cheap Fabrics and found a great bargain? ??

If you would like to join our fabric bus tour from Geelong to Melbourne or book in for one of our sewing classes, please contact us today.

We teach sewing in a positive, fun, supportive and uplifting environment for kids and adults, beginners to advance, morning, afternoons, nights and weekends.

BOOK NOW at: www.mareepigdon.com/book-a-class.html

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com

The Cloth Shop

Friday, February 1st, 2019

Our 3rd stop on our Fabric Shop visit in preparation for our Fabric Buying Bus Tour from Geelong To Melbourne was

THE CLOTH SHOP

47 Lower Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe VIC 3079.

https://www.facebook.com/theclothshopivanhoe/

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The Cloth shop sells beautiful quality fabrics and several of our sewing students just love it for their special pieces.

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The Cloth Shop began trading in 1977 selling designer remnant pieces and stretch fabrics in an upstairs shop in East Ivanhoe.

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Since that time their range has grown and so has their store, which now carries exclusive evening wear fabrics through to simple cottons.

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The Cloth Shop imports exclusive fabrics from Europe, Japan and India and buy from local suppliers and designers too.

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There is over 6500 rolls of fabrics in store, with new things arriving every week.

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They have the largest selection of jersey and knit fabrics in Melbourne with a whole room dedicated to them.

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Sewing from beginning to end for any occasion, with patterns ranging from Vogue, Perpetual, Butterick, McCalls and Kwik Sew Patterns along with a large selection of Birch haberdashery is in store.

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Have you been to The Cloth Shop and purchased anything you love?

Let us know if you’re interested in joining our Fabric Buying Bus Tours from Geelong to Melbourne this year.

If you would like to join our fabric bus tour from Geelong to Melbourne or book in for one of our sewing classes, please contact us today.

We teach sewing in a positive, fun, supportive and uplifting environment for kids and adults, beginners to advance, morning, afternoons, nights and weekends.

BOOK NOW at: www.mareepigdon.com/book-a-class.html

Happy Sewing,

For more information contact:
Maree Pigdon Sewing Centre
M: +61 (0)447744776
E: [email protected]
W: www.mareepigdon.com