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Basilika Viscose Jersey

£19.50 /m

min order quantity: 0.30 m

94% viscose, 6% elasthane

140 cm wide

40 degree wash, inside out

weight: 285g/m

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/jersey/viscose-jersey/product-775.php

#jersey #marbled #viscose #trend

Missoni style knit jersey

£19.80 /m

min order quantity: 0.30 m

83% Polyacryl, 17% polyester

145cm wide

30 degree wash

weight: 110 g/m

#jersey #missoni #style #knit #dressmaking #inspiration

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/fabrics-by-designer/westfalenstoffe/new--sylt/

#Westfalenstoffe #fabric #dressmaking #sylt

Sew Liberated- Clara Dress

£12.00

Skill level: Advanced Beginner

A stunning shirtwaist dress that will go with anyone’s wardrobe, the Clara will surprise you with its keyhole sleeve details, in-seam pockets, and fabulously twirly skirt. The Clara features an elastic waist that makes it both comfortable and forgiving in fit. Sew Liberated have taken care to walk you through construction details like the shawl collar, placket and pocket construction, and making bias tape to finish the feminine sleeves.

The Clara Dress pattern includes includes basic written instructions and assembly diagrams, as well as a download code to access a full video tutorial online!

Also included are full-size pattern pieces for women’s sizes 2-20.

MATERIALS NEEDED Sizes 2-10: 4-1/4 yards of 44-45”, midweight fabric Sizes 12-20: 4-3/4 yards of same 7-8 1/2” buttons 1/4”-wide elastic, preferably clear

#dragonfly fabrics #dressmaking #dress #pattern #woman #sew #fashion #fabric #shop #clara dress

Spring Summer Trends, Checks and Florals

Taking Inspiration from Marc by Marc Jacobs, here is our interpretation of checks and florals.

Wildflowers Fabric: http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/spring-summer-fabrics/product-1197.php

Ellie Check Fabric: http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/spring-summer-fabrics/product-1201.php

#Floral #check #marc jacobs #dragonfly fabrics #fabrics #dressmaking #sewing #Trends #spring/summer #s/s 2013

Send us your pictures of what you have created using Dragonfly Fabrics.

Kate has created this beautiful dress using our Summer Bourette. We have hand picked 2 Bio Linens which compliment perfectly with the Summer Bourette, Ideal summer jacket fabric for over the dress.

Bio Linen in Tan;

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/bio-linen/product-314.php

Bio Linen in Light Grey;

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/bio-linen/product-315.php

Thanks Kate!

#bio Linen #eco linen #dressmaking #dragonfly fabrics #dragonflyfabrics #fabrics #sewing #greatbritishsewingbee

New in at Dragonfly Fabrics.

Missoni style knit jersey.

£19.80 /m

min order quantity: 0.30 m

83% Polyacryl, 17% polyester

145cm wide

30 degree wash

weight: 110 g/m

To see more of our brand new fabrics see our website.

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/new-dressmaking-fabrics-products/index.php

#new in #fabrics #dragonflyfabrics #dressmaking #sewing #missoni #knit #jersey

1. Can you tell me a bit about your background and what attracted you to sewing.

I started sewing about 20 years ago when I got my first house. My first projects were things like curtains tablecloths and cushions, shortly afterwards I made my first patchwork quilt and that was it I was hooked! I been making patchwork and appliqué quilts ever since.

2.What made you decide to take part in ‘The Great British Sewing Bee’ ?

I heard about the great British sewing bee through a friend who encouraged me to apply. In the early days of the show was going to be about all kinds of sewing, not just dressmaking. I really never make clothes so when we started filming and I discovered the whole show was going to be about dressmaking I really thought my days on the show were numbered!

3. What is it like being judged by Patrick Grant and May Martin and what was it like sewing with the time pressure and in front of camera’s ?

For the most part I enjoyed the judges comments, it was great to pick up tips and hints to improve my sewing, although sometimes the judges were a little harsh! The cameras and crew really didn't bother me, when I am sewing I become totally absorbed in the task and frankly the Queen could have walked into the sewing room and I don't think I would have noticed! The time constraints on each of the tasks were tough, but I quite enjoyed working under pressure! I think it's just worth remembering that in the real world we usually have much more time and no sewing police breathing down our necks!

4. We loved your Tulip pocket design in this weeks show, where you were really bold with your design – did the idea just pop into your mind or had you done something similar before ?

I really enjoyed doing the patch pockets on the ready-made skirt. My tulip pockets won garment of the week and the discussion on twitter about the pockets actually trended! Most people loved them but there were a few who hated them! Who knew that pockets could be so controversial!

5. I see from your profile you are actually a quilt designer. Did you find it easy to transfer these skills into dressmaking ? Have you done any dressmaking before ?

Before the show began I had never done any dressmaking other than a pair of pyjama bottoms and a shirt! I was relying on my sewing skills being transferable. The challenge was to make three-dimensional objects out of fabric when I'm used to making things which are very flat.

6. In next weeks show you are making a jacket using boiled wool from Dragonfly Fabrics .How did you come across Dragonfly Fabrics and how often do you buy fabrics online.

In the semifinal I made a jacket out of boiled wool for my final task. We had almost no time at all to acquire the fabric and patterns and I'm very grateful to dragonfly fabrics for getting the fabric to me so quickly! You saved my skin!

I had not bought fabric online before but I was thrilled with the service I received.

7. What made you decide to use boiled wool for your jacket and what was the fabric like to work with?

I used boiled wool for the jacket because generally boiled wool jackets are not lined and in the very short amount of time we had to make the jacket I thought that adding a lining would have stretched me too far! It was a lovely fabric to work with no fraying easy to cut and piece and the slight stretch in the fabric helped me to achieve smoothly set in sleeves.

8. Was the atmosphere relaxed when the camera’s were off and will there be any gossip to tell once the show has finished?

During the filming we all had a great time together although some contestants were very focused on their tasks and others like me enjoyed having a bit of a lark! Off camera we all had a laugh together and got on incredibly well. I think we all realised that the competition was with ourselves we could only do our own personal best!

9. Finally what’s next… does a tailoring career beckon?

Since doing the show I have been designing projects every month for popular patchwork magazine and I have a regular monthly column starting in June. I'm also working on a book and I have lots more ideas for the future. Watch this space!

For our selection of Boiled Wool please visit our website: http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/fabrics-by-type/index.php?lid=280

#Boiled wool #greatbritishsewingbee #dragonfly fabrics #stuarthillard #sewing #wool #bbc2 #fabrics #dressmaking #craft #crafts

Have you been watching The Great British Sewing Bee?

We are very excited that, in the next episode the lovely Stuart will be using our Boiled Wool in Light Grey.

To see our full range of Boiled Wool head to our website, http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/fabrics-by-type/index.php?lid=280

Happy Watching and Sewing!

#GreatBritishSewingBee #dressmaking #BBC1 #Wool #grey #fabric #dragonflyfabrics #sewing #shop

Amateur sewers take on challenges as they compete to be named Britain's best home sewer.

#sewing #bee #greatbritish #dragonflyfabrics #fabrics #craft

Here at Dragonfly Fabrics we have fallen in love with "The Natural and Rustic" Trend.

We have carefully selected some beautiful fabrics from our collections to match and compliment each other perfectly.

We hope this inspires you to think about what interior accessories you could make from our selections for your home.

Visit our website to see the full range of fabrics available. http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/index.php

#home #interiors #trends #fabric #dragonflyfabrics #natural #rustic #inspiration

Dragonfly Fabrics chats Textile Design with Elizabeth Kate

How would you describe your design style? A sophisticated, feminine form of animation. Kaleidoscopic in choice of colour, fun and frivolous, with a childlike narrative. where does your inspiration come from for you scarf designs? I get my inspiration from all over. I love to research a wealth of information from all available sources, such as museums, galleries, books, my surroundings. For this particular collection I was looking to inspire and emotionally enhance the wearer, bringing a spark of joy and nostalgic imagination back to their inner child. With the depression of the financial state of the country and the trials and tribulations of daily life, I hoped these designs could brighten and add a sense of fun and frivolous personal luxury. Inspirations are taken from my own personal childhood loves, ideas of imaginative dreams, hidden worlds and fictional creatures to create a magical, colourful wonderland. why are you drawn to using silk and also wool? Silk is the most luxurious, high quality material to best display my designs. I specialise in scarves, so silk and wool are lavish and enjoyable materials to wear. How and where are your scarves produced? The scarves are digitally printed and hand roll finished in Como, Italy. What is your favourite piece in your current collection? I would say my favourite scarf and most popular is the Silk Crepe de Chine scarf "White Striped Butterfly’. Mainly for its variability of colour combinations when worn, as each corner of the scarf displays a different colour gradient from blue to purple to pink. What new projects/designs are you working on? I am now starting to design my next collection of scarves, as well as looking into men’s pocket squares and possibly home ware. What are your plans for 2013? More designs, to hopefully become a further known and established brand, to stock in additional stores and boutiques around the country and overseas and possibly other product ranges.

You can buy one of Elizabeth Kates Scarves from her flagship store:

Elizabeth Kate Ltd Unit 1.2 Kingly Court Carnaby Street London W1B 5PW

Or Online at http://elizabeth-kate.com

The great thing is her current collection matches perfectly with our brand new fabric!!!

Sinister Swarm Lurk

http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/fabrics-by-designer/anna-maria-horner/field-study-rayon/product-1131.php

What will you create?

:-)

#scarf #design #textiles #elizabethkate #dragonflyfabrics #dressmaking

dkny

dreamy watercolor.

#DonnaKaran

C U T E, we hear you say! This fabric is called: Sinister Swarm Lurk £14.00 /m min order quantity: 0.30 m 100% rayon 144 cm wide 30 degree wash If you love Sinister Swarm Lurk as much as we do head to our online shop, link below. http://www.dragonflyfabrics.co.uk/fabrics-by-designer/anna-maria-horner/field-study-rayon/product-1131.php

#cute #butterflies #£14 #rayon #fabric