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    Sewing Vintage Garments with Modern Fabrics & Patterns

    What is Vintage sewing? At the moment there is a big revival around the vintage styles of garments. The big pattern companies have released some “vintage” sewing patterns for the modern…

    26/04/2019
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    How to Sew Pockets, Tips and Tricks to Getting Them Right.

    The most practical pockets are those which are simple in style but their shape, trim or even position can make them a fashion detail. Where is the best place for a…

    08/04/2019
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    Make a Pet Coat – Easy to Sew for Any Size Animal.

    This pattern can be drawn to fit any size cat or dog as you use their measurements to draw the pattern. For the dog coat an “I” bar was added to…

    04/03/2019
  • Feature Newlook 6216
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    Sew-A-Long Newlook 6216 Pattern review, basic T-shirt.

    * Fabrics * Zips * Elastic * Sew-A-Long Inserting Open-end Zips Open – end zips are ideal for active sportswear and casual jackets. The bottom stop-splits into two parts to allow…

    25/02/2019
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    All About Cotton and Natural Fibres, Stitch Tension & More.

    In this blog: Why we like cotton Other natural fibre fabrics Neatening Raw edges Fabric Grain Sewing Machine Tension In the first episode of the Great British Sewing Bee 2019, the…

    18/02/2019
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    Sewing for Beginners Watching the Great British Sewing Bee on TV.

    When just starting to learn how to sew you do not need to buy tons of equipment. Buy tools when they are needed for a project. Watch the Great British Sewing…

    11/02/2019
  • John Kaldor Fabrics
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    John Kaldor Designer Fabrics and the Sewing Magazines

    There are a lot of lovely sewing magazines about these days, filled with interesting articles, patterns, adverts and a lot of lovely makes and free patterns. Croft Mill fabrics have a…

    04/02/2019
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    The Great British Sewing Bee: The Final

    Scroll down for the catch up videos of all the previous series of the Great British Sewing Bee.   They say time flies when you are having fun, as such I…

    01/02/2019
  • Fleece and flannel
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    How to Sew with Fleece, Useful Sewing Information for a Beginner.

    Sewing with Fleece fabrics can be very rewarding but unlike a lot of fabrics, fleece is a relative newcomer to the world of fabrics and it is becoming softer, warmer and totally snuggly as…

    28/01/2019
  • Fur fabrics
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    How to Sew Faux Fur – Coats, Hats, Scarves, Cushions and Throws.

    Sewing Faux fur is different from the normal fabrics we sew with. It is great for certain projects like toy making, warm winter clothing and accessories like scarves and hats, bags,…

    23/01/2019
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    What to Sew for That Special Occasion – Prom, Evening Out, Wedding

    Stunning Brocade fabric from Croft Mill Fabrics – Click to Shop What we wear says a great deal about who we are and can influence what people think of us or…

    09/01/2019
  • Butterick B5926 sew a long
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    Butterick 5926 – Pattern Review and Sew a Long with Pictures.

    Butterick 5926 About this Jacket This is a jacket pattern suitable for a number of fabrics, it is a fitted unlined jacket with a lapelled collar, pockets and a stitched hem.…

    10/12/2018
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    Sew with Lace and Net Fabrics, Add Sophistication to Any Garment!

    Lace is a timeless fashion favourite.  It adds a sophistication to any garment from bridal wear to t-shirts. What types of Lace are there? Here are but a few of the most…

    05/12/2018
  • Boiled wool, croftmill.co.uk
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    How to Sew and Care for Boiled Wool Fabric and Garments

    A boiled wool garment is very versatile, great for the office, going out to a special event or for casual wear. It is easy to dress it up or down to suit…

    29/11/2018
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    How to Sew and Care for Satin and Velvet Fabrics

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    15/11/2018
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    Sewing with Tartans, Taffeta’s and Leather Fabrics

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    10/11/2018
  • main-catalogue issue 42
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    Our New Autumn/Winter Catalogue is Out – Shop the Catalogue

    Our Autumn/Winter Catalogue is now out. We’ve tried to get a good mix of fabrics so hopefully, you will see something you like. To view the catalogue please click the Full-Screen…

    02/11/2018
  • croft mill sew a long See and Sew B6442
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    Easy Jacket Sew a Long – Butterick See and Sew B6442

    Barrier Reef Fabric Jacket Measurements - very important!! No person has perfect measurements, therefore when you are sewing you may need to cut the pattern out over two sizes. Take the…

    19/10/2018
  • Fancy Dress fabrics - croftmill.co.uk
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    Fancy Dress – making outfits for parties and events

    Fabulous fancy dress fabrics for all your party costumes. From satin to silk, cotton to wool we have a bit of everything. Fancy dress parties increase from Halloween onward. There are…

    03/10/2018
  • sew your own christmas party dress
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    Impress with a Home-Made Party Dress – inspiration!

    Party time will soon be upon us, so it is time to start sewing the perfect outfit while there is still time for adjustments and errors – because if you were…

    25/09/2018
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