You will need: 1mt of 130-150cm wide fabric, ideally with checks – I used Alicia but you could also use Gina, Emme or something else with an easy check. measuring tape rajah cloth matching thread overlocking thread zip snap button (if using) decorative button I decided to make this skirt…
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While summer is officially over, the beautiful weather has been holding on a little longer and it got us inspired for one last summer make before we get into our winter fabrics. I chose McCalls dress pattern 7948. This pattern has been on my mind for quite some time and…
While Summer is over we still have some nice weather ahead of us and luckily I finished this lovely new pattern just in time. For this make I wanted to take the opportunity to show you all a few things! Firstly, this gorgeous pattern McCalls 8116. I’ve seen a lot…
Welcome to another sewing project brought to you by the staff of Darn Cheap Fabrics! This time we thought we’d jump into what has been a temperamental summer season with this gorgeous trans-seasonal jumpsuit pattern from McCalls. To make this the perfect outfit for going between seasons and temperatures I…
We always brag about the fact that our staff members are creative and knowledgeable. But we have to admit that this one is particularly impressive in her talent and skill. Her prowess has cemented her a fabulous career spanning years and continents. Introducing Kim Fletcher! Kim is an expert milliner…
At Darn Cheap Fabrics we take a lot of pride in the fact our staff are pretty clever when it comes to sewing. All of us have a background in fashion and making. So we thought it would be nice to showcase some of our skills using the wonderful stock…
With all of us out and about again, plus wedding season in full swing, we thought we’d show you one of our favourite trendy dress patterns. This pattern is a simple make, and can be made in a variety of fabrics. We’ve made it up in one of our linen/cotton…
Picking the correct needle for your sewing project can be tricky! Especially with so many different types of needles available. We thought we would put together a little post explaining the best uses for each needle and which fabrics you should use it with. Size The size of the needle…
We have had so many beautiful new fabrics arrive recently, which means a heap of new project ideas! Here are just a few of the pieces we are looking forward to making up in our new fabrics. Printed Denims We love these new printed denims, they are great summer prints…
Finding sewing inspo during lockdown can be hard, especially since we can’t let you all in to touch and see the fabric in person! So we have put together a few of our dream makes at the moment. First is a pattern I have yet to make but has been…