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The Great British Sewing Bee Celebrity Christmas Special 2022(Post)
The Great British Sewing Bee returns this Christmas with another celebrity special. Here is everything you need to know about the Great British Sewing Bee Celebrity Christmas Special 2022... What ...
How to Watch the Great British Sewing Bee in the US and Canada for Free(Post)The Great British Sewing Bee is the UK's best amatuer sewing competition but it's currently unavailable to watch outside of the UK. Luckily for international fans of the show, there are a few ways ...
GBSB Finalist Wants To Bring Sewing Back To School(Post)Jade Earley, of Great British Sewing Bee Series 4 fame, has set up a petition on change.org requesting that skill-based lessons are put back on the curriculum and taught to children in school.
The Fabric Fox Sewing Christmas Gift Guide(Post)We have put together our Sewers Gift Guide with lots of gift ideas to buy this Christmas. These are great stocking fillers for friends and family who love to sew or you might even spot a few things y ...
3 Free Summer Dress Patterns from Love Sewing Magazine(Post)To celebrate the Great British summer Love Sewing Magazine are giving away three Summer dress patterns/tutorials (all designed by bloggers) for free. You will look amazing in any one of these three d ...
It's Official: 18 – 30 Year Olds Love Sewing!(Post)Simplicity New Look, the UK’s favourite sewing pattern website, surveyed 1,438 UK consumers and their results show that in the last 12 months roughly 24% of 18 – 30 year olds surveyed have become s ...
PJ Shorts Hack(Post)Last month we attended Blogtacular, it is a brilliant conference for Bloggers and indie creatives. All attendees get given an amazing goodie bag and one of the items included was a pattern fro ...
My Latest Obsession - Modern Hexies!(Post)I have recently had a go at making hexies and as soon as I started I was hooked! Hexies are hand sewn using a traditional method called English paper piecing. They are really simple to make and gre ...
2018's Make Nine(Post)This year my New Year's resolution is to do more sewing and make myself more clothes. I already had a few patterns in mind but when I saw on Instagram about #makenine2018 I thought this was a ...
Meet The Creative: Q&A With Atia(Post)Atia made her daughter a wonderful summer dress using fabric from the Flutter collection by Cotton + Steel. You can read all about it on the guest blog she wrote for us.Here's your chance to get ...
Making A Kimono Style Dressing Gown With Sew Jo Baker(Post)Last week I attended Sew Jo Baker's Kimono Style Dressing Gown workshop. Jo runs her classes from her lovely home in Chelmsford, Essex which is just up the road from me, so it was perfect!I was rea ...
Fat Quarters: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Choosing and Using FQs(Post)If you're a fan of quilting or sewing, you've likely heard of a "fat quarter" of fabric, commonly abbreviated to “FQ”. But what exactly is a fat quarter, and why is it so useful? In this guide, we ...
6 Favourite Blueberry Park Makes(Post)Blueberry Park is a unique fabric with a wide range of colours. Designed by Karen Lewis, the Blueberry Park fabric features over-printed patterns which gives this collection a slightly-raised, sil ...
Sale Fabric: How to Buy Clearance Fabric Online(Post)If you love sewing you know how quickly fabric costs can add up, and if you’re a keen quilter you will also know how tough it can be to find quality fabric at affordable prices. Fortunately, sh ...
Mini Christmas Stocking Tutorial(Post)With Christmas creeping up on us I have started thinking about what gifts to make for my friends and family, and I came up with this mini Christmas stocking. It's great as a little present that you c ...
Meet The Creative: Q&A With Anna from Lets Get Sewing(Post)We sent Anna some fabric from the Dreamer collection by Windham Fabrics so she could make a pair of Marigold trousers. You can read all about it in this week's Fabric Fox Creatives feature.
Our Time at The Handmade Fair 2016(Post)We attended Kirstie Allsopp's Handmade Fair again this year and it was even better than last year. There were more stalls to shop at which was great because 1.) there's more lovely things to buy and ...
Christmas Jumper Garland Tutorial(Post)Here at The Fabric Fox we have been getting super excited for Christmas this year and I have been busy making lots of decorations to put up around the house to fill it with colour! I was looking ...
Patchwork Hanging Rainbow Tutorial(Post)During the Coronavirus outbreak while we have all be on lock down, lots of children have been putting pictures of rainbows in their windows to bring a little cheer to the world. So I thought it wou ...
Meeting Sew Jo Baker(Post)Last week we met up with the lovely Jo Baker, who has recently taken the leap to start a brand new career teaching people to sew. Jo hosts her own sewing classes from her beautiful home in the heart ...
Fat Quarter Bundles: What They Are and How to Use Them(Post)As a quilter, you're always on the lookout for ways to enhance your next project and make them truly special. A versatile and popular choice among quilters is the humble fat quarter bundle but ...
Making My First Dress: Cleo by Tilly And The Buttons(Post)So I have been sewing for quite a while now, making smaller projects like bags, cushions and patchwork but something I have never properly ventured into is making my own clothes. It has always see ...
10 Year Birthday Big Prize Giveaway(Post)OUR BIG PRIZE GIVEAWAY HAS NOW ENDED - NEW ENTRIES WILL NOT BE CONSIDEREDCongratulations to our winners:Jennie Craigs Kate Randall Dona Skaife Emily Hedgecock Kelly Knowles&nbs ...
Make Your Own Face Mask: Free Templates and The Best Fabrics To Use(Post)With the recent government announcements surrounding Coronavirus it has been advised to wear a face mask in enclosed public spaces. Due to the shortage of PPE (personal protective equipment) in the U ...
Meet The Creative: Q&A With Jo Baker(Post)We sent Jo some of Cotton + Steel's new jersey fabric and she made this gorgeous top using the Agnes pattern by Tilly and the Buttons.Here's your chance to get to know her a little better - ...
Understanding Fabric Types: Choose the Best Fabric for Quilting(Post)Quilting is a popular hobby for many, and it requires a lot of creativity, patience and attention to detail. One of the most important decisions you will make when creating a quilt is selecting th ...
Organic Cotton Fabric: The Best Choice for Eco-Friendly Quilting(Post)Reducing your carbon footprint has a huge impact on the environment and we all have our part to play. If you are concerned about the impact your hobby is having on the planet but don’t want to giv ...
Christmas Gift Guide 2025: Perfect Presents for Quilters and Sewists(Post)Christmas is fast approaching, and it's time to get prepared with thoughtful gifts for the quilters and crafters in your life! Whether you're shopping for a seasoned quilter, a beginner sewist, or so ...
January Sale 2026 | Discounts on Hundreds of Quilting Fabrics(Post)Whether you’re dressmaking or quilting, January is the perfect time to refresh your sewing stash, plan new projects, and stock up on beautiful fabrics for the year ahead. Now that we are back f ...
Utilizing Quilting Cotton to Create Stunning Clothing(Post)One of the most popular options for dressmaking is quilting cotton because it is a versatile fabric that is not only soft and durable but it also offers a range of benefits for sewing enthusiasts ...
What to Make with Mini Fabric Squares(Post)Fabric can come in all shapes and sizes but one type that I find really useful and fun to play with is little 2.5" squares, also known as mini charm packs! As they are already cut out all the hard wo ...
Halloween Fabric Pumpkin Tutorial(Post)Halloween is a great time of year. Who can turn down the novelty sweets, the cheesy horror movies and Stranger Things? It's also the perfect excuse to get creative and to start decorating your h ...
Low Volume Quilting Fabric: Subtle Prints That Make a Big Impact(Post)If you've spent time browsing Pinterest or Instagram for quilting inspiration, you've likely come across the term low volume fabric, and you might be thinking, “What exactly is low volume fabri ...
Geometric Cambie Dress by Victoria Maus(Post)The Fabric Fox Creatives is our way of collaborating and sharing the work of talented, crafty writers. Every few weeks we will share a guest blog from someone who has made something using our range o ...
Best Quilting Fabric Brands(Post)Whether you are making a quilt for yourself or for someone else, you will want to make it out of fabric that can be cherished forever. The best fabric to use is something that is soft and durable, ...
School of Stitched Textiles: A Guide to the Types of Courses(Post)Textile arts have a long and rich history, and they continue to be an important part of our cultural heritage today. Whether you are a seasoned textile artist or a beginner looking to learn a new ...
My Second Cleo Dungaree Dress(Post)So last week I attended Blogtacular and I really wanted to make something colourful and fun to wear so I stood out. I have been quite busy lately so haven't had much time to sew for myself so I wa ...
Pre-Order Fabric Guide: How to Buy Up-And-Coming Fabric Before Anyone Else(Post)Pre-ordering fabric is the best way to buy new fabrics before they are available on shop shelves. When you pre-order fabric, it is reserved for you so that when the fabric is in-stock it is immedi ...
Quilting Cotton vs Muslin: Which Fabric is Better for Quilting(Post)When it comes to quilting, choosing the right fabric is crucial to the success of your project. Two of the most popular fabrics used by quilters are quilting cotton and muslin. While both are made ...
Gold Flakes Blue Winter Dress by Victoria Maus(Post)The Fabric Fox Creatives is our way of collaborating and sharing the work of talented, crafty writers. Every few weeks we will share a guest blog from someone who has made something using our range o ...
The 5 Best Garments to Make with Quilting Cotton Fabric(Post)Quilting cotton fabric, typically measuring 112cm/44 inches wide, is a very versatile material. Usually associated with quilts, there are many reasons why you should use quilting fabric to make ...
108” Wide Fabric: The Best Extra Wide Fabric for Quilt Backing(Post)Whether you’re new to quilting or an experienced quilter, you will eventually have to make a quilt backing to complete your project. One solution is to patchwork numerous pieces of fabric together ...
Quilting Fabric 101: Everything You Need to Know(Post)Quilting is a beloved art form that has been passed down through generations, and it continues to be popular today. Quilting is the process of sewing three layers of fabric together, either by han ...