The fabric you choose to create your spring and summer collections with will have a large impact on your profit margins for the season, with many customers choosing their .... read more
Commonly used to make wedding dresses and veils, and dancewear such as ballet tutus, tulle is a very lightweight, mesh net fabric that can be made from a range of both na .... read more
With Paris, London, New York and Milan showing us what we can expect to see for Spring/Summer 17, you will need to be manufacturing clothes that reflect these changing fa .... read more
We’ve seen the runways in Paris, London, Milan and New York, and 9 top fashion trends have been spotted. You can expect your customers to be looking for velvet, she .... read more
Brides up and down the country who are planning spring and summer weddings for 2017 will be starting to look at bridal trends and find their perfect dress very soon, mean .... read more
Every ballroom dance has its own set of customs and traditions that differentiate them from each other, and the dresses worn for each dance are an important part of that .... read more
The fabric that you wear has a massive impact on your clothes’ look on clients. It will shape just how comfortable and durable the piece is, as well as its shape an .... read more
Finding the perfect wedding dress is the most exciting part of any bride’s wedding planning, but for brides getting married in the winter, the practicalities of sta .... read more
As we move into the autumn of 2016, many dress makers will be thinking about the eveningwear customers will be buying for proms, award ceremonies and even Christmas parti .... read more
When it takes as little as 20 seconds to make a lasting first impression, it’s essential that you wear the appropriate corporate wear for your interview or importan .... read more
As we get into spring, the equestrian world is entering the start of the showing season. This can be daunting for everyone participating, especially people new to horse s .... read more
Rust is a coating of iron oxide that occurs by oxidation, this is heightened in the presence of moisture on your object. It is usually seen in the colour red but also can .... read more
Have you just started wedding dress shopping only to realise you don’t actually know where to start? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, and we’re abou .... read more
Finding the perfect wedding dress is an exciting time for any bride and you want to get it right! Make sure you find out all the things you need to know by asking your br .... read more
Satin, tulle, silk, charmeuse, Chantilly....when you start shopping for your wedding dress, you will hear the names of countless fabrics. Unless you work regularly with f .... read more
Dancing is a great way to have fun, meet new people and maintain a healthy lifestyle. From ballet, to hip-hop to ballroom, the right kind of dancewear can make all the di .... read more
More and more brides and grooms are opting to get married in the cooler months of autumn and winter. One reason is because venue prices tend to be cheaper and a lot of ph .... read more
Today consumers are treated to an extensive range of different clothing fabric. Ideal for a wealth of different clothes, they each have individual attributes that make th .... read more
Some of the jargon used in the sewing machine industry can be a little confusing, especially to a beginner just starting out in their new hobby. If you’re looking t .... read more
If you’re a beginner it can be quite daunting trying to choose a sewing machine. Here at Carrington Fabrics we know a thing or two about sewing machines, so we&rsqu .... read more
There are few things more satisfying than, after months of planning, seeing all of your efforts come to life on your wedding day. One thing guaranteed to add to this sati .... read more
A lot of thought goes into buying the perfect wedding dress and as your wedding is one of the most special days of your life, it’s important to get it right. This y .... read more
It can be hard to keep on top of trends as they are constantly evolving. Looking the part for your wedding is essential and you want your groom to look great too. The foc .... read more
All of the little details can make a wedding perfect. Sorting your own wedding dress is such a relief but you can put just as much time and care into picking out the desi .... read more
The vast majority of western brides still choose to wear a white, floor length, strapless wedding dress. As most weddings are seen as a time for upholding tradition white .... read more
Your wedding dress is one of the most important and expensive garments you’ll ever buy so it’s important to take your time and shop carefully. In order to kno .... read more
Congratulations on your engagement! As soon as that ring finds its way onto your finger your head begins to spin with everything that you’ll need to do. It’s .... read more
Deciding on your bridesmaids’ dresses can be just as hard as deciding on your own bridal dress. At Carrington Fabrics we know how important it is to get the right f .... read more
If you’re new to sewing then the array of different stitches available on a sewing machine can be a little overwhelming at first. What do all those different .... read more
There are so many things to consider when searching for the perfect wedding dress. Do you go for strapless or not? Do you suit the “princess style” skirt or a .... read more
When it comes to sewing there’s a lot of equipment and paraphernalia available to buy, so it can be easy to end up with a bunch of fancy looking devices that you&rs .... read more
Whether you’ve been sewing for years or are just starting out, the variety of different sewing machines on the market can be pretty overwhelming. Working in the fab .... read more
In our last blog post we started to look at the 4 distinct body shapes that most women fall into. We covered the apple shape and the pear shape and looked at how to dress .... read more
As a dressmaker you probably find yourself being asked for tips and advice on how to dress different body shapes. The exact same dress can look completely different on a .... read more
Our sample books are packed with over 1200 options at Carrington Fabrics so you’ll have plenty of choice to show your customers if they are hoping to create bespoke .... read more
Welcome to Carrington Fabrics’ brand new blog!
If this is your first visit to our website then let me start by telling you a little bit about us.
We’re base .... read more