As summer approaches, I knew I needed a new batch of t-shirts. I'm forever on the quest to find the perfect fabric for those slouchy tees I love so much. ...
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Have you ever sewn with stretch cotton sateen fabric before? It's often listed as a suitable fabric for making a variety of pants, dress, and jacket patterns, but I've just ...
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Hey! Today, I am sharing a jacket that is inspired by a previous make of mine. Way back in 2011 I made another version of this same Simplicity 2223 (now ...
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Several months ago I started this project and now, about six months later -- IT'S FINISHED! Have you ever had a project that you "worked" on for so long ...
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Hello, Cali Fabric fans! I don't know about you, but I am anxiously awaiting spring. The calendar may say it is spring, but I am waiting for the green to ...
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Did I get you yesterday with my April Fool's joke? Maybe a little? It's time to show you what I really made with that lovely soft sweater knit! I didn't lie ...
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When I got this squishy, soft sweater knit in the mail from Cali, I knew it had to be made into something special. It’s PINK which is my favorite color, ...
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Meet my sister, Anne! She is a conference planner for a governance non-profit that regularly hosts heads of state, politicians and dignitaries, along with lead researchers from around the world. ...
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This winter has felt long and especially cold. Full disclosure, I live in Northern California, where “cold” is somewhere between 45-60 degrees. I am fully aware that this makes me ...
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Necklines play such an important role in a garment since they're front and center, yet I find myself sewing the same one over and over when it comes to my ...
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As a Cali Fabrics Blogger, I get to order fabric every quarter... and time after time, I find myself fawning over French Terry! Cali always has a great selection of ...
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Hello friends! I have something a bit different to share with you today! As sewists, I’m sure we’re all inspired by rtw (ready-to-wear) from time to time and happily modify amazing ...
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Have you ever liked BOTH sides of a fabric and had a hard time choosing which side to use for your final garment? That happened to us with the ...
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My husband got a new tattoo this year, so of course I had to make him a shirt to show it off! I knew I wanted this Cali Fabrics Black ...
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Roses, jewellery and a table for two are all well and good... but me-time is a girl's best friend! This Valentine's Day, I'm planning a date with myself! Whether you ...
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Do you ever get a fabric in the mail and then immediately order it in ALL the colors? That's exactly what I did with the modal jersey's from the shop! ...
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Let me tell you about a super amazing fabric; stretch twill! If you’re looking for a comfortable woven fabric that will move with you and look great, you need to ...
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My daughter was home from college for Winter break and you know that means she had another cosplay challenge for me! This one was for the character "Pidge" from Voltron. ...
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I'm always looking for good quality knit stripes, and luckily Cali Fabrics has a great selection. This top is made with a ponte stripe which is sadly now out of stock ...
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