Goodbye 2009...Hello 2010!

It is time again to part with the old and say hello to the new. Many of us make resolutions that become New Week resolutions rather than lifetime or for the whole year. Some of us do not even like to make resolutions because we know that we won't keep them.

What if you had a resolution that didn't restrict you but pushed you to be productive?

We challenge you to a new years resolution to... SEW MORE!

Allow yourself to have some time for you and only you, with the exception of your friendly sewing machine. Too often, we all get caught up with daily routines in doing things for others...which is not a bad thing. But many times, we leave our interests and the small things that make us happy on the back burner. So this year, why not try the resolution to SEW MORE for yourself or whomever you choose. Sewing and making home made projects can sometimes be the therapy you need. Setting a goal to make a garment, accessory, or whatever you choose, and completing it brings a huge sense of accomplishment to your daily hectic life.

To SEW MORE...you must make time for yourself! Once you give yourself that time, you will make sure that somehow, someway...you will always give yourself a little "me time".

Don't forget, that if you ever need help in all your sewing endeavors Fabrique is here to help you out. We offer amazing $10 classes that will continue on Jan. 12. These classes help you maximize your sewing skills. Also, we are always open to questions if you are in a sewing jam. Feel free to take advantage of our free swatch requests to get that project of yours going!

From our Fabrique family to yours...Happy New Year!!!

FOLKWEAR PATTERNS

Folkwear patterns offer a certain nostalgia. They transcend other patterns in the sense that they will take you to another time and even to a new culture.

Some of you may have thought of folkwear patterns to be strictly costume but many patterns are actually very wearable and can become a priceless original piece. Whether you plan to make a garment for someone else or yourself, you will definitely love making it and really appreciate the completed product. Allow yourself to be creative. Imagination is a BEAUTIFUL thing!

We sell the patterns in store and a few are offered at a discounted price.

A few of the patterns brought to life:

"Wall Street Blouse and Skirt"

My favorite!

"Swing Suit"

How very chic and freeing to the body.

"Egyptian Shirt"

Example of a garment of culture brought to everyday wear.

You pick patterns and fabric to customize it to your liking.

"Flamenco Dress an Practice Skirt"

This may seem "costume" but imagine this with a rich solid fabric.

Make it softer with a light weight fabric and customize the pattern to your liking.

I see the bell of the ball potential!

75 NEW PIECES JUST IN!


Here is a preview of the fun new arrivals. The hand feel is AMAZING!

"The Perfect Gift"

What does the perfect gift consist of? The perfect gift is defined differently by many but I believe the "perfect gift" consists of:

~ the thought behind it

~ personalization of the gift

~ ability to be used on more than one occasion

At Fabrique, we encourage you to present the occasional, expert, and aspirational sewer with the "Perfect Gift"!

Stocking stuffers are great but if you want to go beyond that, we have an abundance of options to help your holiday shopping go a little smoother! Today we are featuring three classics we all love.

*Pattern book co-written by our very own Carol Foley*

$65.00

This Pattern Making book is an easy-to-read companion to commercial patterns. Open up your imagination through this book to discover how each pattern piece can be slightly altered to create a whole new shape and design. Each page is filled with helpful information on how to alter an existing commercial pattern to achieve a perfect fit or desired look. Chocked full of useful diagrams and example drawings to reinforce the straightforward instructions, this book will surely be the most useful tool in any sewing room.

*Silver Star Gravity Feed Iron*
$250.00

This is a fantastic heavy duty iron that is used by the best tailor shops around. This iron helps transform a garment to look more professional through the use of the heavy steam exhausted by a gallon of water suspended above the iron. It is truly a sewers dream. The iron comes complete with filter and bottle.

*Gingher Rotary Cutter*
$70.00

They were crafted to achieve a perfectly weighted balance that translates into improved handling and comfort in cutting. With a classic look and elegant form, the cast metal handle is satisfying to use from the first to the final cut. With meticulous attention to detail Gingher makes sure that the quality and the performance are unsurpassed. 45mm- This cutter comes in a tin container with a formed holder to keep your cutter safe.

*Don't forget, we also have gift certificates available in any amount if you just can't decide.*

Get jazzed up with remnants!

Prints, Novelties, and wools...oh my! So many more types of fabric at a fantastic price!

Remnant sales are probably one of my favorite kinds of sales in the wonderful world of textiles. I usually will make a one of a kind piece at a time that will only call for 1 to 2 1/2 yds. It is such a thrill to find a fabric that you fall in love with at 50% off its original cost!

So don't be discouraged by the yardage because there is and endless amount of opportunities with remnant pieces! Creating a unique key piece in a "stand out" or more subtle fabric will allow so much room for your wardrobe variation.

Don't forget, the Sparkle Sale is still going. I love combining the sparkle trim with remnants pieces...The end result is usually a unique and luxurious garment. Accessories are also ideal with remnant pieces especially with the cold weather that came upon us over night. Gloves, Scarves, Purses, Hair pieces...whatever it is, you can have fun with it, knowing it was a steal!

Simple silhouette's that work great with the remnants:

Decades of Style

We all know that history constantly repeats itself. The old becomes new and vice versa. This is the beautiful cycle of fashion we can all look forward to and rely on. Vintage styles from the 1920's to the 1960's have been increasingly favored for the last decade, among all ages!

Decades of Style offers a variety of vintage patterns ranging in all the classic silhouettes we love and admire. Although the vintage style is becoming more popular, these timeless patterns remain unique among the majority of people. Honestly, when you wear a vintage pattern, it gives you that "old-world" class that can make you feel like a glamorous LADY. Who knows, you might even want to slip on some elbow high gloves!

You can give the vintage patterns a modern twist by pairing a classic silhouette with a new printed fabric or maybe with updated trim. The garments can also remain as a time-honored piece by using typical solid silk, cotton, and wool fabrics. You can have so much fun with these!

The Decades of Style patterns come in a variety of sizes and are much easier to work than the original vintage patterns.

We are having our Holiday sparkle sale! 30% off almost anything that sparkles excluding bridal wear. Metallic thread, beaded fabric, sequined fabric, woven with lurex thread, shiny appliques...you name it! If it sparkles you get the deal!

These selected sparkle fabrics and trims are amazing for your ordinary holiday soiree or gathering. Since the fabrics speak so much for themselves, simple and basic silhouettes work perfectly with these. A bodice with glimmer, a pencil skirt with shimmer, a dress with gleaming waistline trim, or rhinestones on your favorite clutch. There is so much to play with and so much room for creativity!

The Holidays are great for family time, giving thanks, food, and DECORATION! And by decoration, I don't mean just home... It is time to get fancy and sparkle right along with those lights. 

Sparkly decorated fabric can be used for a key item in your ensemble or as the whole main piece.  I strongly recommend pairing a sparkly fabric with a subtle or matte fabric to give your holiday outfit the flare and balance it needs.

The following images are selected "sparkle" fabrics that would look great for any holiday design. These fabrics are in store and can also be found at our website www.fabriquefabrics.com.

  

The Sewing Workshop Bags


Many of you have come in to Fabrique during The Sewing Workshop "trunkshow" and witnessed some of the patterns brought to life. During this trunk show we featured many of the patterns as completed garments and accessories so that you could better visualize what the pattern would look like in actuality.

Several people were extremely interested in the bag patterns and decided to purchase and personalize them. They paired great novelty fabric with some intricate trim for that extra umph!!!

Since the Holidays are getting closer, this could be a great option as a personalized gift for someone or for yourself. Not as much sewing time involved as a full garment and much less fabric is used.

For those of you who missed the Trunk show...

Here is a preview of the bags and a few suggested fabrics:

L2 Bag
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Daily News Bag
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Village Bag
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Fabric suggestions:

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embroidered silk/ heavy rib woven silk blend/ imported silk-wool brocade