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By Fabricland March 18, 2020 in DIY, Notions No Comments

Spring Into New Yarn

It’s time for Spring … and new colourful yarns!

Shoreline

‘Shoreline’ comes in a variety of fun splatter effect multi colours. Perfect for any project and can be used all year round!

80% Acrylic, 20% Nylon
100g (3.5oz) approx. 137m (150yds)
#4 Medium
Machine wash cold gentle, tumble dry low

Available in 5 colours:

Create this fun and easy ‘Yoga Mat Strap’. It holds anything from yoga mats and blankets to picnic rugs! It’s super handy for all sorts of occasions. Crochet pattern is included on the back of each label.

Cotton Delight

This cotton/acrylic blend is breathable and soft to the touch. Available in light, fresh colours, which call out “Hello Spring! Hello Summer!”

60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic
100g (3.5oz) approx. 142m (155yds)
#4 Medium
Machine wash, tumble dry low

Available in 5 colours:

Create a unique ‘Blanket-to-Bag’ accessory. It’s a blanket, but when pulled at the border, it transforms into a bag! Great for picnics or play dates with your little one. Crochet pattern is included on the back of each label.

Essential Bamboo

‘Essential Bamboo’ is a super lightweight, lustrous yarn. Easy to knit; it has a smooth and silky finish. It’s also soft and breathable, great for summer projects!

100% Rayon of Bamboo
100g (3.5oz) approx. 219m (240yds)
#1 Super Fine
Hand wash, dry flat

Available in 6 colours:

Create a ‘Lace Top’ that adds a delicate touch to your wardrobe and is great for a day out in the sun! Knitting pattern is included on the back of each label.

Essential Cotton Splatter

In addition to our current ‘Essential Cotton’ line, we have introduced a new colour way: ‘Essential Cotton Splatter’. It’s 100% cotton and dyed with a coloured splatter effect. Great for any type of project and can be used all year round!

100% Cotton
60g (2.1oz) approx. 96m (105yds)
#4 Medium
Machine wash, tumble dry low

Available in 4 colours:

Create a quick and easy ‘granny square’ that can be used for coasters or dishcloths. Or get creative and attach multiple squares together to create blankets, bags, scarves & so much more! Crochet pattern is included on the back of each label.

Soft Hues

‘Soft Hues’ is a chunky chenille yarn that is soft and great for creating a variety of cozy projects from blankets to home accessories. Available in a selection of delicate pastel hues.

100% Polyester
200g (7oz) approx. 145m (159yds)
#6 Super Bulky
Machine wash cold, dry flat

Available in 5 colours:

Create this textured, star stitch design ‘cushion cover’ and add a unique touch to any living space. Crochet pattern is included on the back of each label.

Simply Denim

‘Simply Denim’ is inspired by a staple item found in everyone’s wardrobe… Denim! Add a classic look and comfort to any project!

100% Acrylic
100g (3.5oz) approx. 200m (219yds)
#4 Medium
Machine wash and dry

Available in 4 colours:

How about creating something that has multiple looks? How about this Crochet Multiway Shawl?

Crochet Multiway Shawl Download Pattern

By Fabricland March 11, 2020 in Indoor No Comments

Rethink Your Indoor Decor

Your home is your haven. It’s where you entertain and where you live. Make it truly yours with decor that matches you!

photo of living room using the Into the Mist fabric collection

Don’t let your creativity be constrained by just one fabric collection; mix and match several collections and be inspired!

It’s not just a House, it’s a Home

Turn your home into a space to be enjoyed, not just one that holds your stuff.

Rosedale Coordinates Indoor Collection poster

Get Inspired

Reupholster your favourite, yet worn footstool. Bring life to a room with new curtains that match perfectly with those cushions. Can’t find the perfect cushions to match that new couch? Make them!

shade card of home decor fabrics in cream, taupe and black

Enjoy the Colour of Living

Whether you’re looking for bright & bold or classic & neutral, the Rosedale collection of fabric coordinates are guaranteed to have something perfect for your next project.

By Fabricland March 4, 2020 in Craft, DIY 1 Comment

DIY Drawstring Produce Bags

With so many options available now for non-plastic produce bags how do you choose? You don’t! You make your own!

This super simple DIY is not only fun, but also makes great enviro-gifts! Which fabric will you choose? Before deciding, check out the full collections of Vegetable Garden & Fruit Stand here.

What you need:

.35m fabric (cotton, netting or mesh)
.75m cord

Bag sizes:

SM approx 6 x 9” (15 x 23cm)
MED approx 9 x 12” (12 x 30cm)
LG approx 12 x 15” (30 x 38cm)

What you do:

1. Add 1” (2.5cm) to the width and 2” (5cm) to the height of bag dimensions. For the large size bag cut 2 pieces 13” (33cm) x 17” (43cm).

2. Fold the top edge of each piece down 1/2” (1.25cm) and press.

3. Pin the 2 pieces right sides together. Mark 1.5” (3.75cm) from the top edges and stitch around sides and bottom between markings. Zigzag stitch or serge sewn edges to prevent fraying.

4. Clip seam at markings and press open. Fold top down 1” (2.5cm) and topstitch along the bottom folded edge to create the cord casing.

5. Using a safety pin, thread the cord through the casings and knot both ends together to secure.

Optional:
Add a cord stopper to keep your bag tightly closed and cord end caps for a more polished look.

Download Project Instructions Download

By Fabricland February 26, 2020 in Craft No Comments

Harvest Some Fruits & Vegetables

From apples and avocados to peppers and pineapples; the new Vegetable Garden and Fruit Stand digital print collections are fresh fabrics now ready for harvesting!

photo of yellow fruit and vegetable digital prints

Vegetable Garden

tri coloured potato digital print fabric

multi coloured peppers digital print fabric

Item# 0649124***D | 100% cotton | width 112cm

Fruit Stand

Item# 0649125***D | 100% cotton | width 112cm

photo of red fruit and vegetable digital prints

photo of green fruit and vegetable digital fabric prints

photo of purple fruit and vegetable digital fabric prints

By Fabricland February 19, 2020 in DIY, Fashion No Comments

‘Costume Fantasia’ | Cosplay at Fabricland

‘Costume Fantasia’ is our new ongoing branded collection of unique fabrics curated for you and your passionate imaginations.

Get inspired! Tag your project photos with #createyourhero and join the Fabricland Cosplay Group to engage with other Cosplayers.

What is Cosplay?

Costume play, or what is more popularly known as COSPLAY, is a decades old visual form of performance celebrating pop culture fandom.

Participants express themselves through highly creative dress up and role playing drawing inspiration from geek pop culture including, but not limited to video games, animation, comic books, literature and movies.

Cosplay is multidisciplinary, involving styling, hair and make up, prop making and, of course, costuming! Despite its crafting and sewing fundamentals, it’s inclusive of all skill levels. Cosplayers attend pop culture fandom conventions known as Cons.

The most actively visited ones include International Comicon and Canadian FanExpo. Here they can enter Cosplay competitions where the higher standard of accuracy in the construction of their character is recognized as Competition Cosplay; whereas Convention Cosplay focuses on the fun of dress up rather than the level of skill.

In either case, this passionate artistic hobby embraces crafting, imagination and innovation; all characteristics of the Fabricland community!

Although, Fabricland has always been a go-to place for all Cosplay needs, Cosplayers can further indulge their imagination and craft the heroes they want with this new collection.

creative layout of fabric swatches and a pattern

Get inspired in our Home Dec department with fabric for an outfit!

And don’t forget your Notions needs … we have you covered.

This new branded collection is available at 15 Fabricland locations across our Ontario Region 1 area:
Barrie (Bayfield St)
Brampton (Main St)
Burlington (Fairview St)
Hamilton (Upper James St)
Kingston (Gardiners Rd)
London (Wonderland Rd)
Newmarket (Davis Dr)
Oakville (Hampshire Gate)
Ottawa (Merivale Rd)
Peterborough (Chemong Rd)
Sudbury (Regent St)
Thunder Bay (Dawson Rd)
Toronto (Steeles Ave)
Vaughan (Northview Blvd)
Windsor (Tecumseh Rd)

By Fabricland February 12, 2020 in Indoor, Outdoor No Comments

Spring Into Cushion Covers

A new season means new cushion covers! Bright, rich colours with florals, seaside themes and jungle animals make selecting decor for your home like a warm Spring breeze – pleasant!

With so many styles, patterns and colours to choose from, there’s something for everyone’s wants and every room!

Cushion covers for the outdoors brighten up any space!

diamond embroidered solid coloured cushion covers

And for all your indoor spaces, there are bright colours and textures…

detailed embroidered cushion covers in pastel colours

…with fun patterns for everyone!

Delicate watercolour and tapestry-style florals, …

… tie-dyed and ink patterns, gorgeous brush stroke florals and sweet floral prints.

Themes take you to the breezy seaside…

jungle themed cushion covers in teal green black

…and to the heat of the jungle!

bright floral solid blush mauve leopard cushion covers

Mix patterns with prints.

And enjoy lush, rich colours.

cushion covers llama tassels foil printed faux fur

Have fun decorating your space with new cushions for every room!

By Fabricland February 5, 2020 in DIY, Notions No Comments

Felt: The Key to My Heart

Felt is such a versatile product for any crafter! Whether by the sheet or the roll, this 100% polyester material can be used for ornaments, wall hangings, banners or even tote bags.

Craft Felt Sheets

These regular weight (180g) 9″x12″ sheets are available in 22 colours and are perfect for so many things! Check out the cute animal masks and keychain DIYs below for an idea.

Felt by the Meter

Felt by the meter is available in regular weight and medium weight.

36″ width | regular weight (180g) | 20 colours

72″ width | regular weight (180g) | 5 colours

36″ width | medium weight (380g) | 13 colours

Fun With Felt

The Fun With Felt masks are a great no-sew project to do with the kids.

A glue gun can be used with the older ones or get yourself some Beacon Felt Glue for the younger ones!

Masks not your thing? Everybody needs a keychain! Why not give this sweet little project a whirl? Make them all for yourself…and as gifts!

DIY Felt Keychains

By Fabricland January 29, 2020 in Craft, Fashion, Indoor, Notions, Outdoor No Comments

Spotlight On Red

Red is an energizing, intense, dynamic colour. It captures attention and is the colour of love. Is red your favourite colour?

Fleece, Flannelette and Brushed Fabrics

Sewing a fuzzy jacket, cozy blanket or some comfy PJ pants? … make it red and make it bold. A red buffalo check is a must-have look for any project.

Fashion Prints and Solids

Show your confidence, be courageous and make a powerful statement with a new outfit in this great all season colour.

Craft Prints

There are so many options for your next quilting or crafty sewing project. Red can make a statement or be a fun accent colour.

Feature Fabric:
0649127 Cara Mia | 100% cotton | 112cm

Notions

Accent an outfit with trim, beads, tassels and more or colour it your way with fabric dye. Stock up on zippers, thread and buttons to add a pop of colour to your next project.

Home Decor – Indoor

Whether in the living room, bedroom or kitchen; stimulate your decor with a pop of red!

Home Decor – Outdoor

Prep now for some new patio decor and bring red outdoor this summer!

By Fabricland January 22, 2020 in Craft, DIY, Notions No Comments

Colour Your Life With Rit

Adding colour to your life is fun and easy with Rit! Now available in-store; their non-toxic dyes are full of possibilities, whether you’re dyeing something new or refreshing something well loved.

All Purpose Dye

The All Purpose Dye is used for natural fabrics like cotton, wool and silk as well as synthetics like nylon and rayon.

DyeMore

The new DyeMore for Synthetics allows you to take your dyeing adventures to the next level and can be used on polyester, acrylic and acetate, plus blends that contain those fibres.

ColorStay Dye Fixative

Want your newly dyed item to stand the test of time? ColorStay Dye Fixative is a solution recommended to end every project as it helps lock in colour. It reduce bleeding, fading and enhances the colour of your project.

Color Remover

Color Remover makes it possible to remove the existing colour from yet-to-be dyed fabric, giving you a dye-ready canvas for spectacular results and true colour. It’s also the perfect solution for removing dye stains (washed by mistake with coloured items) and even food stains (such as fruit juice, ketchup and tea) from whites.

General Info on Dyeing

Interested in learning more about dyeing with Rit? Click the link for some general tips. https://fabricland.ca/howto/rit-dyeing.php

Dyeing for More?

Want to try your hand at a fun project? How about some beautiful Marbled Pillow Cases to spruce up the guest room or have the kids choose their favourite colours for some cool new bedding!

Download Project Instructions Download

By Fabricland January 15, 2020 in DIY, Notions 2 Comments

Unwind With Yarn

It’s a new year, a new decade and … we’ve got new yarn! What more could we ask for?

Delicately Ombre

This cotton/acrylic blend is versatile and very soft to the touch! Available in light delicate colours that create a beautiful gradient/ombré effect as you knit or crochet.

65% Cotton, 35% Acrylic
100g (3.5oz) approx. 135m (148yds)
#4 Medium
Machine wash, tumble dry low

Available in 4 colours:

Create a ‘Front Twist Headband’ … great to keep ears warm. Headband can be created in 2 sizes – Toddler and Adult. Knitting pattern is included on the back of each label in this collection.

Essential Soft Chunky – Solid & Multi

As the name suggests, this yarn is soft & chunky and comes in a variety of beautiful fall colours. If you’re looking to make fast, cozy projects that are sure to keep you warm, this is definitely your go-to.

80% Acrylic 20% Wool
140g (4.9oz)
Solid: approx. 81m (89yds)
Multi: approx. 88m (96yds)
#6 Super Bulky
Machine wash cold gentle, tumble dry low

Solid Available in 8 colours: