Handmade gifts are full of love and the joyful feeling of giving is equal to that of receiving.
How about slippers? Making your own has never been easier with Suede Slipper Soles which are available in various sizes for both adults (women) and babies.
Women’s Small | size 6-7.5 Women’s Medium | size 8-8.5 Women’s Large | size 9-10 Baby | size 4-5 infant (12-18 months) Each size comes in both Black & Natural.
Face coverings are now part of our everyday outfits when we go to the grocery store, to work in the office, to the bank and more!
Featured are two popular patterns for DIY face masks: an origami style and a traditional tri-fold style. Get festive with your fabric choices to be ready for the holiday season!
With a few simple “ingredients” and your imagination, you can create the perfect accessory for any outfit or something just for fun! Plus, this easy craft project is perfect for all the makers in your home.
A scarf is one of the most versatile pieces in your wardrobe. It can add some flare to a boring outfit, help when there’s a chill in the air or take the place of a necklace when accessorizing.
A new tote bag for the beach and another for a trip to the cottage. With a few simple items and some creativity, you can create your own tote-ally awesome reversible tote bag!
SUPPLIES
• Sturdy fabric, such as indoor or outdoor decor fabric • Decorative Trim of your choice • 32” Cord (2) • Scissors • Ruler/Measuring Tape • Sewing Machine • Iron • 14mm Grommets (4) • Hammer/Mallet
STEP 1: Cut 4 (16”x18”) rectangles of your fabric.
STEP 2: Cut 2 squares (2”x2”) off the bottom corners of your rectangles as shown.
STEP 3: Sew on decorative trim to the right side of the fabric.
TIP: Don’t be afraid to get creative!
STEP 4: Sew the sides and base of the rectangles together, wrong side facing out. Leave a 1/2” seam and leave corners and the bag opening unstitched.
STEP 5: Pinch the corner gaps together and stitch them shut. This will be the base of your bag.
STEP 6: Repeat Steps 2-5 for the second look.
STEP 7: Once you have completed the stitching for both looks, flip Look #1 wrong side out and keep Look #2 right side out. Place Look #2 into Look #1.
STEP 8: Sew the openings of the bags together.
STEP 9: Mark holes 4-5” away from the edge of the bag for the handles. Use your grommets as a template to mark the hole size and cut accordingly.
STEP 10: Insert grommets into holes and hammer together follow grommet package instructions. NOTE: Complete this step on a sturdy surface.
STEP 11: Loop in your cord and tie a knot to secure. OPTIONAL: Fray edges of knot
PRO TIP: Use an iron to press your stitches between steps for easier handling and cleaner look.
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.
‘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.
Get inspired in our Home Dec department with fabric for an outfit!
And don’t forget your Notions needs … we have you covered.
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.
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.
Create a pair of ‘Yoga Socks/Boot Liners’. They work to either keep your toes warm while stretching it out or as boot liners that can be folded over the top of your boots, keeping your feet warm and dry. Knitting pattern is included on the back of each label in this collection.
Just Loop
‘Just Loop’ is a new and innovative type of yarn that requires no hooks or needles! It’s so easy to learn, making it great for all ages. Made of chunky plush chenille, this yarn is warm and perfect for projects such as blankets, scarves and more!
Create a ‘Swirly French Beret’ that adds a sophisticated touch to any outfit! Knitting pattern is included on the back of each label in this collection.
Baby Doll
‘Baby Doll’ is light and delicate, perfect for creating cute baby accessories! The palette includes lovely multi coloured combinations.
Create an adorable ‘Baby Cub Hat’ that can be created in 2 sizes! (newborn and infant). Knitting pattern is included on the back of each label in this collection, but we’ve included this one below!
Flannelette fabric is perfect for cool winter months and warm, fuzzy comfort year round. Always a favourite for pajamas, but it’s great for crafts too!
There are prints for everyone and every season … new prints include monsters, dinosaurs, pretty flowers and cute characters. There’s so much more in stores now!
An easy project and a perfect gift for new babies and kids alike is a simple blanket made using back-to-back flannelette with rick rack edging for a sweet finish.
Easy Baby Blanket
What You Need: 1.2m each of two fabrics 4.8m of 1/2″ or larger rick rack thread
Cut two pieces of fabric 110cm (43″) x 110cm (43″). Round corners, if desired.
Sew rick rack to the right side of one the fabric pieces along the edge, stitching down the middle of the trim.
Place fabric pieces right sides together and sew, using previous rick rack stitching line as a guide and leaving a small opening for turning.
Turn right sides out and press.
Topstitch close to the edge, being sure to close the opening used to turn right sides out.
With so many flannelette prints available, there’s no end to the fun you could have.