Introducing Prints Charming: Part 2

Our Facebook is going absolutely gangbusters with responses to the launch of our Designer Collaboration with Prints Charming - it's awesome to see that all of our lovely readers are excited as we are about this project!

Now that we've told you a little bit about the story behind Prints Charming, we thought it high time to tell you about what we've got in store for you in your local Spotlight!

To get things started we have two fantastic ranges of Prints Charming designs: printed cotton drill and printed cotton poplin.

Cotton Drill

Prints Charming Printed Cotton Drill

 
Why we love it:
Drill is one of our favourite fabrics to work with as it is versatile, hard wearing and holds a print beautifully!

What to use it for:
Cushion covers, storage baskets, children's dresses, jackets and pants

Pattern Reccomendation:
Burda Kids 9546 

Burda Kids 9546 - How cute!

The Details
Prints Charming Printed Cotton Drill, 112cm wide, 100% Cotton. AU$14.99m

Prints Charming Printed Cotton Poplin

Cotton Poplin

Why we love it:

Poplin is great as it is light weight, easy to wear & care for and above all very easy to sew with!

What to use it for:
Tote bags, summer dresses and skirts, pyjamas.

The Details
Prints Charming Printed Cotton Poplin, 112cm wide, 100% Cotton. AU$14.99m

We can't wait to hear what ideas you have in store for these amazing fabrics - and stay tuned, there will be more ranges to come in the future!

Drop us a comment below or visit our Facebook to tell us about what your plans are for Prints Charming!

Pattern of the Week:

The Seersucker Dress

In this week’s Pattern of the Week, we’re featuring one of our favourite patterns – Burda 9494 from the Burda Kids Pattern Catalogue. What really makes this dress shine is the seersucker fabric. Seersucker is comfortable , light and airy to wear. The natural wrinkle in the fabric makes it a great choice for kids & travel as no ironing is required. I ask you -what could be more perfect for summer?

 Did you know?

Seersucker was originally developed in India and became popular in the American South. The name "seersucker" came into the English language via the Hindi term "sirsakar," which had been borrowed from the Persian language meaning 'milk and sugar'. This was due to the resemblance of the fabric's smooth and rough stripes to the smooth surface of milk and the bumpy texture of sugar.

We used:

Pattern: Burda Kids 9494

Fabric:Country Seersucker, 135cm  Wide, 100% Cotton, $12.99 per meter.

Notions: 18-20cm Zip & optional Ribbon or decorative waist tie 1.3 - 1.5m.

Visit your nearest Spotlight and get your own Pattern of the Week today!

Pattern of the Week: A is for Pyjamas

This week’s Pattern of the Week showcases this adorable set of children’s pyjamas. What do we love about these? Well lots!

The bottoms feature an elasticised waistband for ease and comfort whilst sleeping. This pattern can be made into long-sleeved top and pants, short-sleeved top and shorts or vice versa, the choice is yours! And, your little ones will love the sweet little peterpan collar option with the classic button down shirt . We chose to make the boy’s short-sleeved top and long bottoms- Option B. The great thing about this pattern is it will see you through the years as your children grow from 3 up to 15 years.

Product used:

Pattern: Burda Kids 9747

Fabric: Vintage ABC Cotton Poplin, 148cm Wide, 100% Cotton, $14.99 per meter.

Notions: Iron on interfacing, 4 Buttons, 75cm of 2cm Elastic, Optional decorative trim collar pocket 

 

Expert Sewing Tip!

Always start a project with a fresh machine needle. A good needle in your sewing room is like a good knife in your kitchen – priceless!

Visit your nearest Spotlight and get your own Pattern of the Week today!