tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67133631732974701892024-02-08T11:26:19.009+11:00Alt FabricsAltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-83285995554959027662023-02-06T16:56:00.003+11:002023-02-06T16:56:17.996+11:00Colour trends we're seeing for the end of 2023<p>Recently we've been hearing a lot of people reminiscing about the past in relation to clothing. Styles from 40-50 years ago, the 70s and 80s, just before big shoulders came into fashion.</p><p>Upcoming colour trends look like they're also leaning towards a similar throwback, with less vibrant, more natural and neutral tones like dark greens and browns. Think farmhouse rustic.</p><div><br /></div><div>Even some 'bright' colours that look like they have snuck through are still very toned down, for example, vintage rose pinks.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few simple colour palettes we've thrown together for your inspiration.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyqyzOUx8X5KZeucOQJ6kUONBeUZArQtwwpVtG-JTR7Xo5EyHnGagLSrySzAoVXw8RThd-XclwhnRGsTZnG7DYLZmbmAObRBuDMWOXonhoqMF0KOOmfsFT6ow9hmF5unOTNB8qovznV9CZCJkH8FSimNC8FE3HdYb-sPlZqZGskeYGadhyzMF-HQH-/s1560/palettes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1560" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyqyzOUx8X5KZeucOQJ6kUONBeUZArQtwwpVtG-JTR7Xo5EyHnGagLSrySzAoVXw8RThd-XclwhnRGsTZnG7DYLZmbmAObRBuDMWOXonhoqMF0KOOmfsFT6ow9hmF5unOTNB8qovznV9CZCJkH8FSimNC8FE3HdYb-sPlZqZGskeYGadhyzMF-HQH-/s16000/palettes.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-17112474662186407642014-04-07T19:57:00.000+10:002014-04-07T19:57:13.228+10:00Fabric related Easter ProjectsThe other year we put up a post with various Easter projects (<a href="http://altfabrics.blogspot.com.au/2012/03/easter-projects.html" target="_blank">see it here</a>), and loved them so much we thought we better make another one.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ourbestbites.com/2012/03/silk-dyed-eggs-aka-tie-dyed/" target="_blank">Silk-Dyed Eggs</a><br />
Gorgeous colourful eggs dyed with silk ties. There's also a tutorial linked at the end on how to blow out eggs so you can use them as hanging ornaments.<br />
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<a href="http://retro-mama.blogspot.com.au/2009/03/easter-is-in-air.html" target="_blank">Fabric Easter Eggs</a><br />
The one I'm definitely going to make this year!<br />
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<a href="http://projectnursery.com/2014/03/diy-freezer-paper-stenciled-shirt" target="_blank">Bunny T-shirt for the kids!</a><br />
Because we shouldn't have all the fun ;)<br />
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<a href="http://projectnursery.com/2014/03/diy-freezer-paper-stenciled-shirt"><img alt="http://projectnursery.com/2014/03/diy-freezer-paper-stenciled-shirt" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwqRGbWYrEZYbVyjLBUx-OSnnEKNJQPdh0oov2vIoj80GfwbzXb67Tb7osDkMzp1FuIXzrsr9q_G2FvE5AZ7YQD9rClMk5cBgFyk_CxekqxOxS_h61j4iTagyDey0sX7BejkqP6TVNmGQ/s1600/Bunny-Stenciled-TShirt.jpg" width="550px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://createstudio.blogspot.com.au/2009/04/easter-basket-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Easter bunny basket</a><br />
Tail and all.<br />
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<a href="http://eclecticallyvintage.com/2013/03/burlap-bunny-table-runner/" target="_blank">Bunny Table Runner</a><br />
This table runner is so cute.<br />
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Do you have a fabric related Easter DIY? Link it below!<br />
If you want to see all the Fabric Easter projects we've found, <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/altfabrics/easter/">visit our Easter Pinterest board</a>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-12416032483382249372014-04-02T19:10:00.000+11:002014-04-02T19:10:52.915+11:00New in our Etsy shop!We have started our <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/altfabrics" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> up again and have some exciting products already listed!<br />
Here's an overview of all the awesome shinys that have been added in the last week.<br />
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Slightly stretchy, this velour has a low nap and is covered in fireworks and stars.</div>
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This polyester has gorgeous orange tones. Displaying a palm tree print, it makes you feel like you're looking at some isolated paradise island.</div>
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This see-through chiffon that has an indian inspired pattern of flowers and
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This would have to be my favourite of the week. The pattern displays a lovely range of earthy brown and red tones, and we only have 1.7m left! </div>
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Which is your favourite?AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-3579139331694403552014-03-31T12:20:00.000+11:002014-03-31T12:20:47.180+11:00Slash InspirationWelcome to a new week!<br />
This week I'm doing a bit of slash inspiration, because there's nothing better than getting old clothes that are sitting in your wardrobe doing nothing, ripping them up and making something new and totally gorgeous! <br />
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So without further ado, here are links to three tutorials to inspire you this week. (Click on each image to visit the tutorial.)<br />
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AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-33506180737081410082012-07-05T14:52:00.000+10:002012-07-05T14:54:36.921+10:00Patterns galore!The other week a huge delivery of patterns from 1970's to now turned up! We’ve slowly been working our way through them taking photos, writing descriptions and listing them over both Etsy and Craftumi. <br />
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At the moment there are 20 listed on Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics?section_id=11074206" target="_blank">http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics?section_id=11074206</a> and 8 listed on Craftumi <a href="http://www.craftumi.com.au/altfabrics" target="_blank">http://www.craftumi.com.au/altfabrics</a> covering vintage and baby/children’s clothing, and more will be listed over the weekend and next week.<br />
There are a few in particular we would love to point out, the first is this cute little toddler hat on Craftumi <a href="http://www.craftumi.com.au/detail.asp?id=59764" target="_blank">http://www.craftumi.com.au/detail.asp?id=59764</a> they’re so cute!<br />
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On Etsy the favourite has been this Burda pattern for baby tops, pants and overalls <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/102184923/baby-top-pants-and-overalls-burda" target="_blank">http://www.etsy.com/listing/102184923/baby-top-pants-and-overalls-burda</a><br />
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And the most unusual? This dog coat and booties pattern! It makes me grin every time I see it <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/102097812/dog-coats-and-booties-pattern-kwik-sew" target="_blank">https//www.etsy.com/listing/102097812/dog-coats-and-booties-pattern-kwik-sew</a><br />
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Although I don't think I'd go as far as naming them all... I'm not totally crazy ("yet" was said from the other room when I was reading this to Christine)<br />
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This skirt is on the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/51861153/crazy-cat-lady-skirt" target="_blank">VamosThreads Etsy store here</a><br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-35664415179419590862012-04-10T11:09:00.000+10:002012-04-10T11:09:12.138+10:00Today I love ~ Baby mermaid cocoon knitting patternOne for the knitters out there. A very cute knitting pattern from the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/4aSong" target="_blank">4aSong Etsy store</a><br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-85357513846688387522012-04-05T10:17:00.000+10:002012-04-05T10:17:44.374+10:00Today I love ~ Steampunk top hatYou can't get more steampunk than a top hat with a working clock!<br />
This amazing hat and more steampunk items are from the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/starrlitwolfling" target="_blank">Starrlitwolfling Etsy store</a><br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-36018291191818720992012-04-02T12:20:00.000+10:002012-04-02T12:20:43.053+10:00Today I love ~ Kiss by Klimt coat<a href="http://www.sewweekly.com/2012/03/the-kiss-by-klimt-coat/" target="_blank">This coat</a> was one of the challenges on <a href="http://www.sewweekly.com/" target="_blank">The Sew Weekly blog</a> where an artwork was chosen (by the sewer) and used as inspiration for a piece of clothing.<br />
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We loved the result of this coat compared to the artwork, and the way she used the stripes of silk fabric to create a new fabric for the coat.<br />
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Very inspiring!<br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-62585073095962992212012-03-31T09:26:00.000+11:002012-03-31T09:26:09.173+11:00Today I love ~ Fat Dragon patternYoki the Fat Dragon! How cute is he! (insert lots of awwwww, ahhhhhh's here)<br />
I found the pattern for Yoki on Etsy from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DIYFluffies" target="_blank">DIYFluffies</a> who has so many cute animal patterns! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/73831246/lucky-lion-pattern-pdf-tutorial-sewing" target="_blank">Lucky Lion</a> (another awww how cute) and the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/93362211/sewing-pattern-whale-plush-pdf" target="_blank">Whale</a> are also two of my favourites<br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-56156454460058703412012-03-29T13:38:00.001+11:002012-03-29T13:38:28.102+11:00Easter projectsIt's coming up to Easter and I'm starting to get inspired to create eggs, crosses and rabbits!<br />
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<a href="http://www.positivelysplendid.com/2011/03/ruffled-easter-egg-tee-tutorial.html" target="_blank"><b>Ruffled Easter Egg Tee Tutorial</b></a> from Positively Splendid<br />
Very cute and fun little t-shirt<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.positivelysplendid.com/2012/03/framed-dimensional-easter-cross.html" target="_blank">Framed Dimensional Easter Cross Tutorial</a></b> also from Positively Splendid<br />
A nice reminder of Easter<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.modabakeshop.com/2009/03/fabric-easter-basket.html" target="_blank">Fabric Easter Basket</a></b> from Moda Bakeshop<br />
Cute basket from quilting fabric<br />
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<a href="http://www.sheblogssheblogs.com/2010/07/hoppy-easter-finger-puppet-tutorial.html" target="_blank"><b>Tiny Bunny Finger Puppet Tutorial</b></a> from The Alison Show<br />
Cute overload!<br />
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<a href="http://mypoppet.blogspot.com.au/2011/04/how-to-needle-felted-easter-egg.html" target="_blank"><b>Needle Felted Easter Egg</b></a> from My Poppet<br />
Bright felted eggs!<br />
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And we have a lot more Easter themed tutorials on our <a href="http://pinterest.com/altfabrics/easter/" target="_blank">Easter Pinterest board here</a>!AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-7711970767310219412012-03-27T10:32:00.001+11:002012-03-27T10:32:51.286+11:00Today I love ~ Hand painted silk scarfLately I've seen a quite a few pieces of hand painted clothing that are really inspiring! This is one. A hand painted silk scarf that just reminds me of light and Spring, which is very welcome as we've just had a wintery start to Autumn.<br />
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This scarf comes from the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SilkCouturebyTakuyo?" target="_blank">Silk Couture by Takuyo Etsy shop</a><br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-24255074452722551062012-03-26T10:31:00.000+11:002012-03-26T10:31:43.263+11:00Today I love ~ Crocheted Wall ArtI saw this on the front page of Etsy over the weekend and think it's absolutely amazing!<br />
And if you head over to the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/cornflowerbluestudio" target="_blank">Cornflower Blue Studio on Etsy</a> there's more amazing fiber art pieces (although this is my favourite).<br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-30681953465414026832012-03-22T12:12:00.000+11:002012-03-22T12:13:55.171+11:00Tutorials - Ruffles of various forms<br />
Ruffles are fun! And very easy to create :)<br />
Here are 5 of our favourite sewing tutorials that include various forms of ruffles you can wear!<br />
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<a href="http://jaynsarah.blogspot.com.au/2011/03/anthropologie-squeezebox-top-diy.html" target="_blank"><b>The Anthropologie Squeezebox Top DIY</b></a> from jaynsarah.blogpost.com.au<br />
Easy and cheap to make. Amazing finish!<br />
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<a href="http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2010/07/full-and-fluffy-pettiskirt.html" target="_blank"><b>Full and Fluffy Pettiskirt</b></a> from make it and love it<br />
Lots of fabric = so much fun!<br />
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<a href="http://knittybitties.blogspot.com.au/p/knit-skirt-tutorial.html" target="_blank"><b>Knit Skirt Tutorial</b></a> from knitty bitties<br />
A skirt for any age, going out or staying in.<br />
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<a href="http://sewfantastic.blogspot.com.au/2012/02/lace-leggings.html" target="_blank"><b>Lace Leggings</b></a> from Sew Fantastic<br />
Very cute little leggings.<br />
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<a href="http://www.lilblueboo.com/2011/09/cascading-ruffle-skirt-a-tutorial-and-free-download.html" target="_blank"><b>Cascading Ruffle Skirt</b></a> from lil blue boo<br />
Another fun skirt for the little ones (although I would love to try it for myself), includes the ruffle template to download.<br />
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<br />AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-49609313265946408602012-03-01T11:44:00.000+11:002012-03-01T13:04:02.558+11:00Ralph Lauren Fall 2012 fashion paradeIt's kind of Downton Abbey, a bit of men's fashion for women, some elaborate collars and a lot of gorgeous fabric.<br />
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Today we listed a lot of fabrics into the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics?section_id=7837764" target="_blank">Remnant SALE section of our Etsy store</a> and marked them all down to $4. Pieces on sale were between $6 and $18 and some are 2m in length!<br />
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The sale will go until midnight Feb 29 (AEDST).<br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics?section_id=7837764" target="_blank">Visit our sales page here!</a><br />
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<img border="0" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQim4nhZltq2LzYPzWm8807Bf_oEIADhqBhcdCwua-jqtW7pkI34rajc7pGxP6pbdQxW6cAUPAWgMlfhCNXxpI1wFjqkq4pCwX3_UwA1XLpa2-S5369iEcPrWEh9rqHr_K5l6C3mdkxxE/s400/embroidered-sunflower+flat.jpg" width="400" /></div>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-12210827384485542812012-02-27T17:42:00.001+11:002012-02-27T17:42:34.112+11:00Social MediaWe've been experimenting with a lot of social media sites within the past month so thought I'd write a quick post of where you can find us!<br />
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Twitter - <a href="http://twitter.com/altfabrics">http://twitter.com/altfabrics</a><br />
Facebook - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/altfabrics">http://www.facebook.com/altfabrics</a><br />
Google+ - <a href="http://gplus.to/altfabrics">http://gplus.to/altfabrics</a><br />
Pinterest - <a href="http://pinterest.com/altfabrics/">http://pinterest.com/altfabrics/</a><br />
Tumblr - <a href="http://altfabrics.tumblr.com/">http://altfabrics.tumblr.com</a><br />
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And we now have two online store at:<br />
Etsy - <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics">http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics</a><br />
Craftumi - <a href="http://www.craftumi.com.au/altfabrics">http://www.craftumi.com.au/altfabrics</a><br />
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If you're a sewer or have a handmade store on Etsy or MadeIt we would love for you to put your social media/store links in the comments below so we (and other readers) can follow you!AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-38585116456469174792012-01-12T17:50:00.000+11:002012-01-12T17:50:33.210+11:00Treasury ~ {What We Love} WarmthSee the full Treasury on Etsy ~ <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTA0OTU2Mzh8MTc3OTM3OTM4OQ/what-we-love-warmth">http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTA0OTU2Mzh8MTc3OTM3OTM4OQ/what-we-love-warmth</a><br />
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It's supposed to be summer but we're sitting here with the wood fire on. <br />It's the best time to look at warm accessories on Etsy :D<br />
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<tr> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/81796015" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.271170815.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/81796015" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/celapiu" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> celapiu </a> </div>
<div style="color: #78c042; display: none; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$55.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/82540664" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.273580015.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/82540664" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/mojospastyle" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> mojospastyle </a> </div>
<div style="color: #78c042; display: none; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$46.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83999175" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.278702655.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83999175" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lolide" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> lolide </a> </div>
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$78.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/68849269" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.222171649.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/68849269" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/vickyduboisdesign" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> vickyduboisdes... </a> </div>
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$49.00 </div>
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<tr><td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69603109" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.225336129.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69603109" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/filofashion" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> filofashion </a> </div>
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$70.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60164379" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_170x135.187315434.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60164379" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/talk2thetrees" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> talk2thetrees </a> </div>
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$52.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/74406054" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.245359307.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/74406054" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ZenAndCoffee" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> ZenAndCoffee </a> </div>
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$30.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57899612" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.290620270.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57899612" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveandKnit" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> LoveandKnit </a> </div>
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$49.00 </div>
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<tr><td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61769436" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_170x135.291522451.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61769436" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/zuzusworld" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> zuzusworld </a> </div>
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$19.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/79633086" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.267640374.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/79633086" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/pixiebell" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> pixiebell </a> </div>
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$50.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60146976" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.187259143.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60146976" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/EveldasNeverland" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> EveldasNeverla... </a> </div>
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$45.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75116491" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_170x135.248041978.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75116491" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/frixiegirl" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> frixiegirl </a> </div>
<div style="color: #78c042; display: none; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$263.00 </div>
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<tr><td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/65196772" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.205341086.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/65196772" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/IndianSummerGardens" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> IndianSummerGa... </a> </div>
<div style="color: #78c042; display: none; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$68.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66772755" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_170x135.211703459.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66772755" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/madamepeace" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> madamepeace </a> </div>
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$35.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87524229" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.286069017.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87524229" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TrixyXchange" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> TrixyXchange </a> </div>
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$29.00 </div>
</td> <td height="70px" style="border: 1px solid #ECECEC; padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/77744775" style="text-decoration: none;"> <img class=" yglivignwuervprrovcy" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.256919634.jpg" style="border: none; padding: 0px;" width="110px" /> </a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/77744775" style="text-decoration: none;"> <span style="color: #666666; display: none; font-family: sans-serif;"> </span> </a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/hazelandhaverly" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> hazelandhaverl... </a> </div>
<div style="color: #78c042; display: none; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$214.50 </div>
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<a href="http://redrowstudio.com/tools/treasury.php"> Treasury tool </a> by <a href="http://redrowstudio.com/">Red Row Studio</a>. </div>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-46193026968304020432012-01-03T12:37:00.000+11:002012-01-03T12:39:36.094+11:00I'm learning to sew<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm learning to sew as part of our <a href="http://www.altfabrics.blogspot.com/p/start-sewing-2012.html">Start Sewing 2012 challenge</a>.<br />
Honestly, now I'm helping Christine sell fabric I feel kind of bad that I don't sew much (I've sewn cushions and a jumper a long time ago and do know the very basics, but not enough to really say 'I know how to sew').<br />
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Seeing as Christine teaches pattern making and sewing I'll be taking the journey of learning how to read patterns, cut fabric the right way, and put together some awesome clothes. And I'll be blogging along the way! My aim is to make 12 items - is that a lot when starting? I really have no idea.<br />
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Before Christmas I bought a few patterns and will be starting with the Project Runaway jacket in the photo below. I love jackets so couldn't resist :)<br />
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And the fabric I will be using is a purple check wool blend with silver/grey lining.</div>
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Christine did roll her eyes at me when I chose the fabric saying 'You did have to choose a jacket that wasn't the easiest for your first project and with a patterned fabric didn't you? Oh well, we'll see how good you are at lining up the pattern.'</div>
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There is over 550 meters of fabric spanning 20 meters in diameter and 3 meters tall! It is able to seat over 200 people and the top of the dress and singer rotate around for everyone to see.<br />
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Also head over to the Nosh section of ArtFire which has more behind the scenes photos which show the structure of the dress and performances <a href="http://www.artfire.com/nosh/reddress-performance-fashion/" target="_blank">http://www.artfire.com/nosh/reddress-performance-fashion/</a></div>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-46712163771767310032011-11-22T17:45:00.001+11:002011-11-22T17:53:57.822+11:00We're back, we're official and we're inspired!<br />
We've been away from blogger for a while and have missed you all!<br />
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A little while ago one of our local fabric shops closed and some of our clients and students have been looking for a replacement. So we decided to make AltFabrics official, instead of a hobby 'do it when we can' business we've registered our business name and now sell fabrics from the Carrickters Sewing Studio.<br />
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We're really looking forward to 2012 with a lot of new beginnings: new business, a lot of learning (in more ways then one which you'll find out about shortly ;) ) a lot of ideas and HEAPS of new fabric!<br />
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Don't forget to check out our Etsy store for a lot of inspirational new fabric: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics">http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics</a>AltFabricshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17485526800688365497noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6713363173297470189.post-57447046160831484772010-09-30T21:50:00.000+10:002010-09-30T21:50:21.902+10:00Fabrics for OctoberI'm looking forward to October!<br />
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We've got five new fabrics being listed this weekend including a beautiful printed charmeuse and a gorgeous soft crinkle organza.<br />
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Have a look at our Facebook page for some photos of the fabrics coming this weekend.<br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392875/purple-wool-blend">http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392875/purple-wool-blend</a></div><br />
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I love this fabric, it has a purple check pattern which is slightly different on both sides, with the wrong side still useable.<br />
The right side has a big checked pattern of purple, mauve and white, with the inside squares being 11cm wide and the bands around being 1.5cm wide. The back has a simple square checked pattern of purple and mauve.<br />
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Ideas!<br />
A jacket or Chanel style jacket would look awesome with this fabric.<br />
The selvedge is also very interesting and could be used as a trim around seams or cuffs. It could also replace the hem of a dress.<br />
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Washing Instructions<br />
Dry cleaning is best for this fabric<br />
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Don’t forget that if you buy this fabric from us and use it in one of your creations (either a personal creation or one you are selling on Etsy) you can promote it through the Alt Fabrics Blog!<br />
<a href="http://altfabrics.blogspot.com/p/submit-your-article.html">Visit this page for details on how to submit your article.</a><br />
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See all our items for sale at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics">http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392512/ribbon-lace">http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392512/ribbon-lace</a></div><br />
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This gorgeous lace has a vintage feel, it’s an absolutely beautiful vintage look lace which is a light coffee colour.<br />
The lace has a line pattern with little flowers. Over the top is a hexagon shaped pattern of couched silk ribbon.<br />
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Ideas!<br />
A skirt, skirt overlay or jacket would looks stunning with this lace.<br />
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Washing Instructions<br />
Hand wash or dry clean<br />
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Don’t forget that if you buy this lace from us and use it in one of your creations (either a personal creation or one you are selling on Etsy) you can promote it through the Alt Fabrics Blog!<br />
<a href="http://altfabrics.blogspot.com/p/submit-your-article.html">Visit this page for details on how to submit your article.</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392418/flower-lace">http://www.etsy.com/listing/56392418/flower-lace</a></div><br />
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This is quite a heavy and drapey lace/ It has large cream coloured flowers over brown net.<br />
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This lace looks great over calico or any cream fabric<br />
It would make a lovely lace jacket or skirt.<br />
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Washing Instructions<br />
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This fabric is 110cm wide.<br />
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Don’t forget that if you buy this lace from us and use it in one of your creations (either a personal creation or one you are selling on Etsy) you can promote it through the Alt Fabrics Blog!<br />
<a href="http://altfabrics.blogspot.com/p/submit-your-article.html">Visit this page for details on how to submit your article.</a><br />
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See all our items for sale at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics">http://www.etsy.com/shop/altfabrics</a>Joy Carrickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03824494478046415635noreply@blogger.com0