Behind The Scenes.

Last week we updated our Fabric Traders homepage. This is a behind the scenes shot of Simone doing what she does best, styling and photographing the fantastic picture.

 

Take a look at the final product. We love it.

 

Happy Monday.

 





Project Day: Fabric Christmas Bauble.

 

 

Running with our Christmas theme, this weeks project features a lovely hanging ornament.

 

What you need:

• Fabric with a Christmas feel. We used A Honey Child Geometric Pale Blue and Greens by Jennifer Paganelli $19.99/m.
• Ribbon. We used Grosgrain Ribbon Polka Dots Light Blue $1.15/m.
• A button. We used a Decorative Wooden Button Blue Florals 23mm $0.59 each.
• A Styrofoam ball or an old Christmas ball.
• Glue gun and scissors.



Cut your fabric into a square large enough to cover the ball you have chosen. Simply wrap the fabric around the ball and bunch it at the top. Tie your ribbon in a bow to hold it in place then trim off the excess fabric.

 

Next attach some ribbon to the top. If you have used an old ornament you may be lucky enough to have a loop to tie it to. If not just use your glue gun.

 

We finished our ball off by gluing on one of our beautiful buttons.

 

Have a great weekend.

 

 

 

 

 



Caribbean, By The Pool.

 

Take a look at some of our stunning new arrivals in our Indoor/Outdoor range.

 

These fabrics can take hundreds of hours of direct sunlight without fading and are mildew and stain resistant.

 

Clockwise from the top:

Caribbean Breeze in Tangerine $27.99/m, Golden Trellis in Yellow $29.99/m, A Ripple Effect in Tangerine $27.99/m, By The Pool in Lime $23.99/m

 

Happy Monday

 

 





Project Day: Ruffle Christmas Tree

 

 

It's that time of the year again. This weeks project features a gorgeous Christmas tree alternative.

 

What you need:

•  A polystyrene cone.
• Fabric that will ruffle easily. We used Veranda Paisley Strawberry by Verna Mosquera $18.99/m and Sunburst Pink Stripe by Dear Stella $19.99/m.
• A white piece of pipe or dowel.
• A small pot.
• Sewing machine.
• Glue gun.
• Pinking scissors.
• White rocks.

Cut your fabric into strips approx 4cm wide using the pinking scissors on the outer edge. Use your sewing machine (set to a long stitch) to gather the inner edge to create the ruffle.

  

Glue each gathered strip of fabric alternately up the tree.

 

Insert the piece of dowel or pipe into the bottom of the Styrofoam cone then glue in place. We used white stones to hold our tree upright in the pot.

 

Finish off with your favourite Christmas decoration.

 

Have a great weekend.

 



A Shabby Offcut Bespoke Lampshade $69.95

 

 We are selling this beautiful one off, handmade lampshade using fabric offcuts for $69.95.

Most of these fabrics are still available from our fabulous range including the pink pom pom trim.

Happy Monday




Project Day: Green Theme Table Scape

This weeks project features a beautiful yet simple way to decorate a table for any occasion.

What you need:

• Glass jars big enough to fit a tealight candle through.
• Ribbon. We used Bias Binding Tape in Polka Dot Lime $2.25/m.
• Fabric for tablecloth. We used Gingham in Apple Green 100% cotton $9.99/m.
• Fresh flowers (the size of these will depend on the size of your jar).
• Tealight candles.

Make your gingham tablecloth by either hemming or pinking the edges.

Tie the ribbon around your jar.

Place your flowers behind the bow and insert your tealight.

 

Have a great weekend

 

 

Now that's a lot of colour....

 

 

A fantastic range of new cotton designer prints have just arrived on our door step.

 

From top to bottom

 

Road Well Travelled in Paisley by Marcus Fabrics

Road Well Travelled in Mustard by Marcus Fabrics

Freshcut Graphic Mums by Heather Bailey 

Freshcut Cabbage Rose by Heather Bailey

Lark Heirloom in Jade Green by Amy Butler 

Lark Heirloom in Blue by Amy Butler

Lark Gypsy by Amy Butler

Lark Chinese Lanterns by Amy Butler

all only $19.99/m

 

Happy Monday

 

 

 

 



Project Day: Fabric Embriodery Hoops as Wall Art

 This weeks project features a beautiful yet simple way to decorate any wall.

 

What you need:

• A selection of your favourite fabrics. Thinner fabrics like cottons work best for this project...we used Jardin de Fleurs  Red $18.99/m, Jardin de Fleurs Cream $18.99/m and Picnic Bouquet Lagoon by Heather Bailey $18.99/m.
• Embroidery Hoops in different sizes.

Stretch your fabric over the inner ring of the hoop then secure it in place with the outer ring. Pull the edges lightly to make sure your fabric is firm.

 

Once you have it in place tighten the screws, trim the excess fabric and your Hoops are ready to hang on the wall.

 

Odd numbers always work best when grouping things together, we used three hoops in different sizes however you could add as many as you like.

 

Have a great Weekend

 

~ Magazine Feature ~

We are delighted to have some of our gorgeous fabrics featured in the latest edition of Australian Country Magazine (Nov/Dec issue).

I can tell you I spent hours making that tablecloth! I used bits and pieces from both our indoor & outdoor range in patchwork style.

A big thank-you to Tahn Scoon from Tahn Scoon Living.

Coming Home

Even on the most fabulous holidays it's still nice to come home don't you think?

We have been away on a break last week but are back and ready to share some fabulous new fabrics and craft ideas over the coming months.

Happy Monday.

PS: 2nd photo is us on Hamilton Island last week, Whitsundays, Australia

Project Day; Fabulous Easy Curtains

This week we have created beautiful inexpensive curtains using our Shirting Fabric and Mini Pom Pom Trim.

 

What you need:

• Shirting Fabric (we used Poly Cotton Shirting Easy Iron in Mint Aqua and White Stripe $4.99/m)
•  Pom Pom Trim (we used Mini Pom Pom Trim in Royal Blue $1.99/m)
• Matching cotton

Cut the Shirting to the length of your window allowing an extra 25cm for the hemming. Sew the side seams first then sew the Pom Pom Trim down one seam. Create a rod pocket at the top to allow for your curtain rod. Then hem the bottom. You will need an extra metre of the trim to use as your cord.

 

You can make these fabulous curtains for under $25 a drop.

 

 

Have a great Weekend.

 

We love Amy Butler....

We carry a great selection of Amy Butler's beautiful fabrics.
Try a selection of co-ordinating colours or mix it up a little....

From left to right
A Midwest Modern Ripple Stripe in Orange $19.99/m
Love Paisley Blush $19.99/m
Love Bali Gate Lime Twill $29.99/m


Happy Monday