Monthly Archives: July 2015

Monochrome

Modern Designs in Soft Touch Fabric

Atlanta, USA resident and quilter Ellen Baker’s new fabrics are here. The collection is very stylish and carries over a metallic taste of charmes, her last collection.

“The Monochrome collection was inspired by color — shades of one color are featured in each print. Color, shape, and simplicity come together with touches of metallic gold and metallic silver in these fabrics.” (by Ellen Baker) This collection features six designs, three double gauze prints and three cotton/linen prints. Three double gauze prints are featured in today’s column. “The double gauze cotton with a smaller-scale print is ideal for clothing, baby items and quilts.” (by Ellen)

Small Cranes　JG42400-400 Double Gauze

Small Cranes comes in three colors – blue green, plum and charcoal gray. A geometric design with repeated small cranes is versatile and can be used for many items like clothing.

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10th Anniversary / 2015 echino fabric collection 3

150cm-wide Cotton Linen Broadcloth

Starting with the theme “color journey,” this is echino collection’s third in its series in 2015. This 150cm-wide cotton linen broadcloth is easy-to-handle and versatile, as you can enjoy making a shirt, skirt or even home décor items.

camouflage　JG-95220-20 Broadcloth

Flowers, stripes and dots adorn the camouflage. Amidst these motifs you find a group of foxes trying to blend in the background as a camouflage themselves.

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nastro

A ribbon, a girl’s favorite motif, is featured

Whether for a girly look or for a romantic appearance, a ribbon motif is adorned with a currently popular parakeet and many kinds of animals. A broadcloth material is versatile, allowing you to make both clothing and small items. From a frilly skirt to a simple dress, enjoy a cute moment with this fabric.

cocorita　P-36100 100A-C Broadcloth

In Italian, cocorita means parakeet. Enclosed in a ribbon, the parakeets are drawn in colors ranging from lovely pink tones to mature adult-like hues suitable for making small items.

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pastel trefle

Double gauze fabric perfect for children’s summer clothing

This is a series that is suitable for use for the upcoming season. A soft pastel tone is perfect for children’s clothing. Small motifs are suited for making face masks. With good absorbency, it can be used to make a drink bottle holder. When making bags and pouches, why not try adding some quilt batting or cotton padding to create a slightly different and softer look.

Dot Owl 　P35500-500 Double Gauze

Design motifs drawn with lines are accentuated with natural looking polka dots. The comical look of the owl is lovely. A cloth for wrapping a lunch box and matching drink holder will make a nice project.

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Ready-to-Sew Fabric & Neon Pop

Pop design fabric that is fun to sew and use

This time we are introducing two different series: ”Ready-to-Sew Fabric” and “Neon Pop.” The Ready-to-Sew Fabric features a bag design which can just be cut and sewn to make a tote bag. The other series, Neon Pop, is a simple design combined with beautiful polka dots and stripes. Both fabrics come in and easy-to-sew oxford (Ox).

Denim Bag　　P35600-600 Oxford (Ox)

The large emblem of a crown stands out in this design. This fabric is also accented with denim-like stitch lines. The areas with English letters can be used for a side gusset and the border area will make cute handles.

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