And the party continues...

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As most of you know it's our birthday this month and to celebrate we are offering  you some spectacular specials and super savings.

Firstly, there is the fabulously exclusive offer of 10% OFF ALL CURTAINING we're making available to all our loyalty card holders. This is just one of the many ways we like to reward you, our dedicated supporters.

Next on the cards is an amazing sale on ready-made voile curtains. At R150 per curtain this is a deal not to be missed.

Rush down to your local store today to take part in the celebration. These specials are valid until 31 May 2012 and you don't want to miss out on the party. Loyalty cards are FREE and available in-store. 

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How to make curtain tiebacks

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So you’ve taken advantage of our crazy curtaining offer and are now looking to add the finishing touches to your window treatment. Apart from being aesthetically pleasing, curtain tiebacks are a great way to secure your curtains to one or both sides of the window. They let light into a room and create attractive folds in the curtain. Carry on reading and discover how to make your own curtain tiebacks.

Supplies

Curtain fabric

Lining fabric

Iron-on interfacing

Matching thread

Measuring tape

Pins

Scissors

Paper

Four small curtain rings

Two decorative hooks

Screws & wall plugs

Screwdriver 

Instructions

1. With the curtains open, wrap the measuring tape around the curtains in the area where you would like the tiebacks to sit. Remember to gather the curtains to the final fullness you require as this will affect the measurements.
2. Make a mark on the wall where the tieback hook will need to be positioned and, using this spot as your basis, measure around the curtain to get the length of the tiebacks. You will need to allow 10cm or more for the width of the tieback, depending on how wide you want them.
3. Draw the design of your tiebacks onto a piece of paper, making sure that they are to the correct length and width, and then cut it out.
4. Fold the curtain fabric in half, right sides together, and pin on your pattern. Cut out, leaving a 20mm seam allowance on all sides. Do the same with the lining fabric.
5. Using your pattern, cut out two pieces of interface. In this case you won’t have to add a seam allowance.
6. Pin and iron the interface on to the back of the curtaining. Be sure to centre the interface so that there is a 20mm overhang of fabric on the edges.
7. Fold the seam allowance of the fabric over the interfacing and pin. Make small V-shaped notches in any curves to allow the fabric to lie flat. Press and machine stitch in place.
8. Turn under a seam allowance of 25mm on all sides of the lining pieces. As with the curtaining pieces, make v notches in any curves and press.
9. Pin the wrong side of the lining over the interface to the wrong side of the curtaining. The edges should be 6mm in from the edges of the curtain fabric. Press and using an invisible slipstitch sew the lining in place.
10. Sew a small curtain ring to each tieback end.
11. Find the markings you made earlier on the wall and drill two small holes so that you can fit the curtain hooks to the wall. Insert the wall plugs and screw the hooks into place.
12. Finally, wrap your tiebacks around the curtains and hook into place.
13. For this and other creative window treatments visit http://bit.ly/IMiNps. 

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Hertex Fabrics: Hide & Sleek

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Hertex Fabrics has launched a new line of faux leather fabric that is perfectly suited to your décor and reupholstery needs. Unlike reproduction leather of the past, which bore little resemblance to the real thing, the new range provides you with a sumptuous and elegant visual experience. Named Hide & Sleek the range offers customers a choice between “the dull buffed look of Amarillo, the heavy embossing of Tooled and Bark, the linen look of Enigma and the metallic finish of the Reptile Skins”.

At Fabric and Textile Warehouse you’ll find designer fabrics at wholesale prices. Even if we don’t have the book, if we stock the designer we’ll find you the fabric. Give us a ring on our Golden Number for more info. 


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Curtains – a spa treatment for your window & a facelift for your bedroom.

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Often the first choice made when decorating a room, curtains have the power to revitalise, rejuvenate and reinvent a dull room. Not only can they considerably improve the view, but they keep our secrets safe, our rooms warm and our life vibrant. Curtains are, in all seriousness, something a room can simply not do without.

It is a good thing then that we’ve just offloaded another container filled with curtaining. So, if you’re looking to give your window the special treatment you know where to come. And don’t forget, May is our birthday month and to celebrate this auspicious occasion we’re giving our Loyalty Card holders a 10% DISCOUNT on ALL CURTAINING. Just our way of saying thank you for all your loyal support over the last 10 years. 

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A decade on and still going strong - Fabric & Textile Warehouse turns 10!

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It’s finally May, which can mean only one thing - it’s our birthday!

Not ones to hog all the cake, we asking you to join in the celebration with special deals and exclusive offers. As a special thank you to all our faithful customers we’re offering all Loyalty Card holders a 10% DISCOUNT on ALL CURTAINING*. What makes this special all the more fantastic is the fact that we have just unpacked yet another container of fabulous fabrics. Our shelves are just teaming with curtaining. So, hurry on over and join the party.

*This special offer is valid until 31 May 2012 and is not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts including the Loyalty Card holder discount of 2.5%.

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Ribbons, lace and pretty things – how to make ribbon bracelets

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You've taken a stroll through our haberdashery and are now feeling inspired, but to what you are not sure. Why not create some of these dainty ribbon bracelets, perfect for you or your little princess at home.

Supplies
Various cuts of ribbon (depending on how many bracelets you are looking to make) at least 18mm wide
A collection of beautiful buttons and beads
Wire – thin enough to thread through the beads and malleable enough for you to manipulate
Wire cutters
Needles and thread

Instructions


• Design 1
Select your ribbon and button. Fold back one end of the ribbon and sew a button hole big enough to fit the width of the button. Measure the wrist and add an extra 3cm to the end of the ribbon without the hole. Fold the ribbon back on itself and size it on the wrist. Finally, sew the button on.










• Design 2

Select your ribbon, a button and some beads. Fold back one end of the ribbon and sew the cut edge, keeping the sides free and open. Cut a 12cm length of wire and thread it through the opening. Using the wire as thread, create a loop of beads large enough to slip over the button. Twist off the wire and trim wire edges using the cutter. Measure the wrist and add an extra 3cm to the end of the ribbon without the hole. Fold the ribbon back on itself and size it on the wrist. Finally, sew the button on.

For this and other magical items to make with the goodies you buy in our stores visit http://www.gomakeme.com/.

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From fabric to fine art

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Sometimes we come across a piece of fabric too beautiful for words, and are suddenly faced with the terrible dilemma of not having anything create with it. We've already upholstered the couch and trimmed the windows, stitched the dress and sewed the skirt. But... we really love this fabric – it’s simply a work of art. If that is really the case, then why not make it into one.

Stretch the fabric over a canvas frame and convert it into the new focal point of your lounge, bedroom or conversation. Remember that at Fabric and Textile Warehouse you will find some stunning designer fabrics at amazing wholesale prices.

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