Loyalty card holders get 7.5% OFF ALL PURCHASES until end July 2012.

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Yes, you read right folks - we’re offering all our Loyalty Card holders an extra 5% OFF*! That means that until the end of July you will get a staggering 7.5% off all your purchase at Fabric and Textile Warehouse. Fabulous, isn’t it?

To qualify for the discount simply print the voucher below and bring it along with your loyalty card on your next visit to Fabric and Textile Warehouse. Don’t have a loyalty card? Get yours in store today – it’s FREE! Still have some questions? Call us on our Golden Number (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX) – we’re here to help. 

* T's and C's apply.

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Treasure hunting at Fabric and Textile Warehouse.

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The Fabric and Textile Warehouse team like to think of themselves as the Indiana Joneses of the textile world, scouring the globe for exotic fabrics and textile gems to add to our horde. A horde that is available to you at unbelievably low prices.

Our gem of the month is crystal sheer curtaining (280mm wide) which was R 24.99 and is NOW R 19.99.

Tempted to raid our shelves? Then set sail for your nearest Fabric and Textile Warehouse where you’ll find this and other amazing specials on the go. Want to learn more about wants on offer? Give us a call on our Golden Number: 0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX.

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Some hot tips about curtaining

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With our shelves overflowing and those crazy specials on the go, we thought that we would give you some helpful advice on what to do with your new curtaining.

• Firstly, don’t just rush out and buy the first pretty fabric you find. Take the time to consider what you want from your curtaining. Are you looking to enhance or disguise the view? Is the room light or dark? Do you have other elements, like colour or pattern, limiting your choice? Although they may not appear it, curtains are a big deal. The have the power to shift the décor from the realm of tranquil harmony to complete and utter chaos. So, choose carefully.
• Full length curtains are always better. Shorter sill-length curtains can leave the room feeling disjointed and are a lot less dramatic than their fuller counterparts. So, even when there are additional elements fixed underneath the window, we recommend that your curtains touch the floor. Having said that there are always exceptions to every rule. We do not recommend having your curtains tumbling into your bath or kitchen sink.
• Make sure your measurements are correct. Under estimating the amount of fabric you will need can cost you more in the long run. We would even go so far as to say buy more fabric than you need. Any scraps and off cuts can always be used somewhere else in the room. Click here for a guide on how to measure fabric for your curtains.
• Hidden lead weights in the hems of your curtains will help you curtain to hang correctly and look gorgeous. You will need to hide a weight in each corner. If your curtains are comprised of more than one width of fabric, you'll need to place an additional two weights in the hem where the panels have been joined.
• Lining your curtains is always a good idea. Lining will help to protect your curtains from sun damage, prolonging their life span.
• Accessorize. If you’re going to make your curtains a feature then don’t hold back. Metallic or wooden curtain poles with eye-catching finials are a great way to shine a spotlight on your window treatment. Tiebacks are also a nice touch, letting light into a room, without you have to shovel the curtains off to one side.
• If you’re sewing your own curtains, it is a good idea to press all seams and stitches as you go. Not only will the heat set the stitches, but the flatted seams will ensure more accurate measuring on your part.
• Hang your curtain like a professional. For most of us the task of hanging curtains involves climbing a ladder and hooking the curtain on onto the runners or rings and that’s about it. But, if you’re looking to make your curtains a feature, we suggest you go the extra mile and hang your curtains as an expert would. This may seem like quite a complicated process, what with all the pegs and string, but the results speak for themselves. If you want to know what we’re talking about, keep an eye on this Blog.

If you found any of these tips particularly helpful or have any more advice to share please let us know. 

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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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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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Suit up!

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Just as there is the perfect suit for every career woman, professional man and Barney Stinson out there, there is also the perfect fabric for every tailor and every season. On that note, some rather dashing twill has just made its way onto the Fabric and Textile Warehouse shelves. This high quality weave fabric is perfect for your new autumn suits. Pop on into your local Fabric & Textile Warehouse, where you’ll not only find the fabric you need at the price you want, but also some helpful advice and plenty of inspiration.

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A special message to all blushing brides-to-be

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At Fabric and Textile Warehouse we have everything you need to make a dress to remember for a day you’ll never forget and at wholesale prices too! So, head on over to your local store today for a wide variety of beautiful bridal satins, luxurious silk chiffons and elegant stretch lace - may we suggest you choose something in blue?

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The Quick, easy, & cheap way to spruce up you shoe cupboard – our little gift to you.

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Supplies:

Three scraps of fabrics of various colours and designs

Good quality craft glue

Two buttons roughly 2cm in diameter

Two clips – the backings of an old pair of clip on earrings will do nicely

Instructions:

1. Cut the first strip of fabric into a 3.5 x 40.5cm strip, the second into a 2.5 x 40.5cm strip and the third into a circle approximately 4cm in diameter.
2. Using a running stitch, gather one long edge of strip 1 into a circle with the centre as tight as possible and knot off to make a large ruffle. Turn under the overlapping short ends and secure in place on the wrong side of the ruffle then knot off. Repeat this ends with strip 2 to make a smaller ruffle.
3. Dab a little bit of glue at the centre of the large ruffle. Centre the small ruffle over the glue (and therefore the large ruffle) and press into place. Put aside and wait for the glue to dry.
4. Cover the button using the third piece of fabric and glue into place at the centre of the small ruffle. Apply a little pressure and then set aside until the glue has dried.
5. Once dry, glue your flower to the clip and again wait for it to dry. (On reflection this is perhaps not the best activity to do on a rainy day). Voila! Your shoe clip is complete and your wardrobe rejuvenated.

For this and other fun crafty things to do with the fabric you buy at our stores click here.  
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Not too cool for school and proud of it.

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We know it’s only April, but kids grow up so fast. If ankles and belly buttons are starting to make an appearance, stop on by. We have top quality School Textiles for pants, skirts, shirts and blazers available at unbelievable prices. Our shelves are also stocked with a variety of heavy duty fabrics that would are perfect for school bags. Expand your child’s horizons with School Tex from Fabric and Textile Warehouse. 

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Who’s ready to go bowling for bunnies?

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Whilst on the hunt for something fun for Easter, we found, and were bowled over by, these little gems from The Long Thread. Once you’ve finished adding these little critters to your collection hop on over to thelongthread.com and click here to check out their bunny round up: a list of adorable and easy-to-make Easter bunnies.

Supplies:

Cotton, twill or canvas, 27.9 x 27.9cm per bunny

Contrasting fabric for ears

Fusible interfacing, 23cm

Fabric Marker

Matching thread

Embroidery hoop (12.7cm or smaller)

Embroidery thread

Embroidery needle

Polyfill or other stuffing material

Funnel

Rice, 1/2 cup per bunny

Instructions:

1. Prep the fabrics – wash, dry and press all fabric.
2. Make your bunny smile – Cut one 14cm x 27.9cm piece of fabric for each bunny you are making. Mark 22.9cm up from the bottom in the centre of the fabric and use a fabric marker to draw the face. Place the fabric in a small embroidery hoop and sew the face.
3. Snip, Snip – Cut out the paper templates. Fold over the fabric front with your bunny’s face lengthwise, aligning the bowling pin template with the bottom edge of the fabric. Be sure to place the face in the desired spot and cut out the shape. Cut the back of the bunny from the remaining fabric, cutting along the fold again. Cut the ear fronts from contrasting fabric and ear backs from solid fabric.
4. Sew bunny’s ears – Iron fusible interfacing onto the back side of the bunny ear. Place the ear pieces right side out using a blunt tool. Fold the corners over towards the contrasting fabric and sew 0.6cm from the bottom to create a crease in the ears. Press flat.
5. Sew your bunny– Place the ears upside down and rights sides facing up on the right side of the bunny back side (You may want to take another look at the diagram quickly). Fold ears and pin them in place, making sure that they are pinned out of the way of the seam allowance. Pin your bunny back to front, right sides together. With a 0.6cm seam allowance, sew along the outside edges and 2.5cm into either side along the bottom. Reinforce with an overcastting stitch, making sure all seams are secure.
6. Make pleats in bottom – Pull the fabric at the corners to form a right angle in the opposite direction of the stitching. Press flat. Mark a line 1.9cm from the tip of the seam and sew along this line. Trim off excess fabric and reinforce with an overcastting stitch.  Turn the bunny right side out.
7. Stuff bunny – Using a funnel, stuff the bunny until it is ¾ full with polyfill or other stuffing. Make sure to pack the stuffing in tightly. Using the funnel, fill the remaining space with approximately ½ cup of rice. 

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Month End Madness

The end of February means the end of the year, and for us, that means STOCK TAKE! Save us the work by buying great curtaining and upholstery fabric at the most amazing prices ever - 10% off our already rock-bottom prices for card-holders, so get your very own loyalty card today. It's free!

Call us any time on 0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX or visit us between 8 and 5, Monday to Friday, 8-1 on Saturdays, and 9:30 - 1:30 on Sundays and Public Holidays!.

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