DIY lace votives

Here’s a super easy, ultra-quick and charming little project for your home from Cassie of Hi Sugarplum.

You’ll need:

Lace

Glass votive

Ribbon / bakers twine

Double-side tape or heat resistant glue for a more permanent option

Instructions:

• Attach the lace to the glass with a small piece of tape.
• Tie the ribbon or twine around the glass.
• Plop a candle into your votive, light it and enjoy.

As you well know, we adore lace in every shape and colour, which is why we have such an extensive selection available in store. Find out more when you give us a call on our GOLDEN NUMBER (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX). You can also catch a glimpse at our collections ONLINE. While you’re at it why not send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Twitter. You can also FIND US on Pinterest. 

Wedding DIY: Button table numbers

Here’s another DIY gem from Ideas that’ll help keep costs down and admiration high on your big day.

You’ll need
• colourful fabric remnants
• A4 cardboard (Something thin enough to go through your printer)
• button sets, to cover scissors
• safety pins

Instructions:

• Print the table numbers and guests’ names on the cardboard. Keep the information at the bottom of the card so that when it’s folded double there is enough space at the top for the button badge.
• Cut your fabric remnants into circles – the fabric circle must be twice the size of the top section of the button. Place the top section in the centre of the fabric circle. Fold the fabric over the serrated edge as smoothly as you can. If the fabric is too bulky to fold, work running stitches around the outer edge of the circle and pull them in over the button.
• Place the back button plate over the top section and snap the two pieces together. If it is difficult to do this with your fingers, use a pair of long-nosed pliers.
• Fold the card in half. Make a small hole through the front piece of the card, in the centre just below the fold. Insert the button shank through the hole and secure on the inside of the card with a safety pin.

Planning a wedding on budget can be a chore. That is why we’re happy to be able to supply you with high quality bridal statins, chiffons and more at amazingly low prices. Before you give us a call on our GOLDEN NUMBER (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX), why not check out our ONLINE CATALOGUE. Here you’ll find a host of fabrics perfect for your big day.

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Technically fun tutorial: light-up leather lotus flowers

This tutorial from Offbeat Bride is not only great for tech-freaks with creative flair, but is so easy to follow that even the most ungeeky amongst us will have no problem. Simply click here to discover how to create the first flower in your light-up leather lotus garden.

Before you start panicking about where to find your leather, give us a call on our Golden Number 0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX. We’ve got a wide range of the textile in stock; perfect for this and other projects. You could also click HERE and take a peek at our ONLINE CATALOGUE. That way you’ll know what you’re looking for before your give us the call.

Don’t forget to send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news from the fabric world.

Wedding DIYs: Linen Invitations

So, you’ve decided to go for the rustic, homemade feel at your wedding, but want something a little more out-of-the-box than recycled paper and wax seals. How about linen invitations?

Wait! We’re not saying that you stitch your invites, what we’re suggesting is way easier than that. We’re simply saying that you should click here. Where is here? Well, here is a radical tutorial from Offbeat Bride that’ll show you just how easy it is to print your invites on fabric of all things.

For real rustic charm, may we suggest our range of eco-friendly fabrics? Made in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner, they’ll impress your guests, without negatively impacting on the environment.

For more info on our eco-friendly and/or bridal fabrics give us a call on our Golden Number (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX). You can also send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news from the fabric world.

Great party idea and creative balloon love

Bespoke Balloonery may be an Australian based company, but we’re absolutely gaga over their “upholstered” balloons. Decorated with tulle, organza, tassles, fringes and pom poms, they certainly make a statement and would make the perfect décor to a whimsical South African wedding.

If you’re feeling a little more than inspired, pop on down to your local Fabric and Textile Warehouse. We have an awesome range of bridal fabrics available, including tulle and organza (hint, hint… nudge, nudge). Just give us a call on our GOLDEN NUMBER (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX) for more on what’s in stock and on special. You can also send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

More creative chair décor for your wedding

Here’s another gem from Wedding Chicks’ Creative Chair Décor collection: The Woven Chair.

You’ll need:

10 different ribbon types

50 yards of ribbon

3 foot ribbon strips

5 strips of each color for a total of 50 strips

23 ribbons across

27 ribbons down

Instructions:

• Working with 23 of your ribbon strips; tie them horizontally across the back of your chair.
• Now weave the 27 vertical strips down through the horizontal ribbons. After you tie these ribbons, tuck the excess between the two woven sections from the bottom.

Get everything you need for your big day without breaking your budget at Fabric and Textile Warehouse. Just give us a call on our GOLDEN NUMBER (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX) or send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and stay up to date with our latest news and specials.

Creative chair decor for your wedding

Here's another gem from the peeps at Wedding Chicks: Creative Chair Decor! All you need is a little time on your hands and a trip to our haberdashery - you'll need a full stock of ribbons for this one.

For the Ombre Chairs you'll need:

9 different ribbon types (They used nine ombre shades of ribbon ranging from 0.3cm to 1cm.)

55m of ribbon

1.2m ribbon strips

5 strips of each color for a total of 45 strips 

Simply tie the strips sideways, against the side of the chair, then rotate the ribbon so the excess is in the middle creating the fringe effect down the centre. It’s really that simple and how beautiful does it look? This is the perfect chair for the bride at her wedding or her bridal shower.

Don’t forget that you can always give us a call on our GOLDEN NUMBER (0861 322 839 | 0861 FAB TEX) or send us a FRIEND REQUEST on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and stay up to date with our latest news and specials.