Open Days at Caboodle

A lady holds a stack of brightly coloured fabrics

Caboodle Textiles welcomes customers to shop in person. Take time to browse and feel the fabric. We are located between Mansfield and Chesterfield.Easy access from the M1.Free parking Full address for our Open Day:Caboodle TextilesUnit H2F. Mill 3Pleasley Vale Business park.Outgang Lane.MansfieldNG19 8RL Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/KGFVcaEkNufRsEBx6 Once you turn off the main road its a […]

New for Spring 2024

Praise your organisation skills and get sewing now for the return of Spring.
95% cotton, 5% elastane, 210gsm jersey fabric printed by Caboodle Textiles.

What’s the difference between a standard sewing machine and an overlocker?

What’s the difference between a standard sewing machine and an overlocker? A sewing machine and an overlocker (also known as a serger) are two different types of machines used for sewing and finishing fabrics. While they share some similarities, they have distinct differences in terms of their functions, features, and capabilities. A sewing machine is […]

The benefits of learning to Sew

Learning to sew has a variety of benefits, including practical and creative advantages. Here are just a few reasons why you should consider learning to sew or if you can already sew, why you should consider passing on your skills to your children: Overall, learning to sew is a practical and rewarding skill that can […]

Sewing for Spring

We all know that when spring arrives, and boy has it taken its time coming this year, we love to have a clear out of the old and think about freshening up our lives and our wardrobes. So with the sounds of my son bouncing around in the garden I have been thinking about what’s […]

Why does this fabric feel different?

“I’ve bought two lots of 95/5 cotton jersey but they don’t feel the same.” Why does this happen? What most people assume is that the composition of fibres IE 95% Cotton and 5% elastane (lycra or spandex)  means those fibres will be exactly the same but it’s not the case. The fibres themselves may vary in […]

Caboodle Textiles Points System

We love to help you save money here at Caboodle Textiles. We have a variety of ways for you to get the most fabric for your money including our bulk buys, bolt discounts and our points system. You can earn points on every order with Caboodle Textiles and then redeem the points on future orders. […]

Christmas Collection

Christmas 2021 Collection

Christmas is well and truly on it’s way and we’re very much embracing the festive period with our Christmas Collection. We’ve chosen a variety of fabrics to suit a wide range of garments and styles. Winter Bears – reprinted on organic jersey for 2023! Our Caboodle Exclusive Winter Bears French Terry was popular year on […]

Prewashing Fabric Tips

Prewashing Fabric Tips

To prewash or not to prewash, that is the question. Prewashing is a very hotly debated topic and many people have strong opinions either way. We decided to put together this blog to help you decide what is the right option for you. Why Prewash? Prewashing fabric is important because during the manufacturing process the […]

Upcycling and Refashioning

Upcycling and Refashioning

Upcycling is a fantastic way to extend the life of your clothes by altering, repairing or refashioning them into something else. We’re a huge fan of upcycling here at Caboodle Textiles HQ, we believe in slow fashion and that means making the things we have last and loved for longer. This blog is a plethora […]

Sewing Across The Seasons

Sewing with the seasons in mind is a fantastic way to maximise your sewing time, be more sustainable, make your garments last longer and enjoyed all year round. By using appropriate fabrics, layering, altering and sewing clever designs your makes can be appreciated no matter what the weather. In this blog post we break down […]

Kids First Sewing Projects

Teaching your children to sew and sharing your beloved hobby with them is a very rewarding endeavour. You will want to begin with a simple project that is quick to complete to encourage their interest in sewing. Beginning with a project too big or too complicated could lead to frustration and wanting to give up […]