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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
Christmas 2021 Collection
Christmas is well and truly on it’s way and we’re very much embracing the festive period with our 2021 Christmas Collection. We’ve chosen a variety
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.
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
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
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
Pattern Weights – what do you use?
Pattern weights are a lifesaver for sewing. They weigh the pattern down allowing you to trace or cut around it without it shifting or using
Tidy Spaces – Fabric Storage & Machine Set Ups
Having an organised and tidy sewing space has many benefits. It’s much easier to find things in an organised environment, your fabrics will stay in
Which Sewing Thread To Use – The right thread for the job
Knowing which sewing thread to use can be a minefield of information so we have put together this handy guide to make choosing the thread
Caboodle Textiles Fabric Guide
Caboodle Textiles Fabric Guide A helpful summary of fabrics and their uses, a useful fabric guide to use as a reference for all of your
Smooth things over – Best irons and how to maintain them
Whether you love or loathe ironing, in sewing it is a must have to get that professional finish. A good iron can be the difference between perfectly crisp hems and a wrinkled mess despite ages of pressing. Knowing what is the best iron for sewing can be a minefield so we’ve put together a selection of recommendations plus top tips to look out for when on the hunt for a new iron.
Scissors or Rotary Cutter – the debate goes on…
So many people have a strong preference to using either scissors or a rotary cutter. Others have only ever tried one type and are cautious
A Light On The Situation – Crafting Lamps
Having the right type of light when crafting can make all the difference to the enjoyment and ease of your craft time. Low light, the
Do your tools measure up?
Everyone knows the phrase “Measure Twice Cut Once” and it’s especially true in sewing. Having the right tool for the job helps with this task,
Desk Tidy Tips & DIY Thread Catchers
Having a tidy sewing station makes for a much more pleasant sewing experience as you can easily find everything and you’re not overrun with scraps
Caboodle Textiles Needle Guide
The quality of your sewing can be very dependent on the size, style and features of the needle you choose. If the wrong needle is
Don’t break your back – sewing posture help
When sewing it is vitally important to have the correct sewing posture. Sitting improperly can cause back, neck and shoulder issues. We’ve put together a
Sewing Machine Types and Uses
Knowing the different between sewing machine types and their uses can be a headache as there are many different types. Knowing what you want to
Sewing Basics
Learning to sew is always an exciting time but it can be quite overwhelming to figure out all the things you need to know along
Sustainable Sewing
Sustainable sewing is better for yourself, better for the environment and produces better garments. We all know the world is in crisis, climate change is
Christmas 2020 Fabric Collection
Christmas is well and truly on it’s way and we’re very much embracing the festive period with our 2020 Christmas Collection. We’ve chosen a variety
Caboodle’s Top 10 Sewing Hacks & Tips
Sewing is a joy but everybody has an aspect of sewing they wish would be a little bit easier, whether it’s attaching cuffs, hemming, maintenance,
How To Sew A Capsule Wardrobe
Here at Caboodle Textiles we’re big fans of the capsule wardrobe. A capsule wardrobe is a collection of around 30 pieces of clothing that can
Backing Bibs, Wipes and More – What fabric to choose ?
We get asked all the time for recommendations for fabrics for reusable goods. Here we will give you a quick guide to our different options
Sewing With Scraps
We all know that with any sewing project you will get left with scraps, and from an environmental perspective as well as a value for
How To Attach Cuffs Sewing Tutorial
How To Attach Cuffs Sewing Tutorial Following on from our neckband tutorial, we thought it’d be useful to make a cuffs tutorial too. We have
Sewing To Sell – A Guide To Starting A Sewing Business
Sewing To Sell – A Guide To Starting A Sewing Business Recently in our Facebook group we’ve had lots of questions about turning a sewing
Solid & Ribbing Colour Matching
Solid & Ribbing Colour Matching Here at Caboodle Textiles we know what it’s like when you find the perfect print but aren’t sure what solids
How to attach a neckband sewing tutorial
How to attach a neckband sewing tutorial Today we bring you a fantastic video to help you learn how to attach a neckband. You can
New White Net Wash Tests
We’re very excited to stock some brand new white netting and black netting This breathable light weight fabric is great for making laundry bags, shopping
What is the difference between Teddy and Sherpa?
What is the difference between Teddy and Sherpa? We often get asked what the differences are between the two. It’s hard to tell from a
Our Environmental Policy
At Caboodle Textiles we aim to ensure that every aspect of our activities is conducted in accordance with good environmental practices.
Your consumer spending power can change the world
Your consumer spending power can change the world It may feel like the clothes you make have no influence on the big sellers in the
New Customisation for Gift Vouchers
New Customisation for Gift Vouchers With a fresh look across many areas of Caboodle its time to introduce you to the latest feature. We’ve given
How to know your fabric has enough stretch for your pattern
How to know if your fabric has enough stretch for your pattern. Sometimes a pattern can specify the amount of stretch required to make the
What you should know about sewing jersey
Sewing with Jersey fabrics isn’t as hard as you believe. Fortunately, Jersey fabric is simple to take care of and keep looking great. If you’re using a Jersey fabric you don’t actually need to hem at all as the fabric doesn’t fray so you can give basic patterns a try without worrying about finishing touches.
Christmas Stocking Sewing Tutorial
Christmas Stocking Sewing Tutorial This awesome Christmas stocking tutorial is a beginner pattern for people new to sewing, or those who want something easy to