From Our Fabrics to Your Door: Understanding Duties, Tariffs & DDP Shipping

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Have your eye on a beautiful fabric but wondering what it’s actually going to cost once it lands at your door? Maybe you’ve asked yourself if duties will pop up at delivery, or what “country...

A Message from Heather: Important US Shipping Changes - We're here to help you through this

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Dear customer, I'm reaching out personally because there are some significant changes happening that will affect your orders with us, and to let you know how we're working to support you through this transition. As...

Giving Textiles a Second Life: My Journey with Deadstock

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As a designer, I’ve always had a soft spot for deadstock fabric. From the very beginning of my career in 2007, I found joy in creating collections from leftover or recovered textiles — a unique...

Turning Agricultural Waste into Sustainable Fabric with Véloise

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I first met Julien Tougeron, president of Véloise, and his partner Ruiqun Li at Première Vision Montréal in April 2025 — a major industry event for textile and fashion professionals. As I wandered among booths...

Sustainable Fashion in Action with Vestechpro

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As a designer who has spent years creating and producing clothing locally, I’ve encountered countless challenges in fashion production. Along the way, one name kept coming up: Vestechpro. From conversations with fellow designers to research...

10 Common Fabric Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

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Sewing is a joy… until your dreamy dress shrinks, your blouse droops, or your seams go rogue. But don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Whether you’re a seasoned sewist or just getting started, a little...

Suns Out, Sleeves Off: Hack Your Core Brise Dress into a Sleeveless Wonder!

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Hey friends! ☀️ If you’ve been eyeing our Brise Knit Dress pattern (psst… it’s totally FREE to download on our blog!), we’ve got a fun little hack to help you get even more out of...

Fabrics Made in Canada: Meet The Core Knit Collection

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Say hello to the Core Knit collection—a lineup of soft, comfy, and oh-so-versatile knit fabrics made in Canada. Whether you're dreaming up everyday staples or snuggly loungewear, these locally made knits are here to bring your...

Choosing Cotton Fabric for Your Sewing Project

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If you’re on the hunt for a fabric that’s easy to work with, versatile, and oh-so-comfortable, cotton might become your new best friend. Cotton fabric is perfect for both beginners and seasoned sewists, offering a...