1St For Fabrics Ltd

Our gorgeous Lady McElroy cotton lawn has been transformed ­¤śŹ­¤śŹ what a great job @sobabysosew
#Repost @sobabysosew with @get_repost Ńā╗Ńā╗Ńā╗ Without a doubt, this is my favourite me made to date (apart from my wedding dress obviously) I think itŌĆÖs pretty close to perfect (donŌĆÖt look too closely at the neckline ­¤ÖŖ), the fit is so so flattering ­¤śŹ and the fabric feels amazing to wear! .... I am planning the long sleeve version in a tencel twill, IŌĆÖm just not sure what colour yet- grey or khaki? Maybe both?? ­¤śé . Pattern is #soievedress from @sewoveritlondon Fabric is Lady McElroy cotton lawn from @1stforfabrics . . #sosew #sobaby #memade #madebyme #sewersofinstagram
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Some of you had a ball last week spotting your order all wrapped and ready to be packed, so I thought IŌĆÖd post todayŌĆÖs parcels of loveliness. (DonŌĆÖt worry if you canŌĆÖt see yours ... IŌĆÖm still cutting!) As IŌĆÖm folding and wrapping, I always wonder what will be created with these blank canvasses - we love it when you share your makes with us ­¤Öī­¤Å╝­¤śŹ

DIY SOS: The Big Build North Shields
We had a fantastic time working on this amazing project ! We feel truly blessed to be able to work alongside the hundreds of trades men and women, the many volunteers and the brilliant " purple shirts ", Gabby and the rest of the crew.
Special thanks to my crew, Jay Dunn, Di Anderson and Mandy Hardwick, beautiful work, as always. (1st For Fabrics Ltd)
... It was very humbling to meet Rachel, John and their beautiful daughters today, it was an absolute pleasure to help build this stunning house for them all.
It has been said many times, but I will say it again. A MASSIVE Thank you to everyone involved.­¤æÅ­¤æÅ­¤æÅ­¤æÅ­¤æÅ
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ItŌĆÖs no secret that this has been the print of the season for us, every time weŌĆÖve had a roll in it has completely sold out. WeŌĆÖre onto our last batch of this up online ... weŌĆÖve cleaned the supplier out, so once it is gone, itŌĆÖs gone! Here are just some of our talented customers (plus yours truly) showcasing some of their makes. And in case you need any further convincing, head to our Fabric 101 blog on the website to see what @mummabmakes made of working with this popular rayon challis. #memadewardrobe #sewinguk #sewcialists #ogdencami #kielowrapdress #soipennydress

Jay and Julie are heading off on an exciting top secret job today .... we canŌĆÖt say too much yet but all will be revealed soon! #wemakecurtainstooyouknow #interiordesign #softfurnishings #madetomeasure #bespoke #bespokesoftfurnishings #curtains #romanblinds #windowdressing

­¤æĆ sneak peek ­¤æĆ WeŌĆÖve had a few deliveries this morning, and we couldnŌĆÖt help but share a little preview of some gorgeous organic French Terry ­¤śŹ­¤śŹ #sewing #sewinguk #1stforfabrics #summersewing #icecreamlovers #frenchterryfabric #jerseyfabric

My eyes popped wide when I saw this stunning pillarbox red Cleo pinafore dress by the talented @calamity_loo ­¤śŹ
#Repost @calamity_loo with @get_repost Ńā╗Ńā╗Ńā╗ This weekendŌĆÖs make... the Tilly & the Buttons Cleo pinafore dress , lovely babycord fabric from #1stforfabrics #sewingqueen #tillyandthebuttons #madebymeforme

Packing and stacking Ō£é’ĖÅ­¤ō” Can you spot yours? #1stforfabrics #fabricshop #fabricshoppingonline #happypost #sewinguk

@mummabmakes is rocking our Aztec-inspired rayon challis - we love how sheŌĆÖs used the stripes vertically ­¤śŹ
#Repost @mummabmakes with @get_repost Ńā╗Ńā╗Ńā╗ It was a quick make and I luuuuurve it!!! The @truebias #ogdencami is an awesome little make for using up #fabricscraps ... Mine is made from a gorgeous #aztecprint #rayon from @1stforfabrics #sewing #sewingforme #instasew #sewistsofinstagram #imakethings #imakemyclothes #imakemyownclothes #memade #memadeeveryday #camitop #summer #summerwardrobe
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We love the selections our customers make, particularly when theyŌĆÖre as beautiful as this little haul that we packed up today ­¤śŹ I wonder what this little bundle will be transformed into? Ō£é’ĖÅ

This is exactly what we had in mind when drooling over the macaroons and petit fours on this yummy fabric. Sterling stitching as always from @chri55ie33
#Repost @chri55ie33 with @get_repost... Ńā╗Ńā╗Ńā╗ Hot off my trusty sewing machine. If youŌĆÖre a fan of @_great_british_bake_off_ then this is the perfect apron for you. This lovely cotton canvas is from @1stforfabrics as is the sky blue cotton IŌĆÖve backed it with. #sewistsofinstagram #greatbritishbakeoff #apron #patisserie #1st4fabrics #restingstitchfaceuk #sewing_my_passion
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Happy Friday! As we head into the weekend we thought weŌĆÖd share a bargain with you: We have some of our patterned fleeces reduced in the shop, so IŌĆÖve just popped them up online to share the love a little ­¤śŹ 150cm wide, reduced from ┬Ż7.95 to ┬Ż3.50 per metre, while stocks last!
... https://www.1stforfabrics.co.uk/product-c ateŌĆ”/fabric/fleece/
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ŌŁÉ’ĖÅ New ŌŁÉ’ĖÅ Orla Kiely PVC. This matt finish coated cotton is still lovely and supple - perfect for all kinds of projects from aprons and lunch bags to make-up rolls and table coverings. This will only be available in-store, but if youŌĆÖre further afield then just drop us a message and weŌĆÖll gladly post it out ­¤śŖ

Who will be watching the Great British Bake Off this year? ItŌĆÖs a firm favourite here at Fabrics HQ. Cutting this delicious ŌĆśPatisserieŌĆÖ cotton canvas for an order this morning and couldnŌĆÖt help but think it would make some fantastic aprons or kitchen accessories - only ┬Ż5 per metre too! ­¤æ®­¤ÅĮŌĆŹ­¤Ź│­¤źÉ­¤Ź░­¤ź¦­¤æ©­¤Å╗ŌĆŹ­¤Ź │ #gbbo #greatbritishbakeoff #sewinguk #1stforfabrics #fabricshop

Thanks SO much to @rachelalmost for dropping off these delicious chocs this morning ­¤śŹ they didnŌĆÖt last too long ­¤żż

Apologies if you have received duplicate emails from us regarding the completion of your online order ... we're having a little bit of tech havoc here this morning! Likewise if you have sent an email to us recently and not received a timely reply (within 48 working hours), could you kindly resend? Thanks a bunch!

Check out this super comfy looking jumpsuit by Kathleen ­¤śŹ this gorgeous jersey has just about sold out - there is a small piece left that will appear in our roll end and rems sale next week!

WeŌĆÖre loving @sewlisalife ingenious upcycling of our wrapping ribbon! Do you re-use?
#Repost @sewlisalife with @get_repost Ńā╗Ńā╗Ńā╗ Recycling! Using your ribbon to stabilise shoulders! @1stforfabrics ... #recycling #1stforfabrics #sewingagnes
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Packing up some brilliant orders this morning, including this gorgeous #ladymcelroy bundle ­¤śŹ #fabricshop #fabricshoppingonline #jerseyfabric #1stforfabrics

absolutely brilliant service! second to none! very friendly and helpful staff and package arrived quickly. on top of that it was packaged very nicely and the fabric is great quality. definitely recommend!!

Where do I start.

This is my 1st time ordering and 100% wonŌĆÖt be the last. My fabric arrived today and it was wrapped so beautifully. The smallest detail hasnŌĆÖt been missed. IŌĆÖve not even looked at the fabric I donŌĆÖt want to open it lol. I feel like IŌĆÖve received a present. I was sent a free gutterman thread to complete my project along with a beautiful note . I cant recommend 1st for fabrics highly enough. You have a brand new returning many times customer here. Thank you so much ’┐Į xx

This company is absolutely fantastic your parcel arrived wrapped its was s nice to unwrap them you also get a free reel of cotton, the delivery service is so quick and you also get a personal note the fabric s beautiful, I cant recommend them enough I will definitely be using them again

Really pleased with my first order from this company. Found the staff really helpful, the colour matching was perfect. Delivery fast and a nice touch having the free roll of thread.

Thank you x

Just received my first pot luck bag and order and I am so happy with what I got one fabric made me smile and thank you for the thread also I lovely surprise as was the hand written note can not wait to order again

Just received my first order. Fast delivery. Beautifully wrapped and gorgeous fabrics. Even a reel of thread and a little gift. Great mixed bundle of fabrics, thoughtfully chosen and mixed bag of zips with many invisible ones for clothes and others useful for bags. Really pleased with this order. Thank you so much:)

Just received my first order from 1st for fabrics! So beautifully wrapped and presented it was like I had received a present! The small details, such as handwritten notes and the wrapping and on top of that a free G├╝termann thread and a free gift make it so exciting to unwrap! This certainly wonŌĆÖt be my last order!! Thank you!

Just received my first order - WOW! Such attention to detail that you just donŌĆÖt find anywhere else...beautiful fabric beautifully wrapped and a free reel of Guttermann thread too..... thankyou so much- I will definately be making you my go to fabric store in the future ’┐Į

I've ordered from a few online shops and have had no complaints. I put my first order in with 1st for fabrics when I saw the Roald Dahl fabric, plus a couple of others fell in my basket as well as they were a great price and there was a discount so it'd be rude not too!

I got a call the following night from a lovely girl (Kayleigh?) to apologise that there wasn't as much of the striped fabric that I'd ordered left, only a metre and offered a refund or alternative. I went with an alternative as I was fine with it.

My order arrived today and wow. It's all beautifully wrapped, with a lovely note from Kayleigh and a free coordinating thread. All of the fabric is amazing (the Roald Dahl one is outstanding but they are all such great quality. I even got the piece of the original one included. Sorry for the long waffle but seriously impressed with the service and it's blown all the other online shops out of the water, they could learn a thing from you! I know where I'll be buying all my future fabric from! Thankyou x x ’┐Į’┐Į’┐Į