Craft Focus - Jun/Jul (Issue 67)

craft focus 89 fabrics raw materials Take a look at this summer’s newest fabric designs FULL COLOUR Jacquard Products has been manufacturing fabric art materials for professional artists, craftspeople, children and hobbyists for more than 35 years. Its Procion MX Dye allows users to produce colourful, creative fabrics with ease, and is a cold water product that does not require heat to work. This means it is perfect for a number of techniques including shibori, ice dyeing, bucket dyeing, printing, direct painting and other applications. Procion MX forms a strong bond with plant-based materials, and is ideal for repeat-wash garments. The range of 43 concentrated dye powder colours is available in jar sizes to suit everything from a one-off project to a full production run. It’s distributed in the UK by Art Van Go. +44 (0)1438 814 946 jacquardproducts.com TURNING JAPANESE This autumn, Visage Textiles will be bringing out its second collaboration with talented fabric designer, Stuart Hillard. Following on from the popular Sewing Bumble Bee line, the new collection, Kimono, will feature Japanese-inspired prints. Produced in Korea using the highest standard of quilting cotton, the materials will be available in pre-cut and by-the-metre options. Customers that order the entire range will receive an exclusive flash drive with makes created by Stuart. Visage will also be releasing a selection of Kimono prints on a mix of jersey, cotton and elastane, perfect for dress projects. +44 (0)161 832 2213 visagetextiles.com WEDDING FEVER Leading producer, Michael’s Bridal Fabrics, has introduced a number of new products, including all-over lattice designs in two different sizes, with and without sequins. In addition, one of the firm’s latest colours – shell pink – has been extended to plain crepe, as well as additional lace designs. The company also offers French laces that can be dyed to any colour with very small minimums. There’s currently a strong demand for laser cut 3D embroideries, with and without beads. Furthermore, some of the 3D sections are enhanced with digital prints. Large pattern repeats are popular in bridal fabrics at the moment, and need to be seen in large pieces to fully appreciate the effect. +44 (0)1322 380 480 michaelsbridalfabrics.co.uk