Category Archives: Fabric

Fabric Friday: Chalkcloth!

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

We all know the wonder that is Oilcloth. It’s been around forever right? It’s your go-to for wipe-able bags, tablecloths and placemats. But have you seen Chalkcloth? Oh friends, it’s pretty exciting. It has all the wipe-ability of Oilcloth, but …

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Fabric Friday: Vibrant Voiles

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

One of the reasons that garment sewing is making a comeback, is that fabric companies such as Free Spirit Fabrics are breaking out of their quilting cotton binds and producing apparel fabrics such as corduroy, rayon and voile. Voile, for …

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Fabric Friday: Lotta Jansdotter’s Glimma

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

We are big fans of Lotta Jansdotter, fabric designer for Windham fabrics. Her clean, Scandinavian inspired fabric designs work well in so many different projects. Her new collection Glimma, has inspired us to use it in some of our new …

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Fabric Friday: Cool Cords – not just for little bears & college professors anymore!

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

For some people, the word corduroy conjures up images of college professors or little stuffed teddy bears! Or maybe you hear the swish-swish sounds in the background! Well, corduroy has come a long way! Now available in a variety of …

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Fabric Friday: Denyse Schmidt

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

We love designer Denyse Schmidt. Her fabric collections designed for FreeSpirit are inspired by the vintage charm of some of her favorite flea market finds, and the fresh, bright palettes reflect her signature approach to color. Her combination of vintage …

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Fabric Friday: Bali Pops

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

Batiks are a fabric favorite & we love Hoffman Fabric‘s batik pre-cut strips called Bali Pops. We have used these delightful coordinates in a variety of projects including garments & purses. Here are a few designs to inspire you to …

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Fabric Friday & Giveaway: Cuddle by Shannon Fabrics

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

I love Shannon Fabrics’ tag line – Making the World a Softer Place.  Who wouldn’t love to live in a softer world? Their line of soft, luxurious fabrics – called Cuddle – are perfect for garments, blankets, throws, and so …

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Fabric Friday: Fleece

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

Fleece..it’s not just for no-sew blankets! Here are few inspiring projects that use fleece as fabric.

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Fabric Friday: Soft & Stable Polyester Foam

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

Are you looking for something soft, yet firm to use in your purse or tote pattern? Need some shape but don’t want to use something too stiff? Soft & Stable polyester foam may be just what you are looking for. …

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Fabric Friday: What’s the Word

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Indygo Junction Staff

Tell us what you think of these fun fabrics featuring fonts! I could easily see our Tablet Tote (IJ939), Composition Cover (IJ882) or Tech Pocket & Portfolio (IJ904) made up in any of these “wordy” prints!

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