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Colette, of Tessuti Fabrics in Sydney, regularly posts entries to her blog about what's new in store, fashion trends, pattern reviews, Tessuti creations, as well as tips and tricks about sewing. For more information on Colette and Tessuti Fabrics, visit them at http://www.tessuti.com.au
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New York Cape Pattern - NOW Available in PDF File (A4 Print At Home)

Ive finally worked out how to make this pattern available to print at home on your A4 printer! Our popular winter pattern is now available to purchase as a PDF for AUD $10.Simply purchase t...

15 h ago 1 person likes this

Pattern Review - (more) Simplicity 2444 in Arrowhead Rainbow Ponti

Here it is! Georgias new dress, its another version of pattern Simplicity 2444 made up in our striking Italian printed ponti knit Arrowhead Rainbow - Ponti (sold out). This time Georgia sewed th...

5 days ago

Pattern Review - Vogue 8299 *modified

I met up with Georgia today to photograph her latest creation and the mornings weather was going to determine what I was going to find Georgia wearing for this pattern review! If the fine sunny weath...

6 days ago

Pattern Review - Cap Sleeve Shift Dress in Overview New York Ponti Knit

Ponti knits are so hot right now, a thick double knit with just the right amount of stretch (but not too much) and weight not to cling. This wonderful knit is also ideal for patterns usually suitable...

25 may 12 1 person likes this

Adrian: Relieved

Such fun folks! Adrian had a ball searching through the suggested names. But we have a winner and this fabric shall henceforth be known as Jumping Jacks! Congratulations sampling. Please email us at ...

16 may 12

FREDDIE VEST Sewing Class @ Tessuti Melbourne - Saturday 7th July (11am-4pm)

THE MAKERS JOURNAL are two Melbourne designers producing a beautiful new collection of sassy and girly sewing patterns.  We will soon be stocking some instore and online, and to celebrate the la...

16 may 12

Vogue Pattern Sale on at Tessuti Fabrics

All Vogue Patterns are $12.00 (applies to stock in store only).Sale ends Monday 28th May

16 may 12

Some of my worst mistakes, are my best creations

I love this phrase Julie (Bernina Chatswood) used - some of my worst mistakes are my best creations when describing this top she made recently in our striped viscose/elastane jersey Black & ...

05 may 12

Featured in Shots! Real Weddings - Lawrence Geor creation.

Here are stunning *images of Rod and Michelles wedding held at the gorgeous chapel at Kincoppal Rose Bay and reception on Fort Dennison.Michelle chose talented Sydney dressmaker Lawrence Geor to crea...

04 may 12

Help Adrian

Meet Adrian, our Warehouse Manager. Amongst other roles and responsibilities, hes charged with the task of naming our fabrics. Cool job, huh? But when youve named over 100,000 fabrics over the years ...

03 may 12

Sample Roll Sale - $10 Rolls!

Were overflowing with remaindered sample rolls so for one week only, beginning tomorrow (Wed 2nd May*) EVERY store is holding a sampling roll SALE. ALL rolls (compositions and length unknown) wi...

02 may 12

Pattern Review - New Look 6010 (modified)

Lovely Georgia has just finished making this silk/cotton blend Light Fireworks blouse and its a beauty!The pattern used was New Look 6010, and as you may have noticed there have been some modificatio...

29 apr 12

Pattern Review - Gabby Dress Pattern

Heres Bella again, this time in a dress she made up at her sewing classes. The fabric she chose for this dress is our Japanese 100% Cotton He Said Ok.  This simple dress pattern is just per...

28 apr 12

Butterscotch Pudding? Meet Vintage McCalls 9347

This dress is what I like to call A Nice Save. Out of curiosity, how often do you believe a garment – mid-construction – may in all likelihood be heading towards the dark destination that is Disaster...

26 apr 12

Marina Jacquard in Vogue 8232

Libby is wearing one of my favourite cotton jacquards from our last Italian summer collection Marina Jacquard (sold out), this beautiful navy textured cotton made up beautifully in classic ...

25 apr 12

Polka Dot Sewing Boxes for Mothers Day!

 Arent these sweet? Just arrived in all Tessuti stores, lovely retro style polka dot sewing boxes! *Available in two sizes and in colours Red, Fuschia or Black.Smaller sewing box - $19.95La...

18 apr 12

Ruche Fabrics opening in Launceston, Tasmania...this Thursday!

Have you heard the news about a fabulous new fabric store opening in Launceston, Tasmania?We have been talking to Trish Hargrave for several years now, its been a dream of hers to open a fabric store...

16 apr 12

New Melbourne Sew Inn dates

Weve just released Melbourne Sew Inn dates for the second half of 2012. Here are the available dates and all bookings must be made online here:Saturday 21st July - Bring Your Own Project (with Vaness...

14 apr 12

Burdastyle 07/2011 Oversized Top in 100% Silk

Lovely Lenka has made another version of the Burdastyle 07/2011 Oversized Top, this time using Tessutis Italian digital print silk satin Round and Round for the lower front piece and Italian sil...

12 apr 12 1 person likes this

Lappi Indigo Spot Shorts - New Look 6120

Heres a cute pair of shorts my daughter Gabby finished off at the end of term in her sewing classes with Bernadette Doherty. We had the perfect weather on Good Friday, so these shorts made their debu...

11 apr 12

Pattern Review - Simplicity 3964

Am I crazy? I had second thoughts about posting this pattern review, seeing that the temperature has dropped suddenly...brrrrrr! It was literally 5 days ago that I wore this top, one sunny and perfec...

10 apr 12

Pick A ... Winner!

Thank you for all the comments regarding our March giveaway!Congratulations  Cirque Du BebeEmail me at fabrics@tessuti.com.au with your postal details and this pretty piece of silk will be on its...

03 apr 12

Sallieoh and our March giveaway!

Meet another of my all time favourite sewing bloggers... sallieoh. Ive been following (lurking about) her blog for a while, in awe of her creations and totally inspired to make a similar jacket ...

01 apr 12

Guilty.

This morning, I read an article by Amanda Hooton in The Good Weekend. Called Dark Arts (Id link to it, but alas cant find a copy online), it refers to the dangerous business of craft. It tells the ta...

30 mar 12

Sit & Sew Fabric, Pattern and Notion Clearance!

Letty Larosa at Sit and Sew - is having a big clean up SALE (CASH ONLY) at her studio/classrooms.Sat 3rd March 62 Arthur St Forestville, Sydney  (Enter from side entrance at Milham Cres)10a...

30 mar 12

rain, rain GO away!

Will this rain ever stop???Thinking of our friends in Central and Northern NSW.Image (top above) - Lisaxxx

30 mar 12

Sewing Tip: Tear-Away Vilene Shields

Want to know what Vilene shields are? If you end up with necklines, armholes and waistbands stretching whilst youre handling/sewing your garment, a very unsightly mess, read on!In sewing classes...

30 mar 12 1 person likes this

Otga Hasbold

Remember Otga? When it comes to sewing, she definitely falls into the category that is fast learner. How striking is this outfit? The top is made up in our viscose jersey and the pants (her first pai...

25 mar 12

Antheas Honey Blouse

Heres Anthea, from Mudgee wearing this lovely top she made up in The Honey Blouse pattern. The teal/pink print is a soft and drapey Japanese cotton/rayon (also in these other colourways). The fa...

25 mar 12

Bellas Designer Shorts

Meet Bella. Shes a gorgeous 15 year old and long time buddy of Gabbys, recently the two girls have started sewing together after school at Bernadettes sewing classes.Like most young gi...

25 mar 12

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