Category Archives: PIONEERS

The Studio competition is in full swing, people! If you are a lover of sewing and linen, this competition is for you! Yes, absolutely you. Whether you are’ a beginner or a skilled seamstress, whether you are into re-enactment or current fashion designs, whether you are a professional upholsterer or like to make pillows for your…

We had many great’ entries for the contests we held on The Studio that it was so hard to choose when it came to the jury’s choice! A Grand Jury winner was chosen for each contest. These three talented individuals’ receive $500 in store credit for Fabrics-store.com and the beautiful’ Tiffanyâ„¢ Heart Tag Pendant from Tiffany & Co.!…

Dear friends, we are happy to announce that we are now on Pinterest and would love to connect with you. Please join us at’ www.pinterest.com/fabricsstore View our Free Tutorials at a glance and try them out- we have sorted them according to fabric weight to make it easier for you. Read back on our Interviews, catch…

Put your feet up and meet Elena Chien, whose beautifully crafted jewelry always tells a story. WORDS: Elga A tiny leaf here, some fine stitching there, and rows upon rows of little electric-blue beads on gold-banded driftwood. Fine details are Elena Chien’s cup of tea. A Los Angeles-based photographer, Chien has quite the following on…

One of my favorite things about watching a film or television series set in a historical period has to be the costumes.  I love seeing the fashion of a particular era represented on screen.   Let’s face it though- some films just do it better than others.  I’m sure we all have our favorites, and…

Today, we talk to Christine about sewing garments with linen.  Christine was a contestant in our Halloween Costume Contest.  Her sewing skills really come to life through her re-enactment garbs.  Hearing someone talk about their passion is the best way to get inspired! Hello Christine!  Please tell us a little bit about yourself and how…

 Today we are talking to Erika, the creator of  Yellow Wallpaper Handmade.  Her Etsy shop offers unique designs that use linen in creative and ways.  Maybe you will be inspired to sew something new with linen after hearing how her passion developed! Hi Erika! Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Hi!  My…

When the word linen comes to my mind I think of myself relaxing outdoors on a day off from work, decked out in a lightweight linen outfit and enjoying the sun. I can close my eyes and just feel that subtle breeze breathing through my shirt right now — Ahhhhh yes. What doesn’t come to…

The Colonial period had a particular style of dress that determined the types of garments worn.  Styles would vary depending on the occasions and temperatures.  Each Colonial citizen dressed according to their occupation, economic power, and social status.  This is similar to other historical periods, in which your status was apparent through the appearance and…

 Name: Becky Occupation: Works at the feathered arts booth at the Faire; Student. Is this your first time woking at the booth? Yes, but I’ve been coming for about 10 years now. Handmade costume?  Becky’s boss at the booth gave her the outfit she is wearing. But she says "I am working on one right…

 Name: Matt Graves, aka Mortimers Skully Occupation:  Plays with the Belles of Bedlam at the Faire.   A massage therapist outside of the Faire. How many times have you been to the Renaissance Faire? This is my fourth year. Did you make your costume? No, actually my costume was made by a friend. Does it incorportae…

This weekend we were at the Renaissance Pleasure Faire in Irwindale, California to enjoy the nice weather and have some fun.  Artisans, guilds, and troupes all gathered in this realm of merriment to show off their skills and to just have a good time.  The entertainment and music made the the mood and atmosphere even…