Whether you are a designer or a store owner, it's important to know what textile trends will reign supreme from season to season. Although it is an entire year ahead, it is already clear that Winter 2018 is going be filled with contradictions and technological advancements. From airy and athletic fabrics to recycled synthetic fibers, read on for a recap of next winter's five most prominent trends!
- Natural Fibers and Textures with a Handmade Touch
As the warmer months of summer give way to chillier autumn and winter days, cozy knits will begin to take centre stage. Unlike the more complex and intricate designs of seasons past, knits next winter will have an artisanal, handmade feel. Think chunky yarns composed of natural fibers, earthy tones, and simple stitches that evoke images of the sweaters your granny used to knit.
Product Picks
128503 - 30 Gifts in 30 Days - Create 30 Fun & Fresh Gift Ideas for the Special People in Your Life
Simply crochet a design a day and you will have a gift ready for any occasion!
This book includes simple projects that can be made in a day or less. This gorgeous collection of designs include hats, scarves, booties, coasters, dishcloths, coin purses, baskets, afghans, a pillowcase and more! It's sure to be your go-to book for quick gifts!
800373 - Natural Yarn Dispenser
This beautifully crafted handy knitting accessory is designed to keep your yarn devoid of any tangles while ensuring the yarn ball stays perfectly adjusted while it is being pulled. Knots and frayed yarn are now a thing of the past!
- Made of natural birch wood.
- Fitted with ball bearing that helps the shaft rotate smoothly.
- Rubber pads fitted at the base in order to ensure proper contact with the table surface.
How to Use:
- Screw the wooden shaft to the round base in order to make the product ready for use.
- Slide down the ball of yarn on the shaft and start working on your project as the shaft starts to rotate.
- The shaft will continue to rotate smoothly while you knit or crochet.
3684 - Clover Takumi Interchangeable Tunisian Crochet Hook Combo Set (Gift Set)
Light in weight with a warm natural touch, bamboo is the ideal material for crochet hooks. Clover chooses only the finest bamboo to manufacture its crochet hooks with accurate specifications.
- Each crochet hook is polished for smoothness. In Japanese “TAKUMI” means “craftsmanship”.
- The seamless joint between parts is smooth and even, allowing for easy and effortless crochet.
- The Combo set includes every size of the Bamboo Interchangeable Tunisian Crochet Hooks [sizes E (3.5mm) to L (8mm)], five cord sizes and 5 cord stoppers.
2. Lightweight Technical Fabrics
Athletic-inspired details and technical fabrics are continuing to grow in popularity as technology develops. Pretty isn't enough anymore - textiles have to perform. Light as air fabrics with technical features ( waterproof finishes, cooling features, high-stretch capabilities, breathability, odour resistance) are the name of the game as the public demands textiles that meet the physical requirements of a fast-paced life, while still remaining light, comfy and stylish.
B705HSC-A - Beissel Assorted Stretch Needles
Needles with ball point and specially shaped Scarf design ensure skip-free stitches.
Fabric use: Suitable for sewing elasticized fabrics such as spandex, active knit wear, Gymnastic knits and swim wear.
929585 - Repair Set Nylon, 5 pieces, Yellow
Great for mending sportswear, anoraks, umbrellas, rain-wear, travel bags, camping items and lots more!
- Self-Adhesive Repair Set
- NYLON
- 5 Count
- Different shapes and sizes included.
SUP209-APPLE - Lightweight Mesh Fabric, 18" X 54", Apple Green
Perfect for pockets on bags or anywhere you want to be able to see what you are storing, the mesh also works great in various garment applications and utility needs. To help you sew, the mesh is specially coated to be less slippery and easy to work with, while still being soft and pliable. Finish the edges with a simple binding using your favorite fabric or try our extra-easy-to-use fold-over elastic to provide extra stretch.
- Washer and dryer safe.
- May be pressed on medium heat.
- 100% polyester
3. Performance Denim
Denim was once considered to be a very durable work fabric, used for jobs that required a lot of strenuous physical labour. Now it is safe to say that many of us live in our jeans, and denim has evolved from being an industrial fabric to a wardrobe mainstay. Denim continues to evolve in order to be able to compliment every arena of our lives. Performance denim is breathable, stretches like yoga pants, and wicks away moisture (at the bare minimum), ensuring that its wearer can bike to work, stretch it out in yoga and then meet with friends at a restaurant, all without skipping a beat!
Product Picks
DZ55285 - Self-Stick Patches, No Ironing Needed, Assorted Denim and Twill Patches, 8 Pieces
Dritz® self-stick patches are ideal for making temporary DIY clothing or fabric repairs, or to create fun and decorative stick on shapes for kids’ clothing and gear.
- Use to temporarily fix a tear, hole or worn area.
- Use with templates or stencils to cut temporary patterns and shapes for kids’ clothing, bags, playtime wear and costumes.
- Easy stick-on application requires no ironing or sewing.
- Package contains 8 patches total: 2 patches size 5” x 5” and 6 patches size 2” x 3”.
- Multi-pack includes assorted denim, twill black, twill navy and twill khaki patches.
B705HJC-80 - Beissel Size 80 Denim/Jeans, 5 Count
Needles with unique spear point, penetrates light fabrics without pushing the fabric down into the stitch plate hole.
Fabric use: Suitable for sewing denim, canvas, multiple layers of fabrics, and for other densely woven fabrics.
851104B - Cotton Denim Fabric, 100 Sheets Package
100% Washable. Perfect for: Quilts, Book & Photo Album Covers, Costumes, Doll Clothes, Scrapbooks, Decorations, Flags & Banners, Pillows, Shoes and more.
4. Hyper-realistic Graphics & Printed Yarns
A stark contrast to the subdued tones and textured natural fabrics that will also be prevalent next winter, bold fluorescent hues, abstract graphics and ultra-realistic prints will also see a surge in popularity. Andy Warhol-esque portraits and quirky motifs inspired by household objects are just a few examples of next winter's hottest prints!
688511T - Rock Solid: 13 Stunning Quilts Made with Kona Cottons by Karen M. Burns
Tired of using the same old bag of tricks when it comes to quilting? You can replenish your quilting style instantly by simply changing the colour combinations you use! In this inspiring book Kareb Burns shows you the versatile and affordable way to do it. This new collection of bright and simple-to-stitch designs shines with colorful Kona Cottons! Re-creating each quilt is a snap, thanks to comprehensive color keys and color names included with each pattern.
FXINK300 - Ink Station Classics Assortment 12 Inks
FXINK300 includes following colours:
- 11 - Lemon Yellow
- 12 - Tangerine
- 14 - Poppy Red
- 15 - Cherry Pink
- 16 - Peony Purple
- 18 - Ultramarine
- 19 - Cerulean Blue
- 21 - Emerald Green
- 22 - Spring Green
- 54 - Chocolate
- 63 - Forest Green
- 80 - White Blender
TSUKINEKO ALL PURPOSE INK WORKSTATION
- 12 All Purpose Ink Colours,
- 12 pieces Fantastix (Colouring Tool) Brush-Tipped & 12 pieces Fantastix (Colouring Tool) Bullet-Tipped.
- 10.125" W x 5.5"D x 4.25"H
- BONUS Instructional DVD included.
TP28976 - Tulip Fabric Markers: Permanent Fabric Markers, 20pc
Draw, doodle and color your way to ultra vibrant works of art with Tulip® Fabric Markers®!
Packed with rich, intense pigments, you can always count on these Fabric Markers for true color that lasts. All inks are nontoxic and machine washable, and do not require heat setting for permanence. Let dry 24 hours. Markers work on most fabrics. Best on white and light-colored fabric.Resist fading from washing to washing.
5. Recycled Fabrics & Fibers
It's pretty difficult to live in the year 2017 and not be aware of one's impact on the environment and how everything from the food we eat to the clothing we wear affects it. Technologies are continuously being developed to reduce the textile industry's waste, carbon emissions, and water usage, and the recycling of fabrics (both natural and synthetic) is just one more step towards a cleaner, healthier planet. Let's all hope that one-day recycled fabrics aren't a trend but are instead the norm!
Little Fixes is a step-by-step guide to refashioning children's clothes in sizes ranging from toddler to teen, without sacrificing style!
Each of the 54 tutorials includes simple restyling instructions and helpful photographs. With some basic sewing skills and a little imagination, you'll soon find yourself having fun reviving any garment. Your kids - and your wallet - will thank you!
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