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20th December 2019

5 girl dresses to shine these holidays: patterns with step-by-step instructions

We present 5 girl dresses to shine at family meetings during Christmas parties. Morning walks, snacks in that special cafe to eat a warm drink, dinner at grandparents’ house. Special days where the important thing is not what but with whom. And also days to get ready and wear our best clothes. Girls and their dresses these days are a must, but without losing comfort so they can enjoy freely. We have selected 5 sewing patterns of dresses with various combinations of fabrics for all tastes. 5 girl dresses to shine these holidays Poplin dresses Our favorite dress is the…

12th December 2019

Your sewing projects with winter fabrics: Get inspired with our Creative room VI

It´s almost Christmas time, we are very excited to show you what you have sewn this last quarter of the year with the winter fabrics of the Fall / Winter 2019/2020 collection. And that’s why today we present you the Creative room VI, where you can see a selection of sewing projects that will have sewn in recent months. Soft and warm fabrics accompanied by sewing patterns according to this new autumn-winter season. Many sweatshirts, pants and raincoats accompanied by a wide variety of bags, cushions and accessories. Without forgetting the precious projects for babies . Projects with winter fabrics…

8th November 2019

Sewers, knitters and crocheters, take note of our new duffle bag, backpack and mini yarn holder bag patterns

Backpacks, handbags, bum bags, duffle bags, sewing boxes, toiletry bags, mini yarn holder bag…. we could go on forever and beyond. It goes without saying that we love accessories. Even more so if they have something to do with sewing, knitting or crocheting. As a result, we have added 3 more patterns to our collection this season. Moreover, we are showcasing our new fabric Waterproof which we combine with knitted sections made from our yarns. We know only too well that our passion for handicrafts inspires us to mix different techniques together. Fabrics and yarns go hand in hand when…

1st November 2019

Pyjamas for boys and girls! Make the most of multiple jersey fabric options using the same pattern

Most moms and dads would agree that kid’s pyjamas are one of the garments that get worn most during the winter months. True? Kids prefer to stay home and play indoors when it’s cold and rainy outside. Or curl up on the sofa watching a film and eating popcorn. Therefore, we wanted to include this basic in our sewing pattern range for the new Autumn-Winter collection. It is a two piece pattern with a T-shirt and pants with cuffs. Sizes range from 5 – 12 years. And the sewing level is intermediate. Pyjamas for kids We recommend using jersey knit…

18th October 2019

6 new baby accessory patterns: Sew your own Maclaren buggy, Maxi-Cosi or Stokke chair covers

For the new Autumn Winter season we have introduced a series of very practical and original baby accessories. How do you make a Maclaren buggy cover? Actually, it is very easy. Just follow the step by step instructions in our sewing patterns. Typically, baby accessories tend to stain easily. Hence, you can now sew your own with your favourite fabrics and prints. Jersey is an ideal choice. It is both soft and flexible, and adapts phenomenally to the curves and forms of different accessories. In addition, another suitable fabric is waterproof. This water resistant option is easy to wipe down…

26th July 2019

7 amusing animal print fabrics to sew with

We love animal print fabrics and so do the kids. In fact, we wanted to include this amusing and cheerful genre on many of our fabrics right from our first collection. As a result we’ve been accompanied by lions, surikatas, penguins, polar bears, birds, fish and many more. You can combine these prints with solid colour garments, or try an overall look for a more daring approach. Moreover, they offer a different way of adding an animal touch to our handmade wardrobe. 7 amusing animal print fabrics to sew with For the spring / summer 2019 collection we have added…

12th July 2019

7 dresses, outfit and accessory patterns to sew in our most suitable fabric for summer: poplin

Now that the summer is here you probably want to be outdoors and make the most of the moment! But also to dedicate some time to your favourite hobby, true? Dresses, baby outfits and a basket set: Three ideal projects to stand out from the crowd at the beach, swimming pool or on your favourite terrace this summer. This season we have 25 new 100% cotton poplin fabrics which also carry the STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certification. Furthermore, these are cheerful and a lot of fun. You’ll find monkeys, koalas, hippopotamuses, cats, birds and a lot of Mother Nature in…

21st June 2019

Rompers, bodysuits, onesies, baby dungarees. 4 essential items of baby clothing for this Summer

It’s getting warmer and the little ones of the house also want to enjoy summer, feel free and keep cool. With this in mind, the star garments for their first months of life have lots of different names: rompers, onesies, dungarees, snowsuits, leggings with feet, christening gowns, bloomers, bodysuits and rompers. In fact, a whole world to discover if you are a first time mum. When you need to choose the most suitable garments for your baby you basically need to have two things in mind: comfort and functionality. To ensure that your baby has the freedom of movement it…

14th June 2019

Maternity and sewing: a tandem that awakens your most creative side. Lidia tells us her story

Hello, my name is Lidia and I’m a mother with two kids aged 2 and 5 years old. I live in a village near Barcelona and I love to travel, cook, read, sew and all things DIY in general. I’m a special education teacher. I love my job, and although I haven’t got a lot of free time, sewing and knitting are my therapy. I need this space, those five minutes of sewing or knitting with the background music on and nothing else to distract me. These moments give me the peace and energy I need to continue with my…

7th June 2019

Your sewing projects: Get inspired with our Creative room V

Here at Katia Fabrics there is a lot of excitement. We have already launched our third collection and every day there are more and more people who want to sew. In fact, on social networks we find new sewing projects made with our fabrics and sewing patterns every day. There is a lot of creativity out there, and it takes shape thanks to these special fabrics, a sewing machine and your personal touch. We present Creative room V, a platform where you can check out a selection of the sewing projects you have made over the past few months. You…

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