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Free Online Sewing Course for Beginners: Learn to Sew with Panels Ready to Cut and Sew

Panel of laundry bags Rugby

Learning to sew online is a great alternative in this new digital world, where lack of time makes it difficult for us to go in person to schools or shop workshops to learn to sew. Create unique and special garments and the best of everything made by you. For this reason, and many other reasons, we want to bring sewing to your home, wherever you are. We want to share with you our passion for fabrics so that you enjoy them as much as we do. Because creating something yourself brings happiness and calm throughout the creation process. We want…

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How to make a boho style macramé curtain: follow the complete tutorial by @buyi.macrameart

How to make a macramé curtain

Macramé curtains are back with a bang as a vintage and Bohemian-inspired décor idea for the home. Without a doubt, they are a practical element, since they can work beyond windows. For example, they can be used as curtains for doors or to divide spaces within the home:  terraces, bedrooms, kitchens, etc. Do you want to learn how to make a macramé curtain? Follow the tutorial by @buyi.macrameart, a real Macramé Lover, with full step-by-step instructions, and learn how to make the Bianca curtain. Feel the joy of tying each knot with your own hands. María Eugenia from BUYI Macramé…

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Meet the line of ecological and sustainable fabrics: Katia Fabrics respectful with the Environment

viyella organic cotton

7 are the new ecological and sustainable fabrics that we have included in our catalog of fabrics in this new autumn-winter season. New key fabrics to create your own sustainable fashion: more quality, ecologically responsible materials, recycled, upcycling … Quality, creativity, and sustainability! Do you keep these three words in mind when ordering fabrics? Within the crafted community, there is a growing interest in knowing the origin of the fibers with which each fabric is made, something that at Katia Fabrics we have very much in mind. If you are also on the path of buying fewer clothes and moving…

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How to make macramé sandals: video tutorial and 12-step instructions by @knittingtheskyline

How to make macramé sandals

If you’re already wearing your new cross-body macramé bag thanks to the latest video tutorial and free pattern by @knittingtheskyline, ¡surprise! We suggest completing your summery look with some macramé espadrilles handmade by you. You just need the yarn leftover from the 2 bobbins of Macramé Cord Fine you used to make your fringed macramé bag. We want to help you make the most of your 2 bobbins of 100% recycled thin cord. Do you want to learn how to make macramé sandals with your own two hands? Follow the full video and 12-step instructions to wear macramé espadrilles this…

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Learn how to sew a children’s backpack for back to school with the polar bear bag panel

Kid's polar bear backpack panel

We continue preparing for the return to school, this time with a children’s backpack with a more winter print in blue tones and a polar bear as the protagonist. A very easy project to do with our Polar bear bag panel and the step-by-step sewing video tutorial that Marian has created for us. The backpack is a perfect size for the nursery or toddler. With a drawstring closure and a flap. Have fun preparing a 100% handmade back to school for your little one. Children’s backpack for back to school 🐻‍❄️ Take note of the list of materials and tools…

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Participate in #MyHexagonDesign and win 20 balls to make the customizable Hexagon Blanket by @dendennis

Hexagon Blanket

If you are looking for a crochet blanket with a modern design, that is customizable and easy to make, today is your lucky day! Also, it’s a double win… Why? Well, on the one hand, we share the Hexagon Blanket pattern designed by @dendennis for free with Premium Designers. As you know, for the last 5 years, we support independent designers through this space dedicated to exclusive knitting and crochet designs. And, on the other hand, because you have the opportunity to win 20 balls of Katia Alabama (among other surprises). Surprise! Only if you participate in the #MyHexagonDesign competition…

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Discover Ecovero: 100% natural and ecological viscose from sustainable wood and cellulose

Ecovero 100% viscose

Ecovero: a fantastic new fabric has crept into our fall-winter catalog. 100% Viscose Ecovero, a natural fabric that has the EU eco-label. Its fibers are obtained from sustainable wood and cellulose, from certified and controlled sources. Soft fabric with a spectacular drape, perfect for sewing dresses and blouses. You can choose between 4 unique prints in earth and pastel tones. With flowers, dancers, or girls reading as protagonists. A very special fabric that you will fall in love with as soon as you try it, easy to sew and wonderful to the touch. Ecovero: 100% natural and ecological viscose Thanks…

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Learn to sew a dinosaur backpack with a Katia Fabrics panel and make a matching crochet Dino Hat

sew a dinosaur backpack

Back to school, hatchlings! If at home you are fascinated by dinosaurs, save this post in your Favorites or on your Pinterest board. Here are two back-to-school projects for the coolest accessories. On the one hand, our sewing video tutorial teaches you how to turn a Dinosaur Bag panel into a dinosaur backpack. And, on the other hand, here is a free Dino Hat crochet pattern created by Gallimelmas with Katia Alabama. Surprise the youngest members of the family with a hat and backpack set with a fun dinosaur design.  Dinosaur backpack video tutorial  Take note of the materials needed and follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the video. We show you how to make…

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New Katia Fabrics collection: miniME Autumn / Winter 2021-2022

viscose ecovero

The Katia Fabrics miniME Fall / Winter 2021-2022 collection is here. A collection full of new fabrics: ecological such as ECOVERO, made with recycled materials such as RECYCLED BRUSHED JERSEY or VIYELLA TARTÁN and with soft and unique textures such as SOFT FRECH TERRY or KNIT CORDURY.  20 collections for all tastes, with varied patterns: detective dogs, camping in the woods, rugby team, the tooth fairy, dancers, music lovers, explorers dragons, reading, dinosaurs, flowers, and prints for seamstresses. We want you to experiment with different fabrics such as corduroy, VICHY muslin, or the soft Multi-stripes jersey. And may you enjoy…

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Summer Comfort giveaway, video tutorial and free pattern by MissDIY to make a convertible crochet bikini-swimsuit

crochet bikini-swimsuit

Without a doubt, crochet bikinis are one of the star projects this summer. If you were thinking of making your own, you’ve found the perfect post to learn how to make a crochet bikini. And if you like swimsuits better, this is also for you! Because Ester from MissDIY shows you how to easily transform a bikini into a crochet swimsuit. Do you fancy wearing a swimsuit 100% handmade by you on your holidays? Download the free pattern for the Kala Bikini-Swimsuit available as a PDF at katia.com and follow the video tutorial. You just need 4 balls of Katia…

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