Learn how to sew with chiffon without the stress. Our beginner-friendly guide covers tools, tips, stitching techniques, and hemming tricks for this floaty, sheer fabric. Blog Tags: chiffon sewing tips, sewing with delicate fabric…

New to sewing? Discover how to buy fabric online with confidence. Learn about fabric weights, swatches, matching patterns, and more with Croft Mill’s expert guide.

Whether you're a longtime Croft Mill customer or you've just found us, welcome! We know many of you are diving into your next dressmaking project, so we’ve put together this guide to help you choose the perfect fabric, answer some of your…

There’s something deeply satisfying about sewing a garment that you know will stand the test of time. Whether it’s a tailored jacket, a sharp pair of trousers, or a statement coat, a well-made piece from quality wool suiting fabric becomes…

Me-Made May is all about celebrating the clothes you’ve sewn, taking pride in wearing them, and maybe giving yourself a gentle nudge to make more. Whether you’re joining in properly or just dipping a toe into the idea, it’s a brilliant excuse…

With The Great British Sewing Bee back on our screens, it’s hard not to feel inspired. Each week brings new challenges, clever pattern hacks, and the kind of joyful sewing energy that makes you want to dig into your stash or treat yourself to a…

There’s something about satin that instantly elevates a garment. With its smooth surface, signature sheen, and fluid drape, satin fabric is the ultimate choice for creating show-stopping occasionwear

Sewing doesn’t always have to mean hours of work, complicated instructions, or perfect precision. Sometimes, the most satisfying projects are the simple ones, the pieces that come together easily, spark your creativity and leave you with something…

If you’re like us, the Sewing Bee isn’t just a show, it’s a source of inspiration and motivation. So before the next wave of challenges, transformations and drama begins, let’s revisit three memorable garments from last year’s season… and…

There’s something so comforting, so quietly joyful about The Great British Sewing Bee. Maybe it’s the gentle hum of sewing machines, the rustle of fabric, or the way it makes you want to drop everything and start cutting into your favourite print…