Fabric Fanatics - must visit for every fabric fanatic!

I am a Fabric Fanatic for sure. i love hoarding fabrics and after having moved to KL, i had left behind my huge stash of fabrics back home in chennai. I did ship part of them, but not in full as i do not have enough space here in the condo where i live currently. Hmm now i need more fabrics to keep me going and to get started on kids friendly products. 

Hence, fabric hunting has always been on the top of my mind, whenever I had been shopping, irrespective of the place I shop, yeah right it was there when I was doing my on they grocery shopping in a department store which had a floor dedicated to textiles, i did search but in vain!

I did find lot of interesting and nice fabric at those numerous stores in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, but those quirky , kid friendly fabrics in cotton and laminated ones were still missing... And then one fine day last week, during one of my endless google searches I landed on a treasure chest of what else fabrics... I landed on the website of "Fabric Fanatics". The display of available fabrics just lured me in, all that I was looking for and more was there. I started jotting down fav fabric using the fabric codes and after having finished my list, realized that I had to beg borrow and steal to make the entire list a reality. So i opted to listen to my wallet ;)

Last Thursday being a public holiday here in KL, we started off after having breakfast. Destination was summit usj mall , wherein fabric fanatics has shop at level 1. Adithi was not so keen on hearing about my fabric shopping plan, she hates shopping for my craft work, hmm how i wish she will be a bit more cooperative, anyways, luckily the shop next to fabric fanatics was Toy World and hence dad and daughter duo spent most of their time there and here is a moment out of the few minutes they spent alongside me!

I took 2 - 3 rounds of gazing sound the shelves of fabric and then managed to pick the "matpewka" fabric using which I have made the key fob card holder. 

Inside view - made using cotton fabric (lined with linen canvas to give more structure)

The above Key Fob Card holder is available for sale on my etsy store, 

Slowly but steadily I picked up pretty lightweight neutral cottons which useful fabrics to use on the inner layer while making accessories. I also chose the cute little kids print ( haven't decided on what to make using that) 

Then moved on to the Linen canvas and picked the beige canvas which I hope to use in most of the upcoming projects. My color palate for this trip was mostly in pastel and browns, except for the cute dinosaurs fabric.

Buying in fat quarter as a concept was new to me ; as is the measurement in yard. I am used to buying fabric in meters or minimum would be half a meter back home in India.

Michelle (I hope I got the spelling right) was very helpful and friendly. She even explained to me as to how use the tools for installing the rivet buttons, which I bought without even knowing how to install them! I am more of a instinct person and am never afraid of trying new things provided I like them.

I bought the metal clasps (which I have used up!) for making the coin pouch collection of mine... Need to restock them soon.

Cute ribbons, ykk vintage zipper, key ring holder, fusible batting, thick weight interfacing. Only thing I missed out was white velcro. Surprising but I am not able to get hold of white Velcro, instead they are available in all in vibrant colors! I need to go to Jalan TAR , Bunga Ruben to get my dose of velcro 

Also bought quarter yard of laminated linen fabric of girls dancing in Paris. Thanks to Michelle once again for the useful tip of asking me to put Vaseline on top layer as I sew so that the fabric moves along the feed dogs..now I had no idea about laminated fabrics, looking forward to that interesting hour of sewing that fabric!

They have this small corner next to the billing counter where they showcase handmade items and thus help crafters in selling their wares. So thoughtful!

I missed out meeting Kelly, the owner of fabric fanatics , but to spoke her on the phone, to clarify a few doubts on my bill! She was very friendly and sweet. Hope to meet her in person soon, as I will make multiple trips to Fabric Fanatics store in near future! 

Looking out for some fantastic quirky good quality fabrics here in KL, then "Fabric Fanatics" is THE place to go! Oh Yes and also for other sewing trims and notions! Don't miss this place if you are in KL.

For Sale - Kids Custom Clothing From Adithis Amma Sews- Click Here

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Shopping Spree - Navarathri Fever!

With Navarathri around the corner, can shopping be far away! I began it with a cheery note yesterday, it all started as i realized that i have ran out of invisible zippers! Wanted to try my luck in T.Nagar and went to Raja Thread store and found only few zips that too in black, brown, grey & white was all i could manage! Tough luck! i guess! I now have a  solid excuse to go shopping again, to Parrys Corner to find some invisible zips!

Did I stop with just buying zips, no way! I got some trims and notions and a new pair of scissors ; my old one in pony as grown too old and worn out for my excessive sewing :(

After stepping out of ever-crowded Ranganathan Street, i was on my way back, when i stopped at the beautitful display of toys and the inviting fragrance at one shop , it was Khadhi Bhavan were all natural and handmade products are sold! I dropped in and shopped for some Khadi Fabrics (will do a separate post on my latest additions to fabric stash... in fact i need to club the shopping spree of my sister last week as well!)

Saw this beautiful wedding set and it was perfect to be crowned the 'New Toy of the Year 2011' for our Golu! Every year it is a custom to buy a new toy for the golu and this year it was a wedding set and here it is

Here are the notions that i got !

Some ghunghroos (Salangai) for my Darling Daughter to dance around !

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Recent Fabric Haul !

Did some fabric shopping last saturday remember while buying the overlocker ! 

Recent fabric haul ! Check them out !

Velour in Orange, Black, Red & Blue! Oh i forgot green! need to revisit!

Some silk fabrics in mind blowing dual tones

Tissue fabrics for my DD's wardrobe and for some custom orders

Knit Fabric , now with 5 Thread overlocker, i will start sewing all the knits i have been hoarding till now.

Parcel from Fashion and You arrived in Mail Today

My Sister had bought the Chanderi Salwar Suit fabric of Chabra from Fashion and You along with this Cuff for all of Rs.638 including delivery charges...can't believe it. Read on...

She became a member and invited her friends, she made her own purchases of quality brands at even upto 75% off on certain days, and when her invitees who joined Fashion and You made their first purchase, my sister's account got credited with Rs.1000 and she used the 'invite purchase credit' to buy the salwar suit and beaded cuff! She opted for Cash On Delivery and i received the parcel on her behalf... wanted to share it with you all so that you can also join and save lots on branded items, by sitting at home and shopping online.

You can also do so, Fashion and You offers Premium Brands at unbelievably reasonable prices and delivers across the globe! Log on at 11 AM sharp and grab the deals for the day!

Click on the any of the link in this post to Join and have fun. Happy Shopping!

Don't just take my word for it, experience it to believe it.

Dazzling Deepavali - Shopping Part I

The last weekend was dedicated to Deepavali Shopping, though it was tiring, it was fun as well.

Purchased lot of fabrics from Thakurdas Choithram (my fav fabric shop in town) on Saturday and had loads of chat at Gangotree to rejuvenate myself for more shopping on Sunday as well

On Sunday did some shopping for Sarees & Pattu Paavadai Material from RMKV Chennai.

Here is a glimpse of few of those in my stash now, being given special attention for Deepavali ofcourse....

Saree for MIL which is searched with the scrap bit fabric of the material left after finish her blouse... first time i searched for Saree  with a ready blouse to match for... it was exciting

Pallu of MIL's Saree

Kora Saree for Sister (she got one more, will post it later!)

Mom's Silk Blouse which is my Current WIP

Pattu Paavadai for Darling Daughter, 

Will try to do a tute on how to make Pattu Paavadai as i cut & sew this, as it may be a while before i sew another Pattu Paavadai set; why 'coz she already has 2 other new ones (courtesy: Navarathri) and wears it only on festivals or weddings so... they will only be sitting idle in her wardrobe, so no more Pattu Paavadais till she outgrows them... and did you have a look at the Sneak Peak of Tutorials planned, do vote for your choice.The poll is on my sidebar at the top and is open until Deepavali.

Few of the fabrics (Believe me i have got loads of them, will share  it later as busy with Deepavali right now). BTW these fabrics except for green brocade are the ones i plan to use for making the special birthday ball gown for my DD on her b'day which also falls on Deepvaali  day....

The blouse for MIL's saree was finished sometime in September, 

I actually have a story to tell as to how i got the saree for this blouse... 

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Went shopping for fabric yesterday

Went shopping for fabric yesterday (Darling daughter's school reopens and she would need 'New set of dresses')

Summer collection - simple cotton prints and 1 for the jazzy outfit

Fabrics for my kurtas of future.... :o)

Watch out for these to turn into pretty outfits.... 

And yes... there are few surprises which have been hidden for obvious reasons, will show them with the end product (hint: self-designed sarees using running material and sequin & thread work)

Till then take care...and thanks for visiting ...