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I know it can’t just be me. My sewjo has gone away and I’ve been having such a hard time trying to get it back. I remember the days when I used to sew every single day without fail and now, not so much. I think about sewing and all the things I’d love to make, but I just haven’t found the motivation. I kind of know what the issue is. I started a new job last October and ever since I started, I’ve been sewing less and less and I don’t like it! Well, in comes Simplicity S3237.  Summertime is here and it’s time to bring out all the skirts. Simplicity recently released S3237 as part of their summer patterns. This skirt is a full, gathered skirt with a bias-cut yoke with side seam pockets and an invisible back zipper. The skirt comes in 3 different lengths – mini, midi and maxi.  I decided to make View B which is the midi length. I’m not much of a maxi length kind of girl and that mini was a little too small for me. I sewed up a size 22 with a few modifications. Let’s talk about th...

Every now and then, a fabric pairing stops you in your tracks—and this was one of those moments.  As soon as I spotted this designer mesh and coordinating charmeuse on Fabric Mart Fabrics, I didn’t hesitate—I immediately requested both. It’s rare to find the same (or closely matching) print across different fabric types, and when you do, it opens the door to something really special. I already knew I wanted to create a cohesive set that felt effortless, elevated, and perfect for a resort-inspired look. The Vision For this project, I paired two patterns that felt like an instant match: • Tasha Trousers by Viki Sews – a clean, tailored trouser that drapes beautifully and gives that relaxed-but-polished resort feel. • Carmen Top by Patterns by Dee – a stunning wrap-style top that mimics the viral TikTok wrap shirt. It’s modern, flattering, and lets the fabric really shine. The result is a lightweight, statement-making set that feels both comfortable and high fashion. The charm...

 Today we thought we would give you access to a little more behind the scenes of what makes Fabric Mart so special.  It's time for another Employee Spotlight! We sat down & asked one of our newest employees a few questions... Let's get to know Sophia! Who are you? Tell us a little bit about yourself. I’ve gone by many names honestly, but these days I go by Sophia which was my grandmother’s name and is my given middle name. Sometimes I go by Phie because I’m non-binary, but femme still to some degree, so that name satisfies that aspect of my identity. I am an artist and maker-of-things. A writer. A spoken word poet. Most recently: a screenwriter and director. How long have you worked at Fabric Mart? Since February of this year! What are your main responsibilities? What do you do? I’m a Fabric Handler so I find and pack fabric regularly, but I also work in the retail store and not in the cutting room, so I pack orders between helping customers find what they need.  What...

We are getting close to the start of summer and I am coming to you with this checkered look to start the season.  I had an inspiration saved of a full checkered set which I absolutely loved and said if I ever find the perfect fabric I would make it.  I was so happy to see exactly what I was looking for one day when I was checking out Fabric Mart’s site.  Not only did I find the exact big check but I also saw the traditional gingham shirting in a very close colorway.  I thought it would be fun to work the two scales together to create a look.  I’ll admit sometimes I overthink things and end up going down a deep rabbit hole trying to find a new inspiration that would work.  I wanted to make something that still would reflect my personal style and could continuously rework in my wardrobe without it looking too “countrytime” or “clownish”. My other goal was to try to use a pattern that wouldn’t be too cumbersome as I am still working out of a temporary space a...