We are delighted to share some exciting news from Empress HQ! With a major reorganisation underway we are moving warehouse to fully maximise 20,000sq ft of space for expanding stock, more fabrics, haberdashery & notions. The move will free up lots of space in the Empress Sewing Centre meaning we can dedicate all 5000sq ft
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Well this fabric certainly takes the spot as the most difficult to name that we have ever encountered. Recognised under a variety of titles from Double Gauze through to Baby Cloth, Swaddling Cloth and many more. Learn more about the range…
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Prepare To Be Amazed! We are absolutely delighted to introduce this brand new range of Light Reactive Fabrics. Displaying a design when in standard indoor light the pattern transforms literally before your eyes as the fabric is exposed to the uv rays in sunlight and a multitude of colours appear. More info & view designs…
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Over a year in the making we are thrilled to launch our Variegated Quilting Thread Range! 13 Stunning Shades, From Brights to Naturals. Learn more and view the full shade collection…
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Don’t forget with winter now well and truly set in the team at Empress have everything you need to stay warm. With the largest Fleece Fabric Range in the UK there is something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a Plain Anti Pil Fleece or… Read More…
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We are delighted to introduce the latest generation of Knitting Needles – the Prym Ergonomic Collection. Featuring a complete re-design the new ergonomic needles make use of modern manufacturing abilities to create huge increases in the comfort and ease of knitting. Learn more & purchase today…
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You may have spotted the new brand Vlieseline appearing in the UK. Vlieseline is the new name for Vilene throughout the world – find out why the re-brand is taking place and learn more about these world class interfacings, interlinings and fabric stabilisers…
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With The Walk In The Glen Fabric Range provig popular we thought a set of three free quilt patterns would be a treat and lend a bit on inspiration for if you love the fabric but would like to have a project in mind. The designs are created by the team at Lewis & Irene so are created specifically to make best use of the Walk In The Glen collection.
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Fab selection of colours now available in the Empress Denim Fabric Collection. Moving away from just the classic indigo blues traditionally associated with Denims the collection now extends to include colours as diverse as Fuchsia, Aqua, Optical White and Rose. Ten shades are in the collection which brings the Denim Range to a super total of over 50 fabrics & designs. What will you make?…
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Seventeen, yes seventeen new fabric arrivals into Lewis & Irene’s ultimate blender collection – Bumbleberries. With clever design L&I include seven shade variations in each fabric to ensure tonal matches to the most difficult of projects is possible. Meet the new arrivals now…
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