The Spring 2018 Collection is out!

27 February 2018

Spring is here at last! And time for a wardrobe re-boot and re-think. We have included fabrics for warmer weather, holiday wear, special occasions and also some wools and jerseys for chilly times still to come. We hope you like them!

The Winter 2017 Collection is out!

29 November 2017

For Winter 2017 we have selected some snuggly wools for cold weather, some lighter-weights for milder weather, some stunning designs, fabulous special occasion fabrics and, of course, some unusual and distinctive pieces. Happy Christmas to you all!

The Autumn 2017 Collection is out!

29 August 2017

It's time to re-boot your wardrobe with some lovely new designs for the new season. With that in mind, our new Autumn Collection - on it's way to subscribers right now - is offering some top quality wools and cottons along with some beautiful jerseys at very competitive prices. We hope you will all be tempted by these exciting new colours and textures!

The 2017 SALE Collection is out!

10 July 2017

To make space for the gorgeous Autumn fabrics to come, it's time for our fabulous, unmissable, super Summer Sale! First come, first served - so be quick! Note: None of the current Summer 2017 fabrics are in this Sale.

The Summer 2017 Collection is out!

26 May 2017

Summer time at last! Our Collection includes fabrics for hot weather, warm-ish weather, holidays away, special occasions and those of you planning ahead for Autumn. On-trend colours and designs, quality classics and some unusual ones too. Enjoy!

The Spring 2017 Collection is out!

28 February 2017

As we wave goodbye to Storms Doris and Ewan we find ourselves at the start of Spring with our latest Collection winging it's way to subscribers. And whether you're planning a wedding or other special occasion, holidays-to-come or just a wardrobe update, we hope you like our brand new Collection and that it will inspire you to sew up your own storm!

We're having a JANUARY SALE!

5 January 2017

Happy New Year!

As a "Thank You" to all our subscribers, and to make space for all the fabulous new fabrics in 2017, we're holding a January Sale. For the month of January, every fabric prior to the Winter 2016 Collection will be reduced by 30%! Yes, that's 30% of all fabrics on the website (subject, of course, to availability) except for the current Winter 2016 Collection. So, if you haven't renewed your subscription, do it now and grab yourself some bargains!

The Winter 2016 Collection is out!

29 November 2016

Our new Winter 2016 Collection includes a number of quality fabrics which we are able to offer at some really great prices! There are also some gorgeous tweeds, stunning evening fabrics and some classic favourites. We hope you enjoy the Collection and that you all have a very happy Christmas.

The Autumn 2016 Collection is out!

31 August 2016

As we approach Autumn - a season of transition - our latest Collection includes a few wintry wools and tweeds (for those looking ahead to colder days) as well as plenty of lighter-weight cottons, silks and blends for (we hope) some warmer weather still to come. There are also special-occasion and unusual fabrics to inspire! Enjoy!

The 2016 Sale Collection is out!

13 July 2016

Another year - another Sale! Our 2016 Sale Collection is now on its way to all subscribers with plenty of bargains for everyone!

The Summer 2016 Collection is out!

27 May 2016

The Summer 2016 Collection is now on its way to subscribers today. We've been fortunate, this season, to source a number of fabrics from well known design houses. Unfortunately, we've been advised that we're not allowed to specify the designer's names! Ah well. Nevermind, the fabrics themselves are gorgeous and that's all that really matters.

The Spring 2016 Collection is out!

29 February 2016

Our new Spring 2016 Collection has been posted out to subscribers today. We've also made a small change to the Collection Browser by including the price per metre.

Useful Links

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www.thesewingforum.co.uk
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www.jaycotts.co.uk
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www.sewdirect.com
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www.burdastyle.com

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Chrysalis Fabrics - For all your dressmaking and tailoring fabric needs

Chrysalis Fabrics is run by Diana - a professional dressmaker/tailor with over thirty years experience in making every conceivable kind of garment.

The original mail order fabric business was established some 15 years ago and has been owned by Diana since 2007. At Chrysalis, we firmly believe that the only way to successfully choose fabric is to touch it and feel it. And, with our subscription-based mail order service, that's exactly what our subscribers are able to do. The focus of the fabrics we offer is day-wear and special occasion wear for which we supply wools, cottons, silks, linens as well as hard wearing man-made fibres.

We're passionate about sourcing the finest quality cloths at the best prices so that our subscribers are able to complete their projects successfully and cost effectively. The success of our business is due to both the loyalty of our regular subscribers and the care with which we source and prepare our quarterly Fabric Collections.

Unlike the traditional (and rapidly disappearing) high-street fabric retailer, we do not stock a relatively small range of cloth in a wide variety of shades. Instead we focus on small quantities of quality material which we tend to buy in a single shade. Although we don't, as a matter of course, sell haberdashery and linings; we can (and do) supply lining, zips and thread to subscribers, on request, for a particular project.

Our service is used by professional dressmakers, sewing enthusiasts and sewing schools both in the UK and the rest of the world.

How The Service Works

Each quarter (Spring/Summer/Autumn/Winter) our subscribers receive an envelope containing between 55 and 60 fabric samples together with a printed catalogue with a description of each fabric including, fibre content, width, care instructions and suggestions for use. Each fabric sample is approximately 5cm square and the samples are arranged in four swatches of approximately 15 samples per swatch. We also provide, on this website, an online "Collection Browser" (see below) which enables subscribers to get a better idea of, for example, pattern repeat and layout.

Subscriptions

An annual Chrysalis Fabrics subscription is only £18 (for UK residents) or £22 (if resident overseas). That's less than 1 penny per fabric sample! If you join just after a new Collection has been despatched - don't worry. We'll send you the most recent Collection (unless a new Collection is due to be sent out within a couple of weeks) so that you don't miss out. Subscribing is easy. Either download our subscription form, complete it and post it to us - or simply telephone Diana direct ((+44)(0)7748 530 318) with a debit or credit card and you can be enrolled immediately.

Ordering and Delivery

A printed order form accompanies each Collection. Subscribers may complete the form and post it to us together with either a cheque or payment card details. The majority of our regular subscribers order via telephone or e-mail as we do operate a first-come-first-served order process. Delivery is by standard Royal Mail Letter or Parcel Service depending on the weight of the order. Delivery charges depend upon the overall value of the order and range from £4 to £9. Orders over £250 are delivered free of charge.

The Chrysalis Collection Browser

Our online Collection Browser is an additional service for our subscribers and, indeed, for any visitor to this website. Although it's primary purpose is to allow subscribers to get the 'bigger picture' of the actual fabric samples they receive, it is also very handy for newer subscribers to browse past Collections. If you find a fabric from one of our past Collections then, as a subscriber, you can request a sample of it (subject, of course, to availability) at no additional cost.