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These  links here are here because they take you to websites that provide additional information about the products we sell or because they are excellent resources for the fashion sewing enthusiast.

 

The Batik Butik
The Batik Butik is a wholesaler of the best quality rayon batik fabric available. Distinctive Sewing Supplies is proud to bring these gorgeous fabrics to the fashion sewist. The Batik Butik created The Bali Collection patterns specifically to work beautifully with their fabrics.

Siltex Mills
Many of our premium knit, oriental cotton and stretch woven fabrics are supplied by Siltex Mills. They are a Canadian family business that is proud of their tradition of manufacturing high quality knit fabrics.

 

Creative Sewing & Needlework Festival
Another huge Canadin success story, this trade show is the largest in Canada for sewing and other needle crafts. Women and men travel from distant places to attend this show, which has been running for over a decade.  It is really worth the time to come and spend a day or two or more and have a great time finding out what’s new and learning new skills.

Sewers' Forum
Sewers' Forum is a progressive network of Canadian local sewing clubs designed to spread the love of sewing through communication and continuing education. The forum provides the opportunity to share ideas with, and enjoy the camaraderie of others of similar interests while being updated on the latest tips and trends in the world of fabric and thread.

 

Folkwear
Folkwear patterns are based on designs from another era or culture. Distinctive Sewing Supplies selects from this collection to bring you patterns that work well with our fabric offering.

Kwik-Sew

Kwik-Sew patterns are based on techniques first used by the ready-to-wear industry; this has created a loyal following of customers who demand patterns that are quick and easy to use yet provide professional results.

 

Inspirations Needlecraft Show

This is a fun and exciting show held annually in Ottawa, Ontario for all needlecraft enthusiasts. The show features exhibitors of various needlecraft products. There are numerous demonstrations, workshops, trunk show, fashion/product show, displays, hands on activities, classes and more.

Threads Magazine

The magazine for sewists who want to create beautiful outfits, discover garment-industry tips, and learn techniques for elegant embroidery.  Threads contains a wealth of information that will get your creative juices flowing.

   

Bras by Lucy

Lucy Vandermeer is a professional certified custom bra-maker and a certified bra instructor.  If you are still looking for the perfect fitting bra, Lucy can help.  You can have Lucy custom-make a bra for you, or you can attend one of her workshops and learn how to make your own.  Lucy also does custom work for creating Victorian style corsets, panties and swimsuits.
 

Petite Plus Patterns

Petite Plus Patterns® are designed for the full figured petite woman. She is usually (but not always) 5'2" or shorter. She tends to be small boned often with narrow shoulders. She tends to be short waisted and short in the rise (crotch depth). She has a full rounded figure with lots of lovely curves!

Petite Plus Patterns® in sizes 14 - 24 are designed for "D" cup busts, shorter rises, and waists. They are multi-sized so that you can easily blend from one size to another and accommodate your measurements.

 
   

Joanne's Creative Notions
Joanne's Creative Notions is a Canadian Mail order company located in Brampton, Ontario, Canada.  Their service is excellent and they carry lots and lots of notions, tools, videos and books that help you improve your sewing experience.

Haka Sewing Furniture
Haka offers unique styles and height choices: sewing, serging and quilting cabinets, cutting tables, combination cut-sew-serge tables and custom designs. Hand crafted in Canada since 1989.

   
   

 

 

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