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I introduced Flare Fabrics earlier this year. Since then, they’ve expanded their fabric selection to include some gorgeous yarn dyes, like Essex Linens and Kaffe Fassett’s Woven Collection, plus many new Batiks! I’ll admit, I hadn’t had a chance to play with Batiks much, but Marlene sent me a couple to try out and I really like them.

Things I learned:
Batiks don’t have a wrong side- how cool is that?!
They have a crisp feel to them – I like it!
They are true works of art; check out this video I found on the Robert Kaufman site.

Marlene also wanted to share with you, my readers, so she’s offering up a giveaway of a fun 1/2 yard bundle including 2 Essex Linens and a Batik of your choice for one lucky reader! There’s also a discount for everyone, read below for details.

Here are some of my favourites from Flare Fabrics:

While I’m sharing my favourites, check out the selection of yarn dyes:

What I made with them

I chose the Espresso and Nautical Essex Linens and asked Marlene to pick what she thought worked with them, Here’s what she sent:
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Hoffman – Me + You
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Timeless Treasure – City Lights
I love the Autumn colours in the Timeless Treasres one, and I thought the Hoffman one really matched the understated elegance I was going for with the Essex Linens I chose. The pattern I used only called for 3 different 1/2 yards, but I decided to use a bit of each of the 4 fabrics.
Recognize the pattern? It’s the Noodlehead 241 Tote! This was the very first PDF pattern I ever bought, and I really love making it. It’s suitable for a beginner, but not too simple to bore an experienced bag maker. The best part about this bag is that it’s perfect for mixing up different fabrics. I used the subtle colours for the exterior and made the lining a bit more fun with the batiks.
I had some fabric left over, so I used it in another bag. I used Michael Miller’s Painter’s Canvas from Flare Fabrics for the lining in the new Blue Calla Freesia Foldover. Have you seen the assortment of Painter’s Canvas at Flare Fabrics?! Get yourself a rainbow! I love these in place of solids. I think the bright lining with the elegant, muted exterior is a perfect balance.

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That half yard of Espresso Linen went pretty far, so I made a Blue Calla Clematis with it too! I paired it with another Painter’s Canvas from Flare Fabrics again. The Painter’s Canvas works perfectly as a blender in quilting too.
With the rest of the Nautical Essex Linen, I think I will turn it into a men’s toiletry case. The fabric has such a classic look to it, it could be anything really!

Did you know? Flare Fabrics offers free shipping on Canadian orders of $75 or more, and US orders of $150 or more! It is truly a one stop shop, offering interfacing, notions, bag hardware, and even kits!

Discount Details

Flare Fabrics is offering a generous 15% off your purchase with code OKAPI-15
This discount is valid for the entire month of December!

Attention US readers: with exchange right now, your dollar goes much further at Canadian shops, don’t shy away, check out the deals!

Now for the Giveaway!

For your chance to win a 1/2 yard bundle of Nautical Essex Linen, Espresso Essex Linen, and a Batik of your choice, leave a comment below telling me what you’d make with the bundle. Want a bonus entry? Comment again telling me your favourite item offered at Flare Fabrics (leave a separate comment for bonus entry). Contest closes at 11:59 pm PST December 8, 2015.

Contest open to Canadian and US residents only

Comments

  1. Marsha says

    My mom loves bags, I love making bags, Mom loves batiks, I love working with linen. That leaves no question that I’d make a stuplendiferous bag (with matching bible cover) for my mommy for her birthday if I won this little treat of a package.

  2. Celine says

    I think I would probably make a 241 tote. I love the pattern and haven’t made one in a long time but your bag reminded me of how much I loved making them!

  3. Celine says

    I order Essex yarn dyed from flare fabrics so I guess that would be my favourite item from their shop.

  6. Jean Parrott says

    I would probably make the Blue Calla Freesia Bag. I have also been wanting to do the Bella 2 by Chris W.

  12. Sheila Hlushak says

    I would love to make matching tote Alice from Swoon and a Fiona wallet, but I really love to feel and see the fabric and then get inspired from there.

  14. Sheila Hlushak says

    I am really loving the colours in the City Chic 2 by Anne Tavoletti for Robert Kaufman collection and the fabric patterns. SOOO trendy.

  15. michelle says

    I have a few faves on her site….the bosal one sided fusible and one of the thinner striped Kaffe Fassett wovens..I have been admiring those stripes for weeks now.

  16. Marsha Law says

    I didn’t get past the Multi Cats Packed. Those adorable little kitten faces + my CCL obsession with cats.

    • Rochelle says

      They are all such beautiful fabrics!
      But if I had to choose one as my favorite it works be the Dr. Suess Cat in the Hat Flannel Panel Quilt Top. His widow found more drawings and his publisher has compiled it into 3 books one to be released per year. So excited!

  17. Janie says

    I would make a quillow with the bundle. I love their Book Ends fabric. Thank you for a great giveaway.

  18. Rochelle says

    Thank you for this opportunity!
    If I were to win, and there was enough fabric, I’d make the conference tote from so sew easy. If not, I’d make the Trident bag from Izzy Rogers Designs. 🙂

  19. Linda Webster says

    I’d make the Noodlehead 241 tote that you’ve shown in this post. A tote can never have too many pockets!

  20. Linda Webster says

    My favourite item at Flare Fabrics is the Black and White Collection by Jennifer Sampou 18 FQ Bundle. I’d love this bundle to be part of my stash!

  22. Courtney says

    I think my favourite item on the Flare Fabrics site might be the Whimsy Stitches kits, especially the fox!

  23. Sheri says

    Oh you know I’d make a bag! The biggest question is which one? I haven’t done a Nora lately so perhaps her 🙂

  27. Lisa Marie says

    I haven’t tried using linen but have seen many cute bags and pouches made with it so that is what I’d like to try.