The Sewing Room
Celebrate Australian Made Week by Supporting Local Textiles
It's that time of year again – let's celebrate the makers and growers of Australia! This is the time to show our appreciation for those who are contributing to the...
How to Create (Or Buy!) a Sustainable Capsule Wardrobe That You'll Love
A capsule wardrobe is a carefully curated collection of clothing which consists of timeless silhouettes and items which can be mixed and matched for a variety of outfits. You'll have fewer pieces to keep track of, helping you to conserve space in your dresser drawers or on your closet rack. Plus, choosing high-quality items that won't go out of fashion helps reduce waste and contribute towards sustainability in the fashion industry. Investing in quality pieces for your capsule wardrobe can also save you money in the long run!
Meet Victoria from The Scenic Route
We had the privilege to interview Victoria from The Scenic Route. It has been a pleasure the past few months getting to know Victoria, talking all things sustainable fabric and hearing...
Meet Ellen McKenna
We had the privilege to interview Ellen McKenna. Ellen is a Melbourne, Australia based artist who has recently teamed up to Melco Fabrics to release some of her birght, bold designs on...
Meet Megan from The Darling Fig
We had the privilege to interview Megan from the Darling Fig. Megan is a Queensland, Australia based artist whom has featured in the Melco Fabrics Easter collection. Read on to hear...
Rib Knit Fabric For Tops
Rib knit is often put in the box of 'for neckbands and cuffs', however, it can be used for so much more! The other week at Melco all the staff got sewing and we made some awesome rib knit tops.
The Ugly Truth
It's the ugly truth that isn't spoken about enough... Did you know that the textiles industry is the second-largest polluter of water worldwide? Worldwide, 2.2 billion people still lack access...
A Big Change Coming!
If you follow Melco on social media then you may of caught wind of some big changes that are coming! Come August we will be launching our print/pattern fabrics. "Well...
Waffle Fabric - All you need to know
Waffle fabric in recent years has become more popular - and it is easy to see why, it is such a beautiful fabric to sew with. Waffle fabric has a...
Sewing for slow fashion movement
Tips for sewing a sustainable wardrobe With concerns regarding climate change affecting the fashion industry it has become more important to focus on sustainability to ensure the most effective purchasing...
All About Knits: Types of Knit Fabrics
Even if you’re new to sewing knits, they probably make up a big chunk of your wardrobe. These fabrics are comfortable, easy to care for, and wrinkle-resistant – great for...
Electric Fabric Shears Review: Are They the Right Choice for You?
If you're a sewer, quilter, fabric artist, or just someone who likes to do a lot of fabric cutting, you'll know that having the right tools makes the job a...
