A Visit To Beckford Silk
Fabric shopping heaven…
Beckford Silk is often the first place I go to source fabric for an event or special occasion. Usually, I’ll find dressmaking material on their website and order online.
But when the couture daughter needs a dress for a party in ten days, (and there are postal issues), there's only one thing to do...go on a fabric expedition with the couture husband.
So the couture dogs had an early morning perambulation around the meadow, and we set off on our travels.
Beckford Silk’s home is just a short hop from the M5 motorway. And it’s complete and utter fabric heaven! 💫
There's roll upon roll of dyed and printed silks in a rainbow of colours, from silk chiffons to devoré velvets. And soft silk jacquards in Paisleys and florals with a wonderful drape. And not forgetting the silk Polka dots for that Pretty Woman moment.
The fabric is dyed and printed on the premises, and you can also book a group tour of their workshops.
Bored husbands can enjoy delicious cake in the café, ( and it’s a truth universally acknowledged that my other half likes a cake or two)! There's also a video about the silk dyeing and printing process to keep them entertained, whilst you shop until you drop.
A quick Facetime with Em and the fabric was decided upon, a beautiful bottle-green heavy silk crepe satin. But I couldn't resist a few other silks for my stash too! I know - I just couldn't leave without them!
It was the best kind of day out! 🛍
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