Empress Mills

Empress Mills We love to track down gorgeous fabrics, threads & haberdashery ready for your sewing projects!

✨ It was an absolute pleasure to welcome members of Harrogate Stitchers to Empress HQ for a talk and, of course, a brows...
18/06/2026

✨ It was an absolute pleasure to welcome members of Harrogate Stitchers to Empress HQ for a talk and, of course, a browse of the warehouse shop. The members had a mix of interests from apparel to bag making & more.

🙏 Thank you so much to all who joined us - it was great to meet you!

🧵 Planning a stitchy outing for your sewing, quilting or crafting group? You would be very welcome to join us!

Check out our Group Visit page for more details:
www.empressmills.co.uk/group-visits

🐉 Year Of The Dragon from Lewis & Irene - a truly eye-catching collection.Rich colours, intricate detailing & magnificen...
17/06/2026

🐉 Year Of The Dragon from Lewis & Irene - a truly eye-catching collection.

Rich colours, intricate detailing & magnificent dragon designs combine to create a dramatic range. The metallic detailing is particularly effective, adding highlights throughout the designs and enhancing without overwhelming the prints.

🧵 Printed on Lewis & Irene's premium quality 100% cotton, these fabrics are perfect for quilts, bags, cushions, garments & more.

Explore the collection:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E111664

07/06/2026

📢 Calling all:
Quilters - Dressmakers - Bagmakers - In Fact Any Stitcher...

You are invited to Sewing Heaven at the Empress Mills Warehouse Shop! With regular New Arrivals from Lewis & Irene and more, there is always something new to explore.

✨ Enjoy 1000s of fabrics & one of the largest haberdashery selections in the UK, we are sure to have just the thing for your next project!

📍 Pop in for a browse and a chat - we hope to see you soon!
🧵 Based in Colne, Lancashire, BB8 9HU
🌍 For more info & how to find us:
www.empressmills.co.uk/visiting

⚓ At The Helm from Wilmington Prints.Featuring sailing boats, maritime stripes, rope details and other nautical-inspired...
03/06/2026

⚓ At The Helm from Wilmington Prints.

Featuring sailing boats, maritime stripes, rope details and other nautical-inspired prints, this collection captures the timeless appeal of life by the sea.

🧵 These fabrics would look right at home in beach bags, picnic quilts, coastal cushions & other seasonal makes.

For all designs & info:
www.empressmills.co.uk/W89253

✨ New - The Berkshire Yarn Dyed Fabric Collection🌈 With an incredible 105 new fabrics, the collection includes 21 shades...
02/06/2026

✨ New - The Berkshire Yarn Dyed Fabric Collection

🌈 With an incredible 105 new fabrics, the collection includes 21 shades across five super useful styles:

🪡 3mm Gingham Check
🪡 9mm Gingham Check
🪡 27mm Gingham Check
🪡 3mm Classic Stripe
🪡 Classic Chambray

Breathable, easy to sew & wonderfully versatile, the fabrics are perfect for shirts, dresses, skirts, shorts, children’s wear, quilting, crafts & more.

For all shades & more info, head to:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E112290

💙 Porcelain & Seaglass - a beautiful collaboration between Stuart Hillard and Lewis & Irene Fabrics.Drawing inspiration ...
02/06/2026

💙 Porcelain & Seaglass - a beautiful collaboration between Stuart Hillard and Lewis & Irene Fabrics.

Drawing inspiration from pottery fragments, sea glass and treasures washed ashore over time, this collection blends coastal colours with delicate patterns and textures. Shades of cobalt, soft blue, jade and ivory run throughout.

🧵 Printed on Lewis & Irene's premium quality cotton, the fabrics are perfect for quilts, bags, dressmaking & home furnishing projects. The mix of subtle detail & timeless colour makes them especially versatile, whether you're creating something contemporary or more traditional.

For all designs, head to:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E112837

💙 Say hello to the fabulous Pre Cut Fabric Sets available in the New Tilda Soemthing Blue Range.With classic 5" Charm Pa...
01/06/2026

💙 Say hello to the fabulous Pre Cut Fabric Sets available in the New Tilda Soemthing Blue Range.

With classic 5" Charm Packs, 10" Squares & a Jelly Roll, not to mention Fat Quarter Bundles, there are sooo many ways to enjoy this collection!

🧵 Printed on Tilda’s beautifully soft, premium 100% cotton, the Something Blue collection lends itself perfectly to quilts, cushions & elegant home decor projects, while also working wonderfully for bags, garments & more.

For all designs, head to:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E112914

31/05/2026

✨ Take a peek at the brand new Tilda Something Blue Fabric Collection!

Thank you to everyone who has pre-ordered. We are busy preparing your orders, and they will be with you soon!

For all designs, head to:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E112914

💙 Soft, timeless & wonderfully calming… the New Tilda Something Blue collection is one of those ranges that instantly fe...
30/05/2026

💙 Soft, timeless & wonderfully calming… the New Tilda Something Blue collection is one of those ranges that instantly feels at home.

With its delicate blue tones, gentle patterns & classic Tilda charm, the range works beautifully for layered quilts, cushions & thoughtful home furnishing projects that create a peaceful, welcoming feel.

For all designs, head to:
www.empressmills.co.uk/E112914

☀️ Looking for the perfect fabric for summer sewing? Chambray could be just the thing!Lightweight, breathable & beautifu...
25/05/2026

☀️ Looking for the perfect fabric for summer sewing? Chambray could be just the thing!

Lightweight, breathable & beautifully versatile, Chambray is ideal for everything from dresses, shirts & skirts to relaxed trousers, tops and accessories.

🌈 We stock over 80 Chambrays, including timeless plains plus gorgeous designs featuring prints and subtle metallic details for a little extra something special.

With mostly pure cotton options (plus some lovely viscose blends too), there’s plenty to inspire your warm-weather makes this season.

For the full Chambray Range:
www.empressmills.co.uk/chambray-fabrics

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