Resources
How To Calculate Stretch Percentage
If you've ever wondered how to calculate a fabric's stretch percentage, this one's for you! Before you dive into cutting out your next knit project, join us in learning how to calculate the stretch...
Read moreHow We Manage Our Textile Waste
As a textile-based business, we're conscious of the impact that our actions have on the people and the environment around us which is why managing our textile waste is such a key component of our d...
Read moreMeet The Makers Behind Our Handwoven Cottons
With the kick-off of Fashion Revolution Week 2023, we wanted to take a moment to chat about transparency within the supply chain, the limitations we face, and to answer the question 'Who Made My Fa...
Read moreSewing Tips: Working With Wool
We've rounded up our best sewing tips for wool fabrics in a handy cheat sheet so you can gain the confidence to start your coat-making journey!
Read moreThe Five Best Fabrics for Beginners: Start Learning with these Easy To Sew Fabrics
What fabrics should I sew with as a beginner?     So you’ve bookmarked a couple must-have patterns, followed a few accounts on Instagram, and made a Pinterest board with your ready-to-wear insp...
Read moreBirdie Sewing Tips & Tricks: Satin Edition
Like liquid gold in fabric form, there's nothing more luxurious than a lustrous and slinky satin! Effortlessly fluid, this luxe fabric drapes so beautifully into whatever form you choose whether th...
Read moreBehind the Scenes: Our Blackbird Exclusive Block Print Collection
Allow us to introduce our collection of Block Printed Organic Cotton Poplin and Cotton Canvas, this time with a signature Blackbird Exclusive spin! Come along with us behind the scenes to see how o...
Read moreOur Tried-And-True Waxed Cotton Canvas Sewing Tips & Tricks
Come read about our top sewing tips & care instructions for working with and handling Waxed Cotton Canvas.
Read moreDeadstock Fabrics: What They Are & Why We Carry Them
    As members of the fashion industry, we have a responsibility to be as transparent as possible about the sustainability of our business and our fabrics. The mainstream fashion industry is re...
Read moreGet To Know The New Denim Project
We’re thrilled to present our new range of Upcycled Denims produced by The New Denim Project! Among the first of its kind worldwide, The New Denim Project uses a closed-loop production process to c...
Read moreWe’re here to walk you through the difference between our bottomweights collection and what they’re best used for. Let’s get into it!
Read moreBehind-The-Scenes Of Our Handwoven Cotton Fabrics
Our supplier kindly provided us with these beautiful videos and photos of our fabrics being woven for us to share. Come along as we take a peek behind-the-scenes at some of our handwoven fabrics in...
Read moreWhat’s the difference between our TENCEL™ & Organic Cotton French Terry and our Classic Organic French Terry? While they sound similar, they are both quite unique and best used for slightly dif...
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