As concerns surrounding global warming and climate change continue to grow, consumers and textile manufacturers are making more of an effort to play their respective part in altering the ne… Read More
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With the boating season kicking off at the end of April and eager seafaring souls ready to return to the enchanting waters that call, there’s no time like the present to start looking… Read More
With the boating season kicking off at the end of April and eager seafaring souls ready to return to the enchanting waters that call, there’s no time like the present to start looking… Read More
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With more and more people taking to ‘van-lifing‘ throughout the year and ‘full-timing‘ in their RV’s, so comes an increase in DIY uphols… Read More
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Adorning one’s head with a hat of flowers, fabric, and fantastical additions in celebration of Easter has been the culture and pride of many New Yorkers as far… Read More
March 21st marks the first day of spring, and whether it feels like it outside or not, this is the time to start assessing the condition of your outdoor living space and furniture. Is your… Read More
Whether you’re a seasoned renter or ambitious first timer, one of the most important considerations for the enhancement of any vacation spot is its source of natural lighting. As such… Read More
Whether in our place of business or the dwellings we call home, how we treat and dress our windows makes all the difference in how our space looks and feels. A thoughtless treatment ca… Read More
When it comes to working with clear vinyl, J&O Fabric’s has the scoop on how to maximize its creative use. From its traditional application as window insulation, table coveri… Read More
While the new year will likely be as socially unpredictable as 2021 proved at its end, there are a few top home deco trends for 2022 that leaders across the industry are echoing and predicti… Read More
Ikat is a unique dyeing technique originating from Indonesia and used to pattern textiles that employ resist dyeing on the yarns prior to dyeing and weaving the fabric. Once used to sy… Read More
Now that the once popular and sought after rattan has made its 2019 comeback in indoor/outdoor home furnishings and statement pieces, we have a feeling it might stay trending for a while. A… Read More
Have you ever noticed how a simple change to a window’s dressing can affect the whole mood of a room? Or how just the right blinds can offer the perfect casting of light against walls… Read More
Whether its a Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyurethane (PU), Thermoplastic Olefin (TPO), Silicone, or another application, to protect your investment and get the longest possible… Read More
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For many designers, seamstresses and artisans alike, there is something reassuring to be found in shopping for fabric at brick-n-mortar shops where one can actually touch… Read More
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How does your home space look?
How does your home space feel?
With mandated self-quarantining and social distancing protocols in place extending way beyond borders and… Read More
Wangari Maathai quilt by Bisa Butler
A native of Orange, NJ, Bisa Butler is an American fiber artist known for her quilted portraits and designs celebrating the lives and culture of African… Read More
I don’t know about you, but for those of us who are visually challenged and require glasses to get through our day, the growing demand for protective face mask coverage is starting t… Read More
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With everyone from corporate power players and university professors, to fashion stylists and customer service reps working from home, work place dress cod… Read More
After 50 years in business, we’ve had the opportunity to introduce and share fabrics from almost every fabric mill under the sun. While some only print amazing fabrics, others have mul… Read More
Nigerian face mask fashion
Armored up and blinged out true Nollywood style!
As health officials and government leaders around the globe have been taking precautionary measures t… Read More
From 2005 to 2011, Skelanimals rode an ever growing wave of popularity through first, their book, then their novelty items, then their fabric. The adored manifestation of creative brainch… Read More
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From struggling millenniums and independent ladies, to seasoned craftsmen and ambitious weekend warriors, over the last several years ‘Do It Yourselfer&rsqu… Read More
Building A Heritage
From foundational solids from which to build upon, to inspiring patterns that enhance a room, Ennis Fabrics (aka Vision Fabrics) offers a heritage built on an e… Read More
I remember holidays full of turkey, stuffing and apple pie. Generations around the table partaking in good food, tasty sweets and infectious laughter. Handmade napkins printed in hol… Read More
With the popularity in and demand for Industrial Hemp on the rise, everyone from fabric manufacturers, sustainable textile advocates and designers, to artisans, young entrepreneurs, and DIY… Read More
Thought webbing tape was only good for upholstery projects? These purse accessories are made from small pieces of burlap upholstery webbing usually sold in fabric shops and sometimes in ha… Read More
The American Sleep Association reports that the act of sleeping not only offers our bodies a chance to rejuvenate, but is actually necessary for our very survival. In fact, research shows… Read More
As an uncertain economy and a desire to be more self-sufficient leads the hands of many consumers into the appealing yet often pre-mature world of DIY’ers, the need for a guid… Read More
Throughout various cultures around the world, bells have historically held a multitude of meaning and purpose. Bells symbolize beginnings and endings. They are rung at weddings, funerals… Read More
Over the years, fusible web has become the time saving alternative to sewing. A type of interfacing, everyone from the beginning crafter to the most experienced designer can apprecia… Read More
Inspired by the whimsical and quirky stylings of MacKenzie Childs, the mixing and matching of complimentary palates with contrasting prints offers a baseline theme to build creatively on i… Read More
Vacation in the tropics year round with our hot selection of exotic, themed tropical textile in an array of styles and colors. Using some of our easy NO-SEW techniques, it’s a… Read More
With a fast-furnishing trend influencing consumer purchase of cheaply made and inexpensively priced home fittings, a demand for a more eco-sustainable, value-driven way of decorating our ho… Read More
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Definition of superstition:
1: a belief or practice resultin… Read More
J&O DIY Cocktail Canopy: Floral Deco
For the J&O/ Summerdale Mills family, summer just isn’t summer without backyard BBQ’s, picnics, taking in seemingly endless sunsets… Read More
As our nation observes the Juneteenth holiday and the 1865 emancipation of the last remaining enslaved people of African descent in the US, their many contributions to the te… Read More
While Barry Manilow’s popular hit song from the 80′s warned couples not to fall in love at the CopaCabana , when it comes to taking in the outdoors in style, the wish for… Read More
When we consider some of the eco-friendly upholstering terms used by craftsmen in the field , there are certain ones that have served our planet long before the Go Green Movemen… Read More
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When I started turning my hobby as a seamstress into a small professional business over 30 years ago, I marketed my eastern-inspired, one-of-a-ki… Read More
When we think of tassels, we often go back in the recesses of our memories where we conjure nostalgic images of our grandmother’s handmade curtains, pillows, lamp shades and table r… Read More
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The old saying ” Home is where the heart is,” is more than just a proverb for Beth Diana Smith. For this dream weaver behind Beth Diana Smi… Read More
The renowned poet and legendary author Khalil Gibran once quoted…
“Life without love is like a tree without blossom and fruit”.
At J&O we believe&he… Read More
Have you ever caught the last day of an AMAZING fabric sale, found the perfect fabric for your personal DIY window dressing, home decor or upholstery project yet forgot to jot down t… Read More
My mom got me my first sewing machine when I was 16. It was a portable Singer and eventually, a perfect fit for me. But without any YouTube videos at the time to offer quick sewing tips an… Read More
Panda Craft Tutorial
* Gentle strength *
* Peace *
* Good luck *
* Positive outlook on life *
* Connection with Eastern wisdom *
Whether you are drawn to Panda Bears for tangible reasons… Read More
The Wanderer.
The world of James Hsieh… Stay dreaming!
When you first get a glimpse of artist James Hsieh’s amazing soft sculptures, their colorful and animated designs seem… Read More
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With my skill set primarily in drapery, one of the more intimidating projects I have yet to undertake is the making of knickers. Not the kind that can… Read More
With her cotton/polyester blend of fibers and water-repellent finish, Aruba Getaway II Stripes Outdoor is a versatile and colorful fabric that loves the great outdoors, being the cent… Read More
Some people like photographic art. Others like abstract. And then there are those who get their artistic fix merely off of fabric. They stop at every fabric store in every town they ever v… Read More