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"I love the rough wool texture, and the colors are so New England autumn! 
Firelight
 wool jacketing
Judy
"My color palette is winter, and these are 3 clear winter colors that I could wear easily"
Innsbruck
 textural jacketing
 from Italy
Colleen
"I love the rich black raspberry one and would like a big snuggly sweater  made from this"
Calgary
 mohair blend
In this issue 
  • The Back Room restocked!
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  • New Sew Along
  • Staff fabric fav's  

 

Thinking about winter?  If you need winter clothes, now is the time to build your wardrobe.  Add new pieces, accentuate existing garments, and bring in new elements to try for the first time?  Travel through the province of Quebec with us as we name the fabrics for this haven of winter pleasures.

 

 

 


novelty jacketing    
This stunning novelty jacketing from Yigal Azrouel was milled in Italy. The heathered yarns of charcoal and lighter tones of gray are woven with a subtle ladder effect for interest without complexity.  This acrylic/wool blend will work as a lightweight coating or a substantial jacketing for indoor wear.  Choose a classic blazer style or a less structured swing or wrap.  60 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $36.00/yd. Back Room Price: $20.00/yd.

sweater knit from St John
It seems like everyone wants an animal print cardigan this season.  This marled gray/white sweater knit from St. John is printed  in shades of gray and black. It will be a great go-together with black and gray separates or team it with a bold colored turtleneck for a more lively look.  Poly/spandex. 60 in (C-Flat) Regular Retail Price: $18.00/yd. Back Room Price: $14.00/yd.  
Parliament Hill
wool suiting
from Marc Jacobs
 
Softly sophisticated, this gray/green heather is perfect for suits and jackets.  Milled for Marc Jacobs in Italy this 100% wool will stand the test of time in quality and in style.  60 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $32.00/yd. Back Room Price: $18.00/yd
 champlain
silk shantung
 
Silk shantung is  a luxury fabrication to use for structured garments such as slim dresses, dinner suits, or dressy blazers. The base color of corn silk strewn with strokes of sage green suggesting foliage shows off the wine speckled pathways.  This is a shiny fabric with stand alone body. 45 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $32.00/yd. Back Room Price: $17.00/yd
Beauport
wool flannel 
from Calvin Klein
 
 Is there anything better for jackets or suits than 100% wool flannel?  This shade of  claret red is perfect for a tailored suit or blazer for day wear.  Imported from Italy for Calvin Klein.  60 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $34.00/yd. Back Room Price: $18.00/yd.
 Stoneham Mountain
acrylic wool sweater knit
 
Looking for just the right sweater to keep you cozy warm?  This speckled sweater knit is perfect for cardigans or pull-overs.  Line it for a zip or buttons front hoodie. Acrylic/wool  knit for Hugo Boss.  55 in (H/D or D) Regular Retail Price: $28.00/yd. Back Room Price: $18.00/yd. 
Old Town 
embroidered faux taffeta
 
Dark chocolate faux taffeta is so right for fall /winter dressing.  Whether you choose a dressy skirt or a more casual jacket to top pants or jeans, this crisp embroidery  will stand out as an unusual piece in your wardrobe.  60% Poly/40% nylon.  54 in (C) Regular Retail Price: $24.00/yd. Back Room Price: $14.00/yd 
 Saint Felicien
embellished jersey knit
from Amalfi
 
Take a walk on the wild side with this fabulous animal print jersey knit from Amalfi. The ivory ground supports brown leopard spots overprinted with gold metallic dye and embellished with tiny clear sequins. Great for a top, tunic or dress at holiday and beyond. Poly/spandex. 58 in. (C-flat) Regular Retail Price: $20.00/yd.
Charlevoix
acrylic wool suiting
 
This unique suiting from Anne Klein will work up into a stunning dinner suit or a distinctive jacket for day or night.  Deep brown acrylic/wool weft yarns  are supported by a clear nylon warp creating a glittery effect on the surface.  Choose a pattern with structure to shape this fabric as it lacks drape for unstructured silhouettes.   60 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $36.00/yd. Back Room Price: $28.00/yd.
Hotel de Glace
sequined jersey knit
 
Covered in transparent sequins, this jersey knit shimmer with every change of light.  From Nicole Miller, this ivory and gray print is sophisticated and chic for dress, tunic or tank.  Poly/spandex. 53 in/sequined -50 in. (C-Flat or H)  Regular Retail Price: $22.00/yd. Back Room Price: $16.00/yd.
 Montreal
micro tweed wool lycra
 
An active business hub,  many stylish suits find their way to Montreal.  This exquisite micro tweed from Marc Jacobs was milled in Italy.  You will appreciate the fine hand and high twist  weave of this suiting in brown and heather.  Sharpen your tailoring skills and create a stunning addition to your business wardrobe or a classic hunt blazer a la RL. You can do it!  98% wool/2% Lycra.  56 in (D) Regular Retail Price: $32.00/yd. Back Room Price: $26.00/yd.
Bienvenue
printed sweater knit
 
 Always welcoming and comfortably casual.  This sweater knit will grab your attention right away and make you feel at home in any environment.  Diagonal printed stripes rendered in nut browns from almond to cashew to hazelnut and chestnut combine with water and sky blues.  The stunning print resembles variegation and heather effect heightened by the inclusion of a fine mohair-like yarn. Polyester.  52 in (C-flat) Regular Retail Price: $30.00/yd. Back Room Price: $15.00/yd.
New Sew Along
New Sew Along Coming Soon

Mary Jo will do a tutorial on
scarf-makinig just in time for holiday gifting.  She'll start with the basics and then move on to fancier renditions.  Watch The Savvy Sewer Salon next week to join in.

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