“We take pride in providing creative inspiration with our colourful selection of needlework supplies and sewing workshops.” Karin Franken
Karin Franken established Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop in September 2020.
As a child, Karen’s mom and grandmother were keen seamstresses laying the foundations for her love for sewing and handcrafts.
After years of practising as a pharmacist at Gansbaai Apteek (now Arie Nel Pharmacy), Karin was inspired by her daughter Liezel to realise her dream of developing her creative side, and Kaliko was born.
“Step into a world where fabric comes alive, not just as a textile material, but as a canvas for creativity and community spirit.
At Kaliko, we are more than just a fabric store - we are artisans, storytellers, and champions of sustainable fashion. Our shelves are adorned with a curated selection of fabrics, each with a unique tale to tell. Our passion doesn't stop there. We transform fabric off-cuts into exquisite handmade accessories, handbags, and other interesting products. This way, every thread finds its purpose, and nothing goes to waste.
What sets us apart is our dedication to local talent and craftsmanship. Our products are lovingly crafted by talented artisans, many of whom are local women pursuing their passion or seeking to supplement their income. In our store, design flourishes in collaboration as we work closely with these artisans, ensuring that each piece is beautiful and meticulously crafted with care and attention to detail.”
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop carries an extensive range of top-quality dressmaking fabrics and upholstery textiles, sourced by Karin.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop stocks a comprehensive range of haberdashery and sewing essentials for dressmaking, tailoring, and needlecraft to provide you with the tools and details needed to create and finish projects.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop offers a vibrant collection of upholstery fabrics and the freshest catalogues from top decorating brands.
Discover an inspiring range of fabrics and home décor accents, carefully curated to bring your interior design vision to life.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop meets curtaining needs with a range of ready-made curtains, and curtaining accessories. There is also an option to have curtains custom-made.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop is well-connected with some of Gansbaai’s best dressmakers and can point you in the right direction for services that include:
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop is your trusted partner for all upholstery projects, big or small. Their skilled team travels throughout the Overberg, bringing their craftsmanship to your doorstep.
Whether you need to update a single piece or reimagine an entire space, Kaliko will take care of every detail.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop is an authorised dealer for Brother, a leading supplier of:
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop has a library stocked with an extensive range of sewing patterns.
The pattern library includes new and vintage patterns that can be taken home for use temporarily.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop stocks a wide selection of soft furnishings and homeware.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop has a beautiful selection of hand-crafted gifts for the whole family.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop is an agent for Genam self-care toiletries and wellness products.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop has a spacious studio with lots of natural light that is perfect for sewing and quilting workshops.
Quilting guild get-togethers where techniques and knowledge get shared in a creative space.
A program for upcoming sewing workshops is available on request.
Host your sewing, knitting or craft workshops at Kaliko and enjoy instant access to its creative community.
Studio Amenities:
Rent a workspace in Kaliko’s spacious communal studio and enjoy access to studio amenities, including cutting tables, plug points, seating arrangements and a restroom.
Contact Corine at Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop for more information about upcoming workshops, studio availability for workshops and workshare space.
Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop has an online shopping option.
The Kaliko online shop stocks a selection of handmade crafts, home decor and fabric.
“Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop offers friendly service and a magical range of beautifully displayed fabric. In addition, there is a lovely selection of craft and decor items for sale. Well worth a visit!” Cheryl Mulder Verbruggen
“Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop se workshops is n wonderlike geleentheid om al jou spanning probleme op telos. Heerlik om nuwe vriende te maak.” Anita Rosema Huisamen
“Thank you so much! I had lots of fun at the workshop. Learnt a nice new technique and recommend it to everyone.” Yvonne Polo Kruger
“Groot dankie Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop vir jul hulp en vriendelike diens. Dit was my eerste besoek maar definitief nie die laaste nie. Julle maak beslis vir Gansbaai Lekker!” Surine de Jager
“Gaan toer 'n bietjie deur Gansbaai se strate, winkel in en winkel uit. Jy sal verbaas wees wat jy kry. Hier is pragtige geskenke. Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop in Hoofstraat het pragtige goed en is ook nou ons dorp se Brother-naaimasjien agent.” Marinda Van der Walt
“Kaliko Boutique Fabric Shop het uit hul pad gegaan om vir my die materiaal te soek wat ek aangevra het, foto's gestuur vir my om te besluit, en toe winkel toe gebring vir my om te kom kry. Dis nou die exstra myl loop vir kliente! Wat 'n oulike plek! Gaan loer gerus!” Tertia Goosen Scholtz
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Get 20% off on selected fabrics from our always-changing bin/basket sale.
