Our Story
Three Cats Returns
Home To Britain
Flourished across generations of makers in South Africa, and now returns to its roots reimagined by Fabric Story Studio for today's quilters and sewers.
Where every collection Tells a Story
Meet the curators
Behind every Fabric Story Studio collection is a shared passion for preserving textile heritage and helping makers discover fabrics with emarkable stories. Every collection is carefully selected, thoughtfully curated and brought to the United Kingdom with pride.
A Lifetime in Fashion, Textiles and Craftsmanship
Three Generations
From London to South Africa and back to the United Kingdom, the Mann family's journey reflects a lifetime devoted to the textile industry.
The same values of quality, craftsmanship and integrity that guided our family then, continue to guide Fabric Story Studio today.
Where the Story Began
Born in manchester
In the heart of the world's cotton industry, innovation, craftsmanship and global trade gave rise to a remarkable fabric.
INSPIRATION
Made with
Three cats
See what quilters and sewers create when they work with fabric that has a story. From heirloom quilts to modern makes, these projects prove that great fabric finds its purpose in the hands of makers who care.
Made From Our Fabrics
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Matching Sewing Threads
We tested a lot of threads before we found ones worth recommending.
Bad thread ruins good fabric — and we've seen it happen too many times.
Matching Sewing Threads
We tested a lot of threads before we found ones worth recommending.
Bad thread ruins good fabric — and we've seen it happen too many times.
Matching Sewing Threads
We tested a lot of threads before we found ones worth recommending.
Bad thread ruins good fabric — and we've seen it happen too many times.
Community
From our community
Become part of a circle of makers who value heritage, colour and creativity. Members receive early access to new colourways, exclusive patterns and invitations to events.
How to Identify Authentic Three Cats™ Shweshwe
Every metre of authentic Three Cats™ Shweshwe carries more than a beautiful design. It carries generations of skill, craftsmanship and manufacturing expertise that have been refined over more than a century. While...
How to Identify Authentic Three Cats™ Shweshwe
How to Identify Authentic Three Cats™ Shweshwe
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