I really like supporting local business. There aren't too many indie fabric stores any more; most of us have to buy our yardage at Jo-Ann's and the like. There are a few places out there, though - Seattle hosts a couple of neat little independent stores, plus a local chain. I went to visit one of them today.
I was planning on making a Pinkerton from beginning to end today, but was feeling a bit stir-crazy and decided to visit
Stitches. It's the closest fabric store to home; I walked. It's a little less than a mile from my flat.
For a small, in-city storefront, they have a pretty well rounded inventory. The selection of fabric is small, but most of it is very nice quality; not as nice as Nancy's, but a cut above the big chain stores' stuff. I refrained from buying anything, but I was sorely tempted by a number of things. They had some awesome quilting-weight cottons, and a small selection of organic cotton and bamboo. They have a full selection of notions, some of which you won't find at Jo-Ann's.
There are a few classes, starting with very basic sewing and progressing through more intermediate level projects. They also have knitting classes; the gal at the counter said their class space is small and the classes are limited to about four people. I consider that a good thing as teaching craft skills really takes a decent amount of one-on-one attention, which is difficult in larger groups.
If you're near Broadway, stop by. Shop local, Seattle!
Thank you so much, Miss Lori, for reminding us about this valuable source - right in our own backyard! Haven't been into Stitches, but I like your photo and it looks promising.
ReplyDeleteIt's so true, we are not like LA where there is a garment district and lots of good choices from which to select fabrics for your next garment. Personally, I shop a lot of the estate sales! I have purchased Pendleton wool at a sale in W. Seattle. I wound up with many yards of high quality wool for about $20 total. I created a bustle outfit which you can see on Facebook here: http://on.fb.me/VicTourBustle
Thanks again and hopefully, I'll bump into you on Cap Hill!
It's very easy to bump into me on Capitol Hill. If you spot a chapette in a black bowler with a red flower in the brim, you've likely sighted me! And if you should be out and at loose ends, you're welcome to stop by my in-home workroom for a cup of tea.
ReplyDeleteIt's fun to occasionally head out to Pendleton, Oregon and pick up dye lot ends from their outlet store.