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23 recommendations and reviews from 23 people

• Referral from September 18, 2020
  

  artemis43 asked:

  Fabric question Hello! I'm pretty new to embroidery. So far I've just done a couple of kits I got off Amazon. But I think it's really fun and I feel like it's a craft I could really get into. I know where I can find thread, that's pretty easy. But I'm wondering where to find basic fabric that is good for beginners? Like is there a good brand that you would recommend or a thickness that is best for beginners like me? Thank you! I love looking and being inspired by all the posts in this sub!

  

  TrilliumLady37 replied:

  High thread-count, high quality percale bed sheets Linen (http://fabric-store.com -- and get the swatch card that has their linen weights on it) http://DharmaTrading.com -- and get their swatch sets. Worth every penny. FWIW, if you go for the silks, the OOP costs are cheaper if you buy the scarves) My personal favorite is crepe satin or slipper satin.

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• Referral from October 4, 2017
  

  Elaine C. asked:

  I want some cotton kitchen towels ( or fabric to make them myself) to embroidery some adorable Christmas designs on . And some , I will quilt a border . I want a homespun look in white or off white ( not terrycloth ) Cheaper the better because I will need a lot of them . I want to give them for Christmas gifts for friends and co workers . Apparently, I'm not wording it right because I'm not finding anything . Do any of y'all have any suggestions where to buy some towels in bulk ? Or fabric suggestions ?

  

  Judith B. replied:

  fabric-store.com has great, wide linen, often on sale. Great prices for great fabrics.

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• Referral from January 16, 2016
  

  Elizabeth L. asked:

  Would anyone know where I could find fine irish handkerchief linen? I only need a few yards. :)

  

  Toby B. replied:

  Fabric-store.com. I get all my linen from them.

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• Referral from July 20, 2015
  

  Travis A. asked:

  Hello all! I was wondering if anyone could recommend any good websites or shops that sell vegetable tanned leather, wool or linen that post within Australia.

  

  Philip H. replied:

  Contarina's Historical Small Luxuries sells wool. I have also dealt with Fabric-Store.com and they were good. Packers Leather near Burpengary north of Brisbane is also good.

  

  Melanie A. replied:

  www.fabric-store.com has good linen but the postage can be costly.. do a large or group order if posible

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• Referral from January 17, 2015
  

  Fay H. asked:

  I can't figure out what page would be the best to ask this question on. So I'll start here and see where it takes me. Where is the best place online to purchase linen? Quality vs price?

  

  Inea A. replied:

  fabric-store.com

  

  Susan S. replied:

  Fabric-store.com will also send small samples on request.

  

  Catherine W. replied:

  Fabric-store.com

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• Referral from January 12, 2015
  

  Andrea V. asked:

  Hello again all. Another Margaery wedding dress query. I've decided to give up trying to find authentic looking fabric and go for 100% linen. Any good sources for quality linen? (I'll quit bugging ya'll after this :P )

  

  Natasha B. replied:

  Fabric-store.com is where I buy linen.

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• Referral from December 23, 2014
  

  Gabrielle E. asked:

  does anyone know the best places to get linens, cottons and silsk for a saq back or polonaise gown?

  

  Scott M. replied:

  I have actually purchased sight unseen from B&T and been thrilled. Of course they have also been known to send swatches. Fabric-store.com is a weakness of mine. But you have to recognize the descriptions.

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• Referral from December 2, 2014
  

  Austin S. asked:

  looking to make a haversack, can anyone recommend a reputable dealer that sells hemp canvas? Thanks in advance.

  

  Max W. replied:

  Fabric-store.com they sell linen canvas

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• Referral from November 4, 2014
  

  Meg P. asked:

  I need help! I have been doing research online and on pintrest trying to make my own wrap. I found some great suggestions but a lot of the materials (duck, linen, linen blend) aren't going to save me money. I'm looking for a medium weight cotton twill blend I think. Does anyone have suggestions on where to find the best fabric (ie cheap!) And what kind of material to use? This project is harder than I thought! Quilting cotton is too flimsy. Any suggestions are welcome. I'm about to just give up! Thanks!

  

  Rebecca B. replied:

  I recommend linen, cotton, or linen/cotton blends. Many DIY wraps are made out of osnaburg (100% cotton) which is more affordable than many commercial woven baby wraps but not quite as thick or cushy as a lot of them. A lot of people also like to use woven tablecloths. However, they typically don't come long enough for a very long wrap. They do make great ring slings and mei tais though. I agree that quilter's cotton is not a good choice. It rips easily. Fabric-store.com is a great resource for linen.

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• Referral from July 17, 2014
  

  Yahdah J. asked:

  Looking for pure undyed linen fabric for underdresses and undertunics, can you recommend a seller/company?

  

  Valdisa Ã. replied:

  Where are you located? I really like fabric-store.com. They have daily sales and you can use the code "Ilovelinen" for an extra 7% off.

  

  Barbara H. replied:

  Dharma Trading Company. It's better quality linen than I got from fabric-store.com.

  

  Shirley D. replied:

  Fabric-store.com Be sure to ask for samples. They have a sample card with different "thicknesses" of linen. Perfect for re-enactors.

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• Referral from July 10, 2014
  

  Mollie L. asked:

  Anyone here have recommendations for shops that sell really good natural fabrics and textiles?

  

  Barber S. replied:

  www.fabric-store.com has a marvelous selection of linen, linen/cotton blends.

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• Referral from February 14, 2014
  

  Christina C. asked:

  After 20 yrs away from medievalism, I am thinking about rejoining. I currently live in the Kingdom of Atlantia (in Raleigh, NC). I am trying to make garb but I have not been able to find what I need easily, like when I lived in the Ostgard, East Kingdom! Could someone direct me where I can buy hat forms, reasonably priced fabric & pewter or wooden feast gear? Thanks

  

  Elizabeth M. replied:

  Fabric-store.com for excellent linen prices. Sign up for the sales... $4.55 a yard for med weight linen good for cotehardie on sale. I also look into the Doggie Bag for good deals. Use Ilovelinen for additional discount. Very good material and shipping is awesome! Comes quickly...

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• Referral from June 28, 2013
  

  Steven H. asked:

  Hi all, wonder if anyone can help. Does anyone know a good place to get reasnably priced trousers [I use the term loosely!] - either material for trousers or directions for a trader who makes them to a good and authentic standard. My character is a settled anglo-danish man of the York vicinity rather than viking per se and of the early 11th century rather than the 9th-10th. I dont expect there to be precise specs for this so I'm guessing anything reasonably contingent with fashions in the north of england in this rough period would be great. I am in absolute need of a good pair for the summer season!

  

  Rendy H. replied:

  Fabric-store.com has the best linen, and if you use "ilovelinen" as the coupon code it will take 7% off. Message me your email addy and I will send both the measurement and the pant PDF

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• Referral from May 5, 2012
  

  Erin C. asked:

  HI everyone..looking for suggestions on where to buy linen and wool. I have a Joann's near me..but the selection is not fab. Can anyone recommend and online vendor?

  

  Susan F. replied:

  Right now, fabric-store.com has their color card on sale. And yes, they do have period colors.

  

  Date Y. replied:

  You could try www.fabric-store.com. They have sales all the time, and different weights of linen. As far as wool, not a clue.

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• Referral from April 20, 2012
  

  Christine S. asked:

  In my various sewing endeavors (from cosplay to regular costumes to garb) I have had issues choosing fabrics. Does anyone have a favorite fabric for working with? Or even a favorite store to shop from? I live in the northeastern part of MA, so it would have to be in my area, online, or a chain I could find locally. Thanks!!!

  

  Janet H. replied:

  I think it depends on what you are making exactly. For SCA garb, linen, wool and silk are my favorites I 3 rd the endorsement for www.fabric-store.com for linen. Cosplay is a bit more open-ended in that you aren't trying to fit "historically accurate" and the costumes can vary so widely, I think it would have to be looked at on a case by case basis to determine the best fabric for each piece of a cosplay outfit.

  

  Dawn H. replied:

  I wear early 16 th century German and love working in wool. Normally www.fabric.com has a yearly sale and that's where I pick up my wool for the year. For inner layers I use linen and get it from www.fabric-store.com

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• Referral from October 16, 2011
  

  Erin C. asked:

  So..now that I've kinda got this sewing thing down..I'd like to get some nice fabric. The local Joann's is nice, but kinda limited. Suggestions?

  

  Annette W. replied:

  www.fabric-store.com Three layers of the ILO-19 linen will pass most fencing armor requirements <3

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