On a visit to York I happened upon this shop. The have a large selection of dressmaking fabrics…read morealong with haberdashery. They also sell sewing machines. I found the staff extremely helpful. I do think it is a shame they no online presence.

visited this shop to simply purchase fabric big enough to make my garment, how difficult could that…read morebe? Apparently it's got to be extremely difficult. the employees made it a lot more complicated than what it should be as well as patronising myself and someone else i was with. once we finally got past the not needed struggle of how big the fabric should be, the next issue they seemed to point out was how the fabric wouldn't match even though i told them it doesn't matter. Excuse me but this is my garment, it will look how i want it to look. It would of been a lot easier if i cut it myself or gone to a different shop as someone else told me their experience was a lot easier as the owners had common sense of how big the fabric should be.

Incredible art store. I was blown away by how well stocked the store is. I loved the top floor with…read morecool crafts and unique art gifts to purchase. The second floor had every art supplies I could dream of, and the bottom floor was an amazing selection of paper and canvas. Truly a great art store for all

Incredible place, but dangerous at the same time as you could easily spend a lot of money in here!…read more The first time I popped in was when I needed a few items for an event and I thought I'd gamble on Fred Aldous having the stuff I needed - they did! Anything you need for arts & craft or decorations they have it and with some good choice! I've now been in a few times when I need to pick up bits and bobs or essentials for work i.e. scissors etc. Loads of interesting present and gift ideas in here as well so if you're out and about birthday shopping or it's coming up to christmas - I'd say Fred Aldous is a great option with some similar style stuff to Oklahoma! Most of the stuff here is well priced and I've always been fairly surprised that my total wasn't higher when purchasing as I think the interior and style gives off an expensive vibe but really it's good value for money! A short simple review for a top NQ shop!

Constant changing stock makes this shop a ddelight to enter.Especially if you are a crafter,…read morejewelry supplies, cardmaking and scrapbooking. There is another part to the shop directly across which sells fabrics, knitting wools, cross stitch and every haberdashery need you may have.There are special offers in both these stores on a weekly basis and the staff will often order anything you might want. Good old fashioned service

From the owner: We are a specialist retailer, supplying card and paper crafts, scrapbooking, needlecraft, fashion…read morefabrics, dress patterns, wool and haberdashery. With our vast range of merchandise, we are known for excellent value. We are spreading the word that crafting is fun, enjoyable and tremendously satisfying.

i discovered this wonderful little craft shop in Abbey Wharf whilst visiting Whitby 5 years ago…read moreand was amazed at the quality of goods and the prices were it reignited my love of crafting and led to my learning new crafts. whilst visiting Whitby last year for the Regatta I was devastated to find they were no longer there so I set on a mission to track them down and with the help of locals found them at Pamela's their now home. I was delighted to find that whilst the range of goods had expanded greatly the quality and value for money was still the same. Nothing is to much trouble for the owner Michelle, if she doesn't have what you need in she will get it and post it on to you promptly.So impressed am I that I travel from Manchester just to shop there and I will continue to do so, it's unbeatable. there is also the option to phone up and order by post. I would highly recommend this shop. Christina happy customer

From the owner: We sell a fabulous range of cotton fabrics for quilters and dressmakers, along with haberdashery,…read morebuttons, needlework kits and threads, jewellery findings and yarn. We are a tiny shop that packs in an amazing amount of lovely things for craters

To a vintage shop enthusiast such as myself, a well stocked haberdashery is essential. Samuel…read moreTaylor's more than fits that description. Where else would I go for eyelets to adapt a skirt, shoulder pads to customise a jacket or a selection of decorative buttons to transform a shirt. Oh, the buttons! There is a whole wall dedicated to displaying these shiny treasures. It brings out the child in me, definitely provoking a kind of kid in a sweet shop reaction. Downstairs, there is a large number of fabrics to buy off the roll. I recently made a cape out of some gorgeous electric blue material from their basement, the vibrancy of the colour is stunning. I am constantly mentally modifying and reshaping clothing whilst shopping, safe in the knowledge that Samuel Taylor will be able to help me.

I absolutely rely on this shop. Being a total crafty I am always nipping in and out of here to top…read moreup on bits of ribbon and whatever other bits of shiny that I might need. For a start, this shop has got crafts covered from every angle. Card making, dress making, jewellery, masks, glues - you name it and they have it, or can order it in for you. I was looking for peacock feathers one time and the lady even offered to make a special order just for me! The shop is literally bursting with exciting bits, full of potential energy, to make and do. I love it. I think the thing that sets it apart for me, from most other craft shops, is the staff though. Even though the stock prices a little more than other places, the staff are so friendly and helpful that they make it feel personal and independent. When you ask their advice you are not asking some disinterested minimum wage robot, you are asking the wealth of, dare I say it, over thirty year's (*ahem* maybe even more!) knowledge and advice, which is always given over with great care and attention to detail. They deserve every star, and satisfy all my creative crafty needs!

They aren't kidding when they call this place a cave. The building is really old (I want to say…read moreseventeenth century) and the ceilings are super low. However, they're the only proper fabric shop in Knaresborough, and this is where I would buy fabric and trimmings from when I was first beginning to sew. The selection is small, but the ladies working here are ever so helpful and very pleasant. They've usually got quite a bit of unusual buttons and such that you wouldn't find in a more mainstream fabric shop. A great resource if you don't fancy going into Harrogate or York to pick up basic fabric or thread.

nice little boutque 50s chic glamour style clothing for women, has a range of handbags and…read moreaccessories. dresses, tops, skirts and trousers, but no jeans or casual wear! price wise its expensive! but the clothing seems well made, and even though its the 50s style, it still looks modern. and trendy! and some nice nighty styled dresses. underwear and swim wear. the handbags are really unusual, from leather, to sequined/beaded satin ones. i don't do accessories, but its the chunky type, colourful bangles, beaded necklaces etc