Fantastic selection of fabrics, haberdashery with a good selection of arts and crafts materials…read more Go support this family run independent shop and get proper customer care and service.

This shop is in Balham London, not in Epsom !!!, I was looking to see what there is in Epsom,…read moreanswer ? nothing !!!if you are looking for wool shops don't go to Epsom !!, who does these lists of shops they need a better map.

Affordable materials and lots of opportunity for browsing can be found in this little den of…read morefabrics, along with its amusingly dry owner. If you're a beginner like me don't expect tons of help, you're more likely to be waved over to look for yourself and will have to figure out if the fabric you chose will work for the project you have in mind. For the well researched beginner and upwards, though, this place is a pleasant antidote to the lofty yuppiness of John Lewis and its brethren, and the market's just round the corner for a post-shopping snack.

I had passed this fabric shop many a time, but never gone in. It looked like hard work and for…read moreevery nice fabric you may have to search through 100 foul rolls to find it. I was mistaken, my usual fabric shop was shut so rather than a wasted journey, I went in to have a look. Half an hour later I had whittled my selection down to an arm full of jerseys several wools and a few tartans. They have a pretty big selection bearing in mind the size of the shop and the price is amazingly reasonable. Now I have no reason to buy fabric anywhere else. But do bear in mind once the stock is gone, its gone... so buy what you see.

I visited this shop during a short stay in London, mainly because it was an independent shop and…read more(very!) easily accessed by train. As we know, indie shops can be hit or miss, since they tend to fit the owner's tastes...but I have to say, this shop had me wanting to buy ALL THE THINGS and start up many new crafts. (Restrained myself, as I had limited luggage space and Parisian craft shops on the itinerary.) Yarn and apparel fabrics were the main attractions for me--I picked up some cotton that later became a skirt, and a couple balls of bulky British yarn that are now keeping a friend's head warm in Toronto. I also added notions, markers, iron-ons, and paper goods to my craft arsenal. (I don't normally do paper stuff but how could I not buy giant cross-stitch paper??) I was super impressed by the machine parts collection--who knew that many feet existed?! I probably walked the whole store 3x to make sure I wasn't missing anything I couldn't live without. Anyway, amazing stock aside, the owner is incredibly sweet & kind. We had a nice little chat about the shop, and she graciously shared some business tips. Since that visit, I've been following her Instagram and *really* wish I had managed to take a class when I was in town. (Now I know for next time!!) The shop is bright, cheery, inviting, and beautifully pulled together. If you're in London and you or someone you love is a crafter, swing by this store. You're bound to find something(s) wonderful.

Fawonderfu place Just what we crafters need…read more So nice to see what u need instead of buying on net Excellent selection and first rate classes at good price All materials supplied

Creative Quilting is the place to go if you are into quilting. I am not - I have never done a days…read morequilting in my life, but if I were to, it would be here. They also cater for people like me too - a 'Patchwork Virgin' (that is what they call the people on the introduction course). There are plenty of courses on offer here, including making your first quilt. The courses run all year and are inexpensive. There is also a large section here of childrens fabrics, for cots and blankets. The fabrics are absolutely adorable, when I last came here I spied a fabric of my favourite childrens book - The Hungry Caterpiller. If I were five again I would have loved this as a bedspread. The fabrics range in price, if some are a bit expensive then there is a Bargain Corner - of discounted lines and off cuts. This place needn't just be for old dears!

The range of sewing classes is really superb. I learn something every single time I visit this…read morelovely shop. I love looking at the brand new products on sale in the shop as well. Recommended if you wish to try something new etc in addition. I love to feel and touch the books tucked away in a corner of the shop too. This is a completely unique place.

I've had pretty mixed experiences at this place. The atmosphere of the place gives you the sense…read morethat the fabrics have all been there forever - like everything's just old stock and they haven't managed to get rid of it; the whole place feels a bit dusty. Even thought they advertise themselves as one of the largest carriers of Liberty fabrics, if you're actually a fan of Liberty's textiles, I'd suggest you go to Liberty itself rather than coming here, since frankly, I feel like the "enormous" Liberty stock is a lot of unpopular leftovers that never sold. Aside from Liberty fabrics, the other textiles they carry just aren't that nice - but the prices don't reflect their relatively underwhelming quality - not that they're expensive or even overpriced, per se, they just aren't a good value... you wouldn't dash in here in a pinch and come away with something you were fond of, nor something that was a bargain. The service here is also mixed. I once had a great experience when I was once looking for a very specific type of fabric in a very specific colour, and they were very helpful to the extent that they searched with me and even went out of their way to check their back stock. So at times they really seem to care about serving their customers, but I've also had just *okay* service here - so it probably all just depends on who is working. For the most part, I'd say there's no good reason to make a point of coming here... unless you're looking for an out-of-print Liberty fabric, which they very well may still have... collecting dust on the shelf.

I almost didn't go to Shaukat because of the previous review, so I kind of feel obligated to tip…read morethe scales a bit here, as I really enjoyed myself. The service when I went in was extremely hands-off. I don't like to be bothered when I'm shopping, but even so... I felt totally lost in the store and really could've used some guidance - signage - a friendly staff person - something. That said, when I actually asked for help, they were friendly and told me everything I needed to know. I found a lot of classic prints, including Capel, which is my one true fabric love, at cheaper prices than at Liberty itself - not everything here is just old prints that didn't sell, lots of the patterns they had were on the shelves when I went to Liberty (although admittedly, it was more classics than seasonals). And they had the wool/cotton blend I wanted in a limited selection as well, which I was very excited about. All in all, I'm really glad I made the trip out here. Not luxe by any stretch of the imagination, but a really fun and affordable-for-Liberty-fabric shopping experience.

I love everything Cath Kidston but there was an employee of this store that unapologetically…read morefollowed me around the store like I was going to steal something. She was so obvious with her behavior she might as well of just said "I'm following you around because I think you're going to steal". Treating all of your customers as thieves is very odd.

What a clever idea Cath Kidston had when she set-up her first outlet; a real pioneer of the vogue…read morefor vintage chic. How her little empire has grown! This branch opened in 2007 and has really added something to Thames Street. Ever popular for trademark vintage-look fabrics, accessories and clothing, the shop appeals across the ages. I love their cute floral summer clogs, pretty bags and capsule clothing collection.

Lovely family-run gem of a fabric shop. Good quality fabrics at decent prices, not to mention a…read morehuge range. The real star though is their Liberty fabrics, both from their most recent collections and past years (sold off at a marked down rate). Definitely one to check out if you like sewing.

Classic Textiles are a solid, if fairly unspectacular fabric shop on Goldhawk Road. They have a…read morereasonable range of fabrics, many of which are of so-so levels of inspiration. And their staff can be a bit pushy, which is annoying. However, they are worth checking out for their range of linens, which they have at decent prices (£5 a metre).

I am guessing that kids need a lot of attention and tasks that keep them busy? Just a hunch. They…read morealways seem to be telling their mums that they are bored, so I guess keeping them occupied is one of those never ending tasks. If I had a child, The Pottery and Craft Studio in Thames Ditton would probably be my second home. I popped in the other day and it was filled with children, all completely engrossed in what they were doing. The premise is that you choose an item of pottery that you want to use, such as a mug, jug, teapot or plate and then set to work with your paints! Kids seem to love this kind of thing. Having said that, there is no reason why kids should have all the fun, they can do classes for grown ups here too, and can make plates and souvenirs for things like Weddings, Birthday parties etc. I liked the Hands and Feet option - where you come in with prints of your babies feet (which can also be done here), and they put the print into a frame, or onto something ceramic. So cute!