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!

This gorgeous gem of a material shop is somewhat hidden, being tucked around the corner (on a busy…read moreroad, granted) and so slightly off the beaten track, but that doesn't seem to detract from the quality herein. As the canal bubbles away next door, people mill in and out, browsing the many racks of bargain cuts, huge rolls of material and various assorted items. I came here for the first time a few weeks ago and it's like a crafties' dream. The shop itself is much bigger than those I've visited in Leeds, so there's a lot more choice, and the staff are really lovely and helpful. They have tons to browse, including a number of rolls with money off, and a range of racks with bargain-priced cuts. I purchased some gorgeous tapestry style material and some beautiful embroidered silk for a mere £10! It was meant to be a little more but she knocked off a few pounds and rounded it down to ten. Although there was a bit of a queue, which can't really be helped when purchasing different types of material, that certainly made it worth the wait. For a seriously dreamy browse bring your imagination and let it run wild. There's so much in here to choose from you'll forget what it was that you wanted to make in the first place and start a number of new projects based simply on the exciting material they have in stock!

Lovely little place. Really enjoyed looking. Got a few patterns half price and lovely material to…read moremake my dress. The two ladies who served us are lovely. Will be making a few more visits to this little gem.

This is probably the best-stocked fabric shop in the market with an extensive range of fabrics from…read morecotton, wool, acrylic, polyester and netting to lino and PVC for table cloths. B&M fabrics also earn bonus points for keeping their stock well organised and neatly displayed, which allows for easy browsing - other fabric shops in the market can have rolls of fabric stacked in slightly chaotic piles. Rather than just a counter you can actually step into the shop and browse the fabrics more closely enabling customers to get a good feel of all the fabrics on offer. The staff always seem to be very helpful but are also happy to allow you to browse. The prices here are probably about average for fabric shops in Leeds. If you don't find what you're looking for at B&M fabrics there are at least two other fabric shops nearby.

When I had grand ideas of making myself clothes with my recently inherited sewing machine I skipped…read morealong to the market to see what it had in store for me. I found B and M Fabrics with a great range of things, probably because they are providing fabric to people who can and do actually make their own clothes. I explained my idea to the fabric lady and she took the time to discuss and demonstrate how I could make a wrap-around skirt and how much material I would need to do this. So this was all really helpful but, alas, the skirt remains unmade. Aside from my grand plans, this fabric store has a wide range of fake-fur animal prints, and rolls of table cloth lino and lots of foam or wading.

Jacks Fabrics is one of several fabric shops in Leeds Market that, together with the others…read moresatisfies a wide range of fabric needs. Their offering includes a range of cottons, wools, acrylics and net. There are a variety of colours and prints and some shimmery sheer fabrics and lace. They also sell clothes patterns and have a section dedicated to curtain fabrics and a range of net curtains. Most of the prices are reasonable, some rather cheap and most are clearly indicated with neon tags...helpful when rooting through loads! The staff are friendly and helpful and happy to let you browse for as long as you need. I wouldn't say Jacks is my favourite fabric shop in the market but it is definitely worth a look!

The best fabrics shop in Leeds! I always come here to get my yarn and the service is always warm…read moreand welcoming! I definitely recommend this stall if you're looking to get super soft, great quality yarn.

M K Fabrics is one of the slightly more chaotic fabric shops in the market with rolls of fabric…read morepiled so high you can't quite imagine how some of them will ever come to be purchased. This shop has some quite fun fabrics with fluffy animal print, neon chunky fur, gingham, spots, stripes and a large stack of net in a rainbow of colours. M K Fabrics also has a neat little wool section with a room of its own tucked away at the side. Fabrics aren't really organised into types so a browse around this shop may require a bit of a dedicated rummage, but prices are reasonable and the staff are very helpful.

This is a good all round craft shop, especially for a small local high street…read more They specialising in sewing and needle crafts, They probably will have a suitable button to replace to one you lost, and the right size and colour zip so you can replace the broken one on your trousers. The have iron on hemming tape if you're not so handy too! If you're feeling very creative and like customising clothes they have dyes and fabric paints, as well as sew on appliqué patches. They have a good range of embroidery threads and patterns, as well as knitting wool and supplies. They also stock arty craft things and kits for children. So well worth checking out for something to entertain the kids in the school holidays

Habiknit is the larger of the haberdashers in the market, selling a wide range of sewing and craft…read moreitems. It is absolutely packed with stuff and is a bit of a treasure trove for crafty types. It is a card-maker's paradise with loads of stickers, bows, gems and decoupage kits in a range of designs to satisfy any blank card front. They stock all the obvious sewing supplies, including buttons, lace, ribbon, patches and decorative floral accessories. They also have a vast range of cross-stitch and embroidery related items for sale. It really is full to the brim with endless craft-items and one can spend a long while browsing around...though it is usually rather busy, showing its popularity. Prices are very reasonable and anyone with a passion for sewing and craft is unlikely to go away empty-handed!

From the owner: Haberdashery and yarn in the heart of Leeds. Situated in the historic Kirkgate market we guarantee…read moreto cater to all your haberdashery, card making and knitting needs at affordable prices. With stores across Britain its no wonder we are Britain's leading haberdashers and yarn merchants.

I came here to pick up a few bits for my sketchbook after hearing about it from a friend who's…read morepretty arty. I can't say I found anything completely inspiring or unusual but the basics of the kit you need were there. Brushes, Pencils, Card, Crafty bits and bobs....etc. The shop is reasonably priced and does have some nice quality materials.

Headingley don't have many arts and craft focussed shops around, but tucked up a back road,…read moreDisdale's is a resource for the artier of Headingley's residents. It is a traditional arts and crafts shops, selling quality materials in the way of fine paint brushes, drawing pencils of many kinds, quality paper meant for certain tasks etc. As I say in many other of my reviews, I prefer a more creative way of finding imaginative materials in unexpected places, rather than conforming to these sorts of traditional (overpriced) shops, but for what it is, it is a great thing to have in Headingley, away from the busy pub ridden road.