One of the few things people know about me is my love of garb. I have so many bits of fabric and…read morestuff around for making garb all because this shop has the most wonderful fabric. On a recent expidition, my garb got an upgrade courtest of glitter fabric paint. Absolutely fantastic place stuffed full of fabric and the knowledgeable staff you need to get whatever you need. I highly recommend spanding hours and lots of money in here!

Originally I quite enjoyed visiting the ramshackle but very well-stocked fabrics, haberdashery,…read moreembroidery and crafts side of Masons in Bath Street. Although somewhat time-consuming to work through on your own to find what you need - it has an old shop appeal to it that some can find charming, the items that I've wanted for general sewing, embroidery and craft projects have usually been handily in stock. However, I've always found the staff to be very intimidating to speak to; I've been glared at for asking a polite question or advice, I've been ignored queueing at the counter in a practically empty shop when staff have been chatting to each other and, generally, made to feel I was unwelcome or an annoyance to be put up with. I thought the adjoining crafts and embroidery shop had more approachable people, but even that has changed in recent months to being greeted with unsmiling demeanours and barely a word spoken. What I decided was my final visit to this shop was having one of the trainees/temporary staff that regularly change on the haberdashery and fabrics section serve me with all the bad attitude that a bored, inexperienced and unhappy teenager can muster. Much eye rolling and huffiness ensued as an older staff member deliberately walked off and left the trainee alone to serve. For some minor purchases this was an unnecessary, and really off-putting, performance. I like to buy locally and support businesses, even at higher prices than you can find elsewhere, but not when I'm repeatedly treated to terrible customer service. Especially when it is noticeable that some customers immediately receive much more help and attention. If you don't mind the varying levels of service and attitude, then Masons is worth visiting for its wide range of stock. If you prefer to be treated with at least minimal courtesy and helpfulness as standard, best look elsewhere.

I come to London pretty regularly and always walk by this shop and think "next time I'm going to go…read morein and check it out". Well, the next time finally happened and I went in and I can't believe I waited so long! They have an amazing selection of fabric at reasonable prices. I brought a few meters back to the states with me to make some unique pieces and I can't wait to visit them again soon!

Next to the mother Cloth House based at 98 Berwick Street, more towards Oxford Street you will find…read moreall the cottons and weave of Cloth House 47. The shop is fresh and bright and always has an original display. Unlike to the other Cloth House on Berwick street, there I am always nicely welcomed. Of course the prices are nothing comparable what you could bargain for in Shepherds Bush. However, you know exactly what content the fabric is and you have a deep as well as wide selection. If you wonder what the big brown paper bags with the art deco face on it is - the brand mark of Cloth House unmistakable!

Blanshards is a lovely shop in Wantage, one of only a few classic fabric shops around now. The man…read morewho runs the shop is very helpful and will always do his best to find you what you need or order it in for you if its not something he currently has in stock. You can find lots of little gems, buttons, beads and trinkets for crafting and sewing plus a good stock of fabrics around the shop. If you spend some time rummaging you can often find a good little bargain. I wish there were more shops like this in Wantage the old school local run business with a local owner who goes out of his way to help the local community. They often advertise local events in the windows too

Great shop. Its such a treat to spend some time looking at the items for sale in this shop - from…read morethe buttons, threads to the materials. The staff are really friendly and can help with any of your projects. They have often given me some really useful advice that has made a difference to my project. Well worth a visit and your support. This type of shop is such a joy.

I was visiting from Michigan and the lady in the store could not have been more helpful. Delightful…read moreplace and super friendly. I would highly recommend this place.

Heaven in Henley. Open only on Mondays and a handful of other days (check the website), this…read morewarehouse store cum quilting club/classroom is a local treasure. The fabric alone is a visual feast: - any mom/mum of a young child should swing through here at least once to understand what a fabulous resource is near at hand - any craft-loving tourist with an hour to kill should walk the flat half-mile from town to pick up gorgeous stuff you just won't find at home - any new householder should swing by to find some decorating options that won't break the bank, while adding colo(u)r and flair And, for local quilters and sewers (or those who would-be) the knowledgeable, cheerful staff are so helpful with tips and solutions. They are also just plain accommodating and nice, while the ladies who come for the fortnightly quilters circles are just lovely.

Just Wright Fabrics is fantastic!! It has an extensive range of fabrics in all sorts of colours and…read moretextures, there is sure to be something for everyone. I got all my net curtains from Just Wright and picked a fantastic black textured satin material and had some curtains made, they look fantastic!! Staff are very friendly and extremely helpful.

When in Oxford and in search of a quality art supplies selection, the Broad Canvas is pretty much…read moreyour only places to go, no literally, other than a few stores selling art stuffs here and there, the Broad Canvas is the only full art store in the centre of Oxford. I've always greatly appreciated the customer service and selection here, top notch, and I love finding new and interesting craft items. They have an extensive selection of everything for the brooding painter to the impoverished architecture student (yay student discount) and everyone in between. The only thing they are missing a significant selection of are fabric supplies, however this can be forgiven. Before checking anywhere else, always try the Broad Canvas.

Broad canvas is a super little shop. As an avid crafter, I love going there to see the latest…read morestamps, inks, and crafting supplies. Despite the small size of the shop, they cram in an awful lot of goodies- it is like an Alladin's cave, and so you need to allow yourself time to explore it thoroughly! They stock a wide selection of paints and other artists materials upstairs, and then the small staircase leads downstairs to the craft section. They sell some lovely toppers and are great inspiration for card-making and scrapbooking. The prices are quite expensive, but then sadly most craft shops are. A lovely shop and well worth a look for avid crafters as well as beginners.