Stopped in here to take a look at drapery fabrics after having a tough time finding anything I liked at a few other great fabric stores (i.e. King Textiles, etc). MacFab moved here from Queen West a short while back and fits right into the trendy (but certainly more quiet) Leslieville 'hood. This place can be very intimidating but I had an easy time with Becks helping me traverse the endless books of samples at a lower price range. Shear fabrics are typically cheaper than drapes, which can vary in cost from around $35-$90+ per yard (thankfully only 1-yard minimum per order for those which must be custom-ordered). Beautiful, high-quality fabrics! BUT they're very expensive once you do the math. You'll get quality for the price (UV protected, high-traffic stain protection, etc), but jeez it's a punch in the wallet for sure. I appreciated the excellent and attentive service, with no bullying or pressure to buy. I wound up "renting" a book to take home and see in my space - easy with just a credit slip copy made and returned once you bring back the book, at no cost. While some of these prices are comparabl(ish) to Designer Fabrics in Parkdale, I'd say their selection at MacFab is a bit more youthful and up-to-date. Can't wait to go nuts here once I'm a millionaire! Tip! They've also got a home store on the North side of the street just a few steps West. Haven't been in, but I believe its more finished pieces/home decor items as opposed to fabrics. read more

For me, it's more a museum than a business since I have no hope of ever being able to sew and no plans of marriage in the near future. That said, I love to finger my way down the aisles -- touching the rich beautiful silk, then moving my way into the suede, and finally into the leather. They have rolls of funky, classic, and just plain exquisite fabrics. I really enjoy my tour of this place -- and of course there is no entry fee. read more

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They have great selection here - I was looking for a fabric to redo my couch in and found quite a few. The woman who helped me was very helpful, but when I asked if she could write down the names and codes of the fabrics for me she said "No, but you can" and gave me a pen and paper. I worked in retail for nearly 4 years and whenever asked I always wrote down info for customers. I found that really obnoxious and it put me off. I wasn't trying to be lazy, I was trying to make sure I was given the appropriate info for the woman who is redoing my couch. read more

So this is for the store on Queen St. EAST.....But i don't see a yelp for that location. So today the young girl at Mac Fab just told me the only reason they charge double the price for pattern hooks is ONLY bc their store is on the east end of Queen not on the west end as the others. REALLY?? No other reason to charge double for the same product. Disgusting. Pattern hooks are bought in bulk then resold.....this is disappointing. Lost shoppers. Pattern hooks at Mac Fab $1.50 per hook Neverans $0.88 per hook. And these 2 stores are 15 minutes away from each other. Plus I don't really think this was the best customer service response. read more

This is an interesting fabric and textiles store on Queen St. West. They have a lot of beautiful fabrics for upholstery, drapes and interior design (pillows, accent walls, etc). Come here if you are looking for: - steel and spring boning for corsets (note: they don't carry steel busks, but they do sell the caps for cut steel boning) - faux fur - unique and beautiful buttons - high end textiles: silk, suede, leather Things range from mid-priced to expensive. I only come here for specific things since it will stretch my budget quite a bit. I do not come here for my usual sewing notions and thread needs. read more

great store on the danforth. not a ton of fabric but amazing selection of trim and notions. lots of supplies for people who sew on industrial garment machines. read more

A question of TRUST, Don't pay anything up front! Over the last 2 years I have spent quite a bit of money in this store as well as referring clients. I placed a drapery and shade order with them for which they asked for a considerable deposit up front. I got the drapes but decided against the shades as their prices were not competitive. I asked for a refund of $350.00 which was unspent from my deposit. I have now spent the last year asking and chasing them for the money. Apparently they keep their records off site, more like they refuse to access them. I have sent numerous emails to Dale the owner and called but still no satisfaction. Really for $350.00 they risk their reputation! Beware of trusting them with your money!!! read more

This store is great, as is their sister store across the road. They have great fabrics. The store across the road has some fantastic examples of interesting things to do with textiles, like a velvet tufted wall treatment, which I totally fell in love with. Super great place, that's fun to peruse... read more

BUYER BEWARE! The only good thing about this company was that a staff member was helpful in choosing wallpaper. However, when I phoned in my order, I was quoted $454 a roll. I was told this was because of import duties, the Cdn. dollar exchange rate, and the fact that English wallpapers are expensive. I felt I had no choice if that was the going rate. I was NOT told all sales were final.1-1/2 hours later my husband found it online, from a B.C. company, for $187 a roll ( 60% of the price). I tried to cancel the order right away and the owner threatened me with litigation if I proceeded. Subsequently he avoided my calls and was rude when I came into the store. I will never shop here again. read more

MacFab is one stop shopping for fabrics, pillows, throws, wallpaper, custom furniture, and design advice. I've used them several times for home furnishing and outdoor patio cushions, and always so pleased with the quality of work and results - Dale and Patrick really know what works for you! read more

This tiny shop always has every kind of sewing notion I ever need for any project. A hop, skip and jump away from my home, I can pop in whenever I need X for the random thing I just started. They also have lovely displays and show off very inspiring works made by the local milliner. read more

personally i can't stand this place, but i know it fills a certain niche so i'll give it two stars for that. they sell amy butler fabrics for $20+/yd. that's obscene. i don't think you could ever get me to spend this kind of money on fabrics-- although they are very nice fabrics-- i'll give them that. read more

i took fabric in for a custom piece and after many inquiries..including being told on a phone conversation that they were too busy to deal with my inquiry, I was informed that the owner pitched it out. Incredibly poor business practice. read more