If you can't get to NYC, this is the place! Fantastic selection of special occasion and theatrical…read morefabrics at good prices. There's so much fabric it's a little tricky to navigate, but it's always an adventure! Also excellent selection of trims.

Review is just for buttons, I needed buttons for a hand knit and made the mistake of going to…read moreJoann's first... now I know better. They have a huge selection of buttons from basic to very fancy and in large quantities of each. I didn't look through the fabrics as I haven't been sewing much lately but they seem to have a ton. I will definitely come here first next time I need buttons. And I will bring cash - minimum card charge is $10. I should bring the garments as well, since they keep the buttons behind the counter and I have old lady eyes so it was a little tricky to explain what I wanted from a bit of a distance but I did manage.

People use the word "hidden gem" all too often. However in the case of Willow, an unexpected…read moreboutique in Petworth on a street more known for restaurants and bars (Petworth citizen and Domku) this word is absolutely fitting. This store has been open for more than a year and I can't believe me and my credit card haven't found this place earlier.This store is the cutest boutique I have been to in DC! Whether you're looking for a gift for a young women in your life, or looking to expand your wardrobe, a trip to Petworth will definitely pay off!! If you like brands like YA and Tulle, this is the place to go. There are no shortages of cute dresses and tops, with affordable prices (it's also the least expensive boutique I have been to). They also have one rack of vintage clothing, that's all in good shape and look repurposed. I tend to not wear vintage clothes, not cause I am a snob, only because people from the past were really really thin and my modern day thighs won't fit a thing here, but if you're lucky and thin, don't pass this rack by. I nearly dragged in half a rack of clothing into the dressing room with me, and thanks to Lia who reminded me of exactly how many striped dresses I own I walked away with only a cute peplum top for $26( https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=529507513830592&set=a.150739758374038.31207.127311010716913&type=1&theater) which looks like nothing I own and perfect for going out. Lia however did not remind me of my polka dot addiction, and I also walked away with a set of four tiny vintage cute ceramic bowls in red and white polka dot pattern. I know this is a clothing boutique mainly, but definitely if you find yourself in here do not overlook the vintage homewares. Cute plate sets (4 for $19), ring holders and ceramic casserole dishes are everywhere. It's like cute Anthropologie stuff without the inflated nonsense prices. The owner who was completely delightful invited us back for a 30% off event party, which is timed perfectly with my next payday. Coincidence? I think not.

Willow is a SUPER cute women's clothing and accessory boutique in Petworth. Check back frequently…read morefor items on sale (I've got my eye on a few summer dresses). It's also one of my go-to places for cute and unique cards and gifts (jewelry and a few household goods like DC themed glassware!). Have a friend expecting a baby? Pick up a DC flag onesie. This is a wonderful part of the Upshur retail area and definitely worth a trip if you don't live in Petworth. (The owner, Julie, also owns the delectable Lulabelle's Sweet Shop on the block!)

My mother recommended G Street Fabrics to me after our local JoAnn closed, and she spoke highly of…read morethe store from her years of shopping here. I wanted to continue supporting it for that reason and for its sense of community, but my experiences have been consistently disappointing. Yesterday was my final straw. I am new to sewing and come in seeking guidance on fabric selection and product education, yet nearly every visit is met with dismissive or rude customer service. The older representatives in particular often do not greet me and respond reluctantly or faintly when I ask for assistance. Help is provided, but it often feels like an inconvenience unless they are in the mood. Yesterday, when I asked a representative at the fabric counter for help understanding a product, she was short-tempered and instead told me they were closing at 5:15 p.m., despite the website listing a 7:30 p.m. closing time. The interaction felt rushed, dismissive, and disrespectful. At checkout, I asked for a bag for several small tools and fabric. The cashier said they were running low, and etc and tossed the bag at me. This type of behavior has happened on multiple visits and consistently dampens the experience. I truly wanted to like this store, but the repeated lack of basic courtesy--especially toward newer customers--has made me unwilling to return. I hope management takes these ongoing customer service issues seriously.

G Street Fabrics is truly my happy place. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, and their sewing…read moreexpertise shows in everything they do. They've been in business for over 80 years, and their deep sewing knowledge really sets them apart from other stores. Most employees have been here for years--some for decades--which truly shows their dedication and love for what they do. Even the store owners are very dedicated; you'll often see them on the floor greeting customers, which shows how much they care. Courtney is super helpful and really knows pattern making, Linda has been part of G Street for decades, and Leo is incredibly knowledgeable and always willing to help. You'll soon know everyone by name because they naturally become your sewing-expertise coaches. I even call them the fabric whisperers because they always seem to know exactly what you need. I bought my sewing machine here with Esther's help--she is so kind and genuinely wants you to succeed long after your purchase. They also offer upholstery services and sewing-machine repairs--both of which have saved me more than once. And I have to give a special shout-out to Lew, the sewing tech. He's the absolute best and always knows exactly how to fix any issue. I can't recommend G Street enough. It's a must-visit for anyone who sews, creates, or simply loves beautiful materials.

Been shopping here for years great fabrics and wonderful staff. Love the store. Best price and…read morequality fabrics in the area.

This fabric store has been in business for 30+ years, and I have been a recurring customer for…read morethose years. I have spent $$$$ here. I teach dollmaking and other crafts, and have even purchased ready-made African outfits from here for cultural celebrations. The owner and his family have always been friendly, courteous, and helpful. They are one of the few surviving stores that carries the latest African fabrics in the Prince Georges County area. Please give them your business, and regard some of the other negative reviews perhaps as coming from people whose expectations were not met with their idea of an African fabric store. This is not a fancy store, or one like the big chain fabric stores. Admittedly it is arranged in a way that is very different from traditional fabric stores. If you've ever shopped in the garment district in New York in one of its places where fabrics are piled to the ceiling, you'll almost feel like you are in one of those types of stores. This store is loaded with tons of fabrics and sewing notions, as well as jewelry and ready-made outfits. The fabric for the most part is on large heavy rolls, thus it is not easy to move them around a lot as one previous reviewer complained that the owner would not do. The store has its own charm, personality, and atmosphere. Give it a try. If you really want quality fabric, buy here, and put your high expectations to the side, and walk away with the fabric you came to buy.

This is such a cute shop and I loved the beginner sewing series so much that I signed up for…read moreanother class. The class lasts about 2 hours. Everyone wears a name tag (as someone who is not good with names, I LOVE this!). At the beginning of class everyone does an introduction. Everyone was so friendly and it was a very nice community. The area is cute and there are restaurants nearby to grab a bite to reward yourself. The instructor was very kind and patient with the students! Add to it calendar immediately after you receive confirmation for the class because the time doesn't show up in your email confirmation. There's plenty of parking nearby. Most parking allows for up to 3 hours (max). I recommend checking out the shop. They also still fabrics and other items. Don't judge my finished product too harshly

I took a beginners class here - it had plenty of street parking around the shop, convenient hours…read more(class was from 6pm-8pm), a small class size (8 for sewing machine basics), and an informed staff. The instructor (Valerie, I believe) was very detailed in her instructions that included threading a machine, debugging, ironing, sewing different stitches and lengths, assembling and dissembling the machine, and making a mini pillow. After she demoed different steps, she would have us try and wandered the room quickly correcting us if something wasn't quite right. We also had to repeat each action twice to develop the muscle memory. There are classes available for all things a beginning sewer needs to know up to how to make your own bodice at advance levels. The store has patterns, fabric, and take-home kits. If you cannot make a scheduled workshop, you can do the lesson over private instruction. I had followed YouTube instructions before and done lots of searches trying to figure out how to sew with limited success. This class multiplied my knowledge by 1000 and helped me identify what I was doing wrong on my own so I could course correct. If you're interested in learning to sew, this is your place!

Awesome local fabric shop, lots of bolts to choose from!…read more Clean and well organized on the inside, welcoming atmosphere, friendly customer service. Will definitely return for future projects!

If you're into sewing, croqueting, and more, there's no better place. Along a main road in…read moreHyattsville with many other shops, this spacious store sells all sorts of yarn, string, and more. They even sell kits to help teach you how to croquet. Staff are friendly and passionate at connecting you to their art.

Great place to buy fabric from! Make sure to ask for Lupita Land, her customer service skills is…read moreexcellent! She also speaks Spanish so that is a big plus for a lot of people!!! Vina, the owner, is also very nice. I have been buying fabric for my business here for several years now.

The lady who we had help us through the store was swift and new her fabrics. We were surprised how…read morelittle time we actually spent there and it was very pleasant. Pricing was fair and you could tell they really cared about their business.

I signed up for a class in March but requested to cancel or reschedule before the course date. I…read morecalled with no response and followed up with an email. Eventually, I received a text from someone at the shop. Unfortunately, it became clear that customer service is not a priority here. The person who texted me told me to just reschedule, but there was no follow-up or flexibility offered. Later, I was automatically enrolled in a class without being consulted, and the date didn't work for me as I was out of town. I'm now moving back to my home state and can't attend any future sessions, but they refused to offer any refund--even a partial one. While I understand this is a small business, the lack of communication and unwillingness to work with customers is disappointing. I'm now out $195 with nothing to show for it.

This place is a JOKE!!! I had 1 session and needed to reschedule for the second because I had hand…read moresurgery and DONNA claimed she never received any of my calls or emails notifying her of my surgery. I had my daughter go up to her place of business in Mt Rainier just to tell her I called and sent email. she claimed her mother had cancer and she was not having any more classes at that tim. She claimed she will reach out to me but she never did and she took my money!! Don't trust her or anything she says because she is a liar! THIS BUSINESS IS A JOKE.

The service was horrible. I went there for a custom outfit. They told me it would take a month to…read moremake, no problem. I contact them the week I was supposed to pick it up and they said it would be another 3wks! Firstly, if they were going to be late on the delivery, shouldn't they be the one to contact and inform me? Secondly, they new my event was that week, so again, if you are unable to meet your timelines, you should be contacting me ahead of time with options or at least allow me time to figure something else out. I was stressed, but did not become angry until talking to them. They were rude and tried to withhold my money. I had already paid upfront for everything yet they had the audacity to say they wouldn't refund me until the dress arrived. Make that make sense?! A dress. That would be arriving weeks later, that I cannot use is what's holding up my refund? I drove over there and collected my money immediately. I will not be returning or referring them to others. Quite disappointing

My daughter and I stopped by yesterday evening after discovering that the fabric stores where we…read morewere originally headed had already closed. What a blessing that turned out to be! Upon entering we found ourselves surrounded by a huge selection of the most beautiful variety African imported fabric we could ever have possibly wished for: lace, george, aso oke,, wax prints, silk, velvet, brocades, chiffon, batik..., you name it and you will find it here. There is also beautifully-designed men's and women's clothing for sale, from everyday wear to fashions for a glamorous evening out, or an elegant wedding. We will encourage family and friends to shop here with our people, where the customer service was excellent; friendly, kind, helpful, respectful and welcoming, even though we discovered it was actually closing time, We are so pleased in every way to have found a new business to support. R. Pringle

Fantastic yarn store that also fabric and sewing items in the same location! The service was…read morefantastic when my mom and I stopped by recently to stock up, with a very helpful person at the cash register. I was also pleased to see the sale areas on yarn and we got some good deals.

Great shop! My husband and I took a cable knitting class and learned so much! Our teacher, one of…read morethe owners, was so helpful and thoughtful. We now feel comfortable trying out a cable pattern on our own and she taught us some other helpful tips and hints. Great selection of notions, needles and yarn. Even some dyeing kits and needle felting equipment. Very reasonably priced for the items and the class. Can't wait to tell return!