Thread: Are you in NYC? Where do you buy fabric?

I like City Quilter a lot but they don't always have what I want. I haven't had much luck finding other stores around here. Fiber Notion in Brooklyn is tiny. Any suggestions? I've done some ordering online but I prefer to see stuff in person.

Um, the garment district?

B&J's http://bandjfabrics.com/
has a ton of batiks and novelty prints, but they're usually more $$$ than in a regular LQS (although these days $13 doesn't sound so high). And I think their minimum cut is 1/2 yard (?).

Many of the shops have quilting cottons as well, but don't expect coordinated displays or whole collections.

There used to be a great place in Bay Ridge that sold quilting cottons for $4/ yard.
We used to walk out with 50 yards of fabric for $200. It was great.
You never knew what he'd have in stock, and it could be hit and miss, but the hits were worth the trip. As for the misses, there was always a great lunch available nearby.
You could always call ahead to see how many bolts are in the store.
Great prices on the home dec fabric - if something strikes your fancy.

J and A Fabrics, 306 83rd Street, Brooklyn, NY (718) 238-1440

If you have to touch the fabric, there are larger traditional quilt shops in Rockland County and Northern NJ, all an easy drive (if you have transportation).

I was in the city last week, and was disappointed in the city quilter. I ended up buying a couple of things, but expected to find more of a variety.. There are stores in the garment district that have fabric. Since I'm on the island, I tend to go to Joann's.. I became aware that there are tons of beautiful prints online, but I'm stuck for space so don't have a lot of yardage.. I also tend to like scrap quilts, and the variety of colors..

Thanks, I'll do some more exploring. What is it with City Quilter? It should be great. And don't get me started on Purl Soho!