Visiting your local craft shop or haberdashery is a fantastic way to get inspiration and those essential materials for your next creation. Whether it’s a stunning patterned fabric you’re after, or just some friendly advice to develop your skills, here 12 creative South London craft shops and haberdasheries!
Roya Textiles
180 Rye Ln, Peckham, London SE15 4NF
A riot of colour, texture and culture, with vibrant patterns and shapes jumping off every shelf, Roya Textiles are perfectly suited to supplying fabrics to the people of Peckham. Bright, bold and affordable, Roya Textiles must be a go to for aspiring dress makers that want their creations to stand out from the crowd. They are always innovating and love experimenting with different colour and shape combinations to create some truly unique patterns. Don’t forget to use your South London Club card and get 10% off!
Roya Textile
Sewing and Craft Superstore
292-312 Balham High Rd, Tooting Bec, London SW17 7AA
With two enormous floors packed full of craft materials, the Sewing and Craft Superstore is the largest independent haberdashery in London. It is a crafty wonderland of materials, dress patterns, machines, dylon products, cake accessories, knitting products and more! Having opened back in 1946, this incredible craft shop is still going strong today because of its wonderful support from the loyal local community. Take advantage of your South London Club card and get 10% off all items except sale items and machines!
Sewing & Craft Superstore
Really Maria
15 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, London, SE22 8EW
Really Maria deservedly boasts over 1000 stunning and versatile cotton fabrics that can be used for quilting, dressmaking, soft furnishings, toys, costumes, cushions, bags and more! They love pushing the boundaries of colour and bringing brightness to East Dulwich. Other products that fill their shelves include funky lampshades, handmade bags, cushions and rag doll making kits. A recent achievement for this store is that they won Best Independent Craft Business Retailer 2020 at the NEC Awards!
Really Maria
PAK Cloth House
3 The Boulevard, Balham, London SW17 7BW
Having been operating at the same spot now for over 50 years, PAK Cloth House is revered as the best fabric shop in the area. Selling a mixture of textiles, from Asian fabrics to floral prints and table cloths, the team at PAK make sure they stay on top of the latest trends and fashions. Locals praise the staff for their friendly and approachable service, making it a regular stop for Wandsworth craft enthusiasts. Don’t forget to use your South London Club card and get 10% off!
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Peter and Joan
119 Deptford High St, Deptford, London SE8 4NS
Locals love Peter and Joan for its wide range of products that every haberdashery - and shop in general - needs to stock. Think cooking accessories, tools, embroidery tools, fabrics, electricals and the list goes on. Having been named ‘a pleasure to visit’ and ‘a special place’, we’d highly recommend checking out Peter and Joan, even if you’re just looking for some friendly advice.
Deptford Anchor SE8 - Giclée Art Print
Balham 90s Style Unisex T-Shirt
Stag and Bow
8 Dartmouth Rd, Forest Hill, London SE23 3XU
Stag & Bow is a celebration of making, sharing skills, stories and knowledge, materials and history. These capture perfectly the ethos and purpose behind this unique small business in Forest Hill. Don’t be fooled by the shop being located in an old Victorian building, for inside is a paradise full of colour and imagination, celebrating skill sharing in all things crafty. They sell a variety of haberdashery products, including: Threads, trims, and cords; scissors, pins, and needles; Ribbons and buttons; knitting supplies, dressmaking patterns, yarn, and much more. Bring along your South London Club card and get 10% off haberdashery products and workshops!
Little Woollie
56 Beckenham Lane, Bromley BR2 0DQ
Little Woollie specialises sewing, crochet and knitting patterns in an array of stunning colours. Not only do they sell products like a typical haberdashery, but they also teach! Come along to one of their workshops or classes and learn how to knit anything from socks, to scarves and even learn how to make your own dress! They welcome locals of all abilities from beginners to advanced, with each class giving you the opportunity to hone in on your skills and learn something new.
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Cowling & Wilcox
8-12 Orpheus St, Camberwell, London SE5 8RR
Possibly the largest art-supplier of it's kind this side of the river, Cowling and Wilcox have been supplying artists in London since 1960. Having adapted with the times, the Cowling & Wilcox art supply shop in Camberwell is perfectly suited to meet the needs of studying artists, professional artists and even those just looking to explore their creativity in a leisurely capacity. If you’re looking to work those creative cogs this 2020, check out Cowling & Wilcox! Use your South London Club card and get 10% off!
Cowling & Wilcox Ltd.
Sharp Works
220 Railton Road, Herne Hill, London SE24 0JT
Sharp Works is the shop to hit if you’re looking for unique and fun yarns and patterns for knitting and crochet. Their yarns range from thin for more precise designs, to chunky for extra comfort, with the staff more than happy to take requests and order in specific designs. They also run knitting and crochet classes for all levels, whether you’re looking for a class that’s well-rounded or a class focusing on a specific technique.
Sharp Works
Beckenham St.George's Church BR3 - Giclée Art Print
Forest Hill 90s Style Unisex T-Shirt
Simply Fabrics
48 Atlantic Road, Brixton SW9 8JN/ 57 Atlantic Road, Brixton SW9 8PU
As the name suggests, Simply Fabrics should be your go to place for fabrics to turn your creative visions into realities. Not only do local creators stop by this store, but they have also sold fabrics to fashion designers, event organisers, costume makers as well as TV, Film and Theatre production companies. Some of the different materials you’ll find include satin, vegan wool, denim, spandex and more.
Simply Fabrics (Brixton, London)
Fabrics Galore
52-54 Lavender Hill, Battersea SW11 5RH
Fabrics Galore stocks some of the most beautiful patterns and colour designs in South London. These fabrics will inspire your next creation, with the staff spending a long time curated only the highest quality fabrics and designs they think their customers will fall in love with. Just a few of the types of fabrics they have in stock include brushed cotton, linen, gingham, corduroy, jersey and much more. Not sure you want to make the commitment of buying a large roll of fabric, try out their adorable swatch service to get a feel of the fabric.
Fabrics Galore
Rolls & Rems
111 Lewisham High Street, Lewisham, London, SE13 6AT
Rolls and Rems is a quaint fabrics store in Lewisham adored by locals for their wide range of fabrics and home furnishing supplies that make it a classic haberdashery. It has been trading since 1977 and is still busy today, with locals lining up to support this independent business. Rolls and Rems work hard to keep their stock current and trending, selling cotton, wool and tweeds, silk, satin, fur and more. You’ll also find curtain fabrics here!
Rolls and Rems Fabric Retailer
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