12 Days of Christmas - Day 10 Giveaway! (January 3, 2020)

Rita

January 03, 2021

Always looking for new fabric and inspiration

Mary

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabrics at rebsfabstash.com because they have what I love!

Alice Denny

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabrics at the Quilted Twins on line. Their selection is huge. They have the best prices at $5.99 a yard for most name brand cottons and $8.99_$9.99 for a wide array of batiks. Their shipping is very fast and communication is phenomenal.

Rhiannon

January 03, 2021

I shop mainly at Hobby Lobby. They have a large selection of fabrics and a nice remnant bin!

Christine

January 03, 2021

Sadly there are no wonderful shops with tables of fabric where i once ran my fingers through anymore… now my option is limited to Joanne not quite the same. I don’t use the web, i like to feel my fabric. For special projects,I’ll make the long drive to a wonderful old factory with old creaky wood floors and isles filled huge bolts of everything you can imagine overwhelm me.

Marilyn

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at Ziggie Lane online either Facebook group or on her website. Deb Fletcher has a wonderful assortment of quality woven fabrics at reasonable prices. She is easy to work with, quick to ship and my orders are problem free.

Carol

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric and sewing notions at JoAnn Fabrics or online.

Tamara

January 03, 2021

I do have a Joann in town, but it is a smaller one. They are great for basics and sales. I am fortunate to have a small chain, Field’s Fabrics also. They do not sell crafts, so their whole store is devoted to fabric and I have found the sales ladies are usually able to answer my sewing questions. For those little things that I can’t find I’ve had good luck at Homesew.com for doll size notions and also doll shoes to match my outfits.

Beula

January 03, 2021

I shop for many general sewing supplies/fabrics at JoAnn Fabrics or Hobby Lobby. For quilting fabrics I love our local quilt shop ….Helios in Mt. Verrnon, Iowa and or Heritage Fabrics in Amana, Iowa. Both offer fantastic fabrics, tremendous assistance to any of my quilting questions and help with fabric selection/coordination. Many of my doll clothes and craft projects use leftover fabric from the larger quilt projects. Win Win all the way around.

Frances Hopper

January 03, 2021

I shop for my supplies lately, since COVID, online. I try to go to Etsy as much as possible. I prefer to search in person for what I need but COVID has made that impossible.

Leah

January 03, 2021

I have found the things I need on Etsy or at Hobby Lobby. I do research at Pixie Faire if there is something I can’t find.

Lori

January 03, 2021

I shop online and love the patterns and the extensive variety available to me at Pixie Faire. With covid restrictions it is a win win for me 💕

Margarita Gajicki

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll accessories on-line on ebay and other sites. I was pleased with the convenience,

Pat

January 03, 2021

I shop for buckles at Joanns and zippers and shoe soles at Pixie Faire.. I was pleased with the quality.

Tarine Brown

January 03, 2021

“I shop for all sewing and doll supply at JoAnns Fabric. I am pleased with the variety of fabric, notions and all sewing supplies. The quaility is also exceptional. There customer service, is very good. The cleanliness of the store and the ability to find what your looking for is also a plus. I love that the offer buy online and same day pick up/curb side pick up in this pandemic.

Mary Bigger

January 03, 2021

I usually check out Hobby Lobby’s regular 50% off fabric dept and Sewology brand sales. They carry tiny buttons. Otherwise, my stash of many years is my major source. As friends and family have downsized I have been the beneficiary.

Billie C

January 03, 2021

I love to shop online at Girl Charley for knits and Farmhouse Fabrics for everything else. Girl Charley has 1/2 yrd bundles that they run specials on and I’ve really increased my solid color choices by taking advantage of these specials! Farmhouse Fabrics has such a huge selection of all different types of fabric, laces and trims. They sell 1/2 yrd increments and have a doll selection with tiny prints. Locally I go to JoAnns and Hobby Lobby.

Sandi

January 03, 2021

I don’t buy much fabric by the meter as we don’t have a fabric store in our city, but I do buy a lot of discounted clothes and reuse the fabric that way for the doll clothes. All other doll accessories come from Michael’s, 1.5 hrs away. Customer service at Michael’s is hit and miss.

Marty Blinde

January 03, 2021

When I need fabric, I shop at JoAnn’s. I’ve also bought from Etsy and other online stores. I get most of my patterns from Pixie Faire because I love their designs and like their business model.
Their customer service is the best.

Laura

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies and fabrics at my local Walmart as I don’t have a Joann’s close by. And ordering from Joann’s is always a pain because their shipping turnaround is terrible! Etsy and eBay are a plus for small zips and buttons. I also hit the thrift stores…wonderful finds there as well. Overall, I am pleased with the prices, selection, and convenience of Walmart.

Loronda Schuler

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll eyes at our local Hobby Lobby. I was pleased with the fact that they had some. We are 2 hours away from a major city.

Loronda Schuler

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll eyes at our local Hobby Lobby. I was pleased with the fact that they had some. We are 2 hours away from a major city.

Sarah Noll

January 03, 2021

I shop for supplies at Joann because i like seeing the fabrics in person. I also like Cottoneer.

Marjorie

January 03, 2021

Because of Covid, I have been shopping online at Etsy, JoAnn’s, Amazon, Ebay, etc. I have enough fabric to last for years but once in a while I need supplies. The convenience of products arriving at my door is wonderful.

Stacey

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at Bennions. I am always pleased with their selection and quality.

Toni

January 03, 2021

I am an avid supporter of Indie designers and suppliers. I like to read about the designers that Pixie Faire supports. I also try my best to buy my notions and bits and bobs from small businesses, especially during these hard times. My fabrics come from many places, especially from my personal stash. When I bought my 40 year old house it was completely furnished with the belongings of a senior couple and included loads of old linens. Many of those linens went to charity but I saved several for my sewing. Some of those have been turned into bags, purses, muslins for people clothes, and last, but not least, doll clothes. What can be better than using a 40 year old fabric to make a 1980 style doll dress?

LM

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing fabrics at Connecting Threads, Jenny Beyer, and Hancock of Paducah. I was pleased with their quality, customer service (this past year shipping has been sorry because of the virus).

Mary

January 03, 2021

I shop for cotton fabric at quilt stores online and in person when possible. I shop at Joanns for their sales and etsy for all the “little” things needed for sewing doll clothes.

Maureen A

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at fabric.com and have pleased with their prices.

Kim Chapman

January 03, 2021

I purchased a Brother server from Amazon. I have wanted one for a long time. I had checked prices and Amazon was the cheapest at the time. I just got it set up and am anxious to use it. I haven’t had any problems with Amazon. Also I got a bunch of new patterns, free ones from your sight, that I am so happy with snd excited to start sewing. Thank you for your great products and help!

Ann

January 03, 2021

I shop online wherever I can find what I am looking for – fabric.com, sewingmachineplus, homesew, amazon, joann, etc. I am pleased with good customer service and good pricing.

J Tabler

January 03, 2021

I shop for everything I need/want at my local fabric store (The What Not Shop). I am always pleased with her selection and service. I can’t think of one sewing supply she doesn’t have.

Violet

January 03, 2021

I shop online a lot as our stores don’t have a variety of the things I go for. I buy all my knitting patterns online. I am pleased with mostly all the places that have 18inch Doll patterns which is what I’m into right now.

Theresa

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies at Joann Fabrics mainly. This is where I get all my sewing essentials from fabrics to notions to craft supplies. When I can’t locate the item I need, they are always so helpful and will order for me. I do quite a bit of online purchasing especially during this last year. For patterns, I use Pixie Faire and have accumulated quite a collection.

Lynn

January 03, 2021

I shop at Goodwill for fabrics to repurpose. It’s always a fun treasure hunt to see how an ugly jumper can be turned into a darling dolly ensemble.

Linda

January 03, 2021

I usually shop flor thread at Walmart, but sometimes will venture to JoAnn Fabrics but it is so far for me. I have a very large fabric stash so typically do not but fabrics, however Hobby Lobby has had some I’ve had to buy! I thought my Mom died with the most fabrics but I am catching up to her!

Rachel

January 03, 2021

shop for fabric remnants at Joann fabrics. I am pleased with getting a variety of fabrics for my doll clothes at a good price. By picking remnants, you get ideas for all kinds of projects as you pick them "

Rachel

January 03, 2021

shop for fabric remnants at Joann fabrics. I am pleased with getting a variety of fabrics for my doll clothes at a good price. By picking remnants, you get ideas for all kinds of projects as you pick them "

Betty

January 03, 2021

I haven’t had to shop for fabric nor patterns recently because I have so much stuff in my stash at home. When I do need some little thing, I simply go to the Walmart across the road from my house. They used to have really good deals on remnants (of which I have quite a few in my bins at home), but these disappeared from the fabric area quite a while ago. I have a large number of store-bought patterns (Simplicity, McCall’s, Butterick) and a couple of binders full of ones I have gotten from Pixie Faire. I recently found a couple of cute ones at Doll-it-up online.

Debra

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies at Joann’s. I am pleased with their ability to find supplies during this past year. The quality is good and they will accept a return if I’m not happy with most anything I purchase.

MARLENE F GIESE

January 03, 2021

The ONLY fabric store in my small town is Walmart. They have some great buys, but usually not exactly what I want. I am a fabricholic, so I have enough fabric to last for Years. If I need something for sewing and Walmart doesn’t have it, I usually get it from Amazon.

Brenda L Isovitsch

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at the quilt shops, supplies on line, and patterns at Pixie Faire. I was pleased with the design and instructions of the Pixie Faire (Liberty Jane) patterns and classes.

Liana

January 03, 2021

I shop a variety of places from large chain stores, to thrift stores, local small businesses. Online I like Home Sew- great for notions like velcro, elastic, buckles, etc.

Emily Rasi-Koskinen

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies at Joanns or Hobby Lobby. They usually have what I want. For specialty patterns I shop pixiefaire. I buy zippers and Velcro from zipper that doll. All places have great customer service.

Sandra M Lyons

January 03, 2021

I live in a small tourist area will not fabric store or quilt shops. Joann’s is a hour drive each direction and I am no longer allowed to drive. I hate ordering online as I like to feel the fabric and hate returning items if I don’t like the quality .I had great results with small cuts on eBay and though they come from China the prices are amazing. I order supplies from Amazon and Etsy. Finding prints in scale for AG or smaller can be a challenge though.

Teresa

January 03, 2021

I shop at SewingMachine Plus! I am fortunate to live near their store. The customer service is fantastic and if they are ever out of an item, they bend over backwards to get it back in stock and to their customers as soon as possible.

Debbi

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll supplies at Pixie Faire. I was pleased with the selection of patterns for different sized dolls. I’m new at making doll clothes and this site has been very helpful.

Chris

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at my local shop. I was pleased with the customer service and the friendliness.

Jan Paul

January 03, 2021

I have shopped at Homesew for fabric, tiny buttons, colored Velcro and tiny buckles. The Homesew folks are great! I found a pack of fold-over elastic on Amazon and I get doll shoes on EBay or Facebook Marketplace. Locally, I’m limited to JoAnn or Hobby Lobby for all sewing needs. Both stores have really nice employees.

Peggy

January 03, 2021

I shop for all my supplies at JoAnn Fabrics. I like the selection and sales.

Joyce Allen

January 03, 2021

I shop at a variety of places such as JoAnn, Hobby Lobby, and online at Etsy. I find a wide variety of mdse at Etsy and the service is good and fast shipping. I have putchased items from Sewing Machine Plus also and am satisfied with their service too

Janet F

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll items and sewing/crafting supplies everywhere I go, but the majority of my sewing supplies I get at JoAnns. I was pleased with their fabric sales. My budget is tight, so it is super awesome when I can go buy several cuts of fabric for less.

Teresa-Jo

January 03, 2021

I live in a small border city so the local businesses that supply fabric and notions are few. There is a Fabricland which I frequent but there is also a small shop called A Stitch in Time. They specialize in quilt fabric ,machines, and accessories. When travel is once again safe & the border reopens, I will visit Joanne’s, Hobby Lobby and The Pickle Dish in Carleton Place, Ontario. I have ordered fabric online from a supplier in Alberta called Along Came Quilting & was pleased with their service as they worked with me on shipping prices.

D Brooks

January 03, 2021

I shop my quilting fabrics adifferent online sites. 1000 bolts, one nut, fabric.com etc.

BL

January 03, 2021

Under normal circumstances I find items at craft/quilt and sewing shows. I love to shop the vendors and see what is new.

Amy S

January 03, 2021

I shop for my supplies at my local Joann Fabric, it’s convenient and they take coupons and usually have what I want, this includes fabric and patterns. But I buy my speciality patterns from Pixie Faire, I have never been disappointed with the quality from their design group.

Debbie P

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at my local quilt/fabric shops, and The internet where I look for small owned quilt and fabric shops. I love the shop need’l love. They always have the best customer service. She was able to help me find just the right fabric and notions. Since I live in the middle of the desert with the nearest town 2 hoys away I have to rely on the internet shops and Etsy when my local stores don’t have what I’m looking for. Home Sew always have doll sized zippers and buttons.

ruth

January 03, 2021

I shop at my local Joann’s store, it is the only place in town these days. I also buy from Ebay and Etsy shops and definitely buy patterns from Pixie Faire and other sites like FarmCookies.

Marian Peoples

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies almost everywhere. I certainly frequent fabric shops from Mom and Pop shops at home and when I travel, JoAnn’s, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, thrift stores, yard and tag sales have all supplied me with fabric, buttons, other notions and novelty items. If you know quality you can buy anywhere. I have purchased commercial patterns, and Pixie Faire patterns. I also have a degree in Clothing and Textiles and draft quite a few of my own.

Kelly

January 03, 2021

I shop locally whenever possible; but I also always have two online favorite shops. I love to shop at Pixie Faire for doll clothes patterns because their patterns are top notch and their customer service can’t be beat! For small print cotton fabrics for my doll sewing, right now I shop at the Missouri Star Quilt Company. They have lovely quilting fabrics that work great for doll-clothes making, and also wonderful quilting templates and patterns. Their pre-cut fat quarters are usually just the perfect size for my projects.

Cynthia

January 03, 2021

I purchase a majority of my fabric and notions from Hobby Lobby and Joann’s ; occasionally at a local shop. I usually shop when things are on sale. Hobby Lobby’s clerks are always pleasant and at Joann’s some of the cashiers will try every coupon to see what works;not true at all Joann’s. Each of these places are 45 minutes away so trips are planned in advance; can’t just run out when in need. Would love to order online but I like to see and feel fabric. I ordered buttons online and they were too small and shipping is a drawback.

Mary

January 03, 2021

“I shop for most of my fabric at my local quilt stores. I was pleased with the selection and quality of the fabric and the customer service is great. I am a quilter so I use my left over stash for making doll clothes for a charity and my grand daughter. I do shop at Joanne’s for sewing supplies, trims and ribbons.

Dawn

January 03, 2021

I shop for patterns on ebay . I was pleased with reproduced vintage patterns from a-pattern-peddler. The quality was superb, shipping was extremely quick, price was good.

Clarissa

January 03, 2021

I shop for thread at Wawak. I was pleased with quaility and speed of shipping.

Anita

January 03, 2021

I shop for patterns at Pixie Faire because I like the variety and can trust they will be easy to follow and will require very little adjustments for final fitting.

Kathy

January 03, 2021

I shop for shoe making supplies at Hobby Lobby and the Dollar Tree. Their cork foam board and chip board makes tons of soles. I shop for fabric at The King’s Threads online. The quality and selection of fabric there is wonderful and the customer service is superb. I also shop at Amazon and Etsy for sewing supplies when I need them. I have never had a problem with any of it. I get most of my patterns from Pixie Faire because of the quality and variety of sizes they sell.

Lori

January 03, 2021

I have been doing much less doll seeing this past year since we moved and now have bought a place that we’re fixing! I have bought my patterns thru pixie Faire and a few other sites. I also like the PDF downloads!

sandra

January 03, 2021

I have ordered supplies from Dinkydoo.com, I was pleased with shipping costs.

Deborah Hall

January 03, 2021

I shop for trims, chains and latches for purses or clothes, decorative foam for shoes on ebay.

Some items are sold in the US however most of what I purchased is shipped from China. When ordering from China you have to be careful as it typically takes 6 weeks or longer to receive an item. Some items, I’d estimate 5%, dont make it at all. Ask seller right away for a resend or money back. Ebay only allows 30 days from the expected delivery date where they will intervene and you can get your money back. Now consider most items I purchased were between $1 and $4. But even considering the hassle, this is the best place. I also price checked on Aliexpress.com and prices compare.

Sandra Cox

January 03, 2021

I shop for all my sewing needs at a variety of places (local thrift shops, JoAnn’s, Hobby Lobby, Amazon, Homesew, Missouri Star, Fabric.com etc.). I find the best doll notions at Homesew, their scale fits the best. Thrift stores, of course, have the best price but you are limited at what is there at the time. I have never had a problem with service, so far, with any of the places I go to for my sewing needs. Shipping has normally been quick except for JoAnn’s online.

Cindy

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll zippers and overall hardware at zipper that doll. I was pleased with the color choices of the zippers.

Gail

January 03, 2021

I shop for most of my patterns at Pixie Faire. I love the instant downloads – instant gratification! I live in a rural area, so I do most of my shopping online. I shop for many of my doll making supplies at CRsCrafts.com. They have reasonable prices and very fast service! I buy a lot of fabric from Joann’s or thrift shops. I’ve shopped several other places, but these are my favorite places.

Tamela

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll clothes fabric in the remnants bin and sometimes on-line. Notions are best found on-line but will sometimes make discoveries in a hobby store..

Katherine Freeman

January 03, 2021

“I shop for fabric online right now because I don’t go into stores at this time. I found a lovely little shop in Florida near where my granddaughters live that will let you order fabric at only 1/2 yard at a time, which is best for doll clothes, called Quilting By the Bay (Panama City, FL). They are so helpful with orders.

Barbara

January 03, 2021

I have found sewing notions, supplies on ESTY. The quality and speed of delivery were good. I can’t wait to check out the Sewing machine plus.com,Inc site.

Ashley

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric and notions at local fabric stores. When I can’t find what I need I usually turn go Etsy first.

Deborah

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric for doll clothes at our local Fabricville. I was pleased with the variety of fabrics, the price; they usually have sales. Sales staff are always knowledgeable and helpful.

Barbara W

January 03, 2021

I shop at my local sewing machine/fabric store. Sometimes I go to Joanns. I find these two sources have what I need.

Wendy

January 03, 2021

I shop Amazon the most for knit/crochet/sewing notions, yarn, thread, stabilizers, zippers, adhesive sprays, digital cutter supplies and some books. I find hard-to-find items at Etsy, and some fabrics at fabric.com.

Nancy H

January 03, 2021

I like to shop local stores for my doll clothes fabrics and notions, but I also use Wawak, Etsy and Home Sew for specialty and hard to find items.

Jackie Koepnick

January 03, 2021

i shop amazon for online and walmart, and thrift stores for most everything have had a wonderful time here at pixie farie

Gloria B

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric at Fabricshack.com. I was pleased with the selection and low shipping rates. It’s also nice that they have a function online where you can compare fabric pics side by side to see if certain fabrics match well with others. When able, I love to drive there so that I can actually see and feel the fabric – well worth the couple of hours drive.
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Kitty

January 03, 2021

I shop for vintage doll clothing fabric on Etsy and eBay. I was pleased with the variety and reasonable prices I can find on those online sales platforms.

Amy Ball

January 03, 2021

I shop for apparel fabric at harts fabric. I was pleased with unique and hard to find prints, customer service and fast delivery.

Connie

January 03, 2021

I shop for most of my sewing supplies at Joann’s because it is local. I can shop online and either have it shipped or pick it up at my local store. The store pick up option has been a god send during this difficult time.

Jo

January 03, 2021

I shop at Joann’s and Etsy, depending on supplies needed and how much time I have before the project is due. Most recently, I bought a pattern for a cork wallet from Sew Gnar Handmade (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SewGnarHandmade). My 16 year old sewed it mostly by herself, and we are very pleased with how it turned out.

Mardelle J.

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing machines at my local quilt shop. For other supplies I go to the nearest JoAnn Fabrics, which is about 45 minutes from my home. Customer service at both is good.

Dellory

January 03, 2021

“I shop for doll shoes online at AliExpress. I am always pleased with the prices, the wide variety, the details of each order on their website, and discounts for buying in bulk. But you must plan ahead, since the shipping from China takes at least a few weeks.

Mary

January 03, 2021

“I shop for most of my fabric at my local quilt stores. I was pleased with the selection and quality of the fabric and the customer service is great. I am a quilter so I use my left over stash for making doll clothes for a charity and my grand daughter. I do shop at Joanne’s for sewing supplies, trims and ribbons.

Rebecca

January 03, 2021

I shop at locally owned fabric shops when I just want cotton. When I’m looking for specialty fabrics I shop at Joann and Hobby Lobby. I love it when I find a more expensive fabric in the remnant bin. I’m pleased with each of these shopping choices most of the time.

Doll Lover

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing notions at Joanne Fabrics where I am pleased I can usually find what I need. We don’t have ANY other real sewing store choices around here— Walmart rarely has what I am searching for, just annoyingly long lines….

Cindy Charlton

January 03, 2021

I needed to shop for notions for my Grand Daughter, who is just learning to sew this year. I shopped online at Wawak, Quilted Twins, and Fashion Fabrics. I was pleased with the selections and quality available. All three sources were excellent.

Kim C

January 03, 2021

I shop for doll clothes fabric on Etsy. I am pleased with the selection.

pam

January 03, 2021

While I shop at many stores online, I find that Homesew.com has many of the notions that I need and they have speedy shipping and wonderful customer service..

Ruth

January 03, 2021

I purchase most fabric and sewing supplies online as a result of the pandemic and location. I have gotten better at selecting items without touching them!!

Suzie

January 03, 2021

I shop for sewing supplies at Joann fabrics because they are local and have a good enough selection that I can usually find what I am looking when I need it. I like shopping on line but don’t often have the time to wait for items to arrive in those “need it now” moments.

Aimee

January 03, 2021

Lately, I shop for most supplies on Etsy. I was pleased with the varied selection, but there is inconsistency in pricing and colors from one seller to the next. I love the $35 free shipping minimum that many offer, but it can sometimes be a struggle to find that much stuff in one shop.

Catherine Peterson

January 03, 2021

I shop for my fabric and supplies at many different places. I try to shop local as I like to see and feel the fabric, but our little quilt store will be closing this spring. I have Joanns and Hobby Lobby about 30 minutes away and I do like Fabric.com. Pixie Faire not only has the best doll patterns, they have shown me a variety of web sites I didn’t know existed! Always something new to check out!

Kimberly

January 03, 2021

I shop for fabric and supplies at Joanns, Hobby Lobby, and Etsy. I am usually very happy with my online purchases but miss being able to get into a store.

sheila

January 03, 2021

during this pandemic and not leaving the house, I am using my extensive stash which I purchased at thrift stores, yard sales, sale clothing from department stores, local stores such as Joann’s and others. when I traveled I always looked for distinctive items to re-purpose. Of late, Pixie Faire has been my pattern go to; previously commercial patterns at Joann when on sale.