Fabric Mart

A message from the owners:

First, we want to thank all of our customers for your continued support of our small business. Running a small business is a dream for a lot of people. It comes with exciting times, it comes with challenging times. Sometimes it comes with excitement and challenges all at the same time! Upgrading and migrating a website from one platform to another is one of those times!

A little background: This year we had to move platforms due to technical issues with our original site. It was outdated and the upgrades that needed to be done were going to involve a complete overhaul. Fast forward through many meetings and conversations, we settled on moving platforms and going with Shopify. As with any business, we’re looking for a better shopping experience for our customers as well as ways that we can continue to grow our business.

After months and months of building, designing and testing we have finally launched! All website upgrades and migrations come with roadblocks (this wasn’t our first rodeo – we’ve updated the site at least twice in our time of being at Fabric Mart!) We knew there would be changes for both customers and our staff but ultimately felt they would be positive after we all adapt to them. We are still in the thick of figuring all of this out (nothing like learning on the job!) Our entire team is working tirelessly behind the scenes to make the live site even better!

Here are some things we are working on:

- Rewards Program – We were unable to get the rewards program to launch at the same time as the site. Unfortunately the situation with our rewards partner became out of our control. We understand this is not ideal and that you love the program! Stash Cash should be up and running in the next week. We plan on offering customers some extra bonus points as a “thank you for your patience.” Stay tuned!

- Sale prices in the shopping cart – This one threw us for a loop at launch! We want to remain your favorite online fabric store that offers amazing discounts on amazing fabric! Right now we are still offering daily discounts on fabric, but you won’t see that reflected until you get to your shopping cart. I know many of you had a bit of price shock. But rest assured, our prices haven’t actually changed. The discount just shows somewhere else. We are working with our developer as we speak to get discounts to show with the products. We hope this change comes sooner than later, but please know that we are working very hard to get this figured out!

- Where did .99 go? You may recall a lot of our fabrics ended with .99 (like $17.99, $24.99, etc.) Due to technology on the backend, we needed to use numbers that can be divided by 4. The fractional yardage you love, and we love to offer you, is why we had to do this. We didn’t want to take that feature away from you!

We have a laundry list of other things we would like to roll out in the future, but these items are at the top of our list. Thank you to those of you that have reached out in one way or another praising and sharing your thoughts of the site. We have received a lot of positive comments and constructive feedback that we are using to make the experience even better.

We would like to ask you to please remember, there is a real person on the other side of the phone or computer and we are trying our best to get things buttoned up. We appreciate your continued support and thank you for your patience during this transition.

If you have a question, run into a problem shopping our site or want to offer a praise, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to answer your questions and continue to offer you the best shopping experience possible, the best prices and the best customer service out there!

Sincerely,
Julie Brown & Lisa Domeshek
Co-owners, Fabric Mart

We’re working on something special behind the scenes that we can’t wait to share with you. Please stand by! 💜

Ever tried something new that totally changed your life? Back in February, Fabricista Jasmine took on hot yoga for the first time and it was challenging, to say the least. Fast forward to now, she’s confidently mastering those poses and it’s sparked an entire fitness journey! 🧘🏾‍♀️💪🏾

With her newfound love for working out, Jasmine decided to create her own activewear using our fabulous Beyond Yoga knit fabrics. She’s made some stunning pieces, including two sets and two pairs of leggings that she can mix and match. From mauve jacquard knits with crossover waistbands to dark blue animal prints, her creations are not only stylish but also practical for all those sweaty sessions. 🩷💙

Curious about her sewing process and the fabrics she used? Head over to the blog to get all the details on how she crafted these amazing pieces. Jasmine’s journey is proof that when you combine passion with creativity, the results are pure magic. ✨

Don’t miss out! Tap the link to read more. 📲
https://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-activate.html

🎾 Natasha recently found a new passion—Pickleball! Naturally, she needed some stylish new outfits, and Fabric Mart's Beyond Yoga performance fabrics were the perfect fit. With a $50 budget, she selected three fabrics: two Nylon/Lycra "Sportflex" in purple and olive, and a polyester/Lycra featherweight Jersey knit in blue. 🏃‍♀️

She turned to her favorite Jalie patterns for this project and created a mix-and-match collection of tops and bottoms. The Jalie Audrey pattern was a standout, especially with its built-in bra feature. Natasha even self-drafted a quarter-circle skirt for her dress, adding a personal touch! 👗

While the journey had a few hiccups (like sizing issues and some back seam adjustments), Natasha loved the final results. From the Jalie Loulouxe skirt with inbuilt shorts (and a pocket!) to the Clara high-rise leggings, every piece was perfect for her new pickleball adventures.

Natasha's tip: Always check your cardboard pattern mat before drafting a circle skirt—you might find a helpful template already there! ✂️

She's already planning her next project and can't wait for more performance fabrics from Fabric Mart.

🔗: https://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-pickleball.html

✨ New Blog Alert! ✨ Fabric Mart Fabricista Macy is back with her final summer blog of 2024, and it's all about making high-end fashion accessible! 😍🧵

Macy shares her love for sewing "dupe" pieces—designer-inspired looks with her own unique twist. When she spotted a stunning jumpsuit on Pinterest, she knew she had to recreate it using Fabric Mart’s gorgeous red linen fabric. 🌟

From searching high and low for the perfect rick rack to cleverly mixing patterns, Macy’s attention to detail shines through. Her favorite part? The intricate back design that makes this jumpsuit a summer showstopper! 🌞✂️

Join Macy as she walks you through her process, offering tips on working with linen and adding those special touches that make a piece truly yours. Perfect for your next summer getaway! 🌴❤️

Check out the full blog post now and get inspired to create your own designer "dupe" with a twist!

https://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-importance-of-dupes.html

🌟 Fabricista Marcia is back with another vibrant creation! This month, she’s bringing the energy with bold and bright activewear pieces made from a fun, eye-catching fabric she couldn’t resist. Whether you’re into yoga, workouts, or swimming, Marcia’s got you covered with stylish and functional gear! 💪✨

For her workout pants, Marcia chose the KnowMe pattern ME2051, loving the wide waistband and adding her own flair with overlock stitching. She paired these colorful pants with a solid workout bra, but the fabric is perfect for making matching sports bras too! And because it’s summer, she also crafted her go-to Aeron Swimsuit, complete with a supportive powermesh lining for that extra oomph. 🌞👙

Marcia shares her must-have tools for working with activewear fabrics: stretch needles, swimwear elastic, and Seraflex thread from Mettler Threads. These essentials make all the difference in creating durable, long-lasting pieces.

Check out Marcia’s full post to see her stunning creations and get inspired to sew your own! 🧵✨
https://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-bright-fun-activewear.html

Today we are celebrating the woman who is usually behind the camera — our web manager, Krystal! Not only did we celebrate her birthday but we also threw her a surprise bridal shower! She gets married in September and we thought it would be the perfect time to spoil her with her favorite tacos from and cupcakes from (both small, local businesses!)

Happy Birthday and congratulations Krystal! 🎊🎉

If you're sewing along, Part 3 of the Poolside Tote Sew Along is now live! In this video, Julie will show you how to prepare and sew the bag details, including the handle accents and front pocket. Then she'll go over the construction of the lining.

How is your tote bag coming along?

Watch now: https://youtu.be/fJS2nCA9gmo

☀️✨ Ines is embracing the Miami heat in style with her latest make—the Emerson Pants by True Bias! 🌴👖 As a daily jeans wearer, the scorching summer pushed her to explore lighter, breezier options, and now she’s hooked on linen pants! 💙

Ines added 5 inches to the original cropped pattern, transforming it into a full-length dream, perfect for battling the office chill and the outdoor sizzle. ❄️🔥

Plus, she’s discovered the charm of linen—wrinkles and all! 🧵🌿 This Robert Kaufman printed linen is a winner, hiding wrinkles so well that she skipped ironing altogether (we love that energy!).

Ready to ditch your skinnies for something cooler? Check out Ines’ full blog post to get all the details on her process and why she’s falling for linen pants this summer!

🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-new-to-linen-pants.html

✨ Maxi Skirt Revival! ✨

Shaina is back with another fabulous sewing project, and this time she's embracing the return of the maxi skirt trend! 🎉👗 After nearly 20 years, maxi skirts are making a big comeback, and Shaina is here for it. She loves how versatile and mom-friendly they are—perfect for everything from playtime with her little one to a hot summer day out. 🌞👶

In her latest blog post, Shaina shares her journey of crafting the True Bias Mave Skirt with stunning white and blue floral rayon challis from Fabric Mart. Paired with a custom-made Seamwork Orlando t-shirt, this outfit is a must-have for summer and fall. 🍁

Ready to jump on the maxi skirt bandwagon? Check out Shaina's full post for all the details and get inspired to create your own! 🧵✨

👉 http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-maxi-skirt-resurgence.html

Part 2 of the Poolside Tote Sew Along is now live!
Hopefully you've had a chance to gather your materials and get your fabric and interfacing cut out.

In part 2, Julie will show you how to prep and sew the handles, handle accent pieces, facing pieces and how to construct the front pocket piece. She'll go over all of this along with sharing tips for achieving a professional look along your sewing journey. Not only are these tips useful for the tote bag, but can be used in other future sewing projects.

Watch now!

Poolside Tote Sew Along Part 2: Handles, Facing & Pocket Learn how to sew the Poolside Tote Bag from Noodlehead Patterns! Julie will take you through the steps of sewing this quick and easy tote bag. You'll achieve...

🌟 New Blog Post Alert! 🌟

While browsing our site, Fabricista Johanna discovered the Challis section and instantly fell in love with a white, black, and gray animal print Challis. 🐾 She also found the same print in black and decided to create a chic color-blocked outfit. The fabric exceeded her expectations in person, being softer and even more beautiful than on the web! 🌸

Johanna chose McCall's 8483 from the Spring 2024 collection for her project. The top features elastic at the neck, arms, and waist, and she made a slight modification by adding 2" to the hem. She paired it with a flowy, tiered skirt from the same pattern, opting for the shorter version to suit her petite frame. The skirt’s gathered diagonal tier adds a unique touch, and Johanna's narrow hem finish is simply perfect! 🌺✨

She's thrilled with the versatility of her outfit – the top can be paired with shorts, jeans, or another skirt, and the skirt looks fabulous with different tops. The fabric’s drape is gorgeous and opaque enough to skip the lining. 🖤 Johanna is excited to use the leftover fabric to make some pants too! 👖

Check out her full blog post for all the details on this stunning make!

🔗 http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-i-found-new-fabric.html

🌞✨ New Blog Post Alert! 🌞✨

Fabric Mart Fabricista Katie is here to beat the heat with a stylish summer sewing project! 😎👗 Dive into her latest blog post where she crafts the timeless Closet Core Charlie Caftan in a stunning Yale Blue Cotton Leaf Print Voile. This light, airy dress is perfect for high temperatures and features a flowing maxi length for that extra drama. 💙🍃

Katie shares her tips for tackling the tricky front waist panel, including a brilliant hack to make it a breeze. Plus, she highlights the benefits of using knit interfacing for stabilizing lightweight woven fabrics. 🙌✂️

From deep pockets to a flattering V-neck, this caftan is all about comfort and elegance. Check out her detailed sewing journey and get inspired to create your own summer masterpiece. 🌼🧵

Read more on our blog and get ready to sew something cool and chic!
🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/08/made-by-fabricista-keeping-cool-in.html

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Part 1 of the Poolside Tote Sew Along is now live! I can’t wait to sew along with you!

Watch the full tutorial now: https://youtu.be/yIVOwOkyf6k

Poolside Tote Bag Sew Along - Part 1: Supplies & Prep Learn how to sew the Poolside Tote Bag from Noodlehead Patterns! Julie will take you through the steps of sewing this quick and easy tote bag. You'll achieve...

Fabric Mart Fabricista Marty shares a heartfelt reflection on maintaining a handmade wardrobe. For the past five years, Marty has proudly worn 90% handmade clothes, but recent life events have shifted priorities and sewing time.

Marty explores how to stay creative when sewing isn't feasible. Whether it's through dressing differently, exploring new art forms, or simply enjoying life, the journey continues.

Marty's message to fellow creators: It’s okay to take a break. Creativity will return. Be patient and gentle with yourself. 💖💪

Head on over to the blog and click play on Marty's YouTube video for more inspiration and encouragement!

🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/07/made-by-fabricista-youtube-edition-marty.html

🧵✨ Explore Yellowstone with Kayla! 🌲✨

This summer, our talented Fabricista and Fabric Describer, Kayla (), embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Yellowstone National Park! 🌄💚 Accompanied by her partner Tim, they visited his dad, a park ranger, and embraced the park's unpredictable weather. ☔🌞

Knowing that her usual cute dresses wouldn't suffice, Kayla crafted the perfect solution: water repellent bucket hats! 🎩💦 Inspired by a past virtual sewing class with Fabric Mart, she used 100% nylon water repellent shirtings (SKU: CAC5934 and CDD5952) and a polyester/polyurethane PUL fabric (SKU: DUC5909) to create three stylish hats for herself, Tim, and his mom.

Kayla's attention to detail and fabric choices ensured that these hats were not only practical but also fashionable. The nylon shirtings were a breeze to sew, and despite a slight hiccup with the PUL fabric, the results were amazing! 🔥✂️

Whether fly fishing on the Gibbon or exploring the stunning landscapes, these hats proved to be indispensable, easily crumpling up for storage and popping back out when needed. 🌧️🎒

Kayla's journey to Yellowstone was truly one-of-a-kind, and she’s already looking forward to her next adventure and the fabulous creations she'll bring along! 🌍🧢

Read More: 🔗 http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/07/made-by-fabricista-hats-for-yellowstone.html

Dee & Dory are back with some fresh Fabricista Makes, and you won't want to miss it! 🌟 Dive into their latest video to catch all the details on their fabric picks and see how their projects turned out. It's a cozy chat filled with sewing tips and inspiration – just what you need to spark your creativity! 🎥✨ Head over to the blog & click play to join the fun!

Dee's Summer Wardrobe:
☀️ Bright White Jacket - Dee crafted a stunning summer jacket using a waffle weave double knit from Fabric Mart. This medium-weight fabric was easy to launder and a breeze to sew on. The pattern she used was Simplicity 1073 view D, featuring three-quarter length sleeves and a one-button closure. With two small pleats on the front bodice and a box pleat in the back, this pattern was an easy sew and perfect for summer!

🎨 Colorful Summer Top - For a splash of color, Dee chose a vibrant polyester lycra shirting. This fabric also laundered beautifully and was simple to work with. She used Butterick 5954 view A, combining it with short sleeves from view C. This close-fitting, flared pullover tunic is versatile enough to pair with multiple wardrobe items, making it a fantastic summer staple.

Dory's Summer Vibes:
🌸 Long Tunic in Linen - Dory embraced the summer trend with a long tunic made from 100% linen featuring a sketchy tropical floral print in biscuit brown and powder blue. This fabric was a dream to work with, and she used New Look 6566 for the pattern. By finishing the neckline and armholes with single fold bias tape and shortening the tunics length, she created a piece that fits her perfectly at 5’5”.

👖 Versatile Summer Pants - Dory’s pants were made from 100% cotton ripstop jacketing fabric, which was also very easy to handle. This fabric is ideal for jackets, pants, or totes and washed and ironed beautifully. The pattern, also from New Look 6566, includes pockets made from the yoke, giving a nice flat finish. Dory opted to leave out the drawstring for a sleeker look.

Join Dee & Dory for all the sewing tips, inspiration, and gorgeous fabric picks! 🌟
🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/07/made-by-fabricista-youtube-edition-dee.html

🌟 Happy Friday, everyone! 🌟

Ma**ca, our talented Fabric Mart Fabricista, is making the most of her summer with some fabulous sewing projects! Even with a busy schedule, she's carving out time to create a versatile wardrobe for the upcoming school year. 🌞✂️

She's been experimenting with a stunning rayon challis fabric print in two different colorways. Initially planning a pants or skirt set, Ma**ca opted for a coordinated set instead. She started with Simplicity 9756 but decided it needed too many modifications. Instead, she used her trusted Simplicity 8605 pants pattern and tried out the Simplicity 8553 kimono pattern for the top.

With a few custom adjustments like lengthening the sleeves and adding elastic, Ma**ca achieved the perfect fit! She's thrilled with the final look and can't wait to rock it at work. 👗

Plus, there's enough leftover fabric for a cute set for her daughter to wear on vacation. Stay tuned to Ma**ca's Instagram for more stylish creations before the school year begins! 📚✨

🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/07/made-by-fabricista-relaxed-challis-set.html

🌟 Shopping Small, Feeling Big Love! 🌟 At Fabric Mart, every order isn't just a package sent out — it's a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and community! 😊💖 Whether you're a newbie sewist or a seasoned pro, we're so thankful for each of you who chooses to shop small with us. Your support means the world to all the faces behind the scenes here at Fabric Mart! We know every stitch counts, and we're honored to be part of your creative journey. Thank you for making our days brighter with every order! ✂️🎉

🌟 New Blog Post Alert! 🌟

Fabricista Macy () is back with another fantastic blog post! 🧵✨ Lately, she's been super active, engaging in running, Pilates, strength training, and more. And of course, she loves rocking spunky and cute workout wear because who says you can't be fashionable at the gym? 😍🏋️‍♀️

This time, Macy decided to dive into the world of DIY activewear! 🎾👗 Inspired by the trendy tennis and pickleball outfits, she made her own stylish and multifunctional ensemble. Perfect for working out, playing sports, or just everyday wear! 🏃‍♀️💪

Using an old pleated skirt for measurements, Macy created her own skirt pattern, adding seam allowances and measuring meticulously. For the shirt, she traced around an old favorite using a tracing wheel and construction paper. It was all about precision and creativity! ✂️📏

The trickiest part? Making the patterns from scratch! But with the beautiful fabric from Fabric Mart, everything came together wonderfully. 🌺✨ Macy chose a stunning fabric that was a breeze to work with, perfect for activewear. The stretchy material offered some leeway, making the process smoother even with a few hiccups. 😅💕

Macy is thrilled with the final results and feels the outfit is true to her style. She can’t wait to wear it around, and we’re sure you’ll love it too! Check out her full blog post for all the details. 🌟📖

🔗: http://blog.fabricmartfabrics.com/2024/07/made-by-fabricista-tennis-apparel-chic.html