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Got my first mystery bundle Table cloth?
Mikgirl Member since 2/24/10 Posts: 299	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/2/12 2:45 PM '/> Got my first shipment from Fabricmart! I've never tried it, because they charge additional shipping to Hawaii. But after I checked more into it, they could ship it at flat rate of $15.50. It sounds pricey but considering how cheap their fabrics are, each fabric came out to be about $2-3/yd, so I thought it was worth it. Anyways, on the bundle, I'm a little mixed. I think they are all workable. I'm not too into animal prints but I got two... They are pretty subtle so I think it's ok. I love the flower print! I'm not really sure what the pink one is... It reminds me of table cloth.... Does it work for garment sewing? (i got like 3yds of it too...) Overall I'm happy with it. I love opening the package to see what's inside!
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6990	Login to reply to this post In reply to Mikgirl << Like this post Date: 4/2/12 5:16 PM Congrats on your first bundle! Is the pink one (floral) sheer, and is it nubby and sheer? Then why not a flowy top, like maybe in a peasant stye. Or maybe I'm not seeing your colors clearly. ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair
heathergwo Advanced Beginner CA USA Member since 11/14/11 Posts: 766	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/2/12 9:03 PM Ok... so who else shops from Fabricmart online? I've always thought it's too hard to shop for fabrics online as I really need to FEEL the stuff... maybe I'm missing out? ------ Brother Innovis 1250D Singer Curvy 8763 Brother 1034D Janome 385.19606 Brother 2340CV
kittiecat   Advanced Beginner DE Member since 11/1/10 Posts: 22	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/2/12 9:24 PM I'm completely addicted to fabric mart online. Everything I've purchased has been even better than I hoped it would be -- even the mystery bundles. I'm actually almost afraid to buy another because I have to be due for a dud or two soon, right? Anyway, highly recommend them, especially if you hit a good sale.
Mikgirl Member since 2/24/10 Posts: 299	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/2/12 11:14 PM Yes I might become Fabricmart addict... Although, I promised not to check their site until I'm done with all...ok, most of my fabric stash. I'm becoming a fabric stasher! All the fabrics I ordered from them were "wow, this feels nice!" quality. Like I said their sales were so good that I didn't mind the shipping. There aren't many fabric stores in the neighborhood that I can go and feel... So I've been relying on the online stores, and I'm glad that I found Fabricmart.
mastdenman   Intermediate CA USA Member since 1/12/04 Posts: 5843	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/2/12 11:23 PM Fabricmart fan here too. Their sales are great and their fabrics are always good. ------ Marilyn January 2009 to January 2010 81 yards out and 71yards in January 2010 to the present 106.7 yards out and 146.5 yards in. January 2011 to the present: 47 yards out and 69 yards in.
VivianZ   Intermediate LA USA Member since 12/8/04 Posts: 161	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/3/12 8:08 AM Big Fabric Mart fan here. I buy almost all of my fabric from them, except when I need something now and have to shop local chain stores. I like the fact the fabric comes labeled (not the mystery ones), that their website shows different views and gives suggestions as to the use (which indicates weight and how it falls), and the quality has always been excellent and the staff helpful. I am really excited my daughter will be doing her residency in PHilly and I might get to visit the store. If there is a mystery fabric you don't like, use if for a muslin to see how a pattern fits, you might end up with something wearable, but you didn't waste any money.
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6990	Login to reply to this post In reply to heathergwo << Like this post Date: 4/3/12 8:14 AM FabricMart is just one of my many online stores. If you need to FEEL the stuff, you can order samples from Fashion Fabrics Club, Denver Fabrics, Fabric dot com, and a few others. The fun thing about bundles is that they are welcome surprises, inspiring us with new fabrics! ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair
goodworks1   Advanced IL USA Member since 7/19/03 Posts: 3300	Login to reply to this post In reply to Mikgirl << Like this post Date: 4/3/12 10:47 AM Quote: Mikgirl '/> Got my first shipment from Fabricmart! I've never tried it, because they charge additional shipping to Hawaii. But after I checked more into it, they could ship it at flat rate of $15.50. It sounds pricey but considering how cheap their fabrics are, each fabric came out to be about $2-3/yd, so I thought it was worth it. Anyways, on the bundle, I'm a little mixed. I think they are all workable. I'm not too into animal prints but I got two... They are pretty subtle so I think it's ok. I love the flower print! I'm not really sure what the pink one is... It reminds me of table cloth.... Does it work for garment sewing? (i got like 3yds of it too...) Overall I'm happy with it. I love opening the package to see what's inside! The pink...is it damask? (a jacquard weave?) usually damask is linen or cotton. jacquard weaves can be of any fiber. https://www.fabricmartfabrics.com/xcart/CPE519-Damask-jacquard-mint-green-52-Wide.html -- Edited on 4/3/12 10:51 AM -- ------ blog: goodworks1.wordpress.com
Sherril Miller   Advanced CA USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 7473	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 4/3/12 11:34 AM Is the pink a pants weight fabric. Maybe a great pair of pink slacks for the spring? ------ Visit my blog at http://sewingsaga.blogspot.com If it's worth sewing, it's worth sewing well; and if it's worth sewing well, it's worth FITTING FIRST! - TSL

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