The Best Fabric Stores to Shop While Sheltering in Place (and Always)

We’re 39 days into our sheltering in place at our cabin. It’s been OK. Michael and I are both staying occupied. For the past few weeks, I’ve been staying especially busy making masks.

I’m lucky enough to have a good amount of fabric right at home so I could get started on masks right away. However, I did need to get in touch with a few of my favorite fabric shops for some extras (I’ve gone through two whole spools of black thread alone!).

If you’re looking to make some masks or just work on a sewing project to stay busy, here are my favorite destinations for fabric:

Ben Franklin // Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

I’ve mentioned Ben Franklin stores a few times on this blog. I’ve got a soft spot for these shops—my first job was at Banner Crafts (a successor of Ben Franklin), and they are just really great crafting destinations.

If you’re in the Milwaukee or Waukesha area, I absolutely recommend the Ben Franklin in Oconomowoc. While the store is closed, they are offering curbside pickup. Just fill out a quick form and they’ll get in contact with you with photos and prices of all the things you could ever want. When you’re ready, just pull up and they pop it in your trunk. It couldn’t be easier or safer.

I snagged plenty of thread and tiger print fabric to make Tiger King masks a few weeks back. It was super easy and the staff was exceptionally kind as always.

Z Fabrics // Portland, Maine

My mom and I visited Z Fabrics back in October and we were both really charmed by this small shop. We both brought home a few yards of fabric with us from our trip.

A few weeks ago, when I was on the hunt for bias tape, Z Fabrics came to mind. I placed an online order for bias tape (and some cute fabric) and it was on my doorstep in no time. Seriously. In three days my supplies were here.

Of course, one order was not enough. My mom and I made a joint order last week for some just-for-fun fabrics and we’re already working on projects using them.

I can’t recommend this place enough. The owner stocks so much adorable fabric, great crafting kits and plenty of great notions. If you need fabric that’s a bit out of the ordinary and high-quality, don’t hesitate. You’ll be so happy with it.