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Unboxing-Lite! A few things from Club Tissus / The Fabric Club.

fabric unboxing April 14, 2023

A little while ago I was on the hunt from some Zorb fabric for a super special top secret project I’m working on. I wanted to find it within Canada to save on shipping and get it quickly as I am very impatient.

One of the first shops that popped up in my search was The Fabric Club / Club Tissus (en francais!). I’ve seen this shop many times but hadn’t ordered from them. As the name implies, you can purchase a “club” membership which gets you special pricing. This is similar to Fabricland stores (Canadian chain) sewing club card, which get you a special discount (and special sales, etc). I didn’t buy the membership at this time, but it was tempting!

I am trying to be more conscious of my consumer consumption, so I’m trying to buy just what I need for a project, as opposed to what I want. So I got a little bit of Zorb, a bit of PUL, some really nice printed modal jersey and a beautiful teal cotton lycra jersey. The modal is very much as I expected, super soft, light and airy. The cotton jersey was quite solid, similar to the Luxe Jersey I like from the Fabric Snob. It has a fairly sturdy hand, but still lots of stretch and quite soft.

I was quite happy with the turn around on this little order. I ordered it on the Thursday before Good Friday, and received it the following Friday. So, despite the holidays, I still got it in about a weeks time from Quebec to Ontario!

I just pulled everything out of the dryer and am excited to get started on my top secret special project. Comment below if you have an idea what I’ll be making!

Fabric Unboxing!

Reviews November 17, 2022

Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Purchases made through affiliate links may earn me a small commission. This helps me to continue to provide sewing related content! Fabrics shown in this post were purchased with my own money and opinions are my own.

I’ve often heard it said in many of my sewing/knitting/crochet groups that the act of buying fabric/yard/patterns and the act of sewing/knitting/crocheting are two different hobbies. And I couldn’t agree more… I just love the possibilities that a new yard or two of fabric holds!

I also am always looking for new Canadian sources of fabric. Over the past couple of years I’ve found a couple shops that have become a go-to when looking for new prints and basics. During one of my many searches, I came across Bibs & Boots Fabric, which is based out of Saskatchewan.

The thing that first drew me to this shop was their selection of bamboo jersey & rib knits. They have lots Euro knits and some customs too!

So, about a week or two ago, I was looking for some fabrics to sew up a couple samples of a new pattern I’m working on (and some things for my own personal use), so I thought I’d give them a try!

I purchased 4 different rib knits. They all have a great feel and the dainty florals are perfect for what I have in mind.

This is my second “Unboxing” video I’ve uploaded to my Youtube Channel. I usually get so excited on fabric delivery day that I tear into the box before even thinking to press record, but I’m going to try to share more of these with you! One of my favourite things about buying from smaller companies like this one is the personal touches they add, like a had written note or a little surprise gift. I try to do that with my own business. A hand written note just gives you that bit of connection with the person on the other end of the purchase!

Let me know if there are any other shops you’d be interested in seeing!