Let’s face it – who doesn’t love buying fabric!! I can not walk past a fabric store without going in and yes I even google fabric stores when I know I am going somewhere on holiday.  Don’t believe a sewer if they ever deny this,  it is a big fat lie.

I have put together a list of all the local places I buy from which I hope helps.  I love Spotlight, they have a great variety and the fabric is reasonably priced as I only ever buy it when it is on special.  I have had some great bargains and if you really look around you can find some great fabrics. I don’t mind Lincraft but the variety is limited but about 2-3 times a year they have a half priced fabric sale which I love as I stock up on all my basics.  Definitely try the Castle Hill stores for both Spotlight and Lincraft, I always go when I have plenty of time as they can get very busy.

If you want something truly special then Tessuti Fabrics are to die for.  They have a beautiful supply and I love them, especially for dressmaking.  The Fabric Store in Surry Hills is a bit of a trek but their supply of linens and naturals is spectacular.  They also have a great supply of Liberty and they are definitely cheaper than most for these.

For patchwork fabrics and cottons both Patchwork On Pittwater and Cottage Quiltworks have a fabulous selection and well worth a visit.  Material Obsession is next to Birkenhead Point, hard to find but still a treasure trove.

For the most amazing supply of upholstery fabrics and material for lampshades then the Bargain Upholstery Store at Seaforth HAS to be a top of the list venue.  They have rooms and rooms of fabric, in fact they have so much you tend to get a bit overwhelmed by the choice.

I hope this helps, the list also contains a couple of extras, and you can download it here.