I am looking for some good sites with cheap jersey wool, linen, and cotton velvet in a color other than black. Anyone got some good sources?
Thanks
Flonzy
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For wool, there really is only one way to go in my mind, and that window of opportunity is right now.
Normally, fabric stores update their stock twice a year, and right about now is when they're getting rid of all their winter stock. Check out some stores in your area before you decide to go online- odds are that you can find at least three colors for as little as $3 a yard.
There is only one problem: usually there are only remnants available. If you want to make a tunic or something large, you'll probably have to get it in two or more pieces.
This is also assuming that you're in the northern hemisphere.
As far as linen goes, I usually just check the stores about once a month. There are sometimes sales on linen, for the same reason: I've gotten it for $3 a yard before as well. Just be sure to check the fiber content. Real linen is pretty easy to spot when compared to that poly/cotton tablecloth crud, but there are some blends that aren't 100% that can fool you.
I can't help you with velvet... if I can't safely get beer and mud all over my garb, I tend not to wear it.
HELMUT
Normally, fabric stores update their stock twice a year, and right about now is when they're getting rid of all their winter stock. Check out some stores in your area before you decide to go online- odds are that you can find at least three colors for as little as $3 a yard.
There is only one problem: usually there are only remnants available. If you want to make a tunic or something large, you'll probably have to get it in two or more pieces.
This is also assuming that you're in the northern hemisphere.
As far as linen goes, I usually just check the stores about once a month. There are sometimes sales on linen, for the same reason: I've gotten it for $3 a yard before as well. Just be sure to check the fiber content. Real linen is pretty easy to spot when compared to that poly/cotton tablecloth crud, but there are some blends that aren't 100% that can fool you.
I can't help you with velvet... if I can't safely get beer and mud all over my garb, I tend not to wear it.
HELMUT
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Reinhard von Lowenhaupt
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For linen, try: www.fabrics-store.com
For wool, try: www.hamiltondrygoods.com
I've purchased from both, and have been quite happy with the product and price.
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Per Mortem Vinco.
For wool, try: www.hamiltondrygoods.com
I've purchased from both, and have been quite happy with the product and price.
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Per Mortem Vinco.
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Bob H
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Ninety-Six Fabrics
910 Bypass 28 S
Anderson SC 29624-1114
864-226-6674
They understand reinactors and cater to them, quality is very high, and prices incredible. I can't find a website for them, but the 18thC folks here will drive the 3 or more hours to shop there. (the 96 has nothing to do with their inventory, the store is near the town of Ninety-Six SC).
[This message has been edited by Bob Hurley (edited 04-29-2002).]
910 Bypass 28 S
Anderson SC 29624-1114
864-226-6674
They understand reinactors and cater to them, quality is very high, and prices incredible. I can't find a website for them, but the 18thC folks here will drive the 3 or more hours to shop there. (the 96 has nothing to do with their inventory, the store is near the town of Ninety-Six SC).
[This message has been edited by Bob Hurley (edited 04-29-2002).]