Fabrics n Things — Local services in Leominster

My mom and I went here looking for curtain fabric. They didn't really have anything to pick from other than cotton fabric. That aside, I was looking in a bin full off remnants and when I began to walk away a large strap on a tote bag that was just laying on the floor in front of me caught my boot and sent me flying. I was, however, able to stop myself from falling but managed to whack my hand on the table behind me causing my thumb to swell up, not to mention it broke my fingernail! I wasn't upset about it though, accidents happen. what really irked me was the way the woman in the store reacted. She told me very rudely that "I" need to watch where I'm going! no "I'm so sorry", no "are you ok?" nothing! and she took no responsibly for leaving a strap on the floor for people to trip on. This could have been much worse had I fallen. Then after that, I politely asked her about the price of a piece of fabric I found in the bin which she answered in a short tone. I then asked if it would be good fabric for roman shades to which she answered, "I don't know" in a very condescending voice. No kindness and NO knowledge of fabrics! I'm a beginner at sewing so it would have been nice to talk to someone who actually knew something about fabric! It was a...

Such a great shop! Knowledgeable and accommodating owner and staff, super friendly and helpful! Great selection from home dec to scraps by the pound (great for crazy quilts!) There's a room dedicated to local crafters that has absolutely beautiful hand crafted afghans, cozy and unique baby outfits, jewelry, candles, soaps, aprons, wreaths, silk flower arraignment in fantastically unusual vases. So much to see! Great for gift giving or for your home. They also offer sewing classes and always have helpful tips. I got some beautiful flannel for a quilt and a most unique print (about 3/4 yds end of bolt for wicked low price), to make a dress for a rag doll I'm making. It looks like it's from 30's! Go and check it out, you'll be glad you did! There's calico, velvet, silk, buttons, patterns, notions, lace, upholstery fabric, drapery fabric...... ...

Not at all friendly for beginner sewists; one lady (Amy) was very kind but another (Sherry) was so off-putting and condescending in the way she speaks to potential customers that I will never return and I will tell my friends who are getting into sewing to also go elsewhere. Such a terrible and uncomfortable experience. Even my boyfriend told me he hated it there and asked me if we can shop somewhere else. Their fabrics were limited but I was willing to make it work until the way she put me down for no reason. I am still learning and that experience made me doubt whether or not I wish to continue because I falsely assumed most sewists were kind and willing to share their expertise in an empathetic way. So...