Textile Fabric Store

Me and a friend visited this store (at the new location) and we were in awe by the different fabrics. The store do have a great selection, but they are not cheap at all. Of course you can’t expect material to be dirt cheap. But I did question the prices because I’ve been to other stores who offered the same product but for less. I was looking for a specific blend of material and found it with no problem. The price was much out of my range. Went to another store, found the EXACT same fabric/​brand, and the price per yard was about $ 5 or $ 6 cheaper. As far as the staff, we were practically ignored. My friend had a question about some facing, no one was available or walked by us. Literally, no one said a word to us while we were there and the place wasn’t crowded. This didn’t sit well with me or my friend so we left.

Hey — this place is fabulous, however if you follow the address Unilocal has, you will be disappointed, as they have MOVED! Here’s the new info:
Textile Fabrics
Phone: 615−297−5346 * Fax: 615−383−4252
Monday — Saturday * 10am — 6pm
471 Craighead Street * Nashville, Tennessee * 37 204

This to me is the best fabric store in the state of Tennessee! They have so many beautiful fabrics and trims to choose from. If you have never been you need to go and just plan on staying awhile, it’s a great store to have fun and get creative!

I have been here probably at least 100 times in the last 8 years and I have ALWAYS, every time, loved the service — they know how to both check in with you and also leave you alone to dream, no obnoxious sales pressure. This is one of my favorite places to be in Nashville.

Extensive collection of fabric choices and accessories. The people working here were very helpful and knowledgeable. I know nothing about sewing and they helped me solve my Halloween costume dilemma.

I’ve been in this store twice and no one said a word to me. They would walk right past me and go ask someone else if they needed help etc. In both cases I walked right out and still no goodbye… come back and see us… nothing. I called to let them know each time how I was treated and they said they were sorry etc. The same ladies that were there the first time were there this time. I won’t be back.

Broad selection of fabrics, very organized, helpful staff… however the only downside is the pricing.

This is not a discount fabric store. It has many high end fabrics and is a dressmakers dream. Ok, an adventurous tailor would have fun here too. Well organized and easy to see the bolts and prices. Of course, I fell in love with the high end wools and cashmeres.
Service was great. Then again, it could have been great ’cause I was the only man in the store. Nothing like a sewing man to attract a crowd. :)

Oh my. I could easily spend every penny I have to my name here. It is a bit pricey, but you’re always going to pay more when you’re not shopping at a chain, so I’m not going to fuss over that. I’d estimate that I’m probably spending $ 5 – 10 more per trip than I would at joanns for similar items. But it costs that much in gas to get to any of the local Joann’s and they often don’t have what I’m looking for– so, yeah, this place wins.
The first time I walked into this store, I started feeling a little faint as I walked towards their trims. I make vintage-​inspired western wear, so I use a ton of this stuff and Textile fabrics selection is swoon-​worthy. They have almost everything, in almost every color and variation imaginable. I make most of my own piping but it’s nice to skip that step sometimes, and this place totally enables that– great selection, even have some metallics. Lots of different size options here too, which is a rare thing.
What else? Sequins. Boy, do they have some sequins. And let me tell you– theirs are miles above the ones Joann’s carries. This place has serious sequins, Joanns has kiddy craft sequins.
I could go on, but I’d just be repeating myself. They carry tons of high quality variations of everything I’m looking for.
The staff is helpful and pleasant, the store has a great atmosphere. I can’t think of anything negative about this place. I’m in love.
Oh! One last thing. I’m a recent new orleans transplant, and I was kinda shocked and a little delighted to see that textile fabrics has more mardi gras (purple, green and gold combo) trims than any of the fabric stores I haunted in Louisiana. That’s crazy, but crazy in a good way!

My mother is a home seamstress, so growing up being dragged to fabric stores with harsh lighting is what I am used to.
What a breath of fresh air Textile Fabrics is! There is lighting, but I think it’s a mix of natural light and less harsh bulbs. You can practically see the layout of the store from almost any angle.
Cottons up front, suitings on the left, notions and patterns farther back, more expensive fabric (naturally) near the cutting area, a yarn area, the sales in a back room near the bathrooms, and buttons on display racks. There is an additional back area that isn’t immediately seen — that’s where I had to go to get my elastic and they had other types of similar notions, there, as well.
The place is pretty largely organized. I’ve been to Britex in San Francisco and Mood’s in NYC and all sorts of other fabric stores in between — there are always stacks of bolts piled high and crammed into every nook possible. Here, the bolts are for the most part upright and easy to look through.
I don’t know how busy they get — I’m always surprised at the handful of workers they have at the ready at the checkout/​cutting table. If someone happens to be around, they greet me and leave me alone until I actually need help.
The prices leave much to be desired, unfortunately. I happened to Google some fabric I purchased and noticed that I paid more than what was being offered online. However, I’m sure shipping would offset the bus fare here. I’m trying my best to shop locally, but I’m sticking to the sales area until I am more gainfully employed.

I have developed a very expensive habit of stopping by Textile on my lunch break to browse the remnants and clearance fabrics. I’ve seen several reviews about the prices — which are certainly higher than JoAnn’s or similar stores, but so is the quality and the experience. If you’re budget minded go straight back to the little room in the back — you won’t be disappointed!
The employees are great too, but if you need help go to straight to the counter and ask — they aren’t going to come over just cause you wander around looking lost. (That’s how I look most of the time I’m there — I’m really just daydreaming about new projects…)
I know not everyone can, but I don’t mind paying a little more, because I value local businesses run by good people who know their stuff :-)

So I’ll probably upgrade this to 5 stars once I explore more but when I stopped in I was on a single mission: cheetah!
That’s right, I stopped by Textile Fabric because I needed some cheetah fabric to make a tail and a pair of ears. That’s all. I already have too much fabric for a girl that doesn’t really know how to sew (yet)! The woman at the cutting counter looked at me like I was insane for only wanting ¼ a yard of the cheetah fabric. Apparently they were having a 50% off sale with a 2 yard minimum. Sorry, I don’t want 2 yards of cheetah!
They have lots and lots and lots of adorable and gorgeous prints. Can’t wait to go back and shop for a project!

As a local fashion student, this is my ideal first place to go for fabrics. There is simply no other place in the Nashville area (that I am aware of) that has this good a selection of QUALITY fabrics. Yes, it’s expensive, but I usually try to wait until they have sales going on, like their New Years 40% off sale, to buy fabric (which saves me a LOT of money).
They offer 10% off to local fashion students, which I also love.
I have heard people talk about the staff being rude or not ever bothering to help, but I have never had this experience. Generally, if you’re going into a fabric store, you probably already have some idea of what kind of fabric you’re looking for. Granted, I haven’t had someone approach me every time I’m there to ask if I need help, but I think they know me now and they know I know my way around the store; however, the staff is always friendly when I talk to them.
Once you go here, you won’t ever really want to go to JoAnn’s again unless you just need some cheap fabric or you want to buy notions.
Also, where else in the Nashville area can you find imported French lace?

Sew-​ing, Sew-​ing, Sew-WING…I’m a sewing machine…(to the tune of the Jackson 5’s Dancing Machine.) Okay I’m not really a sewing machine, I’m a sewing novice with a machine. It’s close, I’m weeks away from trying out for the 10^th installment of Project Runway.
Recently I signed up with the Stitch Sewing school. It was the perfect way to break in my new machine. With their recommendation, I stopped into Textile Fabric Store to pick-​up supplies for this week’s tote challenge. The place is huge, bigger than it looks from the outside. Not only that they had plenty of staff ready and willing to help. It took me awhile to pick out my fabric but that’s only because there were a whole lot of amazing options. I might be bias because the patterns and colors were in my wheelhouse. If you are in need of cotton fabrics, Textile Fabric is the place to be. They also had plenty of accessories to assist my project. Overall a great establishment, it has that mom and pop shop like feel but with a large selection!

I am like a kid in a candy store in this place. I have shopped at Textile Fabrics since I was a little girl and it has always had a great variety of high quality fabrics, primarily for clothing. From simple cottons to elaborate silks and wools — there are some great fabrics, with a good selection of trims and notions as well.
Some people have complained about prices. Can’t say I really know — but I don’t really want to buy fabric online — being able to touch it and put combinations together in real life is important to me — so appreciate the convenience and selection available. As someone else said, the hours are not the most convenient, but I can manage to find time on a Saturday afternoon to get lost in the many bolts of color, pattern, texture. .. .
I have to stop writing because it just makes me want to go back and buy more fabric. I have to cut myself off eventually.

As a man who is not involved in the textile arts, I cannot give Textile Fabrics a high review. I can however say this place is NO JOKE. I spent an hour there with my better half and I can tell you without a doubt the place is HUGE. The staff is very friendly, and they have lots and lots and lots of fabric and fabric related goodies.
If I cared about the sorts of things one cares about when one shops here, I would certainly return. But next time, hopefully, the better half will stop in without me.

Update from the store:
Hi —
I work at Textile, and I just wanted to let you know that you CAN exchange zippers and buttons. I’ve never seen any store take returns on patterns. It would be too easy for somebody to return one missing a crucial piece, and then the next customer that bought it would be furious.
Glad you like the store, and thanks for the good review.
Joan

I will be honest. I have a love/​hate relationship with Textile Fabric. They have an amazing selection. They carry more than just quilting fabrics and actually somewhat cater to apparel sewing. However, I do have a few problems.
1. Hours of operation: if you work a 9 – 5, it is really not possible to have enough time to browse. You would have to go on a Saturday and it will of course be busy.
2. I have received spotty service. Sometimes its great, other times its terrible. I have gone in looking for something specific and never had a sales person greet me or even really look me in the eye.
3. The prices. Yes, I understand these are premium fabrics HOWEVER, I do think they are marked up more than they should be. I like to go here to see what some fabrics look like in person and then order them for a lot cheaper online.
Overall, Textile has a great selection and cater to several types of crafters, but you may be better off going to a bigger fabric store in Atlanta or ordering online.

So I’m from LA. I’m in Nashville for a few days. I saw Textile Fabrics when I was driving. Went back to my friends house and looked them up and decided to go back to check it out when I had more time.
This place is awesome. Gorgeous fabrics… BUT… it’s way more expensive than it needs to be. They carry Amy Butler and a lot of designer prints, but one yard is $ 12.98. You can get those same exact prints on sew.mamma.sew for 8.98 a yard. So while this place is totally awesome, it’s super overpriced. Also, it’s not that sew.mama.sew is cheaper cause it’s online. Those fabrics are the same prices throughout the greater LA and Seattle area.
Save your money and buy elsewhere, if you are poor, but want awesome fabric!

Yikes! This place is scary… scary AWESOME! That is, if your idea of awesome is being lost in yards and yards of great fabrics. This is so much better than one of those chain stores… the ladies in there really know what they are talking about, and the quality of the fabrics is top notch. Now, it is a little harder on the bank account, but totally worth it.
They have a great selection of patterns, and not just the run of the mill ones that you find in any fabric store – they have patterns made by local seamstresses too, as well as vintage. Great selection of ribbon, buttons, etc etc etc. I could spend hours in this store dreaming up all of my creations – unfortunately, I tend to buy everything, but never go through with the actual «creating». That’s OK. I’m still obsessed with Textile Fabrics.