Winmil Fabrics

This place is currently going out of business which to me is heart breaking. They have been there for 47 years and when I went there today there was literally almost nothing left. Wish the owners luck for the future because they are just so nice and kind. This shop will definitely be missed!!!

It breaks my heart to report that Winmil Fabrics has a ‘Going Out of Business’ in the window. Where to go for fabric and patterns?

This shop DOES NOT ACCEPT RETURNS. There are apparently a few signs around the store that say this, but they are not big enough to notice when shopping. The receipt also does not say that returns are not accepted. The sales people did not warn me that all sales are final. Of course, I would expect that the sale of any cut fabric would be final, but unopened scissors, pins, safety pins, tape, etc. should be returnable or the store should make it more clear that the sales are final sale only…
The gentleman who works there is very helpful and nice, which is why I gave this shop 3 stars rather than 1.

Winmil is a small store that caters to clothing fabrics and costume fabrics. You’ll find some hard to find notion items here too. The staff is very friendly and answered all my questions and really took an interest in every customer — that was really nice to see. I found exactly what I was looking for! If no parking is available, there is paid parking up the street in the garage with just a short block walk.

It’s a hit-​or-​miss on the fabrics here, depending on the day that you’re going. Some days, they will have great options. Other days, not so much.
The staff there is very nice and will give you great advice when needed. As a former student I can say that this store is great for like last-​minute things like notions and thread, and if you find a great selection of fabric, then that’s a bonus!

Even though this place isn’t huge, I love coming here more than Michael’s and Joann’s. Although they have a limited selection, I find that they always have what I need to make all my costumes and rave outfits. The two owners are also super friendly and helpful. I always feel a strong sense of community when I come see them here.
I love how gentrification is eating this city up but this hidden gem still remains! I hope it is here forever
Winmil primarily sells fabric but they also have some ribbon and buttons too

Beautiful, varied inventory, and genuine, helpful staff. In case that weren’t enough, prices are very fair. Great spot, highly recommend.

The staff are knowledgeable and helpful. I came looking for fabric to add sleeves to my three sleeveless gowns. I am so impressed with the young lady that helped me. She found and matched fabrics for all of gowns and took the time to write down the measurements for my seamstress. When I told her I was a cellist and needed stretchy fabric she also suggested I buy lingerie snaps to clip my bra straps in place. The selection was huge and the customer service was first class. I will certainly come here again!

The staff were very friendly, knowledgable, and helpful. They also gave some great advice for my next sewing project. Will be returning here soon!

I visited Winmill fabrics from Sydney AUSTRALIA, looking for pure cotton patchwork fabrics… I wasn’t disappointed! There was about 200 bolts of patchwork fabrics, many in subdued tones which I love. All good quality at excellent prices. WE PAY AROUND $ 15-​$ 25 metre at home… here fabrics of equal quality were $ 5-​$ 8 metre. Next time I’m in Boston, I’ll definitely visit this store again.

I came here to buy some zippers because apparently i got so fat over Thanksgiving that my zippers spontaneously broke off. I thought about going to the zipper hospital, but this place is a lot better. If you just buy the $ 3 zippers and watch some youtube videos, then you can save your $xxx jacket from being totally useless. This store is pretty nice, and there seems to be a large selection. The zippers were cheap, but I hope I don’t have to come here again unless I gain another 20 pounds from these dang restaurant reviews on Unilocal

Looks kinda sketch out side at dark — but when you walk in the hippest chicks are at the counter. Tons of fabrics and stuff! !

This place is pretty big and stocked with many different fabrics for cheap! Came here to grab my halloween fabric and was in and out in less than half an hour. The staff was nice and helpful. My only beef is that they made me buy more than I needed bc it was towards the end of the roll. Not the end of the world since its pretty cheap.
Overall a great place to get your DIY needs!

I wish there was a sign that said where things were, because I looked about everywhere else before finding buttons in the back left.
Huge collection of buttons though! And cheap!

They have embroidery floss for needle work projects! They also have cross stitch hoops of assorted sizes. I’m an active cross-​stitch and costume crafter and I was searching for a store that have a nice variety of supplies at a reasonable price and I think I found my place!
Fabric: they have a wide-​range of fabrics. They have a limited selection of buckles (e.g.: for belts) so keep that in mind.

I’m deaf. I use relay to make phone calls. I called to ask if they have pillow inserts. They hung up on me twice saying «We don’t really do any business or talk to people on relay calls.»
I don’t really do business with people that discriminate against the disabled and violate the ADA. Excuse me for wanting to shop local.

I really like this place, it’s down the street from my job so it’s very convenient. The service is really great, although if you’re in a hurry, you should go in and know what you want because waiting in line for them to calculate the price for 1 person usually takes about 5 – 7 minutes.
I had to make a dress and a skirt in 1.5 days and this store got me what I needed. I would give 5 stars but the fabric choice was a little limited for my taste I guess. I felt like there were way too many ugly flower patterns on the fabric than the really cool modern designs.
Other than that, if you’re willing to scavenger hunt you will probably find exactly what you need. I was in a rush, I couldn’t hunt that long.
Will be coming here whenever I need sewing supplies, the prices weren’t even that bad.

Excellent selection of fabrics, great prices. For example, they had a sale going on where you could get a yard of 100% cotton fabric for 2.98 (45 not the 60) but the quality is good and they have various designs and beautiful colors.

A decent selection of quilting/​calico cotton prints, some of them quite nice and could work as apparel fabrics. Quite a few fancier «designer» fabrics as they call them, generally from $ 4/​yd upwards, all sorts of different stuff. There is a good selection of wools along the left wall.
Also, a nice selection of thicker cotton prints (cotton sateen perhaps?) for $ 5/​yd. I live in Australia; cotton sateen prints at our fabric chains are generally $ 13/​m, so I’m VERY EXCITED for $ 5/​yd for nice prints! You should appreciate the amazing fabric prices you get here in the States :)
I didn’t see any shirting-​specific fabrics, which I was hoping to find, but they did have some plain-​coloured quilting cottons and a decent selection of linens.
The back of the store contains home dec fabrics, but that’s not my area so I can’t tell you much about it. Also some notions at the front of the store.
All in all: a nice little shop, decently organised, tidy. Love the prices.

I’ve been to Winmil a couple of times when I’ve been looking for fabric, and have always had a great experience. While the selection isn’t as vast as some larger chain fabric stores, the quality is great and the variety is well picked to meet just about any of your fabric needs.
Prices here are really reasonable, I bought fabric this year to make a Halloween costume for a fraction of what it would have cost to purchase the same thing. There are also great deals to be found in the back of the store. There are remnants on several tables that are deeply discounted if you have a small project to complete. There are also many patterns available for purchase for just $ 1.00 each. (This is in addition to the standard drawers full of patterns of all sorts.)
If you’re living in the city, there is not a more convenient well rounded fabric store to be found.