Haberman Fabrics

They will work with you if you have special orders.

We were helped by Lucky, today — she was extremely informative and had no problem pulling certain selections for us to see closer. Will be back this weekend to purchase. Thank you!

I give Haberman’s five stars for selection. Their collection of fabrics, trims and notions is absolutely amazing.
Unfortunately, the service gets zero stars. While the sales staff are pleasant and knowledgeable, you can never find someone when you need one to have fabric cut. I’ve walked all around the store to find a salesperson, waited 15″ or more until one was finished with another customer, asked to have one paged and never got help, etc. This means you have to allow for a one-​hour visit just to pick up a few simple items. Habermans would be heaven for sewists if it weren’t for this big problem.
The average of five stars and zero stars is 2.5 stars, however I’d give Habermans a re-​review of five stars if they can get the customer service problem corrected.

All I wanted was dressmaker muslin, and decent customer service. What I got was a horribly inferior product sold to me with a bitchy attitude at a price that was crazy more than it should have been. I shall never return to or refer anyone to this place and I resent the single star I had to give in order to share my rating. I realize that Detroit is akin to a third world country in many ways, and I am not going to have a lot of options like in New York or San Francisco, so Haberman’s and JoAnn’s are the only shows in town. I have always gone out of my way to support independent businesses over chain stores, however Haberman Fabrics has driven me to JoAnn’s front door. Bummer

I have been a Haberman customer since I was a wee one. I can remember being three years old and being wildly fascinated by the HUGE button wall they had at their old location (the new button area does not compare-​it is much smaller and no longer a wall).
I got the lace for my wedding veil here, the fabric for many of my pillows, and of course a bazillion buttons (I used to collect them).
I have a few reasons for my 3 star review. The customer service has gone down in recent years. Most staffers are friendly, but it is often darn hard to find anyone to help me when I need it. The last several times I’ve been in, I haven’t bought a thing. For me, I rarely go into a fabric store without buying at least *some* fabric. It just doesn’t really happen. I always see something I like and dream up what I want to make with it.
The problem with this at Haberman as of late is they are not really coming into the 21^st century. I can walk into any JoAnn I want and find a plethora of in demand/​in style/​trendy fabrics. Chevron, Moroccan inspired, etc. I can’t do that at Haberman. The trendiest fabric they have there is Marimekko, and last time I was there (9 months ago), it was on its way out of the store entirely. I’d much rather shop at Haberman, but they just aren’t keeping the stock fresh. Visually, not much has changed in the fabric department in the last 5 years (and possibly longer).
You may not think that a fabric store has to stay on trend, but it is important. I think they could bring in a bigger and younger clientele if they had even 5 trendy fabrics. Maybe some day they’ll come into the 21^st century and I’ll be pleasantly surprised, but for now it’s disappointing to not find anything even sort of trendy.
I am going there again this afternoon and I’m eager to see what they have available, but I fear not much will have changed in 9 months and I’ll walk away empty handed. And nobody wants that.

Really great selection of fabrics with decent prices. They have a huge selection of custom order fabrics so if you can’t find what you want then you’ll be sure to find it in one of the 100 ’ s of special order books.
The only thing is you have to find someone to write up your order even if you don’t buy fabric. I bought buttons today and waited in a line 5 people deep only to find out they can’t scan them, they have to hand write each piece with the price on a piece of paper first. So I had to get out of line wait for someone to write up my 10 sets of buttons then back in line behind 5 more people just to pay.

I was actually talked out of my purchases today and that was after two other salespeople had passed the buck, (me), to another for help. Very disappointed, with the lack of help, and being talked out of lovely fabric I wanted to buy. I’m thinking a salesperson wanted it for herself. Not feeling like going back, though I had a much better experience there about three months ago. Wondering why it’s gone downhill there so fast.

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I don’t know why but for the few years I lived in Ferndale, I thought that Haberman’s was interior design focused. A few weeks ago, sick of the big box fabric stores in the area, I decided to stop by and see what they had… I about cried. The fabric selection is beautiful, nicely laid out and the prices are reasonable. I’ve only made a couple purchases there so far and have had minimal interaction w/​the staff but the few I have had contact w/​have been helpful and friendly and I haven’t had to wait for assistance. This is the fabric store to go to if you want quality and up-​to-​date fabrics in this area.

Beautiful selection of fabrics! Everything you can possibly imagine! I stopped in because I’m getting married and I needed some blinged out ribbon– which they had beautiful beautiful ones! The staff is very knowledgable and are willing to help you carry out your vision! They also offer many classes just o online and check it out!

Everyone with dreams of being one of the mighty Christians (Dior, Siriano, Louboutin) or creating their own atelier ought to be dancing into Haberman Fabrics at the first opportunity.
I’m obsessed with texture, colour, and patterns as much as the next girl. Unfortunately, coming from a family of brilliant sewers and seamstresses is a little like being a shoemaker’s wife. My skill with a sewing machine ends around aprons, pillow cases, and simpler costumes. Nevertheless, Haberman’s is a like a darned garden for the sartorially inclined.
Touch. All the various bolts yearn to be pinched, stroked, and sampled by your fingertips. I’ve found the loveliest light crepes and heavy velvets, thick canvas broadcloths and everything in between. Upholstery and clothing fabrics are given equal care, and unlike the samey bolts at the likes of Jo-​Ann, here you can locate unique options and yards. I rather feel overwhelmed navigating through. Try not to come with a generic idea like ‘pretty skirt’ or ‘curtains,’ because the selection is broad enough to be totally overwhelming, wondrous, and frightening. I feel like a pirate among the treasure chests of notions that give ideas I know my skills aren’t up to handling.
Specialty fabrics seem to be their high water point, especially when it comes to formal attire or special household uses. Chances are, if you need something very specific, it’s on their racks.
And watch for sales! Notions, odds and ends, last of bolts, and clear outs offer fabulous finds. I don’t get in here often, mostly due to outstanding projects that beg to be finished first. Staff makes me think I can achieve anything. Don’t I wish!

7^th Ave remnants are legit!

Haberman fabrics is the best! I have been going to them for years. The current location is a dream come true. The have top notch fabrics and trims. You can find whatever you are looking for– I found a gorgeous boucle wool suiting there– it was perfect for a jacket i was making. The staff is very friendly and knowledgable. This place is the place to go for all of your sewing needs!

Almost everything you would ever want for a sewing project can be found here. We purchased some nice foam (how often do you say that?) and fabric for a chair we are reupholstering.
Staff are knowledgeable and friendly.
Prices are mostly comparable to other chain stores, however Haberman stocks more speciality fabrics.
Great place to get ideas for new projects.

I took a soft goods design course this summer and was soo happy to have found Haberman Fabrics.
Haberman has a huge selection of high quality fabrics and materials. It is not cheap by any means… I paid $ 35 a yard for horse hair canvas. But the quality is very worth the price. And in the end I have an excellent piece that is worthy of my industrial design portfolio.
The staff is knowledgeable and always nice.
There is a big selection of reduced priced fabric as well. And I actually walked out with enough fabric to construct my design at a price that is comparable to JoAnn’s…with the exception of the canvas backing. I’d recommend it to anyone who is interested in any kind of sewing or upholstering.

LOVE THIS PLACE!!! This is the go-​to fabric store for hard to find fabrics: wool knits, coutil, silk of all kinds, luscious upholstery fabrics, trims as far as the eye can see!!! Haberman is a little pricey, but you’re definitely getting what you pay for. The only thing I’ve ever found there that is totally overpriced are hooked corset busks, which a clerk even told me were overpriced, since they buy them full price online and then mark them up. They also have a pretty decent selection of unusual patterns, and offer a wide variety of classes. I’m a seriously picky costume designer, and won’t settle for anything short of ideal. The best thing to do is go in with a specific project in mind, because you’ll end up dropping several months worth of rent on the best fabrics you’ve ever found :)

I’m crazy about the huge selection and remarkable service at Haberman Fabrics. I travel with my job and try to visit fabric stores everywhere. I’ve never found a more inspiring place for decorating and clothing projects. I admit I’m addicted to the good stuff, fabric you love to touch or has unique designs. But hey, I could be hangin’ in casinos and lose all my $ and have nothing to show for it. When I go to Habermans, I come home with treasures, seriously folks, treasures!
The prices go from «unbelievably super buys» at under $ 10 to realistic costs for fabulous quality. In the decorating department I got to-​die-​for Belgian cut velvet on linen upholstery fabric for about $ 45 that would have been triple that price at a design center. On the other side of this large store you’ll find funky fabrics from Betsy Johnson and elegant wool from Polo. There’s even a room full of embroidered, beaded or blingy fabrics for party dresses.
You don’t have to be a sewing expert to shop there. It’s fun for everyone. And the women working there love to share their knowledge and ideas with you. Don’t be surprised to see groups of visiting kids on school field trips learning about fabric. And hey, if you want to learn to sew or sew better, Habermans has cool classes too.
The store recommends reliable professionals to sew for you if you need them. My friend had her bridal gown made to look like a jaw-​dropping $ 9,000-ish designer one she wanted, but couldn’t afford. She got exactly the look and quality she wanted in a better shade for her complexion, and it fit great too. The salesperson organized all the silk fabrics and beaded trims and other things needed to make the dress, for about $ 750. The dressmaker fee was about $ 1500. That was way less than the original would have been.
I could go on and on. Maybe I already have. Just go to this wonderful shop and be thankful it’s there.

I really thought I was going to talk in here and be robbed by old biddies holding me at needlepoint. I have no idea, but I always thought this place would be ridiculously expensive. More than Jo-​Ann fabrics.
I guess I thought this because I figured quality = price gauging! If I didn’t want polyester everything, I’d pay for it – and it’d be a hefty price.
I came here for suiting material. I knew what I wanted — 100% wool and nothing else would satisfy me. I was expecting a little dippy section for suiting material. And I was expecting to pay $ 30 – 40 a yard (note: I didn’t say I was WILLING to pay that much).
I have never been so happy to be so dead wrong! They had an amazing wool and suiting section! Everything from super retro hounds-​tooth to very standard pin stripe. When I was there, everything wool was 20% off. EVERYTHING. The prices ranged from $ 13−28/yard with $ 22 being average. However, they had one special section where all suiting fabric there was just $ 10 a yard. My jaw dropped. Beautiful silver herringbone 100% wool fabric for $ 10 a yard?! That’s gotta be criminal.
The ladies who work there are exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly. On check out I asked if they knew any seamstresses in the area that would do a custom made vintage-​looking suit for me. To my surprise, they already have a list! And the lady went through and highlighted my «best bets». In order to get on said list, you have to show the store samples of your work. So it’s quality checked! There’s a list of dressmakers about 50 people long and a list of home decorating experts about 30 people long.
NOTE: Referral list is ONLY available in store. They keep it updated!

Ya don’t know whatcha got until it’s gone…
I seriously used to pop into Haberman’s just for a textile fix. I’ve been going there since college, and when they moved to their expanded current location I just about peed myself with happiness. They carry high-​quality fabrics of all sorts — brides who are thinking about DIY would D-​I-​E coming here, and their Marimekko and other home dec fabric offerings are insane — but don’t forget the trim. Who knew I needed a bear-​shaped button? Or olive drab satin ribbon? I have tried sewing clothing before and suck horrifically at it, but I’m a whiz with a pillow cover or Roman shades…
I really miss this place!

Haberman’s has far and away the BEST selection of specialty fabrics in lower Michigan. They carry an amazing selection of high quality silks and embellished tulle, as well as really nice upholstery and home-​decorating stuff. They have independent-​maker patterns and nice wools and suitings. There’s an entire section of bridal fabrics, including the Vera Wang bridal silks. My best friend found a seamstress through Haberman’s to have her wedding dress custom-​made. Their trims and ribbons section is fantastic, and they have a lot of really unique things you can’t find other places.
The prices at Haberman’s are totally fair for the quality of the fabrics they carry, but if you’re looking for cheap cotton quilting fabric, this isn’t the place to go. Their selection is much more geared toward apparel and home décor sewing. It’s a beautiful place to browse– I drive over an hour from Ann Arbor to shop here. I can’t recommend it enough.