With Upcycled Fabric and Trims at Unmatched Prices, Fabrix is a Different Kind of Store
For 30 years, Fabrix has been upcycling fabric and trims from local San Francisco manufacturers and designers, so that sewists of all experience levels can find unique, high-quality fabric and trim at low prices and low impact to the environment.
Where Fabric Comes From
Not all fabric stores are the same, and believe it or not, they can source material very differently. Some buy the newest designs from mills overseas. Some buy from salespeople who represent multiple fabric designers. Some buy from “jobbers” who consolidate overstock from mills, trucking fabric all over the country. And sometimes they buy too much inventory. When apparel manufacturers, furniture upholsterers, and wholesalers buy more fabric than they need, they are left with extra yardage — not enough to use but not enough to interest fabric resellers.
That’s Where We Come In
We buy fabric overstock directly from local Bay Area factories and bring it to our customers, who discover beautiful and high-quality fabric they can’t get anywhere else – at unmatched prices! Family owned, we are proud to transport fabric ourselves in our trusty Toyota Highlander to keep costs low, footprint light, and fabric out of landfill.
It’s Not Just About Prices…
We believe in a sustainable future for fashion, one that maximizes creativity and minimizes waste. We are the go-to shop for designers and makers who repair, reuse, and re-envision materials, choosing to combat the environmental impact of fashion by combatting textile overproduction.
When you buy at Fabrix, you contribute to keeping fabric, most of which is not recyclable—believe us we tried– out of landfill. You are also helping our local economy of factories, designers, and manufacturers survive the high costs of doing business since they can sell their deadstock to us and recoup the costs of materials they no longer need.
There’s More Than One Way To Buy Fabrix
Our unique model means new items come in and sell out on a regular basis, so for your convenience, we sell online and in our San Francisco store. Visit either place to see what is new. If you see something you like, grab it … it won’t last long. And for the latest additions and deals, sign up for our biweekly newsletter!
We’re Almost 100% Upcycled
We are very close to being 100% upcycled, but we also want to be a one-stop-shop for our customers. It’s hard to complete a sewing product without elastic, sewing needles, and threads, and factories almost never have overstock of quilting cottons, tuille, and felt. Additionally, as more local factories, small designer labels and workrooms close — we realize we may need to look for new sources beyond the SF Bay Area.
Why Choose Fabrix
Fabrix has been around for 30 years, and the current owner took over in 2022 when she found out her favorite local fabric store was about to close without a new owner stepping in. She loves the store! But beyond that, she also brings a unique combination of personal and professional experience:
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Home sewist for more than 30 years
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Merchandiser in New York City for Brooks Brothers, where she learned all about high-end fabrics
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Degree in fashion merchandising from Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City
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Merchandiser in San Francisco for Gymboree, where she learned all about overproduction and fast fashion
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Advocate for a thriving local community of makers
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Fabrix
432 Clement Street (between 5th & 6th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 221-4111
[email protected]
Regular Hours
Monday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Tuesday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Wednesday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Thursday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Friday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Saturday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Sunday | 10:00am to 5:30pm |
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day
