The JoAnn story and tariffs are making sewing more challenging!

We typically get a few emails a week from our suppliers about price increases on products that go along with sewing. Most of the notions companies are passing along their increased costs. Some of the fabric suppliers very kindly noted the tariff costs as a separate line on the invoices, but that practice has ended with most suppliers.

Supplies of certain things are getting harder to find. Either they are no longer produced, are no longer being shipped to the US, or are stuck at the port unless and until the importer pays the extra tariff charges. Some suppliers are declining their shipments! The closure of JoAnn has also made access to many things limited to online shopping.

I thought I would pass along a few links to products that my customers ask about, and which might still be available from other online sources.

Kasha coat lining. This is the flannel backed satin coat lining that adds heft and extra insulation to your winter coats and capes. Very hard to find, but Vogue Fabrics appears to have some in stock! Grab it while you can. 

Mettler and Metrosene threads. You are in the right place right now! We are being told that it is hard to find these much-loved threads. Shop with us now! 

Big Four patterns. There is some uncertainty about the fate of the "Big Four." They are now owned by a liquidation company but they have put out some new patterns for Fall/Winter. 
For now, you can order them online at Simplicity.com. 

Please ask us about hair canvas, shoulder pads, zippers, and anything else you need to finish up your projects! Text us at 202 507 9775.

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