Directory
Abakhan
34-44 Stafford Street, Liverpool
http://www.abakhan.co.uk
A sprawling haberdashery bursting with dressmaking bits. Downstairs is a bargain basement with bins of cheap remnants, while upstairs hosts
Absolute Vintage
15 Hanbury St, London E1
0207 247 3883
http://www.absolutevintage.co.uk
Rails rammed with colourful bargains and a fabulous choice of accessories. There are more than 1,000 pairs of shoes (steady on) and must-have clutch bags from as little as 8 pounds.
Ajenno Jewellery
Elmdale Road, Bristol, BS3 3JD
07825409162
http://www.ajenno.co.uk
Ajenno Designs Handmade Jewellery offers beautiful, unique, simple pieces of jewellery all created by hand. Each piece of jewellery in the collection has been handmade using a variety of materials including handmade glass artesian beads, handmade ceramic beads and pendants, handmade silver beads and pendants, gemstones, semi precious beads, Swarovski crystals and much more.
All the Fun of the Fair
2.8 Kingly Court, Carnaby Street, London, W1B 5PW
http://www.allthefunofthefair.biz
A sweety shop for knitters and crafters. Full of yarn, haberdashery, quirky buttons, vintage finds. Perfect for gifts for crafty friends.
Antoinette Vintage Hats and Clothing
The Pumping Station,Penarth Road, Cardiff, CF11 8TT, Vale of Glamorgan
07831 590518
http://www.antoinettes.biz
Email: antoinetteantiques@hotmail.com
Quality vintage clothing from the 30s to the 80s and accessories. This shop's speciality is vintage hats with the largest collection (over 800) of unique vintage hats for sale in Wales and possibly the UK.
Arkangel
4 William Street, Edinburgh EH3 7NH
0131 226 4466
http://www.arkangelfashion.co.uk
Party and wedding outfi ts from French and English designers alongside eclectic jewellery and chic accessories.
Armstrongs
83 The Grassmarket, Edinburgh
EH1 2HJ plus more stores - see website for details
0131 220 5557
http://www.armstrongsvintage.co.uk
Armstrongs Vintage Emporium is a tardis-like store overflowing with antique uniforms, vintage handbags, hats and clothes from every decade dating back to Victorian costume
Backstitch
01749 675272
http://www.backstitch.co.uk
Online store selling printed fabric, plain fabric and dress patterns.
BDelicious Beads
2 Triangle South, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1EY
0117 929 1789
http://www.bdeliciousbeads.co.uk
BDelicious Beads offers a unique and fascinating shopping experience for lovers of beaded jewellery. Our range of beads, findings, feathers and trims ensures you will find what you need to make your own jewellery, or commission us to make up your design.
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Beyond Retro
110-112 Cheshire Street,
London E2 6EJ
0207 613 3636
http://www.beyondretro.com
A warehouse packed with over 10,000 items is an East End institution with a loyal following of fashion students, stylists,offbeat musicians and skint types. Great
or classics like jeans, shirts, leather jackets and cowboy boots.
Billie-Jean
208 Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8NU
0117 944 5353
http://www.billiejeanclothes.com
This colourful and exciting shop was established in 1986 selling to all ages. Vintage silk scarves, retro clothing, partywear, glamour and glitz, fabrics, velvet curtains new and reconditioned. A wide selection of new fur felt trilby hats, caps, toppers, bowlers, accessories and much more!
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Blue Rinse
9-11 Call Lane, Leeds LS1 7DH
0113 245 1735
31A Tib Street, Northern Quarter,
Manchester M4 1LX
0113 245 1735
http://www.bluerinseleeds.co.uk
Vintage clothing, accessories and re-made clothes from modern and vintage fabrics. Some exceptionally cool outfits here.
Bohemia
33A Morningside Road,
Edinburgh EH10 4DR
17 Roseneath Street,
Edinburgh EH9 1JH
0131 447 2630
http://www.bohemiadesign.co.uk
A world of fashion, jewellery, bags, accessories, books, stationery, toys and generally unique and amazing stuff!
BS8
34 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5JG
0117 930 4836
Lots of small shops under one roof, from small, cute and kitsch accessories to vintage/retro fashion.
CallyCo
7 Peas Hill, Cambridge, CB2 3PP
01233 778 744
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5 Stamford Walk, Stamford, PE9 2JE
01780 753409
http://www.callyco.com
Candy Says and Hipnotique Vintage Clothing
39 Elm Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex SS9 1SW
0127 721 2134
http://www.candysays.co.uk
Check out the aprons in the 'vintage for the home section'. Worth a visit for these alone, especially the Siamese cats.
Circa Vintage
37 Ruthven Lane, Glasgow G12 9BG
0141 334 6660
http://www.circavintage.co.uk
Don't be put off by the clunky website, there's some lovely vintage stuff on here by a shop who clearly care about their clothes.
Cloth House
Berwick Street, London W1F 8SJ
0207 437 5155
http://www.clothhouse.com
Lots of wonderful fabrics including hessian, latex and vintage trimmings from environmentally-friendly sources.
Clothing Federation
56 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5JN
0117 929 9889
Jewellery, bags and accessories, club and casual wear, some throw-away fashion, in a good way.
Concrete Wardrobe
50A Broughton St,
Edinburgh EH1 3SA
0131 558 7130
http://www.concretewardrobe.co.uk
Concrete Wardrobe stocks work from over 200 Scottish-based or trained designer makers, from disciplines as diverse as silk screen printing, weaving, ceramics, knitting, fashion design, jewellery, lighting design, glass and print making.
Curious Cleo
97 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2XE
01246 417933
http://shop.curiouscleo.co.uk
A Vintage Boutique that sells clothing and accessories instore and online
Custard
Wine Street, Bristol
Every Friday and Saturday
A weekly feast of eclectic mix of vintage, customised designer pieces, stylish second hand and Janine's customised pieces. Practical items of clothing with a touch of class and period style. Janine also offers a customised, alteration service which in most cases can be guaranteed for the following week. Cloth recommends you visit this stall if you're in Bristol - we love it!
Elsie Riley
59 Broad Street BS1 2EJ
0117 9349 139
http://www.elsieriley.com
Lots of girly things, handbags, jewellery, hair clips, knickers and gifts, think pretty
Fabrications
7 Broadway Market, Hackney,
London E8 4PH
0207 275 8043
http://www.fabrications1.co.uk
Independent gallery, shop and studio dedicated to eco-friendly, contemporary textiles and design. Everything from costume design to teaching and workshops. Look out for an interview with multi-talented founder Barley Massey in issue 2 of the magazine.
Fred Aldous Ltd
37 Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1LW
0161 236 4224
http://www.fredaldous.co.uk
Get Cutie
33 Kensington Gardens, Brighton East Sussex BN1 4AL
0127 368 7768
More print dresses than you'll ever be able to fit in your wardrobe.
Gimme Shelter Vintage Boutique
at The Lanes, 22, Nelson St, Bristol BS1 2LA
0117 325 1979
http://www.gimmesheltervintageboutique.com.
Vintage clothing, jewellery, records and memorabilia.
Godiva Boutique
9 West Port, The Grassmarket
Edinburgh EH12JA
http://www.godivaboutique.co.uk
0131 221 9212
The official line - Godiva has always been about fashion with a conscience and are justly proud of their support for, and nurturing of, local designers in the Scottish community. Some beautiful dresses on the website!
Hobo's Vintage Clothing
26 High Street Arcade, Cardiff CF10 1BE
029 2034 11 88
http://www.hobosvintageclothing.co.uk
An eclectic mix from 60s evening dress to 70's disco shirts to 80s sportswear.
Hometown
74 High Street, Rochester, Kent ME1 1JY
0163 4838 880
Patchwork Quilting, Fabrics, Haberdashery, Home Accessories, Textile. Lovely shop with so many beautiful fabrics. They also run courses and exhibitions. Expect to see Hometown in issue 2.
Instant Vintage
6 George Street, Bath BA1 2EH
0122 5444 608
http://www.instantvintage.co.uk
Inspired presents, eclectic clothes and handmade jewellery.
Jam Jar Beads
49 Leopold Street, Sheffield, S1 2GY
0114 327 7232
http://www.jamjarbeads.co.uk
Landbaby at the Bluecoat
The Bluecoat, Liverpool
http://www.myspace.com/clairebateslandbaby
Baskets of innovative make-do-and-mend treasures: felt corsages, button broaches, paper butterfly necklaces - even ornate tea cups turned into pin cushions!
Little Red Monkey
12, The Narrows, High Street, Knighton, LD7 1AT
Childrens boutique stocking good quality nearly-new clothes. New organic cotton baby wear, dresses and pyjamas. Pretty smock dresses a speciality, handknitted socks and knitwear. Some vintage childrens clothes & vintage buttons. Unique "kids on cushions", and a bespoke wedding, christening, party range for little ones by Clare of "made with love"...
Little Red Vintage
74 Bold street, Liverpool, L1 4HR
0151 703 6872
http://www.myspace.com/littleredvintage
http://www.facebook.com/littleredvintage
Specialises in re-styled and original clothing from the 1920s through to the 1980s. We especially liked their floral frocks (perfect for festivals!).
Lush Lampwork
http://www.lushlampwork.co.uk
Contact: julie@lushlampwork.co.uk
All my beads and buttons are handmade from glass, one at a time. No two beads or buttons can ever be exactly the same, although I do offer some of my designs on a made-to-order basis and others are truly 'one of a kind' unique creations.
Magic Number Three
2 Victoria Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire, BD18 3LA.
01274 587313
http://www.magicnumberthree.co.uk
Magic Number Three is a sumptuous mix of ethical clothing boutique with contemporary art and craft gallery. We offer leading eco and fair trade labels and showcase local & UK designer-makers. Here we combine style with ethics, meaning you can look good and feel even better.
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Make and Mend
28 Catherine Hill, Frome, Somerset BA11 1BY
07966 073213
Vintage, kitsch and retro goodies in beautiful and girly surroundings, Make and Mend boast a shopfront full of vintage clothing and homewares plus an open design studio where owner Donna Lynch offers dress-making, alterations and is often busy working on designer creations.
Me&Yu
Third Floor
Afflecks
52 Church Street
Manchester
M4 1PW
http://www.meandyou.com
Extremely cool independent label who design their own unique brand of hand-drawn/photographic style punk/new wave streetwear. A visit to their shop in Afflecks Palace or their excellent website is an absolute must!
Millie Moon Haberdashery Boutique
20 Paul Street, Catherine Hill, Frome, Somerset BA11 1DT
01373 464650
http://www.milliemoonshop.co.uk
Fabrics from fantastic designers such as Amy Butler, Kaffe Fassett, Alexander Henry,Free Spirit & Liberty. Millie Moon also run courses and sell lots more lovely stuff so check the website.
Motel
24 Park St, Bristol BS1 5JA
0117 934 9173
Vintage and US inspired clothing brand. See interview in issue 1.
myfuroshiki
http://myfuroshiki.blogspot.com/
http://www.folksy.com/shops/myfuroshiki
Fun, fuss-free, affordable & eco-friendly, the myfuroshiki range of furoshiki is inspired by the Japanese tradition of using fabric to wrap gifts, make bags & home decorations. We offer a range of fabrics including our own designs, hand printed & tie-dyed onto cotton cloths, as well as a selection of gorgeous prints & woven checks that we have sourced. No tearing, no scissors, no sticky tape, no waste. Just one or two simple knots & you have a new bag or your gift is wrapped. It's the wrapping revolution!
Patch Fabrics and Haberdashery
http://www.patchfabrics.co.uk
An online shop offering fun fabrics and trimmings for all crafting purposes.
'Patch Packs' available...chosen by us to inspire you...
New fabric lines added regularly.
Patchwork Garden
630 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, S7 2BA
0114 258 3763
http://www.patchworkgarden-shop.co.uk
This shop has got over 1000 bolts of fabric for quilting and dressmaking and the owner and her team of helpers are so knowledgeable and helpful
Pink Lemons Too
41 Gloucester Rd, Bristol BS7 8AD 0117 942 2103
3 Lower Church St, Abbey Green, Bath 01225 424 310
Lovely shop stocking clothing and accessories from small and sophisticated labels such as Great Plains.
Prick your finger
260 Globe Road, Bethnal Green
London E2 0JD
0208 981 2560
http://www.prickyourfinger.com
If knitting was an Olympic sport, then founders Louise and Rachael would be gold medalists having once knitted a wedding as part of the Cast Off Club for Boys and Girls.
Quilty Pleasures
1b Upper Hamilton Road, Brighton, BN1 5FD
Website - http://www.quilty-pleasures.co.uk
Blog - http://www.quiltypleasures.wordpress.com
Stocking a combination of lovingly selected contemporary and vintage inspired printed cotton fabric from brands such as Michael Miller, Amy Butler, Kokka, Sevenberry and Makower; suitable for quilt making and sewers alike. A treasure trove of thread, buttons, ribbons and haberdashery are also available for every requirement.
Ragtrade
2 Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol BS2 8DJ
0117 376 3085
http://www.ragtradeboutique.co.uk
Vintage and second-hand clothes. See interview this issue.
Resurrection
Resurrection
17-19 Bold St, Liverpool L1 4DN
Tel: 0151 709 2676
http://www.resurrection-online.com/
Three-floor high street megastore packed to the rafters with mod t-shirts, funky labels like Sugarhill, Rare, Amplified, House of Gods and People's Market.
Retro
8 Otago Street, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G12 8JH
0141 576 0165
http://www.retro-clothes.com
Men's and women's vintage clothing from tail coats to flairs. Also sells vintage bedding, jewellery and accessories, ideal for bargain hunters!
Rokit
101 Brick Lane, London E1 6SE
0207 375 3864
http://www.rokit.co.uk
Rokit began in 1986 with a market stall in Camden and now has four shops in London.
Very user-friendly website and pretty reasonable prices for the vintage world. Lots of stuff here!
Search Press Limited
Wellwood, North Farm Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kents, TN2 3DR
01892 510 850
http://www.searchpress.com
Search Press is the leading art and craft publisher in the UK, specialising in fine art, textiles, general crafts and children's crafts. There's something for everyone who loves working with textiles including books on bag-making, quilting, fabric-dyeing, making cloth dolls, home accessories, clothes, batiking, felt projects and much, much more!
Second Hand Rose
18 The Hopmarket
Worcester
WR1 1DL
http://www.secondhandroseworcester.co.uk
Second Hand Rose stocks a wide range of mens and women's Vintage clothing (day and evening wear) and accessories including bags, hats, shoes, belts, scarves and jewellery. They also stock a range of vintage knitting and dressmaking patterns, vintage artwork and knick-knacks.
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Serendipity
4 St Mary Street, Chepstow, Monmouth, NP16 5EU
01291 622 367
Secondhand and Vintage shop, specialising in painted and re-upholstered furniture, and kitsch kitchen bits, plus vinyl from all eras and books from as little as 10p each! The clothing, shoe and handbag section is currently growing.
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Sew Much Fun
46 Chalcot Road, Primrose Hill,
London NW1 8LS
0207 722 9889
Unique, modern haberdashery catering for all sewing levels. Proprieter Roz Davies also runs tailored courses for people who want to make their own clothes, handbags and soft furnishings.
ShOp
19 Christmas Steps, Bristol
0117 316 9421
http://www.myspace.com/shop_the_shop
Vintage clothing and homeware and a hub for local musicians. Feature coming up in issue 2.
Shop Dutty
116 Cheltenham Road,
Bristol BS6 5RW
http://www.shopdutty.com
One-off designs, customised vintage, handmade pieces, hoodies and tees, spray paint, exhibitions, artwork, accessories and gifts.
Speedie's
81 Redchurch Street, London, E2 7DJ
http://www.speediesvintage.blogspot.com
0207 739 4798
Speedie's is a colourful mix of retro furniture, clothes, record players, the odd bike or two and generally all things kitsch.
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Spunky
http://www.spunky.co.uk
0870 870 5343
Spunky make designer T-shirts & hoods for Men, Women, and now Kids. They use 100% Organic GOTS Certified Cotton, and are about to go FAIRTRADE (men's tees from Spring 2010 and the rest to follow) - making them the First UK Streetwear Brand to be both. Spunky's designs are submitted by independent designers / doodlers which enables them to always have the freshest designs.
St Nicholas Market
Corn Street, Bristol
http://www.stnicholasmarketbristol.co.uk
A real treasure trove of stuff here - fabrics, second-hand clothes, vintage, T-shirts with funny slogans, and so many hearty, organic places to eat and drink in between shopping.
Stitching Up Paris
+33 658 354 286
http://www.stitchingupparis.com/
stitchingupparis@sfr.fr
Bespoke half day tours, with Barbara Cattoni, of sewing, knitting and craft shops in Paris
Stuffed Nonsense
40 Albion Street, Cheltenham,
Glos, Gl52 2RQ
http://www.folksy.com/shops/stuffednonsense
http://www.stuffed-nonsense.blogspot.com
Sell their own accesories and other miscallany that we make in the shop and also sell other craftsters goodies. We loved their stuff so much that they are featured in issue 2.
The Bankrupt Shop
29 Stafford Street, Liverpool
http://www.thebankruptshop.com
Lots of stores but too many to list. Reams of quality fabrics, organised by colour and buckets of 1 pound sale pieces.
The Cloth Store
40 Queens Square, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1HA
01293 560943
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24b Carfax, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1EE
01403 211786
http://www.theclothstore.co.uk
We offer everything from fabrics for dressmaking and quilting to sewing machines, dress forms, threads and cottons for needlework, tools for beading and hobbycraft and ribbons, fabrics and trimmings for curtain making and home furnishing. We also run comprehensive evening dressmaking classes from both shops.
The Cotton Angel
22 Church Street, Monmouth NP25 3BY
0160 0713 548
http://www.thecottonangel.com
Crammed with over 1500 bolts of top quality 100% cotton craft fabrics as well as books, magazines, threads and everything needed for tapestry, cross stitch and embroidery, as well as a wide range of beads and textile paints.
The East End Thrift Store
Unit 1a Watermans Building
Assembly Passage, London E1
0207 423 9700
http://www.theeastendthriftstore.com
This is vintage on a budget with most of the clothes priced between 7 and 15 pounds. Probably not one for the vintage elite but dig deep to fi nd the treasure - it sounds like you won't be disappointed.
The Laundry at Taurus
Taurus Crafts, The Old Park, Lydney GL15 6BU
0159 4840 563
http://www.thelaundry.co.uk
Gloria Nicol's wonderful shop stocks everything from homewares, jam and pyjamas. Carefully sourced pieces - quirky, funky, fantastic and more. You will spend hours on this website.
The Makery
146 Walcot Street,
Bath, BA1 5BL
01225 421175
http://www.themakeryonline.co.uk
The Makery runs creative workshops & parties in sewing, crochet, upholstery, printmaking, ceramics and much more! A lovely haven for creativity, learning & socialising where you leave with something beautiful handmade by you!
The Textile Recycling Workshop
24 Lysander Road, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6SP
01225 707156
We recycle clothes and teach others how to recycle them to, giving tired and unworn garments a new lease of life. We also run short workshops that will teach you how to sew, knit, thread and use a sewing machine, how to use a pattern and basic stitching techniques.
The Vintage Revolution
Technology House
2 Lissadel Street
M6 6AP
http://www.thevintagerevolution.co.uk
0844 884 8534
Total Vintage
http://www.totalvintage.co.uk
Specialising in unique vintage clothing & accessories for
both men & women ranging from the 1950`s to the 80`s.
Totty Rocks
40 Victoria Street, Edinburgh EH1 2JW
0131 226 3232
http://www.tottyrocks.co.uk
Polka dots, nautical and deck chair themes. 'One of the only boutiques in Edinburgh where everything is designed and made in Scotland' Times Online.
UK Fabrics Online
http://www.ukfabricsonline.com
stores.ebay.co.uk/ukfabricsonline
UK Fabrics Online provide a wide range of fabric suitable for clothing and other crafts, all at great prices. We have Polycotton, Gingham, Fleece, Satin, Lace, Faux Fur and many other fabrics in regular stock.
Uncle Sam's Vintage Clothing
54 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5JN
0117 929 8404
This shop has been here forever. Always known for its American-influenced retro suede and leather jackets, jeans, tops and dresses.
Urban Village
The Custard Factory, Gibb Street,
Digbeth, Birmingham B9 4AA
0117 316 9421
http://www.urban-village.co.uk
Collection of cool vintage and new designer independent traders, all under one roof.
Vintage Hart
White Hart Public House, 96 Church
Road, Upper Norwood SE19 2EZ
07982 184 657
http://www.vintagehart.co.uk/what
Only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Small shop based in a pub with a range of vintage, new and used for girls from the 1950s to the 1990s. Also accessories bags and shoes, belts and jewellery.
Vintage Kit
11 Queens St. Bath BA1 1HE
Tel 01225 336 566
http://www.vintagekit.com
Comfortable, home grown clothes for children, easy to wear and inspired by the past, present and future. If you have children then visit their wonderful website at your peril - you will want to buy everything!
Vintage Vision
36 Lion Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5NT
0781 816 8955
http://www.vintagevision.co.uk
Vintage Vision provides women with an opportunity to share their knowledge, develop new skills, and access training and work experience, through sourcing, repairing and marketing vintage and retro clothing. We have a gorgeous shop selling lots of beautiful vintage clothes and accessories. We also run sewing and re- styling classes. We are a social enterprise which means that we put any profit into supporting the project.
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Watts Trading
12 Fore Street
Lostwithiel
Cornwall
01208 872304
http://www.wattstrading.co.uk
An organic emporium selling natural and fairtrade homeware, food and gifts.
www.backstitch.co.uk
Exciting online sewing store stocking a range of patterned fabrics, plain fabrics, and sewing patterns. Patterned fabrics from favorite designers as well as new independents, and a versatile and value for money plains range. Try their fabric bundles from the cocktail collection! Pattern designers include Oliver + S, Bettsy Kingston and Colette. Projects are clothes for women and children as well as accessories and homewares. Take a look at their blog too for sewing inspiration, tutorials, and reviews.
www.cxlondon.com
Independent Pop Fashion,
Gifts & Accessories
This is a very cool, funky, pop-influenced website. Personal favourites - the bright green wet look leggings and mini tape necklace.
www.ragandmagpie.co.uk
http://www.ragandmagpie.co.uk/
An online boutique dedicated to offering kooky vintage and Indie fashion. We have a broad collection ranging from 40's Pin-up and 50's Rockabilly ensembles to new unique pieces by Indie fashion Designers.
*Cloth stockist
www.saintsandpinners.co.uk
http://www.saintsandpinners.co.uk
01392 873243
Jo & Fran run an online fabric and pattern shop, offering a tempting range and free delivery on orders over 50 pounds.
www.u-handbag.com
http://www.u-handbag.com
0208 3103612
An online store specializing in bag making supplies & goodies, including purse bag making kits. New products added every fortnight.
www.vintagewhistles.co.uk
http://www.vintagewhistles.co.uk
An online store specialising in mens vintage suits and clothing from all eras. A great selection of 2 & 3 piece suits and a huge range of genuine Harris Tweed jackets.
