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Looking for designer fabrics in Malaysia

Posted on 18. Apr, 2008 by shambie adzhan in HELP!, HOW TO

*bleh* I’ve spent hours google-ing for Anna Maria Horner’s Chocolate Lollipop, Heather Bailey’s Freshcut™, Sandi Henderson’s Ginger Blossom and Joel Dewberry’s Aviary Fabric Collections. Why can’t we have this kinda fabrics in Malaysia’s store?

Aren’t they gorgeous?

If I buy all these from the overseas company, it will definitely gonna cost me bones and limbs! Err… But I absolutely fell in love with these fabrics and didn’t found any similar design here in Malaysia. Or perhaps I didn’t do enough digging?

Cost for these lovely fabrics?

I did survey the online market price for designer’s fabrics. Overall, for 100% lightweight cotton the maximum price is USD9.00 per yard (which is less 3inches than a meter). Yes, the fabrics are sold by yard, measured in 1/4 yard increments. Minimum cut for each fabrics is usually a half yard.

International Shipping, err to Malaysia?

Most of the online store that provide international shipping, use the most economical way to ship small international orders using Global Priority Mail Flat-Rate Envelopes. And delivery is within 4-6 business days but will take up longer than that due to being held by the customs. This envelope is USD11.00 each and will be able to hold 5-10yards (based on fabrics weight, width and type).

Is there any tax charges?

I ordered a yew yards from 2 stores, and the packages arrived safely to my home in 10 days time… with NO TAX charges. *phew*

I’m not sure about this part, but there was no tax charges when ordering from these online stores. (will update this part later, still unsure bout this)

But I did call the PosMalaysia’s Customer Service, they failed to provide me good answers on these matters. *bleh

Can we get these in Malaysia’s store, I’m uncomfortable with online purchases?

I dunno bout this since I’m not in KL or any big cities and will not be able to do enough surveys. That’s why I just love shopping through online stores, it save me a lot of time. Everything is at the point of your fingers, and just hafta wait for the package to arrive. hehe

So, if you happened to know any good stores in Malaysia that carry these lovely designer’s fabrics, do leave comments yeah!! Will appreciate it so much! ???

Now, MY selection of online stores!

This list is based on likeness;

1. Little Cherubs – US *you can get Chocolate Lollipop for USD8.20/yard
2. Little Cherubs Heirloom eBay Store
3. Cia’s Palette – US *i love Alexander Henry – In Crowd for USD8.75/yard
4. Boqinana eBay Store – China *cheap and funky
   
5. Contemporary Cloth – US
6. *will be added from time to time

That’s it! Hope this will help you in findings gorgeous fabrics for your crafty/quilting needs.

*yeay* I’ve put up a mini guide for you!

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