If you're anything like me, when you saw Katy's announcement about closing Sly Fox Fabrics, you felt a wide variety of emotions. Sadness. Heartbreak. Maybe even disappointment. But also happiness for Mary Beth. And understanding for Katy not wanting to carry on this venture without her.
Knowing how passionate my boss, Rebecca, is about fabric, small businesses, and generally making a difference in our community, I reached out to see if there was anything we could do. No harm in planting a seed, right?
It turns out, not only was there no harm in it, but that seed was nursed by both Rebecca and Katy, and now has blossomed into magic! Sly Fox Fabrics lives on! We are working with Katy to make sure the fabulous SFF community continues to have access to gorgeous fabrics, at wonderful prices, with the same service and lovely feeling that Katy and Mary Beth have provided the last few years.
I know, I know, you know all this already. What you really want to know is what's next? We'd really like to keep you in the loop as we go through this process. So, right now, Mary Beth is packing up the office in Cuyahoga Falls. It is a bit sad seeing it all packed up. But, exciting at the same time because it is being packed up to move, rather than packed up for good! Katy is busy organizing all the amazing information she has in her brain and files to help me make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining that lovely and unique SLY FOX feel that we have loved for the last four years.
For my end, I am organizing a cross-country move and looking at properties and learning how to place fabric orders and, well, all the stuff that Katy makes look really easy.
Since my sister vetoed moving all the supplies into our house (she seems to think we'll need to use our stove and actually wants to be able to leave the house for work and whatnot), we are moving into a storage unit temporarily.
These silly weekends are slowing me down! I am waiting to look at properties until the business type people are working. But tours and pro/con lists to start next week.
The fun bit is happening now though. Ordering fabric. Plus, we are hoping for a little fun along the way. What fabrics are you hoping to see restocked as soon as we relaunch? Specific fabric types? Colors? Patterns?
Come on back to the blog for updates throughout this process. I am excited to keep you all in the loop as we get moved and set up here in Atlanta.
Stephanie xx
I have just become aware if SFF and enjoyed one of your videos this morning, so I wish you all success with your new direction!
I have one of your fabrics in my sights too!😊
I’m new to your company and happy to see you are in the USA. Can you recommend a fabric for
Kimonos? I’ve seen some stretch chiffon but don’t care for the designs at my local fabric store.
Welcome to Georgia!!
Welcome to Georgia!!
I just now saw this post. I am really glad you are working to save this company. I have purchased several fabrics from SFF and getting ready to use my last fabric purchase. The fabrics are great quality and the prices are good also. Fast shipping as well.
As to fabric selections, knits are my go-to fabrics and would like to see more ITY knits. Best wishes in this new endeavor.
I’d love to see a nice variety of bamboo spandex. It’s harder to find, but so luxurious and amazing to wear.
Congratulations! Happy to see Sly Fox Fabrics continue! We’d love to work with you! Please connect and we can discuss :)
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So pleased to hear you will continue, but sorry to know Cuyahoga Falls will no longer be your home. I had just discovered SFF at the start of the isolation period and chose to use your shop for many reasons, including no shipping costs since we could pick the fabric up at your door. Best wishes for a success move and relaunch.
I’d love rayon and more cotton lycra or bamboo. You’ll see the Atlanta heat doesn’t sit well with DBP (we are in New Orleans). Will you also have a storefront? I’d love to pop in when we do road trips!
Good luck!!!
I am so happy that you are going to continue the business. I found out about your fabrics, went on the website and found out you were closing. You were out of almost all of your fabrics as well. I now do all of my fabric shopping online. There are no local stores carrying good fabrics in my area, just the local chain stores. Unfortunately, other then notions, there’s really nothing I’m interested in. I will keep watching for your new store opening. I’m so happy Sly Fox Fabric will be one of my go to stores for great fabrics as well as the wonderful pattern lines you carry. This email has made my day! 🥰
I hope you’ll consider “performance” fabrics & pattern recommendations for comfy, attractive & casual workout wear for variety of body shapes & styles.. i did a recent check of DIY patterns & fabrics via web – not very productive or encouraging for the fashion sewists at home.
Thanks.
Take a lots of deep breaths. It will all work out in the end. Thank you for taking this plunge. Best of luck.
KL
The best news! Thank you.
French terry, actually knits of all kinds! Maybe some great sweater knits for Fall/ Winter. I’m partial to blues but push me out of my comfort zone with some bold, rich solids and prints! Can’t wait to see what happens as you continue this journey😊
French terry, actually knits of all kinds! Maybe some great sweater knits for Fall/ Winter. I’m partial to blues but push me out of my comfort zone with some bold, rich solids and prints! Can’t wait to see what happens as you continue this journey😊
I agree, all the emotions! 💕 Thank you for stepping through the process for us. I know I’m looking forward to more Ponte de Roma. And you keep sharing other great fabrics! Easy answer? All the fabric!
Congratulations
I was so happy to receive my first order from you, (recommended by Sue and her I Love to Sew blog), and sooo very sad to get an email days later, that you were closing, right after I found you!. It’s so hard to get what you want online….I can’t tell you how much fabric ended up in the garbage before I gave up. I love the little videos where they say what the fabric is best used for, and what other fabrics will actually go with them. I was beyond thrilled with the quality and colors. I loved the French Terry and the other knit as well. I’ve made shirts, washed them, worn them again and NO HOLES after a few washings, unlike the readytowear clothes I’ve purchased. Thank you for this partnership and not giving up, and look forward to buying more in the future!
This is good news! Yay! I would love lots of performance knits (for athletic wear) and brushed poly for leggings. Also t-shirt knits.
Since most of this will be for me, solid colors, stripes, and mini florals are good. I’m not into big and bold patterns.
As I get better at sewing knits, I will make things for the grands and fun kid and youth prints would be fun to work with.
Glad you are back!
Rayon’s are my fav.