Because I live in a very rural area I always look for the best places for hobby craft supplies and where to buy sewing supplies online. Although I make upcycled clothes I sometimes combine old fabric with new to get the desired effect. I always look in the clearance sections to get the most out of my money. This taggie blanket is a perfect example of combining old with new! There are many online stores and I’ve used a few. There are pros and cons to them all but putting it simply…
I like Hobbycraft!
- They have a HUGE range of goods
- Lots of special offers
- Free home delivery on orders over £30
- Free returns
- 10% discount for students
- Click and collect service
- Gift cards
- Efficient and easy ordering
- Buying Guides
The Goods
If you’ve 
been following my blog you’ll know that I don’t like spending when I don’t have to. Hobbycraft have always got special offers on, like these fat quarter bundles for half price.
There are usually special offers on sewing machines, worth a look whether you’re looking for yourself or thinking of a gift.
Sewing kits are a great way of encouraging 
children to start sewing. You can make up your own kit or go for something like this cute bear, cut out and ready to sew.
You really are spoilt for choice and I have to keep a firm reign on the credit card when shopping for sewing supplies online at Hobbycraft!
The Website
It’s easy to navigate with an intuitive search facility. Pages are fast to load even with my rural broadband connection. You can join the Hobbycraft Club and get 15% off your first order with special deals delivered to your inbox.
There are guides to help make informed choices, for example, there’s comprehensive sewing machine guide.
Customer Service
All orders have a freepost return slip in case there’s something wrong with your order. On the odd occasion I’ve needed to use this it’s been a straight forward process with refunds or replacement goods delivered in a timely manner.
I’ve never contacted them by phone but it costs the same rate as a local call It’s free if your landline or mobile tariff includes free calls to local rate numbers. Emails have always been answered promptly.
Cons
- Popular items sell out quickly and stock can take a while to come back in.
- Some haberdashery items can be on the expensive side.
Finally
If you’re looking for sewing supplies online then Hobbycraft is the place to go. They cover most hobbies, not just sewing and they are at the top of my list for cheap craft supplies.
Head over there and get crafting!