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Boca Bargoons
1855 N. Central Expressway, Plano, TX 75075
972 423-8700

Florida's largest fabric company has finally made its way west (as all smart men, young and old, eventually do.) They took over the old Tippin's Restaurant site and are now dishing up delicious deals on fabric. Upholstery and drapery fabrics from around the world are offered at a fraction of their original cost, making them the fastest-growing decorative fabric chain in the country. Expect to decorate your world and look like the rich folks at bigger, better bargoon prices. This huge Plano 15,000-square-foot phenomenon opened its doors with savings of 75 percent off.

Childress Fabric & Furniture
2101 Midway Road, Suite 200, Carrollton, TX 75006
972 267-9100

Talk about the fringe benefits of shopping here. Of course, if it's fabrics you want, have at it. Yards and yards to shop before you sleep makes any determined shopper continue to seek. After all, the elusive bargain may be just around the corner. And around the corners of this company you'll find tons of fringe, upholstery braids, bedding, pillows, trims and all the tools of the trade. If you need help with design, just ask. Need reupholstering or upholstering, just ask. Need something made from scratch, just ask

Current Fabrics
2653 Perth Street, Dallas, TX 75220
214 353-2766

The tides have changed and the current is flowing with discounted fabric from this warehouse. Au Current keeps up with the current fabric trends and anything you want in fabric, they can deliver at 50 percent off and more. All first-quality fabrics (but it's always a good idea to inspect all fabric before purchasing) for garments, formals, crafts, home decor, including upholstery, and drapery fabrics. Why pay retail when you can save on the most recent, up-to-date styles at closeout prices? Head to the current fabric district on Perth Street and see what's current on the horizon.

Cutting Corners
13720 Midway Road, Suite 200, Farmers Branch, TX 75244
972 233-1741

You do not need a bolt of lightning to get fired up about how they don't cut corners, just prices. This quality mill outlet is a fixture in the Metroplex. They also have their own line of window fixtures, called "Iron Designs," in your choice of metallic finishes at really great prices: adjustable rods, extendable brackets, ball finials, clip rings. Fab new fabrics found hanging around: pleated "Fortuni" silk, bronze-colored sheers, print and solid chenilles, and that old stand-by, chintz. You don't want to pass this shopping experience up

Fabric Yard
15317 Midway, Addison, TX 75001
972 774-1740

Thousands of yards of upholstery and drapery fabrics at up to 75 percent off were laying around neat as a pin in this 9,000-square-foot showroom. Star-struck names stuck out, including Barrow, Bloomcraft, Kravet, Schumacher and Waverly creating their own red carpet. No washed up has-beens, just big bins filled with hundreds of bolts at deeply discounted prices. No need to call in the officials or ask for autographs, though some of their prices were indeed a steal. Uncovering the wealth of opportunities here makes the Fabric Yard a big plus in the decorating genre..

Golden D'Or Fabric Outlet
10795 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75220
214 351-2339

This is remnant heaven. If you had the notion to get your wardrobe in motion, or your house the recipient of an "Extreme Makeover," the buck(s) should stop here. They've got the Midas touch when it comes to all the popular fabrications for dressmaking, drapery and upholstery. They handle every type of printed fabric with closeouts being their middle name. Shop where other fabric stores and garment manufacturers shop. There's not much left to consider since they occupy over a 200,000-square-foot warehouse, with over six million yards in stock.

Interior Alternative, The
1305 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 75247
214 637-8800

It's out now, on the streets, for folks with a cheap streak. Here's the outlet for powerhouse Waverly/Schumacher, but let this be a fair warning: On Saturdays the place looks like a tornado struck by mid-afternoon. Now you have the full picture. If you want to make a detour from paying full price, here's where Waverly/Schumacher disposes of their overruns, closeouts, discontinueds and irregulars. Choose chintz, damasks or tapestries, velvets and moirés. Choose matching wallpaper, trimmings and accessories. And it does spell savings. In store, there's also a sewing center for small projects like toppers or pillows.

Keeton Supply Co.
912 E. Vickery Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76104
817 268-2931, 817 332-7888

For the industrious sort, here's the place to stock up on upholstery supplies. Keep Keeton on your supply list for Dacron, padding, welt cord, burlap threads, staples, and tools. Furniture legs, swivel seats, pillow forms, cording, zippers, webbing, cane and all the tools you'll need for the job (cutters, hammers, button makers, staple guns, stretchers, upholstery needles, spray guns and supplies). They carry a variety of veritable vinyl (especially for marine, auto and furniture use) to velvet and everything in between. Foam? You bet, in various widths and shapes for chairs, sofas, and ottomans.

Old West Stitches
3101 A. North Main Street, Cleburne, TX 76033
817 558-8828

Gay Lynn Thompson is some sort of sew-and-sew. Once you've seen her work, you'll know that if you need anything monogrammed, even something that has not been thought of before, she can do it. Put initials on almost anything. Monogram two places on a shirt-the cuff and the pocket, for example, giving you that polished look. This is the place to take anything you want personalized. And, while you're there, don't overlook everything western that Gay has in the front of her shop.

Super Textiles Fabric Outlet
2667 Perth Street, Dallas, TX 75220
214 353-2770

Super Steve makes Super Textiles worth shopping just for his comedic delivery, if nothing else. He's hilarious and maybe has a second career in the wings. You never know; Letterman and Leno can't last forever. Ask him a basic question like, "Do you have any jacquards or denim?" and you'll wind up with a five-minute comedy routine. Just ask. You'll see. But you're here because you want to buy some fabric, right? This Perth Street warehouse showcases fabric from apparel manufacturers in town and, when it lands here, prices are cut accordingly.

Thomas Sewing Center
1515 N. Town East Blvd., Mesquite, TX  75150
972 681-3996

At Thomas Sewing Center, you can stitch away with the best for the least.  Watch for their clearance sales of machines which should keep you bobbin for more.  You can shop this local super center for the latest in quilting machines, fabric and classes without feeling guilty.  If you want to see a selection of 100 percent cotton quilting fabrics, no one in the Metroplex has a bigger assortment.