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Hobbiest needlework shop.

Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2018 6:11pm
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eddies

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Hi everyone, does anyone know of a well stocked hobby outlet that deals in needlework/embroidery materials etc. 

Many thanks in advance. 

jimtaylor

Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 6:40am

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Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 6:40am

You could have a look at Mercería Lady on Calle de Orihuela, 28 in Torrevieja. 

I'm not aware of any hobby shops, but mercerías (haberdashery shops) in my area stock everything my wife needs - threads, DMC, Anchor, materials, vileda, Aida, etc. The only thing they don't stock is evenweave.

eddies

Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:07am

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Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:07am

Thank you. 

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Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 1:07pm

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Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 1:07pm

I'd tend to stay away from chinos for needlework and embroidery materials. They're OK for a lot of stuff, but you need to be careful what you buy. Don't buy needles or pins, as they're poor quality. Some of the crochet and cross-stitch threads are usable, but I've noticed that Margaret uses thread conditioner on them a lot more than she does on brand-name threads, and complains about them splitting. 

eddies

Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 1:20pm

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Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2018 1:20pm

Hi, just been to Merceria Lady, not overstocked on crafty bits but we got some cross stitch and threads along with a loom and some materials. Many tha ks for your help and advice. Merry Christmas and a happy new year to all. 

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