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When Joann shut its doors, a lot of Ohio sewing rooms suddenly had a supply problem. The good news is that independent quilt and fabric shops across the state never went anywhere, and many carry deeper fabric selections than the big chain ever did.
From Amish Country to the Lake Erie suburbs to the Ohio River, these 12 shops are where crafters now fill their bags with bolts, notions, patterns, and kits. Check the hours before you go, because many keep short schedules and close on Sundays or Mondays.
1. Quilt Foundry, Maumee, OH
Batik lovers in northwest Ohio already know where to point the car. Quilt Foundry on West Wayne Street in Maumee is known for an extensive batik selection, along with a broad mix of fabrics and supplies.
The shop also runs quilting classes, which makes it a handy spot for anyone who learned the basics at a chain store and wants to keep going. There is one more perk worth knowing about.
Quilt Foundry offers repair services, including servicing embroidery machines. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., so Toledo-area shoppers should plan around that early Saturday close.
2. Lone Star Quilt Shop, Millersburg, OH
Holmes County road trips have a way of ending with a trunk full of fabric. Lone Star Quilt Shop sits on County Road 77 outside Millersburg, right in the heart of Ohio Amish Country.
The selection here is enormous, covering quality fabrics, patterns, and finished quilts for anyone who would rather admire the work than stitch it. The staff has a friendly reputation, which helps when you are standing in front of a wall of choices.
Early birds get a real advantage. The doors open at 8 a.m.
Monday through Saturday, closing at 5 p.m. on weekdays and 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
Wednesdays and Saturdays tend to be the busiest, so a Tuesday or Monday visit may be calmer. Repair services are also offered.
3. Stitches Quilt Shop, Cincinnati, OH
Sunday sewing emergencies happen, and Stitches Quilt Shop is one of the few places on this list ready for them. The Cincinnati shop opens Sundays from noon to 4 p.m., plus Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
You will find it at 16 Village Square, with free street parking nearby. It is locally owned and carries an extensive selection of quilting fabrics.
Beyond the bolts, the shop offers quilting services and repair services, so it can help with more than just shopping. The staff is known for being welcoming.
Weekend afternoons draw the biggest crowds. If you want room to browse, Monday afternoon or a Tuesday or Wednesday morning is usually quieter.
4. Carlisle Fabric & Quilts, Sugarcreek, OH
Main Street in Sugarcreek, the Little Switzerland of Ohio, is a fine place to spend a fall afternoon. Carlisle Fabric & Quilts at 108 E Main St gives crafters a solid reason to park and stay a while.
The shop stocks an extensive selection of quality quilting fabrics and accessories, plus handmade quilts. It pairs nicely with a day of shopping and eating through Tuscarawas and Holmes counties.
Mondays run late, with doors open until 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday it closes at 5 p.m., Saturday at 4 p.m., and it opens at 8:30 a.m. every day but Sunday.
5. The Quilting Bee – Lakewood, OH
Machine shoppers on the west side of Cleveland have a strong option here. The Quilting Bee in Lakewood is an Authorized BERNINA Dealer, so you can look at machines and fabric under one roof.
The shop serves quilters of every experience level with high quality fabrics, patterns, tools, and notions. The notions selection gets as much attention as the fabric.
Convenience is a big part of the appeal. You can shop online for in-store or curbside pickup or shipping, and there is a free on-site parking lot at 1456 Warren Rd.
The shop is closed Mondays. It opens 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday.
6. Threads of Tradition Quilt Shop, Archbold, OH
Over 3,500 bolts. That number alone explains why Threads of Tradition pulls quilters toward Archbold in Fulton County.
The shop is connected to Sauder Village on State Route 2. Its cotton fabrics cover reproductions, contemporary prints, batiks, and more, along with quality notions.
Reproduction fabrics are a nice draw for anyone working on traditional patterns. The knowledgeable staff is available to help narrow down choices from that huge inventory.
Plan a Tuesday through Saturday trip, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The shop is closed Sundays and Mondays.
7. The Laughing Ewe Quilt Shop, Canal Winchester, OH
Wool crafters, this one is for you. The Laughing Ewe in Canal Winchester is a quilt shop and a wool supplier, including wool quilt kits.
That mix sets it apart from the cotton-heavy shops on this list. The selection of fabric and kits works for both quilters and general crafters.
It is an easy drive southeast of Columbus, at 360 W Waterloo St. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with Sundays and Mondays off.
8. Quilt ‘n Stuff, Lebanon, OH
Lebanon has exactly one quilt store, and Quilt ‘n Stuff carries that title proudly. The shop sits at 748-B Columbus Ave in Warren County.
Inside, you get a variety of fabrics, notions, patterns, books, gifts, and craft supplies. The pattern selection is a highlight for anyone hunting for a next project.
Got a finished quilt top waiting on a shelf? The shop offers longarm service, and calling ahead is the way to get details.
Note the unusual schedule. It is closed Tuesdays, open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Monday and Wednesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends.
9. Side Stitchin’ Quilt Shop, Belpre, OH
Young shops can surprise you. Side Stitchin’ in Belpre opened in June 2021 and has already become a go-to in Washington County along the Ohio River.
It is a smaller shop, but the fabric quality stands out. Shelves include names like Moda, Riley Blake, and Benartex, along with quilting notions.
Find it at 2128 1/2 Washington Blvd. It is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., which makes it one of the more weekday-friendly stops on this list.
10. The Polka Dot Pincushion, Richfield, OH
Organization matters when a fabric selection is this big. The Polka Dot Pincushion in Richfield keeps its huge stock arranged so finding the right print is easier than usual.
The shop carries fabric, sewing supplies, patterns, and kits. It also provides long-arm quilting services for finishing projects.
Its spot on Brecksville Road puts it within reach of both Akron and Cleveland crafters. Visit Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., since it closes Sundays and Mondays.
11. AnnaLouisa’s Quilt Shop, Navarre, OH
Hand-dyed wools give AnnaLouisa’s a personality of its own. The Navarre shop pairs those wools with a vast selection of quality quilting fabrics.
Prices here have a good reputation, which matters to anyone who used to wait for chain store coupons. The staff is known as helpful and knowledgeable.
Navarre sits in Stark County, a short trip from Canton and Massillon. The shop at 5225 Leona Ave SW is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
12. Calico Cupboard, Pataskala, OH
Beginners and longtime quilters both leave Calico Cupboard with ideas. The Pataskala craft shop carries quilting and sewing supplies from fabric to kits.
Kits come in options for all skill levels, a handy feature for anyone just starting out. Patterns and project ideas round out the shelves.
Curbside pickup is available at 7216 Hazelton-Etna Rd SW in Licking County, east of Columbus. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Joann may be gone, but between shops like this one and the other 11 on this list, Ohio crafters still have plenty of places to stock up. Save the list for your next fabric run.
