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World of Fabrics in Charlton Kings is a resource for anyone serious about textiles, sewing, or general crafting.
Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 10:00–17:15
- Sat
- 10:00–17:30
The shop stocks an impressive range of fabrics—cottons suitable for quilting, more refined materials for dressmaking, plus patterns, threads, and all the haberdashery basics you'd need. It's easy to spend a good hour just moving between bolts of cloth and thinking through your next project.
What sets it apart from a straightforward retail experience is the workshop programme. They regularly run classes for different experience levels, whether you're looking to learn foundational sewing skills, master a particular quilting method, or attempt something more ambitious. The atmosphere is genuinely encouraging, making it an approachable place to pick up a new skill or simply find some creative direction.
The location works well if you're spending time in Cheltenham. Charlton Kings is just a few minutes away by car or bus, so it slots easily into a broader visit to the town centre. If you're the sort of person who finds satisfaction in making things, or you've been meaning to try sewing properly, this is somewhere that will give you both the materials and the support to get started.
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