Lions Gate Shopping

Shopping Destinations of interest to the medievalist travelling in Lions Gate (Greater Vancouver, B.C., Canada)

(fabric) Little India

Main Draw: Source of fancy fabrics at reasonable prices.

Location: Main St at 49th Ave and environs. Three or four blocks along Main St featuring many fabric shops, grocery stores (spices, rosewater), jewelry stores, and restaurants.

Comments: Prices aren't always marked, but don't be afraid to ask. And don't be afraid to dicker a little; if you indicate to the boss that you're going to buy lots, they're generally quite happy to cut you a deal. Recognized repeat customers often don't even have to ask. Fabric content is often not available or is misleadingly labelled; buyer beware. If you pause for lunch, be sure to try the Butter Chicken (very mild) and a Mango Lassi (creamy yogurt drink).

(fabric) Little India Surrey

Main Draw: Fancy fabrics at reasonable prices.

Location: Scott Road (aka 120th St) between 96th and 80th Aves in Delta/Surrey (Scott Road is the dividing line)

Comments: A smaller, more spread out version of Little India, but with many of the same features. See also comments in "Little India" above.

(fabric) Designer Fabric Liquidators / Atex Fabrics & Consultants

Main Draw: Linen and wool fabric, many colours, good prices. Other fabrics also stocked.

Location: 150 West Hastings, Vancouver

Comments: Closed Sunday. Neighbourhood is a little seedy but is fine in daylight. Two blocks down from Dressew.

(fabric) Dressew

Main Draw: Quirky products, cheap prices. Primarily fabric and sewing materials, but halloween / theatre / beauty pagent / dance costuming materials as well. Many MANY shelf-feet of trims, buttons and zippers.

Location: 337 West Hastings, Vancouver

Comments: Cash only. No credit or debit. Must be seen to be believed. Fabulous deals to be had if you're willing to search them out. Just a couple of blocks from Designer Fabric Liquidators.

(fabric) Fabricana

Main Draw: Amazing silks, brocades and variety.

Location: United Blvd, Coquitlam

Comments: It's a bit on the pricy side but has great stuff for Italian Ren gowns to Middle Eastern outfits. Locations and hours

(rattan)The Wicker tree

          20460 Langley By Pass,Langley B.C. V3A 5E7
         (604) 530 0818
       Has 16 ft lengths of 1 1/2" to 2" rattan and will cut what you need 

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