Lions Gate Shopping

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

(fabric) Canvas & industrial nylons for Pavilion construction: Baker Time Materials: Source of commercial grade fabrics, canvas, nylons, etc.; Location: 2nd & Clark, Vancouver.; Comments: this is a Wholesale Outlet, therefore you must have a registered company to take advantage of the excellent prices and selections. It is a warehouse with racks on rolls. They even have 12' widths of 12-14 oz canvas. Parking is difficult as is in commercial zone. However, very helpful staff and lots to choose from - too much, in fact. nearby there is a commercial tent making operation where you can buy gromets by gross.

(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 pageant / 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

(fabric) Textile Clearance Centre: Main Draw: fabric sold by the yard at $6 or less; Location: just north of 41st and Fraser, Vancouver; Comments: Labelling is almost non-existant, you'll have to guess at the fabric content; and organization is minimal. Pricing is indicated by coloured tape on the end of the bolt/roll. Look for pricing boards to determine the fabric price per YARD (not meter).

(rattan) The Wicker tree: Main Draw: Source of weapon-quality rattan; Location: 20460 Langley Bypass, Langley, V3A 5E7, 604-530-0818; Comments: Has 16 ft lengths of 1 1/2" to 2" rattan and will cut what you need

(Jewelry) Rosebead Studio: Main Draw: Jewelry, rosaries, sterling silver crosses.; Location: Website: http://rosebeadstudio.com Hornby Island, BC; Comments: Jewelry, rosaries and amulets made from traditional rose petal beads, semi-precious stones, gold and silver. High quality sterling silver crosses.

(Jewellery supplier) Stuller: Main Draw: Tools, findings, mountings, ready stock, stones.; Location: 600 - 736 Granville St, Vancouver, 604-678-9615; Comments: Professional quality supplies, not condusive to browsing for beginners.

(Jewellery Supplies) Mountain Gems: Main Draw: Tools, metal and gems.; Location: 4611 Hastings St, Burnaby, 604-298-5883; Comments: Great jeweller hobbyist/artist store, some classes. Good source for soapstone and lapidary stuff. Lots of inexpensive gemstones and beads. Fun browse.

(Pewter) Purity Casting Alloys Ltd: Location: Surrey; Contact: sales@purityalloys.com, 604-888-0181

(Pewter) Canada Metal Pacific Ltd: Location: Delta; Contace: 604-940-2010

(Soapstone) Quadra Stone: Location: Vancouver; Contact: 604-266-5341

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