SAS Fabrics

Epic fail from the staff! We were treated so badly after being in the store for more than 45 mins with at least $ 200 worth of merchandise on the counter to purchase. When we come to the area once every 2 years we usually stock up on trims but never again will I shop here. My three year old said he had to use the restroom and they refused their restroom. I can understand no public restrooms to adults especially since this store is in a bad neighborhood with lots of not so nice looking people walking around. BUT, No store should ever deny a three year old a potty. SAS missed out on a really big sale. Don’t ever expect the staff to be nice or friendly.

This place has a huge selection of fabric with good pricing. The person behind the counter would not sell me the fabric I wanted because he said that the shop was required to keep at least a yard for themselves. I thought that was truly odd but what can i tell you.

I visited this location this morning, and was very u impressed. The staff was very snippy and unhelpful. I seemed to be just bothering them, even when checking out. They were rude to each other and to the customers. I was searching for a piece of material that is very common in plain black, and the woman working told me «I just have to look» (as if I hadn’t already). On top of that everything was just dirty and looked like the store had been swept with some of the material pieces.
Unfortunately I think I will just drive across town to the one in Phoenix, for the better customer service. I like to keep my business local, but I would even rather go to a big box store like Joann’s next time.

My absolute favorite place to get fabric! Tons of fabric for clearance prices. Never leave empty handed. Options may be limited compared to other fabric stores but the affordable prices make it worth it.

I was referred to SAS fabrics by a co-​worker, as I was looking for fabric to make into pillow cases. After researching the locations and reviews I decided to visit the Tempe location. I was hesitant because many of the other reviews said they experienced piss poor customer service but that was not the case for us. We came in on Saturday, and instantly my mind was overwhelmed with mountains of fabric.
The fabric is not organized well, so in many cases you have to dig for it. This kind of reminds me of a thrift store hunt, which was totally fun. The yards of fabric ranged in prices, and many were very decent. We probably spent about half an hour walking around and seeing what was offered. They also had a couple of boxes filled with some patches that were neat. Check out was quick and all of the employees were friendly that we encountered. We will definitely return.

I have used SAS for all my costuming needs for a few years now. It is awesome! It has been perfect for sewing school show costumes. You can buy bulk fabrics, trims, and embellishments for reasonable prices.
The staff can be helpful, but they are often busy. This is the kind of place where you come to get inspiration or great materials. It is not the sort of place where the staff is there to educate you.
The merchandise is always changing, so you never get bored (no matter how many times you visit)!

SAS Fabrics is wonderful! The prices are dirt cheap, and the materials are great quality. Give yourself enough time (at least an hour) to browse all the merchandise and wait in line for fabric cutting. You can find every color you need, and some really cool prints too. If I knew how to sew, I would only shop here and make all my own clothes! (Picture the scene from Sound of Music where Maria makes dresses out of the curtains — LOL)

I have been a loyal customer for the last few years bc their prices are really good. Although you never know what you’ll find, it’s kind of like a treasure hunt. On my last trip, I was blown away by the compete lack of help and customer service, and I’ll be going to the other fabric stores whenever possible.
I made the trip to look for a specific type of fur, and amazingly, I saw what I needed Unfortunately, the fur aisle was blocked off bc of a new shipment, and there were a couple boxes stacked at the other end of the aisle. I tried to be respectful and asked for help (instead of barging past the partition and walking 6 feet). I was told that I wasn’t allowed to pass the retractable station for safety reasons… But that no one would help me get the fabric. Instead, I was asked, «How soon do you need it?» and was told I’d need to come back as early as the next day — but it may take longer. Come on… The way this store works is that you don’t know what you’ll find, so you need to grab something as you see it. The lady who checked me out asked if I got everything I needed, and I explained the situation and how I wasn’t happy. She was absolutely no help either, so I asked her to tell her manager that this is how they lose customers. I lost a LOT of respect for them bc the way they treat longtime customers, and I will be going to other fabric stores (including other locations of SAS) whenever possible.

This place is amazing! Full of wonderful fabric, notions, trims, and more. But don’t come in expecting the staff to cater to your every need, it’s not that kind of place. Wander around, find what you need, ask the staff to cut or weigh it, go to the end of the counter and pay for it. Most of the women who work here aren’t the chat-​you-​up types and if that’s what you are looking for please just go somewhere else. There is one clerk who can’t stop talking to save her life, so if you really need someone to talk to seek her out.
To the reviewer below who was all butt-​hurt because the clerk was annoyed by OTHER customers kids and didn’t notice her 9-​months pregnant belly; get over yourself. Not every person on this planet is here to gurgle over your offspring. A lot of us find them extremely annoying. Kids don’t belong everywhere, and this is a prime example of a place they should stay out of. Until you can train them to not make messes, not scream, not endanger themselves and others, just leave them with a sitter.

This place is wonderful!!! They have the cutest fabrics for such great prices. Also got some great fabric for recovering some pieces for the living room and dining room. So pretty. Just be willing to dig through and look. The people were also very nice. This is my fabric place from now on!

Customer service here was horrible! I asked if I can have the underneath fabrics from an item I was buying a piece of white fabric and it was brown it looked like someone walked all over it!!! Lady was so rude about the whole thing that’s store policy sorry you could wash it when you get home everything is as is… She was so rude about the whole thing. So many ppl shop here they could be more nicer about this situation…

If you’re ever in Tempe and need some fabric, come to this place!
Chances are you’ll see me throwing bolts of satin or cotton around and chatting with the staff who I’ve gotten to know over the years.
There’s some real gems here. Don’t be fooled by the evap coolers and the oldish register. New and hard to find fabrics are here. I’m often the envy of all my designer friends because I find the neatest stuff and for CHEAP!
Pay attention to the signs, they will lead you to what you’re looking for, you may have to dig, there are literally piles of fabric in some bins. And neatly arranged fabric bolts in other places. There’s also not very many notions, but we come here for fabric! Roll up your sleeves and see what gem you unearth in this fabric store from the fashion gods!
If you see me, say hi and remember that you can only by the full or half yard and respect the LINE!

Not sure what all the negative reviews are about, because I love this place. All the employees are friendly, helpful and pleasant. They have everything ou need… and lots of things you don’t need. Seriously, it’s like going on a treasure hunt for things to make and do. They had an item for which I have been searching everywhere and the price was really low! If you’re looking for a pristine experience like Joann’s, this isn’t the place for you. But, if you love bargains, and tons of fabrics and every notion imaginable… go to SAS!

I love this location! The stock here is so much better and they have couture silks!!! Yayyyyy… no one sews with such refined fabrics anymore but I can find silk at $ 8/​yd and I can make fabulous stuff to my heart’s content! Besides, I’m a fashion design student so I constantly am in need of fabrics.
I saw them bring in tons of brocade, all beautiful prints, along with their section of «bridal» fabrics and trims. They price their stuff so low, and stuff runs out quickly so if you spot something that you like, you ought to get it because it will most likely not be there again. The sales people tell me that the majority of stuff is closeout, esp. the higher end material– silks, (which is what I always gun for).
They have a lot of zippers, buttons, cords, lace, trims, notions etc. to choose from, all really super cheap prices! I bought overlock needles for $ 1 a pack. I bought sharp and stretch sewing machine needles sizes 9, 11, 14, 16 at $ 1.75 each pack for 10. If you need size 18, this location does not have it but I know the one on Indian School Road does. I bought some embroidery scissors for $ 2 with cute bows on it and I found some really sturdy hook clasps made in England from probably the 70s or 80s but they’re super strong and that was only $ 1 for 20 of them!
There are tons of awesome deals in this place but you’d have to get use to the way they run things there. Customer service is very slim because their stock is constantly changing and they are objectively grouchy. You have to come in with a strong sense of what you want and focus on that. If you take everything with a grain of salt and just go there to get what you want and don’t expect to exchange pleasantries and nice small talk, you’d be fine. Oddly enough, I’ve several interesting and useful conversations with customers and workers there before, but I never go there expecting a full breath of great service. I just go there for what I need to get and be on my merry way. That’s precisely the attitude I suggest for you to adopt if you go here.

Here’s what you can expect from this location:
Cheap prices on a majority of the stuff. Unique fabrics and trims that you need to rummage through. This location is smaller than the one on 19^th Avenue. Parking was plentiful. Employees were friendly (at least three of the individuals we interacted with were friendly).
There is NO public restroom at this location. Closed on Sundays.
I would shop here again.

I went in the store today for the 2^nd time and customer experience was terrible. They have the must unhappy angry people working there. While I was picking out fabrics one employee said to another lady employee near me that a gentlemen needed a lot of help and could she help. She frowned and then angrily said «For What?». She was so bothered that she might have to actually talk to someone and help them out. Then once I went over to the cutting station the women helping me was so bothered there were kids in the store and just stared at them like she was going to kill them. And if she had paid attention she would of seen that I’m 9 months pregnant (with my first child I might add) and that her attitude towards children only made me very uncomfortable as a pregnant women and customer. She then began to complain about children and looked so unhappy just to be alive. I’m writing this to let you know how angry I left the store when before I even entered I was just happy. Good customer service really helps the company to shine and the customer to feel welcomed back and really I don’t feel that way.

I sew for a living and have been shopping in this store for over 20 years. Yes it’s a little cluttered, yes it can get busy and take a little time, but what I love most is YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOUR’RE GOING TO FIND!!! If you have a little creative edge, go there. And as for the staff, I love those broads! They’ll dish it out, just enjoy it! Where else are ya gunna get that???

«You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.» — Maya Angelou
DIY paradise! This is the place I go to when I have a little extra time and am ready to get crafty! They sell remnants and some older fabric prints that bigger stores carriy, lace and trims, piping, buttons, chinzy rhinestone tiaras, zippers, and other odds and ends you might need for whatever you’re crafting. It’s cramped but organized, musky smelling, has no public bathrooms, and is cheap! If you’re expecting store clerks to help you with all your needs, you’re in the wrong place. You’re definitely on your own until you need something cut or rung up. Some items might have stains or other imperfections but that’s why they’re cheap. Inspect closely, take your time, and for the love of humanity, don’t bring your kids here.
The clerks are pretty friendly and hilarious as long as you’re nice to them. Snooty people get snooty attitudes thrown right back in their faces — I love it. Happy scavenger hunting!

if i gould click no stars i would!!!
no stars!!! no stars!!!
excuse me for being so stupid and ignoratnt that you people had to treat me, rude and ignorant, first time in the store, heaven forbid you have to learn the ropes and no one really knows stock but eveyone knows sarcasm and rudness and ignorance that for sure, far cry from the 19^th ave store, go there, and what ever you do don’t touch a pair of sissors, believe me i know all about sisors and ruining a pair of sissors but doooooooooooooooon’t touch a pair of sissors !!!

Fabric is priced cheap but you have to inspect it for imperfections/​stains. I get frustrated with how messy the store is. Also don’t like that there is no restrooms, I have to take my kid cross the street.