Where to stock up on holiday craft supplies, inspiration this season

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Holiday craft season is in full swing. Experienced homemade gifters know the making season starts in summer, but the procrastinators among us may be just getting started.

These fabric shops are well-stocked with fabrics in patterns for all occasions, from holidays to animals to sports. Whether you're working on an apron, potholders, quilt or something else for your loved ones this holiday season, you'll find the fabric and notions you need at these shops across the Upper Midwest.

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For quilters across the region, Bay Window Quilt Shop in Perham, Minnesota, is a destination for high-quality cotton in a wide variety of patterns and themes. This shop is perfect for folding into a day of shopping the storefronts in a classic and quaint downtown.

If you'd like to try something new, owner Katie Hennagir designs quilt patterns. You'll find unique, new quilt designs in the shop, alongside fabrics thoughtfully arranged to inspire.

Rae-Bon Sew & Quilt Shop

Rae-Bon Sew & Quilt Shop is a labor of love for owner Sandy Beneke, who started sewing felt clothes for her troll dolls as a little girl. Now, her store is a hub for quilters to shop, take classes and stitch in good company.

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Rae-Bon is built for new sewists and lifelong stitchers alike. One of their signature offerings is kits to make projects like zipper pouches, runners and more. These kits make excellent gifts (both complete and as a project for someone else) and are a great option for experienced crafters looking for fresh ideas.

Ginny’s Fine Fabrics

Garment makers will find themselves in a wonderland of options at Ginny's Fine Fabrics in Rochester.

The collection of colors and textures here will inspire any maker. From slick silks and luxe cashmere to hardy denim and stretch knit, they have a little bit of everything.

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One of the most fun parts of visiting Ginny's is sifting through the unique selection of buttons. They have all shapes, sizes, colors and textures to suit the needs of both the functional and fabulous.

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Mitchell is designed with quilters in mind. The shelves are stocked with high-quality quilting cottons and flannels, alongside notions, books and patterns to help energize you for your next project.

If you're feeling indecisive, check out The Pin Cushion's selection of quilt kits. This lets someone else select the fabric, cut the right amount for the project, and choose the pattern. All you have to do is make the quilt!

Creations Quilt Shop

Those who like to browse and play with different combinations of fabric will have the time of their lives at Creations Quilt Shop in Duluth.

This shop is stocked with over 1,000 bolts of batiks, plus plain and patterned cottons of all kinds.

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The family that runs Creations is eager to help customers find the right fabrics and patterns to make their dream projects come to life. They also offer longarming services for those who enjoy the piecing but not the quilting.

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Dickinson aims to be a one-stop shop for fabric crafters. On top of the cotton, flannel, minky and fleece for quilters, they have everything needed for machine embroidery projects.

If you're looking for something for your next project, just ask! There are treasures scattered all over the shop, and the staff are happy to help guide you to whatever you need to get your next project to your machine.

Quilter’s Jem

For new quilters and experienced sewists looking to hone their skills, Quilter's Jem in East Grand Forks is a real gem. Owner Kim Dietrich is an educator at heart and holds classes for beginner, intermediate and experienced quilters.

From machine-sewn quilt designs to paper piecing, there's a class for every kind of quilter. Those who prefer to work alone have plenty of fabrics to choose from, with colors, patterns and themes to fit every taste.

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