Studio Surplus Collection
Studio Surplus is our rotating collection of designer deadstock, overstock, and unexpected fabric finds - sourced through industry connections, uniform manufacturers, and past studio projects.
Tougher than old boots and supremely sharp and black.
Wide bow scissors - 4" (10cm) small and precise in a deep, permanent black steel.
Merchant & Mills is a UK-based company celebrated for its beautifully curated range of high-quality fabrics, sewing patterns, and expertly crafted notions. Founded in Rye, East Sussex, Merchant & Mills champions a minimalist and functional approach to garment making, emphasizing timeless style and craftsmanship. Known for its thoughtfully designed patterns and sustainable fabric collections, the brand empowers makers with tools and materials to create durable, elegant, and practical clothing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sewist, Merchant & Mills inspires creativity with an ethos of quality and simplicity.
Studio Surplus is our rotating collection of designer deadstock, overstock, and unexpected fabric finds - sourced through industry connections, uniform manufacturers, and past studio projects.
One of our favourite corners of The Button Dept. is the collection of unique glass buttons, everything from clear vintage-inspired styles to tiny hand-painted florals. These delicate pieces are like little works of art that add something truly special to any project.
We especially love using the hand-painted ones, but we know they’re fragile. We wanted to better understand how they hold up when exposed to water and gentle detergent.
A flexible, ongoing fabric subscription where you can choose from any of our beautifully curated solid bundles OR yardage. Kona Edit is purely about the fabric and it puts you in charge of what your monthly or bi-monthly delivery looks like.
Toronto maker space/shop for fabric, notions, patterns, books, sewing machines, inspiration, and project cheerleading.
We acknowledge and appreciate the land we operate our establishment on is the traditional territory of many nations; including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples, and it is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples.
We also acknowledge that Tkaronto (Toronto) is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.