Oakapple Haberdashery

William Morris Olive Orchard is now on the website

How delicious is this William Morris fabric? I have chosen my favourite five fabrics in rich purples and gorgeous greens!

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Riley Blake

Cath Kidston - Pre-Order - Fat quarter bundle expected NOVEMBER 2026

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We've got merch!

Yes Dario Doblo merchandise is here! At Festival of Quilts, a customer asked me if I did mugs of Dario Doblo - so here we are!

If you have no idea what I'm on about, Dario is my little blue Fiat van who transports everything to and from events. He's named after the (then) warehouse dispatcher from Aurifil Threads, and Dario (the van!) features in my YouTube vlogs to that extent that my customers have started asking after him!!

The image on the mug was drawn by Mr Oakapple, who is an expert cartoonist, and the mug was made for me by Sublime Creations of Driffield, East Yorkshire.

As this is a new venture, I only have a limited number of Dario mugs available so don't miss out.

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Did you know I stock Schmetz needles?

I have a good selection of Schmetz sewing machine needles, but if I don't stock the one you want, please ask and I'll add it to my list.

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Who's Behind Oakapple Haberdashery? About me

I'm Ellie, owner of Oakapple Haberdashery. You can find me at The St Hilda’s Business Centre, Whitby YO22 4ET, a studio rather than a shop, so there are not regular opening hours, but if you're passing just pop in and ask the receptionist if I'm in. There’s free parking for customers. I can also arrange to be in at certain times if you email me.

Fred has joined Oakapple, a recent Marketing graduate, he'll be working on the website and emails. Don't forget to sign up to the loyalty scheme that Fred set up - you can earn money off coupons! Just click the rewards star on the bottom left corner of the home page.

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Did you know I also have a YouTube channel? Follow my quilty adventures here

  • Fabric Pricing

    Fabric is priced by the fat quarter, but always be sent in one length, so just add up the fat quarters for the total you would like. All fabric is 100% cotton.

    It's done this way because the majority of my customers are quilters and crafters and like to be able to purchase smaller amounts.

  • Visit my studio

    You're very welcome to pop in! I don't keep regular shop hours because I'm often away at Quilt Shows, so please check before making a special visit.

    You can find me at St Hilda's Business Centre, The Ropery, Whitby, YO22 4ET

    There is free customer parking.

  • Sustainability

    I'm working towards being a sustainable company, so I use cardboard packaging as much as possible, and I reuse packaging when I can, e.g. bubble wrap or packing peanuts - look out for my labels!

    I do occaisionally use plastic mailing bags, I have found some that can be recycled.

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Quilt Shows for 2026

Festival of Quilts NEC Birmingham July 30 - 2 August

Newcastle Quilting & Sewing Show 11-12 September

Malvern Autumn Quilting & Sewing Show 16-18 October

Newmarket Quilt Show 5-7 November

If you'd like me to do a pop-up shop at your group, or are looking for traders for your next event, please contact me.

  • Aurifil Thread

    I'm proud to be an Official Stockist of Aurifil thread. You can't beat a great thread, and Aurifil are the best!

    Aurifil Threads 

  • SewTites magnets

    SewTites magnets are really strong and can be used instead of pins. They are especially popular for use in English Paper Piecing.

    SewTites 

  • Best Press Spray

    Best Press is a fabulous starch alternative spay, perfect for quilting projects and it smells fab too. Which one will you choose?

    Best Press 

  • Christmas

    When it comes to buying fabrics it's Christmas everyday. Get ahead with your Christmas projects.

    Christmas 

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