This is SO helpful. The LA fabric market is so overwhelming. Thanks for always looking out!

Gunnar, As someone who was the only one in school who could not do a sewing project (even though it was not for lack of trying!) and was ridiculed by my teacher and fellow classmates, I thought I truly was a failure. Watching a video of yours for the first time, you sound SO helpful and make me feel like I can be successful at sewing some day! I am going to ask for a sewing machine this Christmas and learn! You make me feel like I can overcome the horrible experience that I dealt with in school and prove my teacher and classmates wrong! I cannot thank you enough! In the meantime, I will watch all of your videos and learn!

I would also love to know which of these places might have an online retail presence for those of us who live too far away to come shop in person. Costuming and cosplaying are expensive hobbies so I'm always on the look out for deals and steals I can get online

Besides your designs which I love, your voice is incredibly calming! Its just so relaxing!! If I am having a crazy day, I will watch your videos & bam I am calm. Also love how you think of the real shopper who can't afford expensive fabrics & accessories! Your the best!!

OMG! You just made me so happy! I used to go fabric shopping with a costumer friend. I don't sew but I use fabric in my art. They would always tell me I made a beeline to the most difficult fabric to sew. But, it was gorgeous.

Yes, more! I lived in LA through the 90s and, not, do i miss it! I LOVED going downtown. Not only the fabric district but the bead district too, and the supply houses for needles, machines, etc. Oh, my. Now I have to plan a trip to LA. See what you've done?

My son lives in LA. Next time I am in town, I’m going shopping. Can’t wait to visit all those stores! And I so would love to meet you in person. So many ??? So little time. You are the bomb! Thanks for doing this video.

I absolutely adore your videos! I started sewing for my theater club this year and all of your videos have really helped me! Love you so much!!!

Ah, this brought back memories of my days in L.A., when I would go downtown for fabric. I could not go by myself, it was just too overwhelming, so I'd go with one of my mad seamstress friends who knew exactly where to park & which shops were best for what, and yes, where to pee! The visual overload is massive, which many people enjoy. Prices are great, selection is huge, and it is pretty fun! Thanks for the nostalgia burst!

That is so cool to see shops like that. I live in a big city and we are stuck with Walmart and Jo-Ann stores. Luckily, we have a few quilting shops that carry some interesting fabric. . A designer living here would have a hard time really expressing their creativity. . Love your videos.

Yes please!! To more videos like this. I like the field trip and knowing what is available. Thank you for sharing your treasures. PS: The wind made a very playful and cute hairstyle for you

Frequented some of these in the '70's to sew for home ec class. Great memories. I love to watch you sew and your personality is very welcoming.

OMG, I was just up there!!! A lot of the stores that I used to go to are not open anymore, but I definitely went to that corner store on wall. I’m gonna go check out every place you listed, thanks Gunnar!

OMG, as a sewer these vlogs are really interesting, it’s good to know fabric can be bought cheaply like this. Isn’t it great knowing how to sew? ❤️🇬🇧

I wish I could find places like this in Boston. I’ve only ever one found fabric store even a fraction of the size of these. These are my absolute dream! Although I spend so many hours in my tiny stores I’d probably spend at least a week getting lost in just one of these. And I only know of one discount fabric store and it’s pretty tiny. I usually don’t mind paying higher prices but I have my first solo gig as a costume designer for two operas and have the tiniest budget imaginable and it’s ROUGH

For a short video, this is bursting with personality. Had to laugh at the zipper counter. Definitely bookmarked if I ever get to visit LA again.

You definitely deserve your own run way show. Very talented 👏 your grandmother taught you well 👏 👍

Good evening Gunnar, oooo, how i wished i lived nearer you but i think that bus ride from Central Scotland to downtown LA is a doozy. My eyes were just popping at all those beautiful fabrics and notions, but since the only person i know there is you, lol, so i would need to sleep on your sofa, hee hee hee. We just don't have a smiggen of all that gorgeousness that you have and so close at hand. I think i would be forever skint because i love all things crafting from knitting and crocheting to embroidery, lace work(beginner level), dress making, now quilting, leather work, as you see the list goes on and it is because i had a very clever lady for my mum how could look at something and recreate it from just looking. My mum had such talented hands and taught both my twin brother and i to knit and sew before we were 3 years old and for me it just carried on. I never go anywhere without something in my hands because empty hands is a waste of valuable creating time. THank you flower for sharing such brilliant shops with us. Crafty hugs from Norah, Glenochil, Scotland

OMG!!!! I would go nuts in the fabric stores- I live in UPstate NY so nowhere near the good stores. What do you do with your left over scraps? I make doll clothes to put on dolls I buy from thrift stores. I plan to sell the clothes with each doll online for extra money. I am disabled/retired and a little extra money really helps on a fixed income! Also, LOVE how easy you make it look when you are making all the beautiful dresses, You inspire me.

IDK what's different, but you look marvelous! Hair darker? Longer? What ever it is, looking good! Love you and your videos!

Brightened up my day with your beautiful, smiling face 💕✨🤗

I'm going to start flying to LA every few years, and coming home with a suitcase of fabric. People may think I'm crazy, but a few days of sun and a better choice of fabric for less money... Sounds good to me!

I’ve really been wanting this video!! I live in Texas, and want to make a quick and efficient trip to LA, just to shop for fabrics. So thank you so much for this video.

Hello ! I'm a new subscriber and when a saw you short in KZfaq, I cannot subscribe to you're channel. You're voice is so calm and sweet, you very talented ! As you can see, I'm not english but I'm a french subscriber and I have to tell you : all of you're creation is so ✨ BEAUTIFUL ✨

Thank you so much!! I am panning on going to the la fabric district for the first time soon and this is so helpful!! I also love all your fashion videos. You're amazing!!

Are there outdoor clothing fabrics? This is amazing!!!😍YES to these types of videos!!!

Feel free to take a Southern Girl on any LA shopping trip...Love you, can't wait for the newest videos !!!!

It's great that you get to choose your fabric and design, print or what have you. I just wish I had a sewing machine, I'd love to give sewing a whirl since I'm locomotive challenged. I have my pooch who keeps me company and is a great warrior for when I watch scary movies lol. She doesn't even know how multi-talented or resourceful she is to me. ♥ ooo textiles! Gorgeous fabrics I'd want so much from them thank you for toyr.

Well, now I want to go shop in LA! And I must say, don’t worry about your hair, even in the wind it still looks great. Thanks for all the great tips.

I think Gunner’s fabric would be so fun ! All your favs under one roof. Heck yeah! Maybe someday soon???? Love you dear 🍀♥️

Wow!! This is insane!! I wish we had stores like this in Canada!! $.99 fabric 😲 Oooooh I'd have so much fun!

Oh how I wished we had shops like this overhere!! Lot's of love from the Netherlands, Daniëlle 🙋😘

Thank you so much for showing the places to buy fabric, etc. I would be so overwhelmed. It’s like Christmas. You are an incredible guy with an exceptional talent. Thank you again. 😊

I adore fabric shopping, but we only have one chain store in my city. We had a fabric clearance store that was burned out of business many years ago. So, thank you so much for this video! I love your channel, but haven’t seen it lately, so I was greatly surprised by your new intro!! I love it!! I will make a point of looking for your posts from now on! Pinkie swear!

Perfect shopping day. I’m on the east coast otherwise I would meet you there. Just love what you do keep it up the world needs more people like you. Big smooch

Thank you so much for this video! This is much more helpful than just knowing where the stores are. I think it’s time to plan a trip to LA.

Amazing!!!❤❤❤ I recently asked a friend in Pasadena to go fabric shopping for me🤣🤣🤣 based on your previous shopping trips. I had no idea what I was asking. Thank you so much for the joyous tour❤❤❤

I literally just came back from there today such an amazing place. Some shops were a bit pricey but you can definitely find just about anything you’re looking for. Loved visiting polytex. Incredible prices on thread and elastic.

Hi! Love this video - just wanted to say I think "Imperial trim and lace" is mislabeled as "imperial trim and bead" - Trim & Bead is just up the street closer to Maple, it's a rhinestone store - you can def get embellishments there, but Trim & Lace is down the street with the boas and hat forms and foam and all that.

I just want more pics of all that BEAUTIFUL fabric!😱💘💖💘😰😍😍😍👍👍👍

I had to move from SoCal for employment reasons & I've never regretted a decision so much. I can't even begin to put into words how much I miss the LA fabric market. My obsession with fabric & making my own clothes began in 7th grade & never faded. My best friend was equally addicted so I have wonderful memories of spending days on end with her in my really big bedroom turned sewing room. My mum was really good about the room conversion until I told her I wanted to get rid of my bed to make more room for my sewing. I've made trips back to visit a few times & always come back with a fabric haul. I empty my Vanagon of all but bare essentials. I'd come back with it packed to the gills with my haul. Omg the buttons to be found there!

I enjoy shopping and spending time with you. You do have so much to share, not just sewing

❤ this VIDEO! Brings back SO many memories!

Wow, I haven't been down there for 16 years. The "barracks" have been renovated or rebuilt. I can't wait to go back there again. Fabric, lace, Trim, sequins, thread, I just go crazy! I have to give myself a budget and set limits on myself, otherwise I have no room for ME in my car! Maybe I should just move in with my sewing machine!

Thanks for this! I went shopping here once and was so overwhelmed I never went back.. Will try again. As an LA native, it’s a bit of stretch to say it’s safe. It’s safe ish, be aware of your surroundings

I love your enthusiasm and I have made a dress 👗 before and actually wore it out to church and I received many compliments 😊.

Thank you for this. The next time I come to visit my daughter who lives there, I will have to talk her into a trip down there again. I went before Covid. You made this so fun.

Handsome Gifted Man. ..Loved the tour ...awesome outfit you wore !!

Enjoyed going fabrics shopping with a professional. At 75 years young I still design and make my own clothing. When I was a lot younger I would shop the garment district and material district. Please do another fabric tour. Love the unique materials for my clothes.

WOW! I LOVED THE TOUR!!! Yes, please take us to your favorite places😍 I love your personality and love for fashion ❤

you are so amazing Gunnar, you are the best and a the King!

OMG! Absolutely wonderful!

I've been to Wall Fabrics. They were a Godsend when I was planning my wedding!

Pls pls don’t forget your biggest fans in Alaska!! We all (from age 6 to 67) love watching your creations and feel the love u have for it & for all your fans.

I love your positivity. Wish you the best of luck!

I was on a project runway binge and totally recognized your voice and almost died because I ❤️ you and didn't realize for a few episodes I kept trying to place the voice

Make longer videos like this! I can't get to L.A. (or any store, I'm disabled) but I'd love to look at the fabrics more in-depth.

I bet you could do a part 2 of recommendations 😉 I loved the tour and someday I would love to endulge there a bit..now I am just grateful for the safe distance from 99c treasures.

Gunnar , Thank You for The Tour Of Your Favorite Fabric Shop In L.A. 👍 And Your Boots Are So Cool 😎

Yes, more videos like this. And sewing, of course!

Me encanta tu trabajo !!! Tienes arte en tus manos Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

I could have sworn I saw the fabric used by Oscar de la Renta, containing all these 3 D embroidered, colorful flowers on it. The dress cost 7k. Taylor Swift wore it at the award show for Willow, I believe. Now I HAVE to come to LA to buy that fabric!!!

I’m drooling! I haven’t been there in a few decades. I get exc😢just seeing the streets! There is nothing like it! The garment district doesn’t disappoint either. I used to get the most fabulous things! Thank you for making my day!

Gunnar!! U just make me so so happy to see u doing your thing......I want to take a weekend workshop from u.....I DO dream BIG!! TGT and have a super day!! Love love from North America's oldest city--St. Augustine xox

More shopping videos, please. I love seeing the stores. Also, a fabric haul at the end of the video...or even a "teaser swatch" of any purchase, lol.

I am so excited for this video. Thank You! I would need so much restraint!

i don't even live in the US but this was really fun to watch! Love your vlog Gunnar.

OH MY! that fabric covered in applique flowers!! I love your videos, you are so enthusiastic about everything, it's really infectious and spreads happiness. xx

Great trip. Thanks for taking us with you. Never thought I wanted to see where you get the materials. Should have said about shopping in the survey

I loved this video. I would also like you to do one about your nail polish. It is always wonderful.

Thank you for all you do for the love of sewing !! I have a granddaughter who also follows you . Again, Thank you !!

Awesome. Thanks for the inside look on all these shops. Would love to check them out. 🛍👗

Your personality makes me so happy on sad days, thank you

I can’t wait to visit LA just to go there. I’ve always wanted to become a fashion designer and my goal is to pursue my dreams in the fashion industry. Although I’m not the best at sewing and all I’m always down to learn and improve my skills. Thank you so much for this!!!! I love it!

Thank You !!! I watch you all of the time and have wanted to share where you buy those beautiful fabrics so cheap !!

I wish there were places like this around here. It looks almost as relaxing as walking and browsing in a used bookstore.

THANK YOU! For the tour!

I'll be in town next month. Wrote everything down. Planning my day of fabric shopping now. Thank you so much for this! P.S. I hope these stores are helping you out cuz you sure are helping them with this video! 😊😊😊

Thank you so much for making this guide for the LA fashion and fabric district. I was so lost last time I went there a few years ago. Now I have a better resource for what shops to go to next time I make it back there.

Thanks for the trip, I've been there, and it is awesome place to buy all things sewing! I live near SF so I go to LA when I can.

Thank you for this, Doll! I'm in LA for a couple of weeks for a work trip and really only have 1 day to explore on my own. This helps so much! I appreciate the work you put into making this video. Also, I just HAPPENED to have parked in the PERFECT spot for all the places you mentioned. SCORE! Also, if you could mention some good places to get quilting cotton and sewing tools that would be awesome. I'm sure I'll be back in LA again in a couple of months.

You know what would be badass? If Gunnar made ice skating outfits!!! Or hear me out An outfit for Johnny Wier!! Would love to see that one day

This is so helpful! I need some lace and you just made that task much easier! Thanks!

I like how good you look in that hat! You are so lucky to have all those fabrics near you!!

Oh how I'd love to go shop with you Gunnar! So beautiful!!

I love your channel your personality is fantastic, creativity, amazing love love everything you do 🥰🥰🥰🥰🤷

I LOVE fabric stores! 🥰 Thanks for the tour Gunnar!

Hi, your shorts are amazing ! I like the way you make the dress and your choice of fabric is also cool.Keep posting the videos , love to watch them.

Wow, What fabulous shops. Yes please keep these videos coming. I am in the Uk and we have nothing similar to you. Im well jel. xx

I truly enjoyed the tour and the recommendation who you speak with in each store, love that. I was only in the fabric district in LA twice. That was many years ago when my son was a student at FIDM. I just wanted to buy fabric and lace to bring home with me. However I never did.

This was so fun to go fabric shopping with you!!

What a fun video concept! It was really neat to see these fabric places, I enjoyed seeing all the beautiful fabric "in the wild" so to speak. Unfortunately though I can't get over the mask thing so I might in the future keep myself to videos where you are not in public.

Thanks for the suggestions of where to shop!

I studied for 3 years to be a fashion designer and then I got a job in drycleaning with leather and wedding dresses. I love fabrics. Each does something different and ove differently. You explode my creative mind. I love your enthusiasm and passion. ❤😊

Loved this video and would love to see more. And if you ever think about it, maybe you could make some kind of list of the fabric stores you shop at and what you look for in them?

ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS live to find new resources! Thanks!

Thank you so much for the tour. I can't wait to explore the area

Thank you so much Gunnar.❤

Yes, more!

I love to fabric hunt I learned how to sew my grandmother & mother were magical without a pattern I made a lot of my tops since Jr high I would buy the rest in the LA garment district I didn’t want to look like everyone else but made my kids costumes & usually whipped the up in a day or two ( no wasn’t a stay @ home mom) I always have fabric on hand 🤗🤗🤗