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Categories: Fabric Stores, Interior Design
Neighborhood: Financial DistrictTue-Fri. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sat. 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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I love coming here! I am a firm believer that vintage everything was built to last and the designs are always aesthetically superior. This store is filled with vintage pieces and knowledge.
I have bought fabric from 20's, 30's and 40's in one transaction,with is unique to this store.
If anyone shares the love of vintage fabrics, and understands the complete unique qualities of this store!
This place rules, plus it is 2 blocks from my work.
A great selection of vintage fabrics, priced pretty high but there seem to be a lot of 50% off sales...Seems like good quality stuff too.
Elektra was SUPER helpful in helping me pick out a simple pattern- she even advised on types of fabrics to use, and did my measurements! She kept offering that I come back with any questions, or if I was interested in bringing my machine over and doing the project there, so that she could help. I think I'll definitely come back for fabrics/advice.
Park downstairs and take the time to look at all of the beautiful fabrics. If you don't have any ideas on sewing projects before you get there, you will when you leave. Electra and staff are really helpful and it is one of the most incredible fabric stores I have ever been in. Walked out with fabric for two different window covering projects and will be back for more.
Thank goodness we still have real fabric selection in the city.
Since I fancy myself as certain type of design connoisseur, you cannot imagine how thrilled I was to find this place. Vintage Marimekko? Yes please!
This store has all the goodies you wish you found at the Paris flea or in your extremely cool grandma's attic. Super retro, Hawaiian, oversize graphical... you name it, Urban Burp (probably) has it.
She also has some new fabric, but since I'm a vintage collector, I only focused on the old stuff.
The shop also has prices you can agree with. You can tell you're getting a deal. And this March (2009), almost ALL the fabric in the store is HALF OFF THAT'S RIGHT HALF OFF OMFG.
Best shop ever.
Absolutely stunning and wholly consuming collection of vintage fabrics. Lots of vintage bark cloth from the 30s thru 50s, some older rarer pieces from 20s and 30s, and many psychedelic pieces from the 60s and 70s.
Some tips: Plan to be there at least 1.5 to 2 hours if you're doing serious shopping. Bring $1 coins for cheaper street metered parking, or you can have your parking validated for some amount off if you park in the building's garage (which is $4 / hour, i think).
The store is not clearly marked with a sign - look for the adjoining hair salon and then go around the corner to the fabric store.
Prices are fair to expensive - be sure to ask her about discounts or how pieces are priced, as some are priced by the yard and others are sold by the piece or panel. I'd say it wouldn't be far off to double what you plan to spend, as there are MANY amazing pieces and you must be prepared to buy what you love, as it probably won't be there the next time.
All-around a fun place for designers, fashion students, vintage buffs, decorators, and anyone who appreciates classic and unusual fabric.
They seemed to have some interesting, unique vintage fabrics, BUT I did not get the opportunity to partake. I was there for over 15 minutes and the sales person did not acknowledge my presense. She was with another customer, but the store is as large as a shoebox....she could have welcomed me and let me know she'd help me when she was done, but no, nothing, not a "hello" or a nod! This type of customer service is disgusting and I will not return - even though I"m in search for a vintage fabric....I"m sure there is somewhere else who would appreciate my business.
Urban Burp has a great selection of fabrics for whatever project your heart desires and Electra, the owner, is so very very kind with her experienced knowledge to answer your questions...
I saw their advertisement in The City Star daily newspaper!!
I came in to purchase some funky patterned scraps and was not disappointed! This place is the best! You'd think there would be more places like this downtown, so a girl and run in and grab at lunch or after work. Not the case! TRULY A GEM!
Remarkable selection of fabrics - unique and unusual prints and vintage styles. It was hard not to be inspired when I walked in today. Urban Burp also just received a huge amount of fabric, so the store is literally busting at the seams. Plus, currently everything is 1/2 off! What's not to love?!
Great selection of vintage fabrics. Great sensitivity to client's needs. Lots of choices. Owner can find and select fabrics that clients request. I found some great 50's printed fabric here that I turned into kitchen curtains for my vintage kitchen.
Owner offers upholstery and sewing services as well.
This charming little fabric shop is packed to the gills with one-of-a-kind, rare fabrics, by the yard, by the bolt, or in panels of various sizes. Electra scours the globe for original new and vintage prints and textures that will give your home a unique flair. She offers designer materials for very nice prices which in most other "to the trade only" stores are marked up ridiculously. If you have an eye for style, you know what you like and don't need to be insulted by "to the trade only." If you don't have an eye for style, well, Electra does!
Electra is an observant and thorough decorator who can quickly surmise what you need to finish off that room, or top off that ensemble. I know for a fact that she supplies the coolest fabrics ever to my favorite hat maker.
Depending on your needs, she'll help you find the scrap you need to finish off that quilt (as she did for me), or choose every fabric you want in a room or home and get your project managed, organized and executed to your precise specifications.
Get a taste of her mad skills by peeking into Sync Salon next door (though I recommend you take the time to inspect it more closely over a mani-pedi or hair color touch-up), where she selected all the finishes and fabrics for a dashing overall effect. If you are looking for a decorator to make all your decisions for you, you couldn't be in better hands. Then again, if you are a control freak like me, and know exactly what you want, she will find it for you by tapping her global connections.
This place is a gem nestled into a lovely setting at the crossroads of North Beach and the Financial district. If you are fabric-oholic, you may still get out of here for a paltry sum, especially as compared to Britex with their crazy Union Square markup. Oh, and if you don't see what you are looking for, be sure to ASK! This space only holds a fraction of her collection and wouldn't you hate to miss that perfect bark cloth you want for those pillows?
CUTE place! Location is great (Jackson square) and with the writeup on AT:SF it's sure to get more foot traffic and reviews on yelp.
Love Pucci. Love Love LOVE!
Sorry but I'm still in shock over my experience with the owner, electra. I had seen the retail store before and was planning to go there to look for some fabrics for a new quilt. Instead, I ran into her at her booth at the Antiques By the Bay show over in Alameda. What a snide unhappy woman. I was browsing her fabrics and found a cute cotton fabric that would have been fun for my new quilting project. She said it was $22 per yard and I thought that was way to high, the she said it was on sale for $11 per yard which is more reasonable but still out of my price range. Al I had to say was "thanks but that is more than I want to spend "and then Electra and her male sidekick started berating me telling me "then you shouldn't be here"! I was shocked! I can't believe these two are in business with the way they treat their customers. I will find my fabrics elsewhere, for a lot less and with much better service.
Urban Burp is a great resource for anyone searching for the ideal fabric for specific decoration needs. Not only because of depth and quality of the selection but because of owner Electra's extensive knowledge and discerning eye. We were recently there looking for fabric for cushions to match existing decor. Electra assisted us in selecting the perfect fabric and trim and then made the cushions to our specifications. The finished project exceeds design showroom standards at a fraction of the cost. Highly recommended.
Great fabric. Great prices. Small. Like a nook. A cute nook. A little nook of rare and unique fabrics, some of it well out-of-print. Increments as small as a half-yard. Very knowledgeable owner who is personable and not at all obtrusive to your shopping experience.
Amazing vintage fabrics at affordable prices. I am tempted to not even post this review so I can keep this secret gem all to myself, but Momma taught me to share.
I am a novice sewer. Going to places like Britex can be a little overwhelming. I came across Urban Burp and loved that they had vintage fabrics. And it was half off the month of March! I had no idea where to begin, but Electra helped narrow my focus. She was so helpful and had an incredible eye. She pulled together three fabrics and trimmings that I never would have found on my own. She's very creative, helpful and friendly. She had very good pricing and offered good advice. I'll definitely be back!
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