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🧶 Deadstock Fabric: The Goldmine Hiding in Plain Sight

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You’ve probably heard the term deadstock fabric tossed around in sewing circles.
Maybe you’ve even sewn with it without realizing.

But tonight, I want to tell you why this fabric category is the sewist’s secret goldmine—and where to find the good stuff before it’s gone for good.

🧠 What is Deadstock Fabric?

Deadstock is what’s left over after major fashion brands finish a production run.
It’s often high-end fabric—designer-grade—that was never released to the public… until now.

šŸ’Ž No reruns.
ā™»ļø Often sustainable.
šŸŽØ Always limited.

When it’s gone, it’s gone.

šŸ›ļø Where to Find the Good Stuff

Here are four trusted stores that regularly carry authentic designer deadstock:

  • Mood Fabrics (NYC & LA fashion house leftovers)

  • Stonemountain & Daughter (natural-fiber runs + bolts from small labels)

  • Blackbird Fabrics (curated small-batch deadstock for apparel)

  • Core Fabrics (sustainable, upcycled, and high-quality basics)

But for today, we’re focusing on a stunner from Mood.

šŸŽÆ Fabric Pick No. 1

ā€œA blank canvas awaiting your next masterpiece—featuring a full drape and tactile hand.ā€

  • 100% Organic Cotton

  • Natural ecru hue with rustic flecks

  • Classic diagonal twill face with smooth reverse

  • Slight stretch through the warp

  • Mostly opaque – no lining needed

šŸ’” Perfect for:

  • šŸ‘– Girls’ Cargo Shorts – Structured and sturdy with a touch of movement

  • 🩳 Marilyn Shorts – Think vintage style in an organic, modern textile

  • šŸ‘” Men’s Long-Sleeved Button-Down Shirt – Soft enough for comfort, strong enough to hold shape

🧔 Fabric Pick No. 2

Rust Orange Cotton Sweater Knit Deadstock

ā€œBundle up with this Rust Orange Sweater Knit—perfect for autumnal layers.ā€

  • 100% Cotton

  • Cozy waffle-knit texture

  • 25% stretch widthwise

  • Opaque and insulating

  • Soft, breathable, and sturdy

šŸ‚ Perfect for:

  • Tank Dresses

  • Knit Pencil Skirt

  • The Calla Cardigan

  • Lorraine Pullover

  • Raglan Jersey

Pair it with a cozy Sunday sew, a warm drink, and a soft finish. šŸ

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Mood carries dozens of designer deadstock fabrics—many from Rag & Bone, Theory, and other top labels. But they don’t restock.

So here's your Sunday take-home:
Deadstock is the goldmine hiding in plain sight—and the best time to sew with it is before someone else buys the last yard.

See you inside the stash pile,
šŸ’› Margie

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