Closing Announcement

After two and a half delightful years, I’ve decided to close Fringe Fabrics at the end of December. The shop began as an experiment—a hunch that San Diego would love a boutique apparel fabric store. And based on your generous enthusiasm and support, I’d say that turned out to be true!  But the reality is sales haven’t kept pace with operating expenses, and I can’t keep investing in a passion project (no matter how passionate I may be).

The good news is, I’m looking for ways to continue delivering beautiful, sustainable fabric to our local sewing community and keep the soul of Fringe Fabrics alive, even if it looks a little different in the future. So come and wish our little space farewell before the end of the year! We still have plenty of fabric, patterns, and notions. Plus there will be a closing sale around the holidays. And don’t forget to use that gift card if you still have one. For more details, check the FAQs below. 

It’s been a pleasure, San Diego.

-Jacqui

Owner, Fringe Fabrics

Closing FAQ

When is the last day to shop?

The shop at 3457 El Cajon Blvd will be open through December 23, 10am-4pm, and the online store will stay open through December 31. Online orders will be fulfilled through the first week of January 2027.

Will there be a closing sale?

Yes! Our first closing sale will be on Small Business Saturday, November 28, with discounts continuing through December. Selection will shrink as we go, so if you’ve had your eye on something, now’s the time.

Is the online store closing too?

Yes. The online store will close along with the shop on December 31. Orders placed by then will still ship.

Can I return or exchange closing sale purchases?

Our current return policy remains in place, and we will only issue refunds for damaged items. 

Can I still use my gift card?

Yes, and we’d love for you to use it before we close! Here’s how:

  • Printed gift cards can be used in person at the shop.
  • Digital (emailed) gift cards can be used online or in person.
  • Have a printed card but want to shop online? Email jacqui@fringefabrics.com and we’ll help you out.

Please use your gift card by December 31, 2026.

Will you be offering classes or workshops?

We are no longer hosting classes or workshops.

What’s next for Fringe Fabrics?

We’re still exploring ways to keep bringing fabric to the San Diego sewing community. Stay tuned for more details!

Meet the owner

Jacqui Palhegyi, Owner

Hi there, I’m Jacqui, a fabric and vintage enthusiast living in sunny San Diego, California. I learned to sew as a kid and picked the habit back up in my mid-twenties in an effort to explore my personal style and stick it to fast fashion. I blogged all about it at Birds of a Thread.

Since graduating from UC Berkeley many years ago, I’ve held titles like high school English teacher, communications manager, UX writer, and, most importantly, mom. Once I hit the big 4-0, I knew it was time to build a business of my own. I wanted to combine my love of textiles, design, and community-building to create an awesome place for San Diego sewists to shop, learn, and enjoy each other’s company. And so, Fringe Fabrics was born.

As a fourth-generation San Diegan, I’m stoked to be a part of the city's small business community (incidentally, the shop is just a few blocks from the bakery my great-grandfather owned in the 1930’s). I could chat all day about fabric, design, and San Diego history. So come by and see us sometime!

Hours and location

3457 El Cajon Boulevard
San Diego, California 92104

Tuesday-Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday - Monday: Closed

About the space

Fringe Fabrics is part of a nearly century-old building on San Diego's historic El Cajon Boulevard. If these walls could speak, they’d do it to the soundtrack of 1970’s vinyl recorded at Circle Sound Studios, or the underground ska and punk bands that played at the Rock Palace in the 80's. Much of the building sat vacant for decades, waiting for a new crew of dreamers and entrepreneurs to bring it back to life. We’re proud to do just that, along with our neighbors Torque Coffee, Divine Theory Barbershop, and Elite Madness Fitness.