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Now, That’s What I’m Talkin’ About

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Packaging is everything. 

I ordered this piece of fabric from an online shop I had never heard of, Z & S Fabrics, in Denver, Pennsylvania.  My selection criteria was pretty basic.  I wanted this particular fabric and they were the first shop I found online who had it.  Simple as that.

Here is where things started getting personal.  My order was placed on Monday, was mailed on Monday (USPS Priority), was received by me on Wednesday, and was packaged as you see above.

Will I remember Z & S Fabrics the next time I want to make an online order?  Definitely.  You betcha.

Check them out.  They offer outstanding service, have a good inventory and seem like real nice people!

54 responses to “Now, That’s What I’m Talkin’ About”

  1. I took a peek, just a peek, at the website. Had to get out of there fast before I ordered something. Hope you and your family had a great holiday, Nicole. Give Sophie & Ozzie an ear scratch for us.

  2. I took a peek, just a peek, at the website. Had to get out of there fast before I ordered something. Hope you and your family had a great holiday, Nicole. Give Sophie & Ozzie an ear scratch for us.

  3. That’s on of my favorite places. It was called Sauders for many years and then the two families united. Zooks & Sauders. It was my go to place that no-one knew about for years. They had a dirt driveway that fit about 6 cars and an outhouse. Now you can’t get near the place half the time. We often go to Pa. for a little r&r to Amish country.
    Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.

  4. That’s on of my favorite places. It was called Sauders for many years and then the two families united. Zooks & Sauders. It was my go to place that no-one knew about for years. They had a dirt driveway that fit about 6 cars and an outhouse. Now you can’t get near the place half the time. We often go to Pa. for a little r&r to Amish country.
    Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.

  7. And don’t forget to signup for their newsletter. They have regular sales on the wholes site – 10-15% off …and their prices are already dirt cheap. They have all the most popular lines.

  8. And don’t forget to signup for their newsletter. They have regular sales on the wholes site – 10-15% off …and their prices are already dirt cheap. They have all the most popular lines.

  9. I found Z&S about two months ago when my daughter and I were looking for a specific fabric to create a quilt for her. They were very fast and I also received my fabric packaged very much like yours. You bet I’ll remember them. Isn’t it great when a company goes that little extra for their customers?
    Joyce

  10. I found Z&S about two months ago when my daughter and I were looking for a specific fabric to create a quilt for her. They were very fast and I also received my fabric packaged very much like yours. You bet I’ll remember them. Isn’t it great when a company goes that little extra for their customers?
    Joyce

  13. I’ve ordered from them for years – their regular prices are pretty spectacular and then they have sales pretty frequently, too. I love the speed of delivery and the pretty way the fabrics are always packaged. Yes, I’m a frequent repeat customer!

  14. I’ve ordered from them for years – their regular prices are pretty spectacular and then they have sales pretty frequently, too. I love the speed of delivery and the pretty way the fabrics are always packaged. Yes, I’m a frequent repeat customer!

  15. I read this post and hopped on over to leave a comment when I spotted “Quilt Album” in your sidebar. So I clicked and looked at all your quilts. Then I had a light bulb moment. I figured out why I like your quilts so much, apart from the fact they’re well made. No. 1, you use traditional patterns, No.2, your quilts are large, and No. 3, you finish them. Anyway back to the post, I think as quilters, we need a site devoted to individual feedback on experiences with on-line shops. This way we could promote those who exceed expectations.

  16. I read this post and hopped on over to leave a comment when I spotted “Quilt Album” in your sidebar. So I clicked and looked at all your quilts. Then I had a light bulb moment. I figured out why I like your quilts so much, apart from the fact they’re well made. No. 1, you use traditional patterns, No.2, your quilts are large, and No. 3, you finish them. Anyway back to the post, I think as quilters, we need a site devoted to individual feedback on experiences with on-line shops. This way we could promote those who exceed expectations.

  17. OMG, half my quilting money goes to Z&S! I get the new bundles every time they come out there because they are much cheaper, plus they do such a good job packaging them. I can always find what I want there and it always comes wrapped in a pretty fabric bow!

  18. OMG, half my quilting money goes to Z&S! I get the new bundles every time they come out there because they are much cheaper, plus they do such a good job packaging them. I can always find what I want there and it always comes wrapped in a pretty fabric bow!

  31. One of my favorite on line quilt shops and I totally agree with Judy C, 1/2 of my fabric budget goes to them!
    maybe even more
    I love going there as well. Over 2hr drive so not often enough!
    the service is wonderful and well the prices, can’t be beat!
    Kathie

  32. One of my favorite on line quilt shops and I totally agree with Judy C, 1/2 of my fabric budget goes to them!
    maybe even more
    I love going there as well. Over 2hr drive so not often enough!
    the service is wonderful and well the prices, can’t be beat!
    Kathie

  35. Those special touches really do make a difference. Every time I order from Susan Branch I’m delighted with the way the things are wrapped in the package.

  36. Those special touches really do make a difference. Every time I order from Susan Branch I’m delighted with the way the things are wrapped in the package.

  37. What beautiful way to package fabric. It is lovely enough to set out on display just as it arrived. Those are truly the special touches that make you remember a shopping experience and return for more.

  38. What beautiful way to package fabric. It is lovely enough to set out on display just as it arrived. Those are truly the special touches that make you remember a shopping experience and return for more.

  41. Yes they are great. I needed some additional pieces of “Winter” by Minick and Simpson and I received my yardage with a darling bow of lace like fabric wrapped around it. Wonderful. Thanks for blogging about them. You are thoughtful and that is what makes reading your blog so nice. Pam in Chico

  42. Yes they are great. I needed some additional pieces of “Winter” by Minick and Simpson and I received my yardage with a darling bow of lace like fabric wrapped around it. Wonderful. Thanks for blogging about them. You are thoughtful and that is what makes reading your blog so nice. Pam in Chico

  45. I think a lot of people buy from them, I’ve had them recommended to me in the past on several occasions, just haven’t had a chance to order anything from them. I love when places send stuff out fast and package it all pretty!

  46. I think a lot of people buy from them, I’ve had them recommended to me in the past on several occasions, just haven’t had a chance to order anything from them. I love when places send stuff out fast and package it all pretty!

  47. Know what is really dangerous? I live half way between Sauders and Zooks!!! I’ve been shopping at Sauders since I was a kid! Both those stores have way too much of my money!
    Sharon

  48. Know what is really dangerous? I live half way between Sauders and Zooks!!! I’ve been shopping at Sauders since I was a kid! Both those stores have way too much of my money!
    Sharon

  51. Would you mind telling me what the name of this fabric is,i have been looking for this also, but was not able to get the pattern/style no.
    Thanks so much,
    kathy

  52. Would you mind telling me what the name of this fabric is,i have been looking for this also, but was not able to get the pattern/style no.
    Thanks so much,
    kathy

  53. I just stumbled across your blog and can’t stop reading it. You are a great writer. I am new to quilting and just took a trip to the large quilt shop here in my neck of the woods, Rainbows End, yesterday. I was totally overwhelmed but bought a quilt kit anyway and hope that wasn’t a mistake. While reading your site I saw this post about Z&S and had to go over and check out what they had. Now I just spent a lot of money yesterday, but I still had to shop. I was intrigued. My DH had just asked me yesterday about buying fabric online and if that was possible. I told him yes but didn’t know where…. WELL I do now! I found a panel there that was so inexpensive that I could have gotten 5 for the price that they are asking locally, with my ASG discount! With all of the fabric AND the shipping it came to the price of the one panel locally… yeah I think I did good. Can’t wait to see what it looks like! Thanks for sharing and I will be coming back often to read your site!

  54. I just stumbled across your blog and can’t stop reading it. You are a great writer. I am new to quilting and just took a trip to the large quilt shop here in my neck of the woods, Rainbows End, yesterday. I was totally overwhelmed but bought a quilt kit anyway and hope that wasn’t a mistake. While reading your site I saw this post about Z&S and had to go over and check out what they had. Now I just spent a lot of money yesterday, but I still had to shop. I was intrigued. My DH had just asked me yesterday about buying fabric online and if that was possible. I told him yes but didn’t know where…. WELL I do now! I found a panel there that was so inexpensive that I could have gotten 5 for the price that they are asking locally, with my ASG discount! With all of the fabric AND the shipping it came to the price of the one panel locally… yeah I think I did good. Can’t wait to see what it looks like! Thanks for sharing and I will be coming back often to read your site!