Michael Abakhan Newsletter

Abakhan is a family-run British retailer with roots going back to the late 1940s, when the Abakhan family began as a rug weaving business. The first retail store opened in Mostyn, North Wales, which remains the company's flagship location and headquarters today. Over the decades Abakhan has grown to operate nine stores across the North West of England and the Midlands, alongside a busy online shop, making it one of the UK's most established independent fabric and haberdashery retailers. The Mostyn premises are so historically significant that the company received an award from the Prince of Wales for the sympathetic restoration of the original works buildings.

Fabrics for Every Project

Abakhan stocks an extensive range of fabrics suited to dressmaking, quilting, upholstery, curtains, and soft furnishings. The selection spans cotton, silk, polyester, linen, and specialty materials, with licensed designs from well-known names including Liberty, Laura Ashley, William Morris, and Clarke & Clarke. Fabric is sold by the metre and fabric samples are available for a small charge, allowing customers to check colour and texture before committing to a larger purchase.

Haberdashery & Craft Supplies

The haberdashery range covers everything a sewer or crafter is likely to need: threads, buttons, zips, ribbons, needles, scissors, bias binding, elastic, and sewing machine accessories. Beyond haberdashery, Abakhan supplies yarn and knitting materials from brands such as Stylecraft, King Cole, Scheepjes, and Hayfield, as well as sewing patterns from Simplicity, McCall's, Vogue, Burda, and New Look. Sewing and knitting machines from Janome, Singer, Brother, and Silver are also stocked, making the stores a genuinely comprehensive craft destination.

Stores, Classes & Community

Abakhan's nine physical stores are spread across North Wales, Manchester, Liverpool, Birkenhead, Bolton, Chester, Hanley, Preston, and Shrewsbury. In-store and online sewing and craft classes cover dressmaking, embroidery, quilting, and crochet, catering to all levels from complete beginners to experienced makers. The Abakhan newsletter has long been a way for the company to share exclusive discounts and highlight new product arrivals directly with its customer base.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abakhan still trading?

Yes. Abakhan continues to trade as a family-run business, operating nine retail stores across North West England and North Wales as well as an online shop at abakhan.co.uk.

Where are Abakhan stores located?

Abakhan has stores in Mostyn (North Wales, the original flagship), Manchester, Liverpool, Birkenhead, Bolton, Chester, Hanley, Preston, and Shrewsbury.

Does Abakhan sell fabric by the metre?

Yes. Fabric is sold by the metre both in-store and online. Fabric samples are also available for a small fee so customers can check colour and weight before ordering a larger quantity.

What sewing machine brands does Abakhan stock?

Abakhan stocks sewing and knitting machines from Janome, Singer, Brother, and Silver, alongside a range of accessories and spare parts for home sewing machines.

Does Abakhan offer craft classes?

Yes. Abakhan runs sewing and craft classes covering subjects including dressmaking, embroidery, quilting, and crochet. Classes are available at selected stores, and participants receive confirmation and joining details by post ahead of the course date.

How long has Abakhan been in business?

The Abakhan family business dates back to the late 1940s, starting as a rug weaving operation before evolving into the fabric and haberdashery retailer it is today. The Mostyn, North Wales store - the company's flagship - has been open for over thirty years, and the business has been trading for close to eighty years in total.

This catalogue and newsletter listing is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Abakhan, a UK fabric, haberdashery, and craft supplies retailer. For current details, visit the company's official website.