MUD CLOTHS FROM MALI
Also known as Bogolan cloths.
Each one a unique design.
Rare XL size now in stock.
HAND-DYED BATIKS FROM GHANA
Bought direct from artisans.
100% cotton.
Perfect for dressmaking & quilting.
LANGA LAPU SUN PRINTS
Handmade in South Africa.
100% cotton using eco-friendly dyes.
Lots of colour to choose from.
INDIGO GUINEA CLOTHS
Unique stitch resist designs
Natural indigo dye
From the maker, to us, to you.
AFRICAN WAX PRINTS
All manufactured in Ghana
100% cotton
Bold graphics & statement colour.
Summer Opening Times
Having returned from winter in The Gambia. We are back to opening 5 days a week!
Looking forward to seeing you all over the coming months!
Monday : Closed
Tuesday : Closed
Wednesday : 10am - 4pm
Thursday : 10am - 4pm
Friday : 10am - 4pm
Saturday : 10am - 4pm
Sunday :10am - 4pm
Find us at our new location in Slaithwaite, a bustling little village with lots of lovely independently owned shops and cafès. Perfect for dodging rain showers and staying as warm as possible.
2 Lewisham Road, Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire, HD7 5AL
There is currently no signage but look out for the green door and the small fig tree!
Stitch Social @ The African Fabric Shop
Join Jade every 2nd Thursday of the month for a crafty get together!
NEXT STITCH SOCIAL: THURSDAY MAY 14TH 7PM - 8.30PM
Held in our cosy new workroom upstairs at 2, Lewisham Road, HD7 5AL.
Join us with your latest stitch project (knit, crochet, sewing, quilting, etc.)
Work, mend, create in a supportive social space where we all love textiles and crafting.
£3, tea/coffee and biscuits provided.
Pre-booking is available but not necessary.
If you would like to pre-book click HERE.
Stitch Social, April 2026
Bahoum Batiks
A selection of hand-made fabrics, homewares, clothes and artwork created by the Bahoum family in The Gambia.
Unique, colourful, batik fabrics and more!
Founders' Collection
Our collection of African textiles and artefacts collected by Magie Relph and Bob Irwin over 40 years of travelling, researching, documenting and buying African textiles.
Workshops
Specially curated workshops, suitable for a variety of ages and skill levels.