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Shop the Garment District
New York City garment district tours and maps for people who love to design, sew, and create. Sharing stories to inspire your own creations.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Last Speakeasy shopping excursion in 2023
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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Working Steadily
Working hard to complete projects for clients, plan future Speakeasies, and develop some sewing classes. Beautiful things to show, but don't have permission to share yet...
I will continue to update Instagram with fun stories and news, and occasionally post here, for anyone who lands here, or likes to keep up with this feed. Keeping busy...
-Mimi
Thursday, August 3, 2023
The tours were so much fun!
See Instagram for details, but... in the meantime, here's some eye-candy...
There's so much more to see...
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
NYC Garment District Maps
I can't pretend the district isn't changing daily now... While it is still a rich, lively and inspiring place to find tools, notions, services and supplies, it is also a treacherous labyrinth of drugged-out zombies, empty storefronts, screaming homeless, extremely tense professionals, and unpredictable business hours. Because it is still full of secrets, and non-street-level establishments, a plan, a map, and information are vital to an enjoyable, efficient trip.
* You do not need a PayPal account to pay via PayPal. That is the secure service that allows electronic payments, using a debit or credit card.
You may purchase a map by using the payment button directly below. Note: almost every order generates an edit these days, since I make sure the stores are still there, offering quality inventory, and still open before sending to to you.
Comment on this page to contact me if you want a custom map for your specific quest!
Friday, July 7, 2023
Speakeasy shopping trips!
So excited! The first one is TOMORROW!!!! (written July 25)
If you have registered for a Garment District Shopping Tour in July or August 2023, look out for an email from me on/by July 20th confirming our meeting place, and some other details specific to your excursion. (note - you should have received an email from me by now.) The itinerary for each day will be different, so the email your receive will contain details which are specific to your group.
Things to know:
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring along a rolling bag to reduce fatigue - some stores will ship for you, but not all.
- Let me know if you have any food allergies/unique dietary needs the restaurant will need to consider.
- Dress appropriately for the weather.
Friday, October 21, 2022
Baltimore, MD Association of Sewing and Design Professionals conference
Heading off to meet with colleagues, my fellow Board Members, and friends in Baltimore, MD for a few days of conference, meetings, and events. I'll share my personal experience on Instagram! (@shopthegarmentdistrict)
Thursday, December 16, 2021
A photo essay... the highlights of a garment district trip or two... or three, maybe?
There's more to these stories. This is what the garment district looked like a few months ago (August). Go to my Insta for more...
Riding in an EMPTY subway car |
Beautiful flower from Schmalberg |
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Gotta use some bleach to make these work... |
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Fabric pleated |
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Not many words, really. Just the photos. I'm proud of it. It isn't mine, and I nearly tear up at the thought of having to part w...
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