Minerva Reviews 1,085

TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.0

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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the extensive selection of fabrics and patterns available, often highlighting the good quality of the products. Reviewers frequently praise the helpfulness and responsiveness of the customer service team, noting quick resolutions to issues and prompt communication. The dispatch and delivery speed are often commended, with many receiving their orders quickly. However, some people were dissatisfied with the delivery times, especially for "Print on Demand" fabrics, which can experience significant delays. There are also mentions of products arriving damaged due to inadequate packaging, and some customers have reported issues with the quality of certain fabrics, including faults or discrepancies in color. A few other people also felt that the customer service was unhelpful in resolving these specific issues.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

They're a fair bit more expensive than most other sewing shop options. I don't ever buy fabric here for this reason but sometimes I can't find haberdashery items I need anywhere else as they do have a... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Placed an order on August 8th (with NO print-on-demand fabrics) which was quite urgent for a project. The website said dispatch is 1 day, but it wasn't dispatched until August 18th. All the item... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

On this occasion my experience has been a disappointment. My order was placed on Thursday morning 7th & was only dispatched Wednesday 13th August. Their website says one working day for dispatch,... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ordered 5 metres of crepe fabric on 24/04 and a few days later was told they did not have enough to send in one piece, so I opted to wait until 8/05 for new stock. After a number of calls and e... See more


Company details

  1. Fabric Store

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At Minerva we are motivated by one simple goal: to build a place that inspires, supports and connects makers worldwide. A space where creative journeys are celebrated and where like-minded people around the world can come together. At Minerva.com you'll find one of the largest ranges of dressmaking fabrics and patterns in the world, and that's not all! Minerva is also a place to share and document your creative journey. Follow your favourite makers and their posts will always show in your 'following' view on the Minerva homepage so you can see everything they post. Sign up for a free account at Minerva.com and start connecting with makers worldwide.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good response to a bit of a fault

I recieved some stretch fabric from Minerva, it was beautiful quality, but the selvedges were different lengths, and so it was tricky to find the grain of the fabric. I phoned Minerva and they sent me new fabric and a return label so that they could examine the original fabric. I could continue with my sewing within days of talking to them. Well done customer service. Brilliant response.

December 14, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Hi Ana,

Thank you so much for your feedback. We're sorry to hear there was an issue with your initial fabric order but we're so happy to hear our team was able to resolve the problem for you so quickly.

Happy sewing,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered several items a week ago

I ordered several items a week ago. Today just one out of my many items was delivered with no word on dispatch or tracking of any other items. Will not be using again! I'll be initiating a chargeback on my credit card if needed...

January 21, 2025
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Reply from Minerva

Thanks so much for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear you only received one of the items you ordered and haven't heard any more from us. If you get in touch with our sales team on sales@minerva.com or 01254 708068 they will be very happy to help sort out your issue for you.

All the best,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad service

A faulty pattern has held up my time important project so was advised to reorder a new one costing me another £21.99 then request a refund for faulty pattern.
This I duly did but discovered today that despite me reordering on Thursday they still haven't despatched the paid for item on Monday.
Also no sign of refund.
I'm very disappointed now.

January 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, communication was first class and lovely products. 10 star.

December 4, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Hi Sara,

Thanks so much for the super feedback, we really appreciate it.

Happy sewing,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Minerva had exactly what I needed to…

Minerva had exactly what I needed to make a shirt. I bought the Minerva exclusive fabric which is very good quality, buttons and zips. Their staff were very helpful when I had a query about my order.

The delivery was very fast. I will certainly be purchasing from them again in the near future.

December 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and delivery

Excellent service and delivery. This company has an amazing selection of fabrics in various price ranges and haberdashery which will keep me busy for a while 😂.

The staff are extremely helpful when you ring them. I’ve joined their craft club which gives you 20% off. The delivery was very fast. Highly recommend this company and will definitely buy more from them

December 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful fabrics, huge choice, and great service

Minerva core range and Exclusive fabrics are fabulous and such great quality. The service is fantastic, dispatch very quick, and the staff are very helpful and deal with any issues, should they occasionally arise, promptly and professionally. The Craft Club membership is well worth the very reasonable cost, too. I can thoroughly recommend Minerva.

November 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 star

Everything I’ve ever ordered has come in time and with really nice packaging. Can’t give enough praise!

November 19, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exactly what I was looking for!

I had been looking for ages for a particular width of ribbon for my Christmas project and came across Minerva. The variety to choose from was brilliant and I ended up feeling even more inspired for this year's Christmas crafts, and bought more things than what I first planned.

November 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing place to buy fabrics!

Minerva is a fabulous place to purchase every kind of fabric you could ever imagine for your sewing projects. The quality is amazing, the staff incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and fast dispatch times! The website is also great to become part of a sewing community online with lots of inspiration and helpful tips!

November 8, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Minerva fabrics is a fantastic online…

Minerva fabrics is a fantastic online store, great service. I recently went to their end of roll sale, it was amazing. The choice of fabrics was incredible. I also found out that it’s a family run business which I think is great. I found the staff very helpful.

November 10, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dreadful Custome Experience

This is my first (and last!) order with Minerva. I was sent the wrong width of fabric as the warehouse did not carry out adequate checks. Minerva then insisted that I measure and picture the fabric (i.e. carry out the checks they did not do). They failed to come back to me when they promised and I had to contact them again. They then insisted that I return the unwanted fabric so that they could recoup the cost of £7.98! They are currently holding my fabric hostage until they receive the return. A good supplier would have sent the correct fabric immediately. This has been hugely inconvenient and time consuming and if I was to cost the time I have invested in their failure, it would be far more than the £7.98 they are so desperate for. I sincerely hope that they don't come back with an bland apology.

November 14, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is my favourite online fabric…

This is my favourite online fabric store! I love the sewing community, and seeing all their makes, the craft club benefits. Had a fabulous time at the recent roll end event. Got enough fabric to be sewing for the next year :)
The choice of fabrics is unrivalled and quality designer fabrics too.

November 9, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Hi Julia,

Thanks so much for the lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear you had such a good time at the End of Roll event. We've had such a super response to the event that we will definitely be hosting more in the future.

Happy sewing,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow!! The end of roll sale !

Wow! What a magical way to spend a Saturday morning….. literally in fabric heaven at the Minerva end of roll sale!!
I didn’t know what to expect but it was way beyond anything I had hoped for! Loved every minute and really hope you do it again!
So well organised and easy to find fabric by type… the staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful, a team to be proud of, thank you all for your hard work.
I travelled from south Cheshire and would do it again in a heartbeat.
Thank you so much x

November 9, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Hi Clare,

Thanks so much for visiting our fabric heaven at the Minerva End of Roll Sale. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed yourself and our staff were so helpful. It's great to hear that it was worth the journey for you. Hope to see you again at the next one.

All the best,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simply amazing End of Rolls sale!

Simply amazing End of Rolls sale!
There was a vast area on 2 floors, very well laid out and signed. Hundreds of real bargains.
It was also super to meet so many of the Minerva team who were very helpful.
I can’t remember the last time I had such fun. And of course the joy continues as each length is sewn.
I travelled for 2 hours each way and it was worth every mile.
Thank you Minerva. You never disappoint.

November 9, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Thanks so much for the super feedback. We're so glad you were able to come along to the event and thanks for making the long journey to visit us. It's been such a super event that we're looking forward to hosting another one soon, probably in the spring.

Happy sewing.
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous fabrics from Minerva, Darwen

I visited Minerva on Saturday at the ‘end of role’ sale. It was fabulous, I found some great pieces. So many fabrics & patterns to choose from. I do hope there is another opportunity in the future for more days like that. The event was very well organised & the staff were helpful & friendly.

November 9, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Hi Janice,

Thanks for coming along to our End of Roll Sale at Minerva HQ in Darwen. We're do pleased you had a good time. Rest assured, we've had lots of requests for more events, so we're already planning out when to host the next one.

Happy sewing,
Gavin at Minerva

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience!

I visited the Minerva End of Roll Sale last Saturday and it was FABULOUS! This was a rare chance to visit Minerva in person as they are an online business. The selection of fabrics was amazing and my friend and I picked up some wonderful bargains. There were lots and lots of different types of fabric and also patterns and haberdashery available.
This event was extremely well organised, with lots of staff on hand to help. All the staff were so lovely and friendly.
I have used Minerva for several years now, my sewing is mainly dressmaking. It's always been a good experience for me to buy from Minerva. Any slight issues over the years have always been dealt with promptly. The YouTube videos are also very useful.
It is a pleasure to continue to support this family run business. Thank you so much everyone.

November 9, 2024
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Reply from Minerva

Thanks for joining us at the Minerva End of Roll Sale. It was so lovely to get to meet so many of our makers and we're thrilled that you had a good time. Hope to see you at the next one!

Happy sewing,
Gavin at Minerva

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