Buying Fabric On Ebay

Ebay is one of the safest ways to buy items online. It is also the best place to buy Fabric because it gives you access to everything from retired Fabric patterns to the latest in Fabric styles, colors and brand names...all in one place at the best prices available anywhere. This website's goal is to make your Ebay Fabric Buying Search easier than ever by helping you find the exact Fabric you are looking for in easy to navigate categories. We have weeded out the non-fabric listings that sellers have accidently put in a fabric category so all you find is the Fabric you want.
 
Research Before You Buy. Once you have found the fabric you are looking for, make sure you know exactly what you're buying. You should always research your seller and understand how Ebay and PayPal protect you.
 
It is important to carefully read the details in item listings. Sometimes the pictures can be deceiving. Only by taking the time to read everything the seller has written can you be absolutely sure of what you are buying.
 
Know how much you will be expected to pay by figuring shipping costs and any insurance into your final price. If you spend a lot of money with the same seller, make sure he or she will insure the item when it ships. If you want more information about the item or shipping costs, make sure to ask by clicking the "Ask The Seller A Question" link under the seller's profile.
  • Always make sure to complete your transaction on Ebay (with a bid, Buy It Now, or Best Offer). Any transactions that are conducted outside of Ebay are not covered by the Ebay Protection Programs. Never pay for your Ebay item using instant cash wire transfer services through Western Union or MoneyGram. These payment methods are unsafe when paying someone you do not know.
 
By paying for your Fabric on Ebay and by using Paypal as your payment source, you can rest assured that you are buying safely and are protected in the unlikely event that something goes wrong.
 

Know your seller. Knowing who you are buying from will help you feel positive and secure about every transaction you make on Ebay. Take the time to not only look at their feedback score, but to actually look at any negative comments they have been given. I have been an Ebay Buyer and Seller for eight years and I have found that sometimes Negative Feedback is given when it should not be. There are buyers who leave negative feedback for high shipping prices when the shipping costs were clearly stated in the listing. There are also many other reasons that Sellers receive Negative Feedback when they shouldn't.

Before you decide not to buy from someone because of their feedback score, make sure to look at what the buyers have actually said. However, you should also look at the Positive Feedback to see if they have received any praise from buyers. Sellers who receive mostly praise for good transactions and only a few bad comments that make no sense are usually safe to buy from. If you have any doubts or concerns, send them a message. If they respond quickly and are eager to help you, then you can feel good about buying from them.
 
Know the sellers return policy. The top Ebay sellers will operate their Ebay Store like a retail store. This means that they will offer a return policy for damaged items. Before you buy, make sure you understand the terms and conditions of the return policy offered. Some Ebay Sellers will have a Money Back Guarantee that allows you to return the item for any reason. Most will allow you to return a damaged item for either a refund or an exchange. There is usually a time limit that states how long you have to return the item, which is usually a week from when you received your item. It is common practice for sellers to not refund your shipping costs, only the price of the item.
 
If the Sellers return policy is not clearly stated in the item listing, do not be afraid to ask the seller to clarify their terms and conditions. A good Ebay Seller will always be happy to answer any questions you have in a timely manner.
 
You are protected. It is actually very rare for someone to have a problem with an item they buy on Ebay. However, in the unlikely event that you do have a problem with your transaction, Ebay and Paypal have Buyer Protection Policies in place to protect you.
  • Paypal: Paypal allows you to pay for your item without the seller ever seeing your bank account or credit card numbers. PayPal also protects the buyer 100% against any unauthorized payments that occur from their accounts. Plus, with PayPal Buyer Protection, your purchase can be covered up to $1,000. If you have to contact Paypal with a problem, they are quick to help. In the many years that I have used Paypal, I have never had a problem. I would much rather use Paypal to pay for an item instead of giving out my credit card number.
  •  
  • Ebay Security & Resolution Center: You can visit the Security & Resolution Center on Ebay to learn how to protect your account. It will also teach you how to use Ebay's quick and efficient resolution tools. Ebay is always quick to help you if you have a problem. The Ebay Representatives respond quickly when contacted and will work with you until the problem is resolved.
 
If you have never bought an item on Ebay before, it is always Free for Buyers and creating an Ebay account is fast and easy. If you have any questions or concerns about buying your Fabric or other sewing/quilting supplies on Ebay, please feel free to Contact Us. You can also visit the Sewing, Quilting and Fabric Buying Guides on Ebay to learn more about buying these items.