Mesquite Bean Fabrics

Mesquite Bean Fabrics has been part of the San Antonio quilting scene since 2007, and it does a nice job of holding two different fabric worlds at once — reproduction prints for quilters who love that vintage, historical look, and modern lines for anyone piecing something more contemporary. Having both under one roof means you're not stuck choosing a shop based on style alone.

They're an Elna dealer, which isn't as common as some of the bigger machine brands, so if you're an Elna owner in South Texas, this is worth knowing about. There's also a Bean Club membership for regulars who want a reason to keep coming back and some perks for their loyalty.

Mesquite Bean is a regular stop on the Bluebonnet Shop Hop, that popular Texas circuit that gets quilters driving between shops every spring, so if you're doing the hop, you'll already have this one on your route.

For San Antonio quilters, or anyone road-tripping through, Mesquite Bean is a solid stop for both fabric and a friendly conversation.