The Salvation Army’s Fall Fabric Fair Opens Again in October
PITTSBURGH (August 19, 2024) – Fall in love with your next crafting project at The Salvation Army’s Fall Fabric Fair on Saturday, October 5, 2024! The popular one-day sale, made possible thanks to the dedication of The Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary, will begin at 8:30 a.m. at The Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Worship and Service Center, located at 1060 McNeilly Road. Shop early for the best selection. The event ends at 1:30 p.m.
For more than three decades, this fundraiser has offered bargains on rare fabrics, unique patterns and a variety of materials and equipment needed for crocheting, knitting, quilting and “sew” much more. After exploring indoors, shoppers can enjoy a $10 bag sale outside which will be stocked with a variety of materials. Since its inception, the fabric fairs have raised nearly $750,000, with all proceeds providing critical assistance to individuals and families throughout Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
“For more than three decades, this event has continued to grow in popularity with creatives of all ages,” said Major Jodi Lloyd, Program Secretary for The Salvation Army Western Pennsylvania Division. “The sales take place twice a year, in the spring and fall, but this is a year-round ministry for the dedicated members of The Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary. These passionate volunteers tirelessly collect fabrics, buttons, zippers and countless other treasures and they ensure each event runs smoothly.”
Admission is free and complimentary parking will be available onsite, with free shuttles running from two satellite parking locations at Keystone Oaks High School and Keystone Oaks Middle School. Snacks and lunch items will also be available for purchase. Carts and strollers are prohibited, reusable shopping bags are highly encouraged.
The Fall Fabric Fair is a community-driven event made possible thanks to donations of all the items for sale. There is always a need for donated items, as well as additional volunteers to measure and sort fabric in preparation for the fair. Donations are currently being accepted at The Salvation Army warehouse in Green Tree from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays (February through October) at the rear of 820 Parish Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Please note, fabric donations will *not* be accepted during the actual Fabric Fair event.
For more information call 412-446-1500 or visit salvationarmywpa.org/fabricfair. Follow The Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary on Facebook and @salarmypgh on Instagram for a peek at items for sale. Save the date for the next Spring Fabric Fair, set for Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Celebrating over 150 years of global service as both a church and a social service organization, The Salvation Army began in London, England in 1865. Today, it provides critical services in 134 countries worldwide. The 28-county Western Pennsylvania Division serves thousands of needy families through a wide variety of support services. To learn more about The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania, visit salvationarmywpa.org. The Salvation Army … doing the most good for the most people in the most need.