With some downtime this summer, you might be planning  some home re-decorating or an arts and crafts project. When you are searching for the fabrics that you need, you can now search online at a Montreal fabric vendor, Tonitex.

You can find your answers right here at home, in the Chabanel area, at Tonitex, where they sell polar fleece, denim, fake fur, plush, cotton prints, nylon, jogging fleece, broadcloth, lycra, flannel, cotton twills and outerwear fabric to the nearby manufacturers and to you too.

Around for over 30 years, you will always find  a lot of  printed cotton sheeting from top brands like Spectrix, Michael Miller, Baum, Andover, Fabri-quilt and many more brands at discount prices.

The huge space is filled to the ceiling with giant fabric rolls accessed by ladders.  Look for the coupon bins sold by the kilo – when buying remnants you can save even more money.

Location: 9630 Boul. St-Laurent, Montreal H2N 1R1
corner: Louvain
Tel: 514-389-8293
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-5, Sat 9-4
Website www.tonitex.com
To view their new products, have a look at: http://bit.ly/1oWpPiC

Would you sleep on the same sheets for 6 months? So why haven’t you ever had your pillow cleaned? Bellingham Cleaners and Tailors will sanitize, deodorize, clean, and fluff you pillow – and – replace the cover.

Take time to take a look around the house to see what needs some freshening up. So if you would like to clean your drapes, window coverings , pillows or duvets –  think Bellingham Cleaners and Tailors. Is it too difficult to remove and rehang your drapes and window coverings? They’ll send someone to do it for you so you can send them in for a cleaning along with the bedding and decorative cushions

No time for laundry? For busy people, they offer a wash and fold service. Whites and coloured items are washed separately – and – independently of other peoples’ clothes. There’s free pick up and delivery. The minimum order is for 10 lbs. Their Bates Rd. location even has Quebec’s first drive-thru service and a 24-hour night deposit box using VIP bags.

Their Deluxe Service handles delicate garments individually:

* garments individually cleaned in virgin solvent
* buttons are removed to prevent damage
* items are hand-pressed,
* double inspection procedure
* garments are stuffed with tissue paper to preserve their form

– For garment repairs (even suede and leather), every day there are seamstresses and a changing room, so quick fixes can be sewn while you wait.
– Home or office pick-up service is available over most of the island.
– Bellingham Cleaners are the only cleaners in the province of Quebec who are certified by the worldwide Association of Wedding Gown Specialists.

TMR Location: 2655 Bates Rd, Montreal , plus pickup/delivery service
corner: Wilderton
Tel: 514-733-4444
Hours: Mon-Wed 7:30-6:30, Thurs & Fri 7:30-7, Sat 8-5, Sun 11-5
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The arrival of spring is a welcome excuse for buying fresh new spring wardrobe items and now’s is the perfect time to update with a few key pieces in your closet.

Raffinalla, the brand that embodies effortless style, and made from the most luxurious fabrics is having their Spring Sale.  Snag wardrobe essentials from their latest collection that are perfect for every day and every occasion.

Save up to 80% off on selected samples and overstock (all sizes available) sportswear, pants, skirts, tops, capes, coats, jackets, belts & scarves. Perfect Fit Pant starting at $25 and score a great deal at the Liquidation room $25-$ 75.

It’s spring at last, so get shopping. Raffinalla, so comfortable and fashion fabulous they will be among your most favorite pieces.

The Boutique is always open Tuesday to Friday 10-5 and private appointments are welcome.

Location: 9200 Meilleur, suite 400
corner: Chabanel
Phone: 514-327-4477, 514-979-4764
Dates: June 11 – 16
Hours: Tues – Fri, Sat & Sun, 10-5
Metro: Station Cremazie, Bus 146
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At Jelena Styles Lingerie (JSL) in Decarie Square, the personalized service makes it so pleasant to shop here as  the sales women actually help fit you for your correct bra size and shape. For those of you who love or need Walcoal bras, June 7th is the date to put on your calendar. That day a Walcoal representative will be on site to help you figure out what is best for your body type.

Walcoal is also offering a gift for anyone spending over $80 and there will be a raffle to win a Walcoal bra and panty set.

And just to make the trip there even more worthwhile, they’re having a Montelle (Canadian brand) liquidation moment for bras and matching underwear. Prices for bras will only be 15$-35$ until quantities last.

With the summer on the horizon, you can also shop for bathing suits here. Since Jelena’s specialty is help with selecting bras, that knowledge easily transfers to help with bathing suits:  Tyr, Amoena, Alia, Nygard and Gottex – all swimsuits up to 50% discount.

The rest of the little shop is chock full of an extensive bra collection including names you know along with exclusive lines. The certified fitters offer very personalized service. It’s a good idea for women considering breast reduction, augmentation or reconstruction to make an appointment for a fitting prior to surgery  – specialty bra from company Amoena.

Jelena Styles Lingerie (JSL) sells high quality European lingerie at affordable Canadian prices. All the designs are produced with excellent fabrics and offer you comfort and elegance, bringing joy to every woman. JSL also carries in stock: bridal bra collections and bra for nursing mothers. Bras range in size from 30A-44 H, with or without underwires.

Location: 6900 boul Decarie ( Carre Decarie ) Suite 218 H3X 2T8 / Google Maps: http://bit.ly/21jRg65
corner: rue Plamandon
Tel: 514-303-1911
Hours: Regular plus Sunday
Metro:  Station Plamondon, Station Namur
www.jelenastyleslingerie.com
email: info@jelenastyleslingerie.com

Your struggle to find perfectly-fitting clothes ends now. If you’re a big guy no matter what your size or shape, this family-owned store has been specializing in men’s big and tall clothing for 90+years and they know how to wow their customers with an incredible selection and their expertise in fitting you with comfortable and stylish clothes.

Whether you’re trying to find some new polos, tees, shirts, shorts or swimwear to freshen up your spring attire or snag some essential accessories, now’s the perfect time to save BIG on the brands you love by taking advantage of  M.H. Grover’s Sidewalk Sale. All merchandise in store is on sale 15 -70% off

M.H. Grover, the go-to store offering the latest trends in men’s big and tall fashions and always finding the perfect fit. Hurry in, the sale starts now and runs until the Sidewalk Sale on June 7 – 9th.

Location: 4741 Wellington St., Verdun QC H4G 1X2
corner: 3rd Ave
Tel: 514-769-3771
Sale dates:  inside store sale starting now; Sidewalk Sale – June 7 -9
Metro Stop Station Verdun / Station de l’Eglise
www.groversbigandtall.com

The iconic Lacoste brand  is up for grabs at great prices at Premium Retail’s Lacoste Warehouse Sale. Save up to 80% off on Lacoste shoes and clothing for men, women and children. You’ll also find designer shoes for women at incredible discounts.

If you’re looking for a wallet-friendly way to refresh your summer look with fresh, classic clean-cut pieces with athletic undertones then this is the ultimate destination.

Anyone wearing Lacoste clothing and/or shoes will not be permitted entry into this sale

Location: 4344 Garand, VSL H4R 2A3
corner: Pomba
Dates: May 28 – June 2
Hours: Tues & Wed 11-7, Thurs & Fri 11-9, Sat & Sun 11-5
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Raffinalla is designed for the modern, sophisticated woman and made from the most luxurious fabrics. You are invited you to shop their latest collection. Now’s the perfect time to re-fresh your wardrobe for a new season and to save big on the go-to brand for women’s clothing with a city-cool edge. 

Save up to 80% off on selected samples and overstock (all sizes available) sportswear, pants, skirts, tops, capes, coats, jackets, belts & scarves, Perfect Fit Pant starting at $25 and Liquidation room $25-$ 75.

The Boutique is always open Tuesday to Friday 10-5 and private appointments are welcome.

Location: 9200 Meilleur, suite 400
corner: Chabanel
Phone: 514-327-4477, 514-979-4764
Hours: Tues – Fri 10-5
Metro: Station Cremazie, Bus 146
raffinalla.com

What better time to bring in the new season with what’s new, now and necessary in every woman’s wardrobe. Re-fresh your attire with modern, luxurious Spring fashion styles as the Raffinalla Spring  sale lasts from May 15-19th.

The brand offers a full line of impeccably designed women’s clothing. Timeless and flattering, including women’s outerwear, blazers, skirts and tops, a wide variety of pants and Comfort Fit Leggings, that are perfect for every occasion. Their famed Perfect Fit Pants are sized from petit to plus.

Women from petite to curvy can shop for stylish samples and overstock as Raffinalla lines are available in all sizes. Save up to 80% off on selected merchandise. Perfect Fit Pant starting at $25, tops $15, skirts $25, jackets $35, quilted coats $75, scarves $25, belts $5. So don’t miss the Liquidation Room where everything is $25-$75.

Raffinalla is for everyday and every occasion; They’re so comfortable and fashion fabulous they will be among your most coveted pieces.

These days it is harder to find special dressy outfits for parties, communion, confirmation or baptism. Lingerie Pina & Carmelo Sacco, the go-to place for generations, is still the place to go.

If you have a wedding planned this year, the Mother of the Bride could find an outfit, the bridal party too and you can even get bonbonnieres made-to-order and wrapped.  They offer a Bridal Registry and there are gifts galore.

The name  clearly does not define this family business as you’ll find and housewares galore: silverware, china, toasters and meat slicers. If you are looking for ecological cookware, they sell Cool Kitchen which has no PTFE, no PFOA and can be used for induction cooking. The Italian community knows to come here for Pizzel machines for cookies and Cavetelli machines for gnocchi, Those who like collectibles will find: Precious Moments, Walt Disney Collection and Disney Traditions by Jim Shore.

Designers are here to help you with curtains (free installation), and they have the exclusive Hunter Douglas Alustra line with copper and chrome headers. If you need them, there’s carpet runners by the yard.

Do you know where else to buy housecoats or cotton handkerchiefs?

Location: 8365 boul. Viau, St-Leonard QC H1R 2T6
corner: boul. Robert
Tel: 514-323-0427
Hours: Mon-Wed 9-6, Thurs & Fri 9-7:30, Sat 9-5. Open Sunday 10-5 from Labor Day – June 1st

PUMA® is one of the world´s leading sport lifestyle companies offering footwear, apparel, and accessories,  PUMA is where sports and street style collide. It’s especially wonderful when you can save up to 80% off for both men and women and cover all your athleisure needs at a fraction of the price.

Whether it’s for a specific sport, training, running or lifestyle – you can find sneakers & clothing for men and women here. PUMA starts in Sport and ends in Fashion. Score on your favorite styles & products today.

Anyone wearing PUMA clothing and/or shoes will not be permitted entry into this sale.

Location: 4344 Garand, VSL H4R 2A3
corner: Pomba
Dates: May 7-12
Hours: Tues & Wed 11-7, Thurs & Fri 11-9, Sat & Sun 11-5
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