While we’re well known for our nautical and seaside fabrics, Anchor & Thimble is about much more than the sea itself. It’s about capturing the softer, quieter feeling of coastal and countryside living.

Our collections are inspired by changing tides, weathered harbours, beach walks, wild flowers and the gentle colours that surround us here in South Devon. Alongside our coastal collections, you’ll discover a carefully chosen range of timeless fabrics including soft calicos, washed linens, classic tickings, beautiful stripes, delicate florals and breezy cottons; all selected for their relaxed character, natural texture and easy elegance.

We’re drawn to materials with warmth, texture and personality. Fabrics that drape beautifully, yarns that feel wonderful in your hands and the little finishing details that transform a project into something truly personal. Everything we stock is chosen because we love it. If it doesn’t inspire us, it doesn’t make it onto our shelves. Most of all, we want people to feel inspired when they visit us, whether that’s online or in person.

Anchor & Thimble is the online home of Brixham Sewing Box; our independent bricks-and-mortar shop based in the beautiful fishing town of Brixham in South Devon.

Brixham Sewing Box is where everything began and remains the heart of what we do. Over the years it has become a welcoming destination for makers from across Torbay and beyond; a place filled with fabrics, yarns, haberdashery, workshops, creativity and conversation.
Anchor & Thimble simply brings that same experience online.

So although you may be shopping from home, every order is still selected, packed and cared for by the same small team behind Brixham Sewing Box; people who love craftsmanship, creativity and helping others make something beautiful.

Whether you’re visiting us in person or discovering us from further afield, we hope you’ll feel a little of the warmth, inspiration and charm that has been at the heart of our business for more than fifteen years.