Acquisition Opportunity: Specialist in fashion fabrics, knitting yarn, hobby and craft supplies, and repairs.
Financial data
A specialty store that has been well-known in the region for over 40 years. The store is located in a building of approximately 500 m² (retail space, sewing workshop, storage area, kitchen, classroom, etc.).
In addition, the store offers alteration services and dry cleaning.
Mood shot.
Since 1983, the go-to specialist for creative people, offering a wide selection of fabrics, sewing supplies, knitting yarn, craft materials, and various customization services.
Since early 2005, the company has been led by the second generation: two managers (one full-time and one working behind the scenes and on weekends) and their passionate team of five employees (mostly part-time; together 3.47 FTE).
In addition to selling more than 50,000 items, we offer a comprehensive range of services,
- Alterations: Repairing clothing, replacing zippers, taking in garments, etc.
- Laundry and Dry Cleaning: Professional laundry and dry cleaning services (drop-off service)
- Newspaper and lottery outlet (including cigarettes and alcohol)
- Sale of school uniforms for a local school
- Online store with room for expansion
STRENGTHS
Wide range of products: From fashion fabrics to knitting yarn, craft supplies, and sewing machines.
Diverse services: Alterations , dry cleaning,
Experience: Over 40 years of expertise in the industry, with a focus on customer satisfaction and quality.
Flexibility: Ability to carry out both large and small custom projects.
POTENTIAL NEW OWNER
- An excellent acquisition opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to establish a presence in the creative and textile sector.
- This business has a solid customer base and an established reputation in the region.
- The acquisition offers the chance to build on a successful business with significant growth potential, both in terms of products and services.
- The current owners are willing to mentor and train the buyer during the transition period. Health issues are the reason for the sale.
KEY FIGURES
Annual revenue (2025): 520,000 (excluding tobacco products).
Number of employees: 5
Number of products in stock: 50,000+
Customer types: private individuals, small business owners, and government agencies
Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
OFFER
Operated as a sole proprietorship
Business transfer
Real Estate
The business is operated in two adjacent buildings. Together, the two buildings comprise the entire store, with a total area of approximately 500 m² (of which 200 m² is retail space accessible to customers). A new commercial lease agreement is to be drawn up; rent is approximately €2,500 per month plus utilities.
The building is equipped with solar panels.
Equipment
- Server with 7 computers for sales and inventory management. Scanner for scanning items
- Sewing and overlock machines
- 2 copiers/printers
Vehicles
- Passenger car (is not normally included in the transfer)
Inventory
• Very recent inventory of fabrics, knitting yarn, sewing supplies, etc. Old inventory is regularly liquidated.
Furnishings
- 4 display counters
- plenty of shelves
Are you interested in taking over the business? Please contact us for more information and to schedule a meeting.
Please use the contact form below.
It would be helpful if you could provide a brief introduction about yourself and your motivation.
1. What is your profile and background?
2. Why are you interested in taking over this business?
3. What are your questions and expectations?
Updating and expanding the online store.
- Location
- Oost-Vlaanderen
- Legal form
- Sole proprietorship
- Number of employees
- 5
- Customer type
- B2B (Business to Business), B2C (Business to Consumer)
- Active since
- 1983
- Real estate included
- No
- Translated from
- Dutch
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