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I third Mahmoud abdel Ghaffar's store, Al-Wikala, as a source for high-quality fringe. His shop consists of 4 stories of sparklies, so it can keep you busy an entire afternoon. His prices really are lower than what you'd be able find from U.S. vendors.
And I agree with Leyla that you need to be VERY cautious about agreeing to bring back goodies for anyone else. Luckily, I've never been burned in doing so, but I know of other people who have. Things that can go wrong: 1) The stuff for everyone else fills so much of your suitcase that there's no room left for YOUR stuff. 2) The other person whines that they don't like it when they see what you brought, and wants to get out of paying you for it because of that. 3) Overweight charges for your luggage for the return trip home - these are EXPENSIVE.
Some tips:
1. Make the other person be VERY specific about what they want - fringe length, etc. Swatches showing desired colors are good.
2. Take a tape measure with you.
3. Take a written shopping list with you.
4. Make the other person pay you in full before you leave the U.S. No money, no sparklies!
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