British Columbia
Last updated July 19, 2006 by Joy B woolworksjoy@yahoo.ca AbbotsfordWoolaroo Yarns#105 - 23660 George Ferguson Way; Abbotsford, BC (604)852-7897 Opened in the fall of 2003, Woolaroo is Abbotsford's only yarn shop, with a fantastic selection. Carrying primarily Cascade yarns, Phildar, Estelle and Stylecraft are other yarns you will find along side Anny Blatt and Trendsetter. Join the monthly "Abby Knit Club" that runs the 1st Thursday of the month and find out what everyone else is doing, or at least hear a few of Linda's jokes. We are five doors down from Thumper's Patch.
AldergroveLangley Yarns & Crafts6109 - 256 Street Aldergrove, BC V4W 1K1 +1 (604) 856-3636 fax: +1 (604) 856-1990 Owner: B. Braaten email: bbraaten@shaw.ca World Wide Web: http://www.langleyyarns.com I now sell, Gloves in a Bottle, Stef's figurines and Fiesta yarns.
ArmstrongWoolhouse Tools+1 (604) 546 6940 4755 Knob Hill Road Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4 +1 (250) 546-6940 Owners: John & Teruko Low email: woolhousetools@telus.net We are primarily a maker of weaving equipment, but also make swifts and ball winders suitable for knitters.
BurnabyBurnaby Knitworks4543 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2A7 +1 604-434-7731 Fax: +1 604-434-7738 Owner: Ms Freda Larmer email: freda@burnabyknitworks.com World Wide Web: http://www.burnabyknitworks.com/ Burnaby Knitworks is a retail shop selling quality knitting yarns, patterns and accessories.
CastlegarCorner Copia Cotton 'N Candy1243 3 rd Street Castlegar, BC V1N 1Z6 +1 (250) 365-5801 Owner: Rick & Berni Skinner email: corner_copia@netidea.com We carry a Sirdar and Patons yarns, DMC floss, X-stitch fabric and kits. We also have Soap and Candle making supplies. We are also the largest dealer of Wilton cake decorating supplies in the West Kootenay area of British Columbia. And as our name indicates we also sell nostalgic candy, fudge, cold soft drinks and ice cream. NOTE--This store was formerly known as The Craft Corner and is under new ownership.
ChilliwackAunt Debbie's Knit and Stitch#9 - 5725 Vedder Road Vedder Village Center Chilliwack, BC V2R 3N4 +1 (604) 824-7790 +1 (877) 824-7790 fax: +1 (604) 824-6533 Owner: Debbie Cote email: knit-and-stitch@shaw.ca World Wide Web: http://www.knit-and-stitch.ca/ We are located in Chilliwack, British Columbia. One hour east of Vancouver on the #1 Hwy. Here you will find the largest selection of fine yarns and needlepoint in the Fraser Valley! At Aunt Debbie's we encourage our customers to relax, socialize and create a masterpiece around one of our large tables. At any given time, you will find beginner, intermediate or expert knitters creating their masterpieces, right before your eyes!
Chilliwack Wool & Craft Shop
Yarn Barn Gifts and Chocolate Shop
Sun Bench Fibres
CoquitlamVillage Crafts1936 Como Lake Avenue Coquitlam, BC V3J 3R3 +1 (604) 931-6533 +1 (877) 303-5154 Owner: Penny International collection of yarns: Adriafil, Colinette, Fils Bretagne, Marks and Kattens, Rowan, Mayfield, Sirdar, Wendy, Butterfly Cotton 10, Lopi, Patons, Noro, Classic Elite. British baby yarns 2/3/4-ply, double knit, aran and chunky. Skacel's Addi Turbo needles. Kertzer's Bamboo needles. Bryspun flexible plastic needles.
CourtenayUptown Yarns#206-307 Fifth St Courtenay, BC V9N 1J9 +1 (250) 338-1940 Owner: Jen Gladwin
CroftonNatural Knitware8039 Musgrave, Box 800. Crofton, BC VOR 1RO +1 (250) 246 9630 Owner: Peter & Judit Kabath email: Kabath_Naturalknitware@telus.net World Wide Web: http://www3.telus.net/Natural_Knitware Jagger Spun, Bramwell, Forsell cone yarn, spinning fiber. Custom made garments.
DeltaPerren Enterprises#399 - 5158 - 48th Avenue Delta, BC V4K 5B6 +1 (604) 946 8041 fax: +1 (604) 946 0035 Owner: Catherine Stabler email: info@perren.ca World Wide Web: http://www.perrenyarns.com Brother knitting machines and accessories. Bramwell, Tamm and Forsell yarns, among others.
Well-Spun Yarns
DuncanThe LoomWhippletree Junction, R.R. 7 Duncan, BC V9L 4W4 +1 (250) 746 5250 Owner: G.K. Currie Spinning, weaving, and knitting supplies. On Vancouver Island.
Wakefield Alpacas
EnderbyLama Charm Farm Wool and Gift Shop3285 Mabel Lake Rd. Enderby, BC VOE 1VO +1 (250) 838 9559 fax: +1 (250) 838 9559 Owner: Harold Berkholtz email: harold_berkholtz@bc.sympatico.ca Alpaca and llama roving and spun yarns.
Gabriola IslandAubusson House Weaving Studio1514 Moby Dick Way, Gabriola, BC V0R 1X5 Phone/Fax: +1(250) 247-9952 Toll Free: +1-866-666-9276 Owner: Jean Farrington email: aubussonhouse@shaw.ca World Wide Web: http://aubussonhouse.com Toll-free: 1-866-666-9276 Specializing in tapestry yarn and weaving workshops; Aubusson House, a luxury B&B; mail order yarn and weaving studio, is your complete weaving resource. The Canadian distributor for Paternayan yarns and Finnish wool; we also carry a full range of mercerized cotton, seine twine, rayon and linen warp. We specialize in tapestry and rug weaving workshops. Jean Farrington, weaver, designer and teacher has over 25 years of weaving experience to share with you.
KelownaKelowna Yarn & Needlecrafts110-1751 Harvey Ave Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G4 +1 (250) 860 8801 fax: +1 (250) 860 8524 Owner: Anne Hearnden email: kelyarn@kelyarn.com World Wide Web: http://www.kelyarn.com We carry a selection of yarns from Canadian Briggs & Little, Custom Woolen Mills and Kettle Valley Fiber Co as well as from European companies such as Marks & Katten, Sandnes, Sirdar and others. Needles from Brittany, Addi Turbos, Bryspun.
KimberleySew Creative Chalet260 Spokane Street Kimberley, BC V1A 2E4 +1 (250) 427-3393 Owner: Mary Frick & Debbie Donnon email: sewcreative@cyberlink.bc.ca We carry Patons, Bernat, Diamond, Sirdar, Schachenmayr, Nova, Custom Woolen Mills & more!! Store hours: Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 5:00.
LadysmithJoyce's Knits10840 Olsen Rd. RR# 4 Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 +1 (250) 245 5824 fax: +1 (250) 245 1103 Owner: Joyce Wasden email: Joyce_Wasden@telus.net World Wide Web: http://www3.bc.sympatico.ca/Joyces_knits Central Vancouver Island dealer for Brother knitting machines. Tamm Yarns, Bramwell Yarns and Forsell Yarns. Workshops, monthly meetings, lessons.
LangleyKnit Cafe602-21183-88th Avenue Langley, BC V1M 2G5 604-888-6689 Ph Fx 604-888-6666. email knitcafe@shaw.ca
Mayhews Knitting Machines
Madeira ParkKnitting Zen4982 Gonzales Road Madeira Park, B.C. V0N 2H0, Canada Diana Roach 604-883-2922 Email: phbc@dccnet.com
Maple RidgeOnce Upon a Sheep...22188 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge, BC V2X 9K2 +1 (604) 463-8296 fax: +1 (604) 463-5539 Owner: Kathie Chiu email: kathie_chiu@can.salvationarmy.org We are a non profit yarn shop supporting the ministries of The Salvation Army Caring Place in Maple Ridge, BC. We are open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. We carry yarns for every project, Sirdar, Patons, Austerman, Scholler Stahl, Estelle, Diamond, Wendy/Peter Pan, Cascade, Crystal Palace, Schachenmayer, On Line, Debbie Bliss, Noro, Naturally, Kertzer, GGH. We have a Passionknit Club of over 500 members who receive discounts and volunteer in the shop. Drop Ins take place on Tuesday night from 7PM till the last knitter leaves and Thursday afternoons from 1PM to store closing. We teach knitting and crochet at both drop ins - no charge. The club also sponsors an annual knitters retreat in the fall. Please feel free to call or come into the shop to see our helpful volunteer staff if you have questions or knitting difficulties.
Mayne IslandOlavia's Hand Knitting PatternsS3 C38 Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J0 +1 (250) 539-5625 Owner: Leanne Dyck email: leanne@oknitting.com World Wide Web: http://www.oknitting.com Design, wholesale, and retail hand knitting patterns for the new generation of fashion conscious knitters. The patterns combine stylish design with basic knitting techniques. Free patterns available on the site.
MerrittThe Lace CarriageMerritt, BC V1K 1J3 +1 (250) 378-4485 Owner: Roni Knutson email: bcmknitter@yahoo.ca World Wide Web: http://bcmknitter.n3.net Bramwell and Forsell yarns on cone, books and patterns. Individual lessons. Some Studio and Passap parts still available.
NanaimoMad About Ewe Fine Yarns#7-321 Wesley Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T5 +1 (250) 754 0785 +1 )250) 754-0712 (fax)
The Sheep Shed
NelsonLanaknits Designs105 Park St. Nelson, BC V1L 2G5 +1 (250) 352 6981 Owner: Lana Hames email: info@lanaknits.com World Wide Web: http://www.lanaknits.com A quality selection of 100% hemp and 50/50% hemp/cotton blend yarn perfect for use in handknitting, weaving, crochet, beadwork and other handwork. We have original knitting patterns specifically designed with hemp yarns. We've put together a Get To Know Hemp kit to familiarize knitters with this versatile fibre. Contact us for yarn samples and brochure.
North Vancouver32 Books co.3185 Edgemont Blvd. North Vancouver BC V7R 2N8 +1 (604) 980 9032 Fax +1 (604) 980 1203 Owner: Mary Trentadue email: mary@32books.com What could be better - BOOKS AND YARN!!
Port AlberniHeartspunwool Shop20-5440 Argyle Port Alberni, BC V9Y 5M7 +1 (250) 724 9665 +1 (888) 456 9276 Owner: Cathy Herbertson email: heartspun@uniserve.com Vancouver Island based wool shop proudly stocking Alafoss Lopi Kits. Rug hooking kits made with woven wool strips (not acrylic) from Atlantic Canada. Buttons from around the world as well as pewter buttons and jewellery. Gift baskets made to suit that special crafter, beginner or experienced.
Prince GeorgeThe Old Spinning Wheel Yarn Shop9275 Ellis Road Prince George, BC V2N 6E3 +1 (250) 963-7075 Owner: Peggy Hotvedt We are a new store. We carry Patons, Nordic, Lopi, and many more. We would be happy to special order for you. We now carry a full line of dmc floss and accessories.
Quathiaski CoveFun Knits697 Heriot Bay Rd. Box 521 Quathiaski Cove, BC V0P 1N0 +1 (250) 285-2751 Owner: Shelley Mackie / Donna Marshall email: shelmack@telus.net World Wide Web: http://www.funknits.com We opened our store Jan. 15, 2005. We are a small quaint store and we have a great selection of yarn, patterns and notions. We specialize in sock yarn. If you are in the area drop in and visit us. Winter hours are Wed. noon- 8PM, Sat noon - 6 PM. Check out our web site for more details.
QuesnelMountain Mohair4696 Quesnel-Hydraulic Quesnel, BC V2J 6P9 +1 (250) 747 3422 Owner: Susan Gook email: mohair@telus.net Mohair yarns in various blends and plies. Variety of colours. 100% natural.
RichmondWool & Wicker120-12051 Second Ave. Richmond, BC V7E 3L6 +1 (604) 275 1239 +1 (877) WOOLWIK Owner: Diane DeBray email: dianedebray@shaw.ca World Wide Web: http://www.woolandwicker.com We carry an extensive range of yarns in all weights and fibers for knitting, crochet, and weaving projects, including Adriafil, Almedahls, Berroco, Brown Sheep, Colinette, Crystal Palace, Dalegarn (Dale of Norway), Debbie Bliss, Diamond, DGB, Elsebeth Lavold, Estelle, Filatura di Crosa, Filtes King, Fleece Artist, Garnstudio, Gedifra, GGH, Grignasco, Handmaiden, Jamieson & Smith, Jamieson's Spinning, Jaegar, Katia, Kertzer, Lana Gatto, Lang, Madil, Manos Del Uruguay, Marks & Katten, Mission Falls, Needful Yarns, Noro, On-Line, Ornaghi Filati, Phildar, Pingouin, Queensland, Rowan, Sandnes, Schachenmayr, Sirdar, Skacel, Tivoli, Trendsetter, and Zitron. We have an extensive selection of old and new knitting books and magazines, buttons, (specializing in pewter, abalone and children's), Fleece Artist buttons and jewelry, Lantern Moon decorator baskets, Addi Turbo and Bryspun needles, Clover accessories, and Circular Solution Needle organizers. International mail order, special order, private and group lessons including Nihon Vogue certificate courses. We are involved with Project Linus.
Roberts CreekSpinster's LoftR.R. #26, 2005 Sunshine Coast Hwy. Roberts Creek, BC V0N 2W6 +1 (604) 886 1465 Owner: Celeste Colbourne email: spinsters-loft@dccnet.com Rovings - Organically raised merino crossbred, romney x karakul, romney x suffolk, suffolk/cheviot blend. Foxfiber organic cotton - rovings and spun yarns. Jakobsdals balled yarns, cotton for knitting and weaving, wool, silk, rayon and cotton chenilles, spinning and weaving equipment. Majacraft, Louet, Ashford, Leclerc. Dyes, Aurinko liquid, powdered Ashford and Gaywool. Hemp yarn, singles and 3 ply. Alpaca and llama rovings. New and used spinning wheels, looms and knitting machines. Handwoven, Spin-Off, Interweave Knits and Knitters magazines, along with Interweave Press books and XRX books. Fibre Trends Patterns, Ready-Spin Combed Tops, Yearling Mohair Hand Painted Rovings, Hand Dyed Polwarth Rovings, Mail orders with pleasure. VISA, MasterCard. Store hours: Monday to Friday 10:30 to 5. Saturday and Sunday noon to 4.
Salmon ArmW.N.W. DiscounterP.O. Box 2003 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P9 +1 (250) 833 0335 fax: +1 (250) 833 0335 Owner: WNW Discounter (Wool Needle-Work) email: wnwdisc@shuswap.net World Wide Web: http://www.wool-needlework.com Worldwide online wool, needlework, cross stitch kits & books, rug kits, fashion kits and paint by numbers discounter, plus accessories and books. Free patterns and fun stuff. Toll-free fax order line.
Salt Spring IslandSalt Spring Island Llamas and Alpacas291 Long Harbour Rd. Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2K9 +1 (250) 537 9446 (voice and fax) Owner: Maggie Krieger Exclusively alpaca and llama fibre products including a variety of yarn, roving, and hand-made woven products. Fibre is available as roving, yarn balls, hanks, and cones and the on-line store has a secure checkout for ordering with your Visa or MasterCard.
Stitches Quilt Shop
SidneyIn Sheep's Clothing Yarn and Needlework Shop9711 5th St. Sidney, BC V8L 2W9 +1 (603) 656 2499 (fax also) Proprietor: Linda Zacks email: info@insheepsclothing.ca World Wide Web: http://www.insheepsclothing.ca The owners, Linda and Bert, run a unique and exciting knitting & needlework boutique where they have, for the past fifteen years provided the expertise, personal help and friendly service their loyal customers have come to associate with the name ... IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING.
Patricia's Yarn Cabin
SurreyAwesome Ewe8080 158 A Street Surrey, BC V3S 8B6 +1 (604) 543 8577 +1 (877) 288 6558 fax: +1 (877) 237 9062 Owner: ShopSmart Online Inc. email: maggie@awesomeewe.com World Wide Web: http://www.awesomeewe.com The Awesome Ewe is a totally online superstore offering hundreds of kits and yarns from the following: Cleckheaton, Colinette, Filatura, Gedifra, Jaeger, Katia, Rowan, Sirdar and Stahl. From petite to plus sizes, casual to elegant designs. Mail order catalogue available.
Nordic Yarn Imports
Penelope Fibre & Yarns
VancouverBirkeland Bros. Wool Ltd.3573 Main Street Vancouver, BC V5V 3N4 +1 (604) 874-4734 fax: +1 (604) 874-4734 Owner: Cara and Norman Birkeland email: birkelandwool@telus.net World Wide Web: http://www.shared-visions.com/wool/ In business since 1939, Birkeland Bros. Wool in Vancouver, Canada stocks batts and sliver for felting and spinning as well as yarns for knitting and weaving. Contact Cara (the founder's granddaughter) for more info!
Homecraft Importers
The Silk Tree
A Touch of Wool
Urban Knitworks
Urban Yarns
VanderhoofThe Woollen Earth Specialty Yarn Shop and Knitwear Design StudioStreet Address: 13968 Myer’s Pit Road, Fort Fraser, BC Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2530, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Canada Phone Number: (250) 690-7777 or toll free North America 1-866-690-WOOL (9665) Email: info@thewoollenearth.com World Wide Web: http://www.thewoollenearth.com/ Located on a small mountaintop in central British Columbia, right off Hwy 16, on the route to Alaska or the Queen Charlottes! Luxury fibers, beautiful patterns, friendly and knowledgeable service! Featuring knitting patterns by knitwear designer Jennifer L. Appleby, who frequently contributes to magazines such as Interweave Knits, Interweave Crochet, Family Circle Easy Knitting, and Knit Simple. Come on in and say hi! VictoriaArlene's Fashion Knits3550 Richmond Road Victoria,, BC V8P 4P8 +1 (250) 519-4700 Owner: Arlene Baart email: afknits@coastnet.com DesignaKnit distributor for Canada. Canadian distributor for Angela Gordon's knitwear designs and disks and correspondence courses for DesignaKnit. Yarn dealer. Ask about the knitting and computer clubs.
Aurelia Wool and weaving
The Beehive Store
Boutique De Laine
WellsDownhill Junkie Knitting StudioP.O. Box 175 Wells, BC V0K 2R0 Owner: Cyndi Cassidy email: cyndi@dhjca.com World Wide Web: http://www.dhjca.com
West VancouverThe Knit & Stitch Shoppe2460-A Marine Drive West Vancouver, BC V7V 1L1 +1 (604) 922 1023 +1 (800) 565 5648 fax: +1 (604) 926 0118 Owner: Ingrid Mutsaerts email: ingy@knit-n-stitch.com World Wide Web: http://www.knit-n-stitch.com Well stocked in all types of yarns, needles, patterns, sweater kits, and friendly advice. Specializing in Lopi yarns.
Williams LakeCreative Stitch and Knit1325 Chimney Valley Road Williams Lake, BC V2G 4W7 +1 (250) 392-3227 +1 (866) 392-3227 fax: +1 (250) 3921159 Owner: Pauline Schmautz email: Please link from website World Wide Web: http://www.creativestitchandknit.com The shop carries yarn, both plain and fancy, by Sirdar, Patons, Stahl, Diamond, Nova, SR Kertzer and Nova to mention a few. Cross-stitching kits and supplies. Quilting Fabric and supplies. A wide selection of ribbon and lace and other craft supplies. A large selection of books and patterns.
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