[ Home | Patterns | Resources | Stores | Gallery | Craft | About this site ] CaliforniaAlamedaYarn!2311 Santa Clara Ave Alameda, CA 94501 +1 (510) 522-YARN Owner: Janis Tester Web: http://www.yarnyarn.com A wide variety of yarns - Rowan, Koigu, Eros (lots of other novelty yarns), Encore, etc.
AnaheimNewton Knits2100 E. Howell Ave. #209 Anaheim, CA 92806 +1 (714) 634 9116 Yarns and books, mail order. Anaheim HillsVelona Needle Craft5753-B Santa Ana Canyon Road Anaheim Hills, CA 92807 +1 (714) 974 1570 +1 (800) 972 1570 fax: +1 (714) 693 3131 email: info@velona.com World Wide Web: http://www.velona.com/ Rowan, Dale of Norway, Missoni, Patons, Filatura di Crosa, Hayfield, Vittadini, Annabel Fox, Anny Blatt, Georges Picaud, Colinette, Prism, Pingouin, etc. Books. Sie sprechen Deutsch. BakersfieldClassy Knits & Yarns1833 "F" St. Bakersfield, CA 93301 +1 (661) 325-7226 fax: +1 (661) 8716917 Owner: Judy Williams email: Classyyarn@aol.com World Wide Web: http://www.classyyarns.com Top quality stock in a lovely surrounding, with pleasant help always available. Judy would love to get you started on an array of knitting, crochet, or needlepoint projects. Does mail order. BellflowerForget-Me-Knot Needle Arts17828 Bellflower Blvd. Bellflower, CA +1 (310) 866 8208 Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00 - 5:30 Submitter believes they have been in business for around 40 years, which is incredible for a yarn shop. They carry fiber for crochet, knitting, needlepoing, tatting, cross-stitch, etc. DMC Cebelia is stocked in all colors and weights.
Stitches In Time - new location!
BerkeleyeKnitting.com1625 University Avenue Berkeley, CA +1 (800) 392-6494 Owner: Sarah Email: info@eKnitting.com Web: http://www.eknitting.com Nice and easy to use website with lots of selections. Also a store in Berkeley. The staff are great and will give you friendly and expert help. If you join as a member on their website, they will give you a discount on your first order.
Beverly HillsAida Ley9667 Brighton Way Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Knitting House
Nettie's Needlecraft BonitaLe Stitch4046 Bonita Rd Bonita, CA 91902 Mostly scarf yarn, nice owners
CambriaBall & Skein & More4070 Burton Drive Cambria, CA +1 (805) 927 3280 CaminoApple Nanny's Yarn & Woolen4115 Carson Rd. Camino, CA 95709 +1 (916) 620 3534 CampbellRug & Yarn Hut350 E. Campbell Avenue Campbell, CA 95008 +1 (408) 871 0411 fax: +1 (408) 395 1912 Owner: Karen Brayton-McFall Email: rughut@mindspring.com Web: http://www.rughut.com Extensive yarn selection accompanied by knowledgeable and helpful sales staff. We specialize in rugs and soapmaking, as well as weaving, crocheting, spinning and dyeing.
Canyon CountryThe Weavers' Cottage15559 W Sierra Hwy Canyon Country, CA 91351 +1 (661) 250 9995 +1 (888) 251 5033 fax: +1 (661) 250 9444 Owner: Sandy Gunther email: sandy@weaverscottage.com World Wide Web: http://www.weaverscottage.com Yarn, workshops, study groups, mail order, etc. CapitolaThe Yarn Place625 Capitola Avenue Capitola, CA 95010 +1 (831) 476-6480 fax: +1 (831) 476-2503 Owner: Jennifer Thomas Email: jennifer@theyarnplace.com Web: http://www.theyarnplace.com The Yarn Place is open daily. Specializes in fibers, yarns, and supplies for knitting & crocheting. Warm and fun store atmosphere. Friendly staff answers your project and product questions. Drop in classes. Located in sunny Capitola, minutes from Highway 1 and the Pacific Ocean. Formerly called The Yarn and Rug Store.
CarlsbadJeni McMahon Hand Knitting Yarns USA7040 Ave. Encinas #104-251 Carlsbad, CA 92009 +1 (760) 431 1565 +1 (800) 414 9276 fax: +1 (760) 431 1581 Owners: Jerome and Beverley Roberts email: BeverleyRo@aol.com Mail order business only. Selling fine Australian yarns including a sport weight wool (5 ply) and a DK weight wool (8 ply). The wools are treated for softness and are machine washable. We also carry a beautiflu fluffy Mohair (78% mohair, 13% wool and 9% nylon) and a luxurious angora (70% angora, 30% lambswool). Free color sample cards are available. CarmelThe Golden Fleece306 Mid Valley Center Carmel, CA 93923 +1 (408) 624 9102 Carries an extensive selection of Brunswick yarn. The owner's name is Juanita and she does mail order and would be happy to ship around the country.
Knitting by the Sea Castro ValleyAdela's Yarn20641 Rustic Dr Castro Valley, CA 94546 +1 (510) 581-5326 +1 (800) 492-7674 Owner: Antoinette Greif email: adelayar@aol.com World Wide Web: http://adelasyarn.com Large variety of yarns. Basic to designer. Specialty hand dyed yarns. ChatsworthBishops Yarn Shop21820 Devonshire Street Chatsworth, CA 91311 +1 (818) 407-1069 Owner: Florence Bishop Large selection of domestic & imported yarns. Staff are very friendly & will give free knitting/crocheting lessons, if you buy the yarn & needles at the shop. Hours: Tues - Sat. 10am - 4pm. Join us!
Happy Hookers ChicoChico Handweavers1006 Gateway Ln. Chico, CA 95926 +1 (530) 894 6866 fax: +1 (530) 894 6866 Owner: Nolan Babin email: nolankim@cin.butte.cc.ca.us Natural yarns -- wool, cotton, silk, alpaca etc. for knitting, crocheting, weaving, felting, crafts. Weaving and spinning equipment and supplies. Lots of books. Knitting kits. Finshed goods. Can special order yarns from many different companies.
HeartStrings Yarn Studio
The Yarn Basket Chula VistaThe Yarn Shop311 Thire Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 +1 (619) 420 2443 fax: +1 (619) 222 9538 Owner: Lou Steele We have a good supply of knitting, crochet and cross stitch supplies plus other assorted (sometimes hard to find) items. We are glad to mail orders. Our store is just south of F Street on Third Avenue in Chula Vista. You can reach Third Avenue from E Street which runs between the 5 and the 805 freeways and has exits from both freeways. We are open 9-6 Monday - Saturday and 11 - 3 on Sunday, but call first because we do close for some holidays. ColumbiaLaura's Yarn Shoppe22620 Parrott's Ferry Road Columbia State Park Columbia, CA 96310 +1 (209) 588-8017 Owner: Laura McHenry Email: tpmchenry@prodigy.net We are located in the Sierra Nevada Mountain foot hills on highway 108 near the town of Sonora. Columbia State Park is just three miles north of Sonora off highway 49. We are a retail yarn store serving knitters, crocheters, weavers and fiber artists of northern and central California for the past five years. Our store consists of a show room and mail order services and we stock a large varitey of yarn from natural fiber commercial yarns, hand spun & died yarns, specialty synthetic yarns, tapestry wools and cartoons and a large variety of needles and notions to meet our customers needs. You are invited to stop in and see our inventory or call or write us for information.
CoronaKnit Affair a yarn company1690 W. 6th St. Unit "O" Corona, CA 92882 +1 (909) 738-0076 fax: +1 (909) 520-9804 Owner: Tori Stanfill / Rob Kilmer Email: knitaffair@knitaffair.com Web: http://www.knitaffair.com We carry a wide variety of yarn and accessories. We are a full service shop offering classes and retreats, as well as drop in help.
Costa MesaDenwar Craft Studio236 E. 16th St. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 +1 (714) 548 1342 Owner: Jo Dendel This weaving and spinning store offers a wide variety of yarns and fibers, as well as weaving classes, looms for rent and sale, and a large selection of weaving and spinning supplies. They also give great advice for novice weavers. They are open Tues-Fri 10-5 and Sat. 12-5.
Jo's Knit Wit
Suzoo's Wool Works, LLC
DavisIn Sheep's Clothing219 E Street, Suite A Davis, CA 95616 +1 (530) 759 9276 email: mcmay@insheepsclothing.com World Wide Web: http://www.insheepsclothing.com We offer a wide selection of fine yarns and accessories for knitting, crocheting, and weaving, fiber and supplies for hand spinning or felting, buttons from around the world, basketry supplies, magazines, books, a large selection of patterns, workshops and classes, friendly help; all skill levels welcome. El CerritoSkein Lane7512 Fairmount Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 +1 (510) 525 1828 Owner: Carolyn Pugh email: cpugh@skeinlane.com World Wide Web: http://www.skeinlane.com Mission: To provide quality products, instructions, and customer service in the needlearts of crocheting, cross stitch, embroidery, knitting and needlepoint. El SobranteSheep city, USA3666 San Pablo Dam Rd El Sobrante, CA 94803 +1 (510) 758-6601 fax: +1 (510) 222-1184 Owner: Shane faerber Email: SheepCityUSA@webtv.net Excellent selection of hand painted, handdyed yarn. Handspun yarn, Plymouth, Cascade, Crystal Palace, Southwest Trading Co, Henry's Attic, Ashland Bay. Bamboo needles, books, knitting, crochet, felting, spinning, dyeing, and weaving supplies. Books and patterns Hours Tue-Sat noon-6pm. Classes, private lessons, and drop in help.
EncinitasThe Black Sheep1060 S. Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 +1 (760) 436 9973 Owner: Karen Henderson Hours: Monday through Saturday 10 - 6, Sunday 12 - 5 Driving instructions: Highway 5 to Encinitas Boulevard; Encinitas Boulevard toward the ocean to First Street; Left on First to J Street; Shop is on the corner to your right as you approach J. Web: http://www.theblacksheep.biz
Cochenille Design Studio
Common Threads
EurekaBoll Weaver2748 E Street Eureka, CA 95501 +1 (707) 443 8145 +1 (888) 265 5987 Owner: Crystal Dobbs email: bollweaver@humboldt1.com Yarns by Plymouth, Brown Sheep, Patons, Tahki for knitting. Threads by Surpeme Corp., DMC and Knit-cro-sheen for crocheting. Angora, wool, silk, alpaca, mohair fibers for spinning. Owner has 25 years experience as a spinner, weaver and knitter. FallbrookVillage YarnFallbrook, CA 92028 +1 (760) 723 YARN Owner: Jan Metzger email: jan@villageyarn.com World Wide Web: http://www.villageyarn.com Jan's new location is at her ranch just north of town; still in Fallbrook, though. Her new place has a family-day-at-the-ranch atmosphere. She'll have all notions and basic yarns, but will also do special orders when needed. Fort BraggNavarro River Knits301-D North Main Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437 +1 (707) 964 WOOL +1 (877) GOT YARN fax: +1 (707) 964 9660 Owners: Annelle Karlstad and Apryl Bonham email: nrk@mcn.org Web: http://www.navarroriverknits.com We are a full service yarn store, and carry Rowan, Classic Elite, Plymouth, Cascade, Jo Sharp, Lane Borgosesia, Annabel Fox, Pingouin, Schaefer, Colinette, Alice Starmore and other quality yarns, as well as books, knitting and crocheting accessories, kits, classes, and handknitted garments. We do mail order and special orders.
Wendy's Yarns FresnoAncient Pathways1294 N. Wishon Fresno, CA 93728 +1 (559) 264 1874 Owner: Margaret Smith email: info@ancientpathways.net Web: http://www.ancientpathways.net/ We carry many knitting yarns including Crystal Palace, Brown Sheep Co., Louet Gems, Ashland Bay Trading Co., Froelich, Muench, Ironstone and Sweet Grass Wools. We carry a large selection of sock yarns and double pointed needles including Noble, Crystal Palace, Brittany and the new Swallow Needles. Ancient Pathways is a full service spinning and weaving store and has classes in many fiber arts. We are open Tue-Sat 10am-5pm.
CaddCo Yarns 'n Things
Janna's Needle Art
The Royal Stitch Garden GroveAcorn Designs12833 Brookhurst Wy Garden Grove, CA 92641 Theresa Kiernan GardenaLet's Knit Yarn Shop16126 S. Western Ave. Gardena, CA 90247 +1 (310) 327 4514 Owner: Saeko Oyama Many cottons, lots of imports. Good magazine and pattern selection. Good crocheting cotton and patterns, too. Owner is very nice. Granada HillsBunka with Joani Yarn ShopGranada Hills, CA +1 (818) 366 3535 Grass ValleyFabrications120 W. Main St. Grass Valley, CA 95945-4705 +1 (916) 272 9003 Fibers 101 Bank Street Grass Valley, CA 95945 +1 (530) 272-9276 Owner: Allison Rapp Email: ARapp@aol.com Wide selection of natural fibers for knitters and spinners, including wool, locally grown alpaca, silk, cotton, tencel, rayon, soy, bamboo, corn, hemp, linen, mohair, many forms of chenille and natural fiber novelty yarns; some synthetic novelty yarns; kits, patterns, books and accessories; classes in spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting and embellishment;loom and spinning wheel rental; fiber arts gallery.
GualalaNorselander FiberartsP.O. Box 1263 Gualala, CA 95443 +1 (800) 373 1994 IdyllwildMary FultonP.O. Box 2036 Idyllwild, CA 92549 +1 (909) 659 9624 JacksonAlden AmosStudio-Gaustad/Amos 11178 Upper Previtali Rd Jackson, CA 95642
Lisa's Yarn Shop JulianKaja FiberArt2608 B Street in the "KO Corral" Julian, CA 92036-0867 +1 (760) 765-2399 Owner: Kaja Laustsen Email: KFiberArt@aol.com Specializes in hand dyed yarns. Original design knitting and crochet kits for everything from sweaters to scarfs and socks. Original jewelry, made to match sweater kits. One day classes and workshops. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11 - 5. Located in the historic district of Julian.
KensingtonDeep Color450 Colusa Ave. Kensington, CA 94707 +1 (510) 528-8734 Owner: Claudia Hoffberg and Josh Baxter Email: claudia@deepcolorstudio.com Web: http://www.deepcolorstudio.com We're a knitting and spinning store in the Berkeley / Kensington area. We feature Claudia Hoffberg's handspun and naturally plant dyed yarns, extensive classes in knitting, spinning and wet felt making. We sell knitting and spinning supplies, including needles, books, and a large variety of spinning fiber. We are also an Ashford, Louet, and Schacht spinning wheel dealer. Please see website for more information and store hours.
La JollaKnitting in La Jolla7863 Girard Avenue La Jolla, CA 92037 +1 (619) 456 4687 +1 (800) 956 KNIT fax: +1 (619) 456 4697 Owner: Suzanne Pineau Fine yarns, patterns, accessories, and instruction for hand knitting. Unique buttons, gifts, and gift certificates. Yarns include Classic Elite, Crystal Palace, Brown Sheep, Cascade, Tahki, Berroco, Unique Kolours, Jo Sharp, Annabel Fox, the New "Gourmet Collection" by Gloria Tracy and unique handpainted fibers by Schaefer Yarns. Store is upstairs in the complex of shops at the corner of Girard and Wall. Owner is very knowledgeable and friendly. A warm and inviting atmosphere for those interested in high quality and unusual yarns.
La MesaTwo Sisters and Ewe8239 La Mesa Blvd. La Mesa , CA 91941 +1 (619) 460-8103 Owner: Paula Tea & Jane Hajosy Unique and intimate gathering place for knitters of all levels. Project help and classes always available.
LafayetteBig Sky Studio961-C Moraga Road Lafayette, CA 94549 +1 (925) 284-1020 fax: +1 (925) 284-2624 Owner: Lisa Daniels Email: bigskys@pacbell.net Web: http://www.bigskystudio.com/ Big Sky Studio is a unique environment catering to the needs of the adventurous and creative knitter -- skill level not important. Lisa is a talented and enthusiastic instructor specializing in designing hand-knits for her clientele and yarn companies. The Studio stocks yarns and kits from companies such as Rowan, Prism, Tahki, Noro, Schaefer, Mountain Colors, Muench, and Lang. The website features directions, a monthly schedule, membership information, and kits, including some designed by Lisa Daniels. Also features popular yarn colorways.
Laguna BeachStrands and Stitches1516 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach, CA 92651 +1 (949) 497 5648 +1 (877) 497 5677 Owners: 5- Lisa, Cindy, Carol, Judy and Kelley email: Strandsandstitches@home.com Owned by several very knowlegable knitters with strong ties to the High Tide Purlers Laguna-based guild. Extensive yarn selection and good pattern books. Mail order welcome, expert finishing, open seven days. Buttons, custom design, repairs and special orders welcome. Ongoing drop-in workshops for knitting (Wed 1-3) and needlepoint (Mon 1-3). Laguna HillsYarn LadyOakbrook Village Suite M 24371 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills, CA 92653 +1 (949) 770 7809 +1 (888) 770 7809 fax: +1 (949) 496 2432 Owners: Duane and Gaby Monson Email: yarn@yarnlady.com World Wide Web: http://www.yarnlady.com Wide variety of color and texture. Acrylics, wool, cotton, cashmere, novelty yarns. Special orders and mail order available. New yarns added each season; semi-annual parking lot sale of discontinued yarns. Berrocco, Cascade, Classic Elite, Colinette, Ironstone, Judy & Co, King Cole, Missoni, Muench, Patons, Plymouth, Prism, Skacel, Stacey Charles, Tahki, Trendsetter, Unger. ADDI Turbo and Bamboo needles, Clover, and Susan Bates needles, circular and straight needle cases, knitting bags and stands, hundreds of pattern leaflets and books and a large selection of buttons. On-going classes 6 days a week for knitting and crocheting, as well as periodic special workshops. Custom designing and expert repair and finishing services. Lake ForestOne Fine YarnPO Box 165; 25422 Trabuco Road Lake Forest, CA 92630 Owner: Rita Kory Email: onefineyarn@home.com Web: http://www.onefineyarn.com We specialize in bringing you the best possible deals on natural fiber yarns (wool, cotton, silk, alpaca) by offering discontinued and specially priced products as well as regular lines. Mailorder.
LodiFine Threads514 West Lockeford Street Lodi, CA 95240 +1 (209) 333-7000 Owner: Jeanetta Polenske Email: info@finethread.com We carry a wide variety of yarns, needles, books and patterns. Our staff is helpful and can assist with knitting and crochet projects. We also offer classes.
LompocNina's Yarns & More800 E. Ocean Ave. Lompoc, CA 93436 Knitting, crochet. Long BeachAlamitos Bay Yarn Company174 Marina Drive Long Beach, CA 90803 +1 (562) 799-8484 Owner: Cindy Loeffler Email: cindy@yarncompany.com Web: http://www.yarncompany.com Everything from the unique colorways of K1C2 and hand-dyed yarns of Prism and Colinette to the chunky, high-fashion yarns, wonderful wools and cool cottons of Rowan, Stacy Charles, Berroco, anny blatt, Tahki, Classic Elite, Euro and others. Whether you are looking for the dazzle of Trendsetter’s one-of-a-kind yarns or the incredible colors of Dale of Norway’s baby wool... it’s here. We also carry kits, accessories and a wide selection of buttons. We offer day and evening classes… beginners’ knitting and crocheting, specialty classes and drop-in help with master knitter and designer Ginger Smith. Please call for more information. Lovely waterside location.
Knitropolis
Los AltosUncommon Threads Yarn293 State Street Los Altos, CA 94022 +1 (650) 941-1815 Web: http://www.uncommonthreadsyarn.com Uncommon Threads is a full service knitting shop for all of your knitting and crocheting needs. We feature yarns by Rowan, Jamieson, Lana Grossa, Noro, Sirdar, Encore, Classic Elite, Debbie Bliss, Dale of Norway, Trendsetter, Muench, Berroco, Koigu, and more, as well as a wide selection of books, patterns, knit kits and accessories. We offer classes for beginner through advanced knitters and a friendly, knowledgeable staff to assist you with your projects. We are centrally located in downtown Los Altos, California since 1986.
Los AngelesThe Black Sheep Knitterie6324 Yucca Street Los Angeles, CA 90028 +1 (323) 464-2253 +1 (877) LA-KNITS fax: +1 (323) 4606088 Owner: Kristal Moffett We carry the full line of Debbie Bliss, Noro, Rowan, Anny Blatt, Colinette, Alchemy, Bouton, Fiesta, Koigu, Manos, Blue Sky, KFI, Madil, Jaegar, Rowan, Louet, Filature, Gedifira, Stacey Charles, Lana Grossa, GGH, Schaffer, Crystal Palace, Karabella, Joseph Galler, and many more. We try to carry lost of small hand spun and hand dyed yarns. We are always getting in new yarns, and have a huge selection of needles and accesories.
Dawn's Discount Lace II
Foxyknits/California Koigu Connection
Knit Cafe
That Yarn Store in Eagle Rock
Los GatosYarndogsOwner: Deborah Panighetti 326 Village Lane Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 399-1909 (voice) (408) 399-1901 (fax) Email: yarndogs@verizon.net Web: http://www.yarndogs.com Yarndogs is a bright, comfortable shop filled with yarn and people who love to create with it. It's a place not only to buy yarn, but also to connect with others who share your passion for it. We carry a wide selection of yarns -- familiar ones that you already love, as well as some harder-to-find yarns that you may not have tried yet. You're welcome to sit a while and test-drive our yarns to see how they work for you. There's a great selection of books, patterns and accessories, and hand-dyed extra-fine merino roving in fabulous colors. We have a variety of classes for beginning, intermediate and advanced knitters and crocheters, and for adults and kids. Yarndogs also offers private lessons, "Knitting ER" to help you with emergencies, and will knit to order for you. Our beautiful, quiet courtyard and comfortable indoor chairs are perfect for knitters to hang out and knit or crochet anytime they like, so bring your projects in and take advantage of the beautiful setting and ambiance. Our friendly, experienced staff is always ready to help with advice, encouragement and technical help. The shop is wheelchair-accessible, and children and dogs are welcome.
MarkleevilleWild Wools Fiber GalleryBox 282 7 Montgomery Street Markleeville, CA 96120 +1 (530) 694 0045 Owner: Deirdre Wallace email: wildwools@gbis.com Many older yarns and pattern books left from when I had the store in the 80's and 90's - will be carrying Brown Sheep, Green Mt Spinnery, local handspun and handdyed and whatever else develops. Also do finishing, designing, repairs and mail order. MartinezPeaches Yarns +614 Estidillo St. Martinez, CA 94553 +1 (925) 228-7676 Owner: (Peaches) Evelyn Vanni We sell many accessories and fine mid-priced yarns in a variety of styles and colors. We are always willing to help if we can and will do our best to to meet your needs.Our store has friendly service and can help locate yarn in different areas if we cannot provide you with what you need. We are open every day except Sundays and open at 10'oclock on weekdays and 11'oclock on Saturdays. We close at 4'oclock except on Mondays we close at 9'oclock.Please come down and look at our beautiful variety of yarns!
Mill ValleyAnn Norling, Inc.PO Box 1440 Mill Valley, CA 94942 Source for fruit cap pattern (it's pattern #10).
The Yarn Collection
MontereyA Stitch in Time631 C Cass St. Monterey, CA 93940 +1 (408) 645 9999 Morgan HillContinental Stitch17490 S. Monterey Rd. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 +1 (408) 779 5885 Owner: Shirley Todd email: cstitch@allover.com World Wide Web: http://www.stitching.com/continentalstitch We have recently added a Web site. Our store has an extensive supply of yarns for knitting, crochet and needlepoint. Classes are available two days a week for knitting and crochet classes can be arranged with your schedule. We also carry all your supplies for cross stitch. Please visit our site for mail-in ordering instructions. Mountain ViewCustom Handweavers2239 Old Middlefield Way #H Mountain View, CA 94043 +1 (650) 967 0831 fax: +1 (650) 967 1008 Owner: Hannelore Cole email: webemit@worldnet.att.net Classes and supplies available for hand knitting, crochet, weaving and spinning. A nice selection of unusual yarns for the knitter or weaver as well as magazines, books and tools. The shop has moved to Mountain View from Menlo Park. OaklandArticle Pract5010 Telegraph Avenue Oakland, CA 94608 +1 (510) 652-7435 Owner: Christina Stork Web: http://www.articlepract.com Features yarn from basic to fun to funky, including a wide selection from the likes of Rowan, Crystal Palace, GGH, and more. Lots of other knitting-related goodies - unique knitting bags, books, and patterns. A friendly knitting store for the creative knitter.
OceansideNoble Knits1824-B Oceanside Blvd Oceanside, CA 92054
Pacific GroveMonarch Knitting & Quilts529 Central Ave., Ste. 3 Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Owner: Joan Williams +1 (831) 647 9276 +1 (888) 575 9276 email: joan@monarchknitting.com World Wide Web: http://www.monarchknitting.com Yarns from Brown Sheep, Plymouth, Steinbach Wolle, Te Awa, Sirdar, Lane Borgosesia and much more. Inox, Brittany and Swallow needles. Classes, books, patterns and accessories. An exclusive "Perfect Fit Forever" custom sweater pattern program. Finished and custom quilts - all hand quilted. Open 10 to 5:30, Sunday Noon to 4. Close Tuesday. A short distance from the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Pacific PalisadesSTITCH AND ROW15200 Sunset Blvd., Suite 111 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 +1 (310) 230-9902 fax: +1 (310) 230-7478 Owner: Laura Hranchak Email: stitchandrow@aol.com Hours Mon,Tue,Wed,Fri 10-7, Thur & Sat 10-6 Yarn, Buttons, Handles, Supplies, Finishing, Patterns, Design and Lessons. Come in to shop or knit.
Palm DesertYarn Boutique73-707 Hwy 111 Palm Desert, CA 92260 +1 (760) 340 3081 Owner: Linda Springer email: PDYRNBTQ@aol.com World Wide Web: http://members.aol.com/PDYRNBTQ/index.html We carry Adrienne Vittadini, Missoni, Trendsetter, Muench, Knitting Fever, Classic Elite, Ironstone, Tahki, Unique Kolours Berroco and many more. Our children's department is very popular because of our different designs. Our inventory also includes unique buttons, all the latest books and our own designs. We love to mail.
The Yarn Co. Palo CedroPersonally Yours9384 Deschutes Road Suite C Palo Cedro, CA 96073 +1 (530) 547-3273 Owner: Carol Brocco Email: prsyrs@c-zone.net Featuring Brown Sheep yarns, sock yarns and accessories. Knitting lessons given monthly beginning in October. Email us for more information.
PasadenaElegance Designer Yarns1039 East Green Street Pasadena, CA 91106 +1 (626) 792 2404 +1 (800) 600 9698 fax: +1 (626) 792 8891 Owner: Ashley email: eleganceyarn@edy.org World Wide Web: http://www.edy.org Designer yarns: Rowan, Adrienne Vittadini, Trendsetter, Missoni, and others. We also feature art through The Ragtime Art Gallery.
Skein
PetalumaKnitterly260 Petaluma Blvd North Petaluma CA 94952 707 762 YARN (9276) Hours Mon-Fri 10 - 6, Sat 10 - 5, Sun 12 - 4 Come enjoy our tremendous selection and warm ambiance! We have over 2500 square feet of great yarns from such companies as GGH, Prism, Alchemy, Karabella, and Blue Sky Aplaca. We feature the best yarns in the industry as well as the finest customer service. Web: http://www.knitterly.net
Philato - a yarn and knitting shop
PlacervilleBrittany Company3461 Big Cut Road Placerville, CA 95667 +1 (916) 626 3835 Crafters' aids and tools, hand knitting, black walnut knitting needles.
Lofty Lou's PowayAntique Yarn Shoppe12939 Pomerado Road Poway, CA 92064 +1 (619) 748 4586 Owner: Lee Straley Regular hours: Tuesday - Friday noon to 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays. Summer hours (through August) are shorter but call as owner is willing to open earlier or stay later with notice. QuincyThe WoolroomP.O. Box 353 Quincy, CA 95971 Owner: Medrith Glover +1 (530) 283 0648 Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10-6; Saturdays, 10-4. Carries the full line of Jamieson & Smith Yarns, in more than 150 colors. Medrith accepts mail order. Include a SASE for information on how to receive regular mailings. She also offers classes and the annual Knitters' Retreat. ReddingBusy Fingers1067 Pine Street Redding, CA 96001 +1 (530) 242 1778 Owner: Pat Ackerman email: pata1@jett.net World Wide Web: http://www.busy-fingers.com/ By appointment only or by email. American distributor of Belle Vallée wool yarns from Canada. Email for color card and information. Also Brittany, Clover, Takumi knitting needles and crochet hooks.
Mad About Ewe
RedlandsThe Enchanted Unicorn415 Tennessee St., Suites E & F Redlands, CA 92373 +1 (909) 792-2046 fax: +1 (909) 792-2645 Owner: Joyce Wiest Email: unicorn@dreamsoft.com Web: http://www.enchantedunicorn.com We stock many different brands of yarn, oodles of accessories for knitting/crocheting, patterns, books. We take online orders through Email address. We also sell needlepoint, cross stitch, collectible teddy bears.
Redondo BeachL'Atelier1714 1/2 S. Catalina Redondo Beach, CA 90277 +1 (310) 540 4440 Redwood CityAmazing Yarns2559 Woodland Place Redwood City, CA 94062 +1 (650) 306 9218 fax: +1 (650) 306 9218 Owner: Ed and Andrea email: amazing5@ix.netcom.com World Wide Web: http://www2.netcom.com/~amazing5/yarns.html Yarn and fabric studio. Traditional yarns such as Brown Sheep, Dale of Norway, Crystal Palace, Patons and Mountain Colors. Specializing in hand painted, original yarns, original designs, custom fit designs and unusual yarns. Call for directions to shop. RiversideStraw into GoldRichmond, CA 94804 World Wide Web: http://www.straw.com/ Straw into Gold is no longer in Berkeley on San Pablo neither is it a retail operation. Mailorder retail. Wholesale Crystal Palace yarns. RiversideCozy Corner Yarn ShoppeCanyon Crest Town Center Riverside, CA 92507 +1 (909) 684 3831 Owner: Wasako Fenex Wide selection of patterns. Mail order. Carries Berroco, Paton, Anny Blatt, JCA, Dale of Norway. Beautiful handknit sweaters for sale.
Designer Hand Knits
Knit 'n Stitch Rohnert ParkElf Hand Knitwerks5979 Commerce Blvd Rohnert Park, CA 94928 +1 (707) 584-8635 Owner: Juliette Babcock Web: http://www.sonic.net/jujubee Wide selection of yarns for the hand and machine knitter and crocheter, and threads and weave-ins for spinners and weavers. Wide range of knitting supplies and patterns. Check out our website to see what's new,for information on our hours and classes, and directions to our new location.
Rolling Hills Est.Concepts in Yarn & Needlepoint627 Silver Spur Road Rolling Hills Est., CA 90274 +1 (310) 265 6694 fax: +1 (310) 265 6696 Owner: June Grossberg email: jfpv91a@Prodigy.com A large supply of yarns and needlepoint supplies. Classes in knitting, crochet, and needlepoint. New location as of 1 September, 95. In business 12 years. SacramentoNancie Knits3214 Riverside Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95818 +1 (916) 443 6238 or +1 (800) 867 2074 Owner: Nancie Wiseman Knitting store and mail order. Knitting videos. Owner teaches and lectures throughout US, and designs sweaters for yarn companies and magazines.
Rumpelstiltskin,
Samuel-Charis Knits St. HelenaCreative Needle1210 Main St St. Helena, CA 94574 +1 (707) 9637533 fax: +1 (707) 9638739 Owner: Nancy Murphy Email: creativeneedle@msn.com My store carries Plymouth, Jaegar, Cascade, Crystal Palace amoung others. I have a large selection of Bamboo Needles from Plymouth, Clover and Crystal Palace. Straights, Circulars and Double Points. Also Bryspun, Inox and Susan Bates. Special orders are welcomed and shipping is free on orders over $100. Many leaflet patterns old and new. Pattern books also available.
San AndreasCalifornia Cashmere CompanyP O Box 1030 San Andreas, CA 95249 +1 (209) 754-5751 fax: +1 (209) 754-1044 Owner: Talibah Al-Rafiq Email: info@calcashmere.com Web: http://www.calcashmere.com We offer Cashmere: Cashmere Yarn, Spinning Fiber, Gift Ideas, Tours of Large Cashmere Producing Farm and Speakers for your special event. Visit our website to "Experience Cashmere".
San BrunoYarn CraftersSan Bruno, CA +1 (415) 871 6540 Mail order available. San CarlosCreative HandsEl Camino Rd. San Carlos, CA +1 (650) 591 0588
San DiegoThe Grove3010 Juniper San Diego, CA 92104 Corner of 30th and Juniper. Besides basic name brand yarns, also carries books, jewelry, antiques, and Lantern Moon accessories (purses, sheep rugs, etc).
Needlecraft Cottage
Needleworks
Nest Boutique
San FranciscoArtfibers Gallery124 Sutter St. Second Floor San Francisco, CA 94104 +1 (415) 956 6319 +1 (888) 326 1112 fax: +1 (415) 421 1734 Owners: Nyle and Roxanne Seabright email: yarn@artfibers.com World Wide Web: http://www.artfibers.com Artfibers is a discount importer of fashion, exotic, and luxury yarns. We buy direct from mills that produce for top fashion designers, and sell direct to you at significant savings. From angora to yak, we have an extensive inventory, some of it available only from us. Our store is open from 10am to 6pm seven days per week, and offers free swatching and patterns to our customers. We're located in the center of San Francisco, near Union Square, Chinatown, the Museum of Modern Art, and of course, the cable cars. Special educational events take place most Sunday afternoons in our Design Center.
Atelier for Yarn
Cottage Yarns
Greenwich Yarn
ImagiKnit
Urban Knitting Studio
San JoseArtistic Designs3315 San Felipe Road, Suite 14 San Jose, CA 95135 +1 (800) 347 2756 Knitting accessory cases, mail order, 8am-5pm PST.
Knitting Magic
The Knitting Room
The Yarn Studio San LeandroCreative Accents109 Pelton Center Way San Leandro, CA 94577 +1 (510) 351 5760 Owner: Gail Tanquary
Machine Knitting Emporium San MarcosYarning for You1001 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA 92069
San RafaelDharma Trading Co.1604 4th Street San Rafael, CA 94915 +1 (415) 456 1211 Web: http://www.dharmatrading.com/
Santa AnaUrsula's Yarn Boutique2441 N. Tustin Ave. # D Santa Ana, CA 92705 +1 (714) 834 1908 fax: +1 (714) 832 9224 Owner: Ursula Vreeland Email: uschi008@aol.com international yarns, patterns and handknitted sweaters, orders by mail possible
Santa BarbaraBB's Knits3030 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105 +1 (805) 569-0531 Owner: Barbara Kervin Email: bbsknits@aol.com Web: http://bbsknits.com We offer a wide variety of yarns featuring-Adrienne Vitadinni, Debbie Bliss, Jo Sharp, Noro, Trendsetters, K1C2,Katia and soon Rowan yarns in 2003. Classes are offered daily with workshops being added soon. We offer service through the Internet and mail order. BB's Knits hours Tues - Fri 10am -5:30pm Saturday 10am - 5pm
Ginny Norris
In Stitches
The Santa Barbara Knitting Studio Santa CruzThe Golden Fleece303 Potrero Ave Santa Cruz, CA +1 (408) 426 1425 Submitter reports that owner is VERY friendly and knits continental-style - and is very willing to answer questions about pattern transfer etc. (Continental stiches twist the opposite way from English stitches.) It is a tiny store but has a nice selection of wools, with some sock and fingering yarn. They also have a lot of books and equipment. Santa MonicaL'AtelierSanta Monica, CA +1 (800) 833 6133 Designer yarns.
Knit Knacks Plus
WildFiber
Yarns Unlimited Santa RosaRoyale Hare946 Lodi St. Santa Rosa, CA 95401 +1 (707) 579-2344 fax: +1 (707) 546-6928 Owner: Karen Emrey Email: royalehare@aol.com Web: http://www.royalehare.com Knitting studio, hours by appointment. Or at Santa Rosa Farmers Market, Sat. & Wed. 8:30-noon year round - located on the east side of the Veteran's Building, directly across from the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Hand-painted yarns and fibers for spinning, felting, craft making. Books, needles, accessories, lessons.
SaratogaThe Braid Box14567 Big Basin Way Saratoga, CA +1 (408) 867 6564 SebastopolKnitting Workshop117 S Main Street Sebastopol, CA 95472 +1 (707) 827-0699 Owner: Sandi Rosner Email: sr041091@aol.com Open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 to 6:00. We are a full service shop dedicated to knitters and crocheters. We stock a wide range of yarns from basics to fancy novelties, from manufacturers such as K1C2, Noro, Lorna's Laces, Regia, Brown Sheep, Sirdar, OnLine, Gedifra, Mondial, Classic Elite and more. Patterns, books and a wide variety of classes are available.
Sherman OaksThe Knot Garden4526 Saugus Ave. Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 +1 (818) 986 6642 Owner: Marilyn Alter Ironstone, Annie Blatt, Tahki, Missoni, Crystal Palace, etc. A nice selection of yarns (cottons, wools, mohairs, specialty) as well as needlepoint canvases and threads. Knitting and crochet instruction; classes each quarter. Quarterly newsletter and mailing list.
Needleworld SolvangRasmussen's1697 Copenhagen Dr. Solvang, CA 93463 +1 (805) 688 6636 Yarns, patterns for knitting, crochet, and various types of embroidery. Department store downstairs. Very friendly, helpful staff.
Village Spinning & Weaving Shop
SonomaTextura Trading CompanySonoma, CA 95476 +1 (707) 939 8420 +1 (877) 839 8872 fax: +1 (707) 939 1849 Owner: Magdalene Aulik email: magdalene@texturatrading.com World Wide Web: http://www.texturatrading.com/ We are a mail-order business offering traditional and innovative yarns to handweavers and textile artists. We specialize in Tencel, hemp and unique blends. South Lake TahoeThe Wool Tree3119 Harrison Ave So. Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 +1 (530) 542 3947 fax: +1 (530) 542 3947 Owner: Lorita Krajewski email: TheWoolTr@aol.com Natural fibers, and imported yarns. Full selection of crochet and knitting accessories. Needlepoint and cross-stitch kits available. South PasadenaMariposa634 Mission Street South Pasadena, CA 91030 +1 (818) 441 4236 Owner: Leah Stachow Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5:30 Recently moved from Pasadena to larger store with better parking. Friendly atmosphere, helpful personnel. Knitting clinics available to help with problems. Specializing in natural fibers. On-the-spot help and troubleshooting. Great collection of needlepoint fibers and canvases. Studio CityLa Knitterie Parisienne12642-44 Ventura Boulevard Studio City, CA 91604 +1 (818) 766 1515 Owner: Merrill & Edith Just opened, this store has one of the greatest selections of yarn seen in a long time. They carry the full line of Anny Blatt as well as all the other well-known, designer yarns. Mail order is available by calling 1-800-2-Buy-Yarn. Expert advice and friendly service. Tahoe CityKnitting Basket at Lake Tahoe3100 Cedarwood Dr Tahoe City, CA 96145 +1 (530) 581 5648 +1 (800) 252 YARN fax: +1 (530) 583 2522 Owner: Irene York Email: knitting@sierra.net Web: http://www.knittingbasket.com The Knitting Basket features exclusive and exquisite imported yarns as well as domestic yarns, books and accessories. The Knitting Basket is best known for its exclusive patterns and kits created by owner/designer, Irene York. The knowledgeable staff is anxious to assist on the toll free 800#. Mail order is a specialty. Visit our homepage for latest creations and promotions. Open 7 days a week. TehachapiThe Knit Shop20406 Brian Way, #4A Tehachapi, CA 93561 +1 (661) 822-1001 fax: +1 (661) 823-8819 Owner: Patti Sue Titus Email: pattisue@theknitshop.net Great yarn. Knitting/crochet supplies. Specialty gift items. Knitting/crochet classes. Just a nice place to be... Shop hours are: Tue-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-6
Thousand OaksEva's Needlework1321 East Thousand Oaks Blvd. Thousand Oaks, CA +1 (805) 379 0722 TorranceConcepts in Yarn2941 Rolling Hills Road Torrance, CA 91505 +1 (213) 373 5818
TruckeeJimmy Beans Wool10065 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161 +1 (530) 582-9530 +1 (877) 532-3891 Owner: Laura Zander Email: info@jimmybeanswool.com Web: http://www.jimmybeanswool.com Jimmy Beans Wool offers a wide variety of yarn, needles, patterns, kits, books and accessories from a variety of manufacturers including Rowan, Cascade, Knitting at Knoon, Anny Blatt, Blue Sky Alpacas, Lornas Laces, Debbie Bliss and many more!
UkiahHeidi's Yarn Haven180 South School St. Ukiah, CA 95482 +1 (707) 462 0544 Valley VillageStitch CaféValley Village/North Hollywood CA 12443 Magnolia, Valley Village CA 91607 (818) 980-1234. Web: http://www.stitchcafe.com
Van NuysA-Major-Knitwork6746 Balboa Boulevard Van Nuys, CA 91406 +1 (818) 787 2659 Owners: Debra L. Cooper, Jaffe and Sylvia Cooper Full service shop for hand-knitting supplies. Quality yarns, books, accessories. Large selection of buttons. Custom charting and finishing services. Walnut CreekFashion Knit1538 Newell Ave Walnut Creek CA 94596 925 943 3994 owner: Jeanine Johnson Web: http://www.fashionknit.net
WildomarSouth Forty Farms34184 Quail Creek Lane Wildomar, CA 92595 +1 (909) 471 2992 Owner: Georgia Thomas We offer mohair roving and yarns (some mohair/wool blend also), as well as many other mohair, fiber, and leather products. (We are a mail order company - mail or phone inquiries please.)
WoodlandYolo Wool ProductsRoute 3, Box 171D-4 Woodland, CA 95695 +1 (916) 666 1473 Feltmaking, hand knitting, quilting, spinning. $2 for set of samples. email: Jane@yolowoolmill.com Web: http://www.yolowoolmill.com/
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