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Albany

Connie's Creations
110 Euclid Avenue,
Albany, NY 12203,
518.438.1184
Email: Connie438@msn.com
Chemical free yarns from Rambouillet sheep and angora goats. Hand painted, handspun yarns. Unique, one of a kind, plied novelty skeins. Kits and antique buttons. Wide range of imported and domestic yarns. Denise Needles. Knitting and spinning instruction.

The Periwinkle Sheep
540 Delaware Ave
Albany, NY 12209
+1 (518) 449-1117
Owner: Karin Maag-Tanchak
yarn retail store; stocks BartlettYarns, Berroco, Brown Sheep, Crystal Palace, Mountain Colors, Great Adirondack, Reynolds, Heirloom, Noro, Debbie Bliss, Manos del Uruguay, Cascade, Rowan, Jaeger, Sirdar, Wendy, Inox, Brittany, Addi, Elizabeth Austen/Elsebeth Lavold, Schaefer, Steadfast Fibers. Knitting and Crochet Classes.

Alden

The Speckled Hen
13313 Broadway St
Alden, NY 14004
+1 (716) 937-0015
email: thespeckledhen@verizon.net
This quaint Western NY store features a varied selection of quality yarns in price, color and type, along with books, patterns and needles. Quality fancy and cotton quilting fabric, threads, beads, embellishments, cross stitch supplies, books and patterns. Candles, bath products, novels, gift items and hand-made items all available in a comfortable atmosphere. Hours: Tues 10-7, Weds-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-4 Closed Sun & Mon Classes available Weds & Thurs

Amityville

Knitworks/Weaveworks
174 Park Avenue
Amityville, NY 11701
+1 (516) 264 1304

Amsterdam

Woodside Fiber Arts LLC
4946 Consaul Road
Amsterdam, NY 12010
+1 (518) 399 7991
fax: +1 (518) 399 7991
Owner: Kendra B. Curtis
email: KBCurtis@pop.net
Everything for the modern or traditional weaver. Raw & spun natural fibers, synthetics, wheels, looms, and loads of spare parts. Call for appt. Now part of a 200 acre llama and alpaca farm. Tours too!

Astoria

D&R Fabric and Yarn Center
36-04 Ditmars Blvd.
Astoria, NY 11105
+1 (718) 777 0182
Owner: David Bohbot
email: Bobotics@aol.com
Full line of domestic and imported yarn; books and patterns for crocheting and knitting; needlepoint kits; canvas plastic kits; hook rugs; craft and hobby supplies.

Baldwin

Knit-Pic Yarn Shop
97 Merrick Road
Baldwin, NY
+1 (516) 623 8400

Bayside

Knitwits
3516 Bell Boulevard,
Bayside, NY
+1 (718) 229 0156
High-end yarns, including Missoni and Adrienne Vittadini.

Bedford Hills

Lee's Yarn Center
733 N. Bedford Road
Bedford Hills, NY 10507
(914) 244-3400
email: Leesyarn@aol.com
World Wide Web: http://www.leesyarn.com

Binghamton

Spin A Yarn
9 Mitchell Ave.
Binghamton, NY 13903
+1 (607) 722 3318
fax: +1 (607) 722-9388
Owner: Nancy R. Hopf
email: info@spinayarn2knit.com
World Wide Web: http://www.spinayarn2knit.com
Knitting and spinning supplies. Custom knitting and instruction. Reynolds, Ironstone, Classic Elite, Crystal Palace, Sirdar, Schaffer, Plymouth yarns; Inox needles; Ashford spinning wheels; Gaywool fibers and dyes; books and magazines.

Bloomingdale

Marzipan & Company
RR. #1 Box 37E
Bloomingdale, NY 12913
+1 (518) 891 0918
Owner: Diana Fortune
email: mcampion@northnet.org
Mail order kits featuring animals of the Adirondack Mountains: moose, deer, bear, fox, loon, snowy owl, rainbow trout, blue heron. Sweaters can be crew neck, polo neck or cardigan jacket with collar. All are 4-ply, 100% worsted wool. Further information available on request.

Brooklyn

Knit-A-Way
398 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
+1 (718) 797-3305
Owner: Seeta
email: knitaway398@aol.com
World Wide Web: http://www.knitaway.com
This spacious location provides a tremendous selection of yarns, needles, notions, videos, computer programs, patterns, classes, books and patterns.

THE KNITTING SALON
Brooklyn, NY
email: prophet@the72.com
World Wide Web: http://theknittingsalon.com/
Couture Knitting, Custom work by appointment only.

Roxy Yarns
1310 Coney Island Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11230
+1 (718) 338-6104
Owner: Roxy
email: info@roxyyarns.com
World Wide Web: http://www.roxyyarns.com
Noro, Plymouth, Muench, Cascade, BaaBaJoes, Sirdar, Dale of Norway, Bernat, Patons and more as well as wool and 2/24 acrylic on cones for machine knitters. We now also offer Classes, Instruction for Knitting and Crochet as well as professional finishing. Additional brands include: Sandnes Garn, Plassard Yarns, Debbie Bliss, Lana Grossa, DMC, Sirdar, King Cole.

The Yarn Tree, a fiber arts studio & store
347 Bedford Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11211
+1 (718) 384-8030
Owner: Linda LaBelle
email: linda@theyarntree.com
World Wide Web: http://www.theyarntree.com
The Yarn Tree is a fiber arts studio and store located in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn. Classes are offered in knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning, felting, and natural dyeing. We sell all the tools and accessories you will need, as well as fibers for spinning and felting. We are dealers for Ashford, Kromski and Schacht. Knitters, crocheters and weavers will find an array of hand-dyed yarns and even organic yarns in both cotton & merino wool. We specialize in natural fibers and work with small spinnerys ( The Green Mountain Spinnery, Harrisville Designs and Fingerlakes Woolen Mill) and hand dyers (Capistrano Fibers Arts, Chasing Rainbows and Fleece Artist) to bring you the most beautiful yarns. We also dye yarns for the shop with natural dyes. We ship worldwide!

Buffalo

Elmwood Yarn Shop
1639 Hertel Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
+1 (716) 834 7580
Owner: Rebecca Lennox
email: RebeccaLennox@ibm.net
World Wide Web: http://www.elmwoodyarnshop.com
Large selection of yarns, patterns, custom knitting, instructions and classes available.

Chautauqua

The Summer Gallery at Chautauqua
15 Ramble Ave.
Chautauqua, NY 14722
+1 (716) 357-2500
fax: +1 (716) 357-2515
Owner: Eileen Petre
email: eileen@petre.com
World Wide Web: http://www.summergallery.com
A gallery of fiber arts, fine and decorative arts on the grounds of the historic Chautauqua Institution, carrying a wide range of quality yarns and supplies for knitters and needlepointers including handpainted yarns and hand painted canvases.

Chatham

The Warm Ewe
31 Main St.
Chatham, NY 12037
+1 (518) 392 2929
email: lcbulson@taconic.net
World Wide Web: http://www.warmewe.com

Cohoes

BeauKnits Ltd.
182 Remsen St.
Cohoes, NY 12047-1708
+1 (518) 238-1465
Owner: Barbara Hildreth
email: Barbarahildreth@hotmail.com
World Wide Web: http://www.beauknitsltd.com

Cold Spring

Knittingsmith
35 Chestnut Street
Cold Spring, NY 10516
+1 (845) 265-6566
Owner: Penelope Smith
email: knittingsmithinc@hotmail.com
10:00-6:00 Tues., Wed., Thurs. 12-8 Fri.; 10-4 Sat. Lovely selection of yarn in a bright space. Very nice and helpful owner.

Commack

Fabric and Home Bonanza
5074 Jericho Turnpike
Commack, NY 11725
+1 (631) 543-1991
email: info@fabricandhomebonanza.com
World Wide Web: http://www.fabricandhomebonanza.com
YARN, YARN, YARN! Wide range of yarn, books and accessories for the traditional to modern needleworker. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Wide range of fun filled classes offered to the beginner to advanced needleworker. Special yarn sales offered throughout the year. A unique store where you will also find DMC, Aida cloth, latchhook, fabric, crafts, seasonal decor, home decor, notions and florals. Custom home decorators on hand to help you design and decorate your home. See our website for classes, store hours, promotions and more. Open 7 days a week. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and personal checks welcome.

Wild & Woolly Wools
Commack, New York
Web: Wildandwoollywools@verizon.net
Owner: Shoshana Silberstein
I carry a lot of hand dyed and organic yarns as well as the classics.

Copiague

Dotty's Yarn
1285 Montauk Highway
Copiague, NY 11726
(631) 957-9276

Cutchogue

North Fork Stitches, Ltd.
28145 Main Road
P. O. Box 1049
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-765-6730
Owner: Phyllis Kenny
email: pkenny@northforkstitches.com
World Wide Web: http://www.northforkstitches.com
Dale of Norway, Plymouth, Brown Sheep, Berroco, Schaefer, Baabajoes,Unique Colors and Crystal Palace North Fork Stitches, Ltd.

Douglaston

Fabric and Home Bonanza
249-26 Horace Harding Expressway
Douglaston, NY 11362
+1 (718) 631-4326
email: info@fabricandhomebonanza.com
World Wide Web: http://www.fabricandhomebonanza.com
YARN, YARN, YARN! Wide range of yarn, books and accessories for the traditional to modern needleworker. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Wide range of fun filled classes offered to the beginner to advanced needleworker. Special yarn sales offered throughout the year. A unique store where you will also find the latest needlework kits, DMC, Aida cloth, latchhook, fabric, crafts, seasonal decor, home decor, notions and florals. Custom home decorators on hand to help you design and decorate your home. See our website for classes, store hours, promotions and more. Open 7 days a week. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and personal checks welcome.

East Aurora

The Woolly Lamb
712 Main Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
+1 (716) 655 1911

East Hampton

Knitlove
42 Gingerbread Lane
East Hampton, NY 11937
+1 (516) 329 0700
fax: +1 (516) 329 6607
Owner: Nancy Winarick

East Syracuse

The Knitting Connection
3056 Burnet Avenue Suite 9,
Syracuse, NY 13206
(315) 437-7313
Owner: Judy Prieto
Judy is always available during store hours to help you with your projects.

Elmira Heights

The Knitting Knook
1777 Grand Central Ave.
Elmira Heights, NY 14903
+1 (607) 735 5668
Owner: Marie Polovick
Mail order available. Yarns by breed (such as Blue-Faced Leicester, Perendale, Wensleydale). Wendy, Brown Sheep and Tahki yarns. Susan Bates needles. Lots of neat accessories. Oat Couture, Wendy, Berrocco, Stahl and Fiber Trends patterns. Hours: Monday - Friday 10 - 7, Saturday 10 - 3.

Endicott

Cornucopia Yarns
46 Washington Ave.
Endicott, NY 13760
+1 (607) 748 3860

Fort Plain

see Galway

Frankfort

Yarns and Gifts
4435 State Route 5
Frankfort, NY 13340
+1 (315) 895-7834
Owner: Sharon Pizer
email: yandg44@hotmail.com
World Wide Web: http://www.yarnsandgifts.com
I sell the full line of Patons Canadiana, Astra, and Baby yarn with special ordering for all other Patons and bernat yarns.

Galway

Simtex Yarns, Inc.
2254 Galway Road,
Galway, NY 12074
+1 (518) 882 5200

Garden City

Garden City Stitches
Garden City Stitches
725 Franklin Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
+1 (516) 739-5648
+1 (888) 776-2340
fax: +1 (516) 739-3757
Owner: Katherine Dieterich
email: customercare@gardencitystitches.com
World Wide Web: http://www.gardencitystitches.com
Centrally located on Long Island, this complete resource for knitting and needlework has been stocking fine yarns and needlework supplies since 1993. Stockist of yarns from Rowan, Jaeger, Debbie Bliss, Katia, and others too numerous to list as well as thousands of hand-painted needlepoint canvases, needlework kits, patterns, books and fibers. We also offer the complete line of Vera Bradley bags and accessories. Classes and finishing are available. Call 24 hrs a day to hear current hours. Free Village parking lot in rear of shop.

Geneva

The Yarn Shop of Geneva
513 Exchange Street
Geneva, NY 14456
+1 (315) 789-7211
Owner: Kathy DeMaria
We carry everything to meet your knitting needs.

Genoa

Fingerlakes Woolen Mill
1193 Stewarts' Corners Rd.
Genoa, NY 13071
+1 (800) 441 9665
fax: +1 (315) 497 3620
email: yarn@fingerlakes-yarns.com
World Wide Web: http://www.fingerlakes-yarns.com
Manufacturer of wool, wool/angora & wool/silk yarns; Fingerlakes yarns & kits (sweaters, fulled socks, mittens & tams, hats, stockings etc.) are available through knitting & weaving stores. Samples of all yarns including unspun pencil rovings are $4.00.

Glen Cove

Wool Design Studio
44 Seacliff Avenue
Glen Cove, NY 11542
+1 (516) 609 3208
fax: +1 (516) 609 3209
Owner: Bobbie Groome
Formerly the Wool Shop of Locust Valley, NY.

Great Neck

The Open Door to Stitchery
87A Middle Neck Road
Great Neck, NY 11021
+1 (516) 487 9442

Greenfield Center

General Bailey Homestead Farm
340 Spier Falls Road
Greenfield Center, NY 12833-2005
+1 (518) 893 2015
+1 (877) 471 9665
fax: +1 (518) 893 0778
Owner: Kathy Bourgeois
email: kathy-gbhf@msn.com
World Wide Web: http://www.generalbaileyfarm.com
Selling wool and natural fiber yarns for knitting. Many knitting supplies: books, patterns, needles, buttons, fiber dyes and more.Also sell spinning, weaving and rug hooking supplies.

Greenwich

NeedleWorks
99 Main Street
Greenwich, NY 12834
+1 (518) 692 8980
Owner: Barbara Simoneau
Wide selection of yarns and patterns with access to nearly all suppliers. Specializing in personal instruction. Mail order friendly.

Hamburg

Embraceable Ewe Knitter's Retreat
213 Main St.
Hamburg, NY 14075
+1 (716) 646-6674
Owner: Erin Kosich
We specialize in bright colors, natural fibers, novelty yarns and lots of patterns! Yarn companies we carry include Berroco, Trendsetter, Brown Sheep, Dale of Norway, Plymouth, Classic Elite, Philosopher's Wool Co, and many more. We offer day and evening classes, just call for a schedule!

Harrison

Distinctive Yarns
223 Harrison Avenue
Harrison, NY 10528
+1 (914) 835 6930
fax: +1 (914) 967 2183
Owners: Gail, Flora, Carol
email: cc000145@interramp.com
Good selection of fine yarns, original designs, and as much help as you need.

Hartsdale

Goldman's Yarns
391 N. Central Ave.
Hartsdale, NY 14850
+1 (914) 761 1222
email: yarns@goldmansyarns.com
World Wide Web: http://www.goldmansyarns.com
Nature's Fleece, La Laine, Windrush, Rio, and others.

Hudson

Countrywool
59 Spring Road
Hudson, NY 12534
+1 (518) 828 4554
Owner: Claudia Krisniski
email: claudia@countrywool.net
World Wide Web: http://www.countrywool.com/
Natural fiber yarns in stock from the Brown Sheep Company, Classic Elite, Kid 'n Ewe, Green Mountain Spinnery, Skacel, Patons, Peace Fleece, Crystal Palace Yarns, Briggs and Little. Also in stock: handspun yarns, Ashford spinning wheels, spinning fibers, Cushing dyes, patterns, books, Crystal Palace, Clover, Addi and Brittany knitting needles. Year-round classes (listed on web site), Angora rabbits. E-mail ordering on web site. The shop is open 6 days a week; directions are on our web site. Countrywool sponsors 3 day Knitting and Spinning Retreats each Spring and Fall at Cape Ann in Massachusetts, and information is available at the website. Countrywool News, a free e-mail newsletter, can also be subscribed to at the website.

Huntington

The Knitting Corner
718 New York Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743
+1 (516) 421 2660
fax: +1 (516) 421 2961
Owner: Terri Soulellis
email: tsoulell@optonline.net
Wide selection of yarns, patterns, books, notions, kits and classes. Stockist for Rowan, Jo Sharp, Debbie Bliss, Noro, Berrooco, Katia and many more.

Irvington

Flying Fingers
19 Main Street
Irvington, NY 10533
+1 (914) 591-4113
Owner: Elise
World Wide Web: http://flyingfingersyarnshop.com
Carries primarily high-end yarn. (No acrylic.) Stock changes with the seasons. Store looks like a living room, with comfy couches for perusing patterns and books. Closed Sunday and Monday. Lessons given. Very knowledgeable owner.

Ithaca

Homespun Boutique
314 East State Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
+1 (607) 277 0954
Owner: Julie Schroeder
Natural fibers, yarns and fabrics.

Knitting Machines...Etc.
903 Mitchell Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
+1 (607) 277 1164 (chat)
+1 (800) 440 1164 (orders)
Hand and machine knitting supplies, books, accessories, lots of yarn, especially Dale of Norway. Tues - Sat, 10:30 - 5:30.

Kings Park

KidsKnits
Kings Park, NY 11754
+1 (631) 240-9656
+1 (800) 857-4796
Owner: Mary Ann Stephens
email: info@kidsknits.com
World Wide Web: http://www.kidsknits.com
Great selection and prices on Dale of Norway for the whole family, especially kids. Many exclusive designs, too.

Kingston

Amazing Threads
2010 Ulster Ave
Kingston, NY 12449
+1 (914) 336 5322
Owners: Michael Murphy and Radley Cramer
Natural fiber yarns, incl. handpainted and natural dyes, knitting supplies and books, exclusive patterns and knitters' kits, knitting machines, sewing machines, spinning wheels, looms and accessories, luxury spinning fibers, and much more. Hours 10-6 M-F, 10-5 Sat, closed Sun. Retail and mail order. MC, Visa, Discover.

Lewiston

Knot Just Yarn
777 Cayuga Street
Lewiston, NY 14092
+1 (716) 754-2242
Owner: Muriel Norwich
email: DNOR137050@AOL.COM
A varied selection of quality yarns, patterns, needles and supplies are carried. We also offer counted cross-stitch patterns, kits, material and DMC floss. Tatting and crochet threads and supplies are available. Personalized classes in knitting and tatting are offered.

Manhattan

thepointnyc
Manhattan, in the West Village. I saw it listed in a blog and went down to take a look; I ended up spending a few hours and buying some lovely yarn. Significantly larger than most Manhattan yarn stores I've been to.
Web: http://www.thepointnyc.com/
Submitted by a customer.

Margaretville

Brown Fox Fibers
746 Main St., 7 Binnekill Sq.
PO Box 135
Margaretville, NY 12455
+1 (845) 586-2066
Owner: Susan J. Griffin
email: knitting@brownfox.com
World Wide Web: http://www.brownfox.com
Carries Brittany, Clover and Inox needles and accessories; patterns by Fiber Trends, Cabin Fever, Wool You Order, Knitting Pure & Simple and many more; Yarns by Plymouth, Reynolds, Patons and Bartlettyarns; beautiful handspun yarns; lots of books on knitting,crochet and spinning. Regular classes.

Marion

Sheep & Wool Shop
4849 Cory Corners
Marion, NY 14505
+1 (315) 926 5765
Owner: Louise Smith
email: woolshop@redsuspenders.com
A country fiber arts supply shop and school with supplies and classes offered for knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, felting, dyeing, basket making, braiding. Large inventory of knitting yarns from Brown Sheep Company, Coats Patons, Skacel Collection, Ironstone Yarns, Harrisville Designs, Jagger Spun, Maysville, Wilde Yarns, & more. Inox, Addi, Brittanny, Susan Bates needles. Pewter (Austrian and Danforth) buttons and clasps. Shell and other fine buttons. Wonderful selection of knitting and other fiber arts books and magazines. Six brands of spinning wheels; handcrafted, exotic wood Hatchtown Farm spinning tools; all types of looms, including floor looms from Harrisville, Norwood, Dundas, Mountain, and Schacht Spindle. Ethknit sock kits, and many other attractive knitting kits at reasonable prices. Beautiful pastoral setting with woods and green, rolling pastures filled with sheep visible from every window. List of summer classes -- nearly 40 offered -- available for the asking.

Middleburgh

Mees and Ewes
Route 145
Middleburgh, New York 12122
518-827-6226
518-231-5556
Owner: Cathy Honauer
email: Niniknit@aol.com
Rambouilett Wool Yarn - 2ply skeins 4oz. 50/50 Wool-Mohair Blend -2oz skeins Natural White or Customed Dyed. Novelty Yarns, Custom Knitting. Shop opening soon. Knitting lessons.

Milan

Morehouse Farm Merinos
141 Milan Hill Road
Milan, NY 12571
+1 (845) 758 6493
email: info@morehousemerino.com
World Wide Web: http://www.morehousemerino.com
Morehouse Farm is one of the leading Merino sheep farms in North America, offering a large selection of award-winning white and black breeding stock, fabulously soft knitting yarn, and a unique collection of handknits and gifts.

Monroe

Henry's Attic
5 Mercury Ave.
Monroe, NY 10950
+1 (914) 783 3930
Wholesaler with large minimum order.

Monticello

KNIT ONE NEEDLEPOINT TOO!
246 East Broadway
Monticello, NY 12701
+1 (845) 791-KNIT
+1 (800) 791-5650
fax: +1 (845) 791-5649
Owner: Susan Gross
email: K1N2@aol.com
The Catskills only full service yarn and needlepoint shop. Over 1000 needlepoint canvases and 200 yarns. Custom patterns, classes, kits and accessories. Alchemy, Berroco, Cascade, Crystal Palace, Dale, Debbie Bliss, Filatura, Karabella, King Cole, Noro, Plymouth, Skacel, Southwest Trading, Swedish, Tahki, Trendsetters, Wendy and much more. Clover, Fiddlesticks, Inox, and Bates Needles. Classes and personalized instruction for every project. Thurs-Sun (7 days Memorial Day to Labor Day). Mail orders our specialty.

Mount Kisco

Lee's Yarn Center
36 Main St.
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
+1 (914) 244 3400

New York City

Collectors Crafts
New York, NY
+1 (212) 496-7333
+1 (877) 863-3353
fax: +1 (646) 505-0864
email: info@collectorscrafts.com
World Wide Web: http://www.collectorscrafts.com
On-line knit, crochet, needlepoint and beading store. We carry yarn, thread, books, patterns, needlework accessories, beading accessories, kits and so much more. Check out our web page!

Downtown Yarns
45 Avenue A
New York, NY 100009
+1 (212) 995 5991
Owner: Rita Bobry
Offers a range of yarns, in price, color and type, (mohair by Katia, Manos del Uruguay, Cotton Classic, Regia sock yarn, Zara wool, Klip, Noro silks). Also has patterns, needles, bags, etc.

Erdal Yarns Ltd.
383 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1104
New York, NY 10016
+1 (800) 237 6594
email: erdal@erdal.com
World Wide Web: http://www.erdal.com/
Wholesaler for yarns on cones or in skeins for knitters and weavers. Dealers and designers welcome.

Erica Wilson, Inc.
717 Madison Ave.
New York, NY 10021
+1 (212) 832 7290

Fabrics Save-A-Thon
1887 3rd ave
N.Y.C. , NY 10029
+1 (212) 369-4453
email: saveathon3@aol.com
tremendous yarn/crochet dept. featuring discount prices and many name brands. Comprehensive selection of yarn and crochet books and accessories too.This 10,000 sq. foot store also is packed with fabrics of all sorts and a deep selection of crafts and home-dec giftware and accessories. This is one store in a chain of 9 all located within the boroughs

gotta knit!
498 Sixth Avenue, 2nd floor
between 12th and 13th Streerts
New York City, NY 10011
+1 (212) 989 3030
+1 (800) 898 6748
fax: +1 (212) 989 3388
Owner: Laura and Ann
Classes, personalized instructions and help with projects, even if yarn was not purchased at their store. Specializing in custom design -- bring in a picture or a sketch or describe a fantasy garment and they will write a pattern that fits. Lots of hand-dyes and specialty yarns.

Habu Textiles
135 W. 29th Street, Suite 403
New York, NY 10001
+1 (212) 239-3546
fax: +1 (212) 239-4173
Owner: Takako Ueki
email: habu@habutextiles.com
World Wide Web: http://www.habutextiles.com
Habu carries over 450 unique yarns imported from Japan. The selection includes bamboo, silk stainless steel, hand-reeled silks, hemp bark, hand-tied ramies, handspun cottons/silks, fine cashmeres, and many more.

Joseph Galler, Inc.
27 West 20th Street
New York, NY 10011
+1 (212) 620 7190
Fax: +1 (212) 620 9196
Wholesale only. Hand and machine knitting, Swiss Lang yarns.

Knits Incredible
971A Lexington Avenue (Mezz)
New York, NY
+1 (212) 717-0477
Between 70th and 71st Sts.
Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 11-6; Wed 11-8, Sat 11-3.

Knitting 321
321 E. 75th St.
New York, NY 10021
+1 (212) 772-2020
Owner: Valeria Kardos, Karen Katz
World Wide Web: http://www.knitting321.com
"Stocked with a 'beautiful selection of yarns', including natural fibers, plus European and fashion forward skeins, books and supplies....the "helpful owners" offer "hand-holding", making it worth a stop 'for novices.' " -excerpted from Zagat's New York City Shopping Guide. Both knitting and crochet lessons are offered. Hours are Tuesday, 11am to 8pm, Wednesday through Friday, 11am to 6:30 pm, and Saturday, 11am to 5pm. The shop is closed Sunday and Monday.

The Lion & The Lamb
1460 Lexington Ave.
Between 94th and 95th Street
New York, NY 10128
+1 (212) 876 4303
fax: +1 (212) 876 9231
Owner: Leslie Santa
This store offers a wide selection of yarns ranging from cotton to cashmere. The owner, Leslie Santa, has created a warm and inviting environment. The store is brightly lit and scented candles burn daily. The walls are filled from floor to ceiling with a great selection of yarns. The store is truly a visual delight. The help is extremely knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. There is also a large needlepoint area which offers handpainted canvases, finishing with designer trim and fabrics and a huge selection of beads and fibers ranging from silks to alpacas. Customers are welcomed and given personal attention. Open seven days a week.

Lion Brand
34 West 15th Street
New York, NY 10011
+1 (800) 258 YARN
fax: +1 (212) 627 8154
World Wide Web: http://www.lionbrand.com/
Wholesale distributor of Wool-Ease, other Lion Brand yarns. Wool-Ease color card available for $3.95.

Magry Knits formerly NO.XS
80 East 7th St.
New York, NY 10003
+1 (212) 674-6753
Owner: Renee
There are now hand dyed and hand spun yarns that are sensational! There are unique patterns and classes for new to advanced knitters.

purl
137 Sullivan Street
between Prince & Houston
New York, NY 10012
+1 (212) 420 8796
Owner: Joelle and Jennifer Hoverson
email: jhoverson@adelphia.net
World Wide Web: http://www.purlsoho.com
Please call purl for class schedules.

School Products Co., Inc.
1201 Broadway 3rd floor (betw 28th & 29th Streets)
New York, NY
+1 (212) 679 3516
Owner: Berta Karapetyan
World Wide Web: http://www.schoolproducts.com/
Hours: M-F 9:30-6; Sat 10-3; Sun closed.
Yarns, weaving equipment, machine knitting equipment, hand knitting equipment, etc. Silk City yarns, Tahki, Brown Sheep, Phildar, and more; Unicorn Books.

Stitches East
55 East 52nd Street
New York, NY 10022
+1 (212) 421 0112
The complete knit and needlepoint shop. Find an extraordinary selection of yarns, patterns, needles and canvases - everything for the knit and needlepoint enthusiast. Expert instruction and service is always available. The ambiance and the welcome are as wonderful as the wool, cotton, silk, and blends. Do come and see us. Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 to 6:00.

String
1015 Madison Avenue (between 78th & 79th St)
New York, NY 10021
+1 (212) 288-9276
fax: +1 (212) 288-9572
Owner: Linda Morse
email: linda@stringyarns.com
World Wide Web: http://www.stringyarns.com
Wide selection of luxury yarns, including Koigu, Tahki/Stacy Charles, Knitting Fever, Trendsetter, Colinette, Prism, Patricia Roberts, Karabella, Classic Elite and many more. Custom patterns, personal assistance,classes and workshops.

Tender Buttons
143 East 62 Street
New York, NY 10021
+1 (212) 758 7004
Buttons and garment closures.

The Yarn Company
2274 Broadway #1C
New York, NY 10024
+1 (212) 787-7878
fax: +1 (212) 595-6998
Owner: Jordana Jacobs and Julie Carles
email: contact@theyarnco.com
World Wide Web: http://www.theyarnco.com
The Yarn Co. offers a large selection of designer yarns, needles, and knitting classes. Featured in The New York Times, NY1 television, New York Magazine, and Vogue Knitting, The Yarn Co. provides free custom designs with all purchases.

The Yarn Connection
218 Madison Avenue (between 36th and 37th)
New York, NY 10016
+1 (212) 684 5099
Owner: Jane
Submitter reports the service is great. Another says, "She has a nice collection of yarns and very good prices, but best of all she will spend as much time with you as you need, no matter how much yarn you are buying."

Newburgh

A Good Yarn
357 Grand St.,
Newburgh, NY 12550
Phone# 845-913-6547
Owner: Linda Stanyon Johnson
email: LJOHNSON7@hvc.rr.com
website: http://www.agoodyarn.net

North Tonawanda

Yarn it All Inc.
6949 Bear Ridge Road
N. Tonawanda, NY 14120
+1 (716) 692 3456
+1 (877) 692 3456
Owner: Meg Storts
Yarn shop for knitting and crochet. Free help for all your projects.

Northport

Three Black Sheep A Yarn Shoppe
155 Main Street
Northport, NY 11768
+1 (631) 262-YARN
fax: +1 (631) 262-YARN
Owner: Lauren, Linda & Kathy
email: 3blacksheep@optonline.net
World Wide Web: http://www.threeblacksheep.com
MISSION FALLS, TAHKI, STACEY CHARLES, BERROCO, CASCADE, BROWN SHEEP, DALE OF NORWAY, BLUE SKY ALPACA, GREEN MOUNTAIN SPINNERY, LANG, KARABELLA, SCHAEFER, WOOL IN THE WOODS, HANDSPUN FROM FARMS ACROSS THE US. BRITTANY, CLOVER AND ADDI -TURBO NEEDLES AVAILABLE AS WELL AS INCOMPARABLE BUTTONS. HANDMADE KNITTING TOTES AND NEEDLE CASES. EXTENSIVE CLASS SCHEDULE

Nyack

Knitting Nation
30 North Broadway
Nyack, NY 10960
+1 (845) 348-0100
fax: +1 (845) 348-1118
Owner: Jane Saffir and Joanna Brief
email: info@knittingnation.com
World Wide Web: http://www.knittingnation.com
Well stocked, spacious, bright and cheery shop in the charming village of Nyack, on the Hudson River. Huge selection of hand-dyed and basic yarns, needles, and notions, with a comfortable couch and seating area welcoming knitters to stay and knit with the owners, Jane and Joanna, who provide a warm, welcoming, yarn-filled environment.

Old Forge

Mountain Stitchery
Spring Street
Box 675
Old Forge, NY 13420
+1 (315) 369 2360
Owner: Deborah Schueler
email: mtstitch@telenet.net
Variety of yarns--specializing in luxuriously hand-dyed fibers and yarns featured in seasonal publications, as well as carrying all-time favorites. Custom knit goods and finishing service available. Can supply just about any yarn or hand-knitting supplies and patterns you may be looking for. Web-site coming soon. We do Mail Order and accept VISA and Master Card.

Oswego

Northwind Yarns & Weaving Co.
120A West Second Street
Oswego, NY 13126
+1 (315) 349-9276
+1 (877) 533-9276
fax: +1 (315) 342-5900
Owner: Joan Kolp & Daniel Allen
email: nwyarns@dreamscape.com
Wide variety of yarns and patterns; knitting and weaving lessons available

Pawling

Yarn & Craft Box
24 Charles Colman Boulevard,
Pawling, NY 12564
(845) 855-1632

Pearl River

The Stitchery
49 E. Central Ave.
Pearl River, NY 10965
+1 (845) 735 4534

Peekskill

Cozy Corner Yarn Shop
116 Washington St.
Peekskill, NY 10566
(914) 737-0179

Pittsford

Pat's Weaving & Knitting Studio
12 Wood Stone Rise
Pittsford, NY 14534
+1 (716) 385 4727
fax: +1 (716) 385 4727
Owner: Pat Stukenberg
email: pstuken1@rochester.rr.com

Plainview

The Yarn Garden
661 Old Country Rd.
Plainview, NY 11803
+1 (516) 931 4909
+1 (800) 932 4909
Hours..Tues/Wed/Fri/Sat..11-5. Thurs 11-8. We are in business 36 years with lots of experience. We have a full supply of yarns, buttons, supplies, needlepoint, etc. All prices, all types. We custom write at no charge for adults (with yarn purchase) keeping up with today's styles and have 110 children's models. Come visit!

Plattsburgh

Rosemary Olmstead, Handweaver
48 Haynes Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
+1 (518) 561 6166

Port Chester

The Nimble Thimble
19 Putnam Avenue
Port Chester, NY 10573
(914) 934-2934

Port Jefferson

The Knitting Cove
207 E. Main Street
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
+1 (516) 473 2121
World Wide Web: http://www.knittingcove.com

Poughkeepsie

Riverstone Design
463 Violet Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
+1 (845) 4869359
Owner: Cindy Kane
email: riverstone@hvi.net
World Wide Web: http://www.riverstonedesign.com
Traditional Penny Rugs and stitcheries. New retail shop opening. Handy dyed and painted yarns.

"Yarn Swift!"
Route 9 / Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Telephone number is 845-454-7444.
Owner: Kate Mitchell
Email: Kate@yarnswift.com
Web: http://www.yarnswift.com

Prattsburg

Nistock Farms
10137 Mattoon Rd.
Prattsburg, NY 14873
+1 (607) 522-4374
Owner: Robin Nistock
email: robin@nistockfarms.com
World Wide Web: http://www.nistockfarms.com
We stock 100% Cotswold wool yarn (a rare breed!) spun exclusively from our flock's fleeces. Currently available in natural white, and hand-dyed colors in the near future. Our yarn is spun to a 2-ply worsted weight by Taos Valley Woolen Mill, and measures 11-12 wpi. We also carry a good selection of raw and processed, natural and dyed wool and wool blends from our flock for handspinning. We have no formal "store". Please visit our site and order online or by mail.

Red Hook

Morehouse Farm
RD 2, Box 408
Milan Hill Road
Red Hook, NY 12571
+1 (914) 758 6493
Raises Merino sheep. Sells pure wool yarns in natural colors. Send SASE and $1 for catalog and samples.

Remsen

WoolHaven
10071 Bardwell Mills Road
Remsen, NY 13438
+1 (315) 794-3769
Owner: Chris Halpin
email: woolhaven@usadatanet.net
Exquisite selection of yarns, patterns and knitting supplies. Also sells Schacht and Ashford spinning wheels. Chris definitely goes "the extra mile" in helping with all your knitting and spinning projects.

Rhinebeck

A.L. Stickle Variety Store inc
13 East Market street
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
+1 (845) 8763206
Owner: Matthew and Leah Stickle
My husband and I were lucky enough that over five years ago we had the opportunity to inherit his grandparents Five and Dime that has been in business for 57 years. I myself have taken our "knitting" area under my wing and is continually expanding it with great care to stay true to the our stores origins. I am still a young knitter and enjoy all the wonderful people that have walked through our doors to keep me motivated and try to keep the passion of knitting in all our hearts. Thanks for all your wonderful support!

Rochester

Knit 'n' Purl
1855 Monroe Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
+1 (585) 442-7420
Owner: Betty Podlesh
email: Betty@knitnpurl.com
World Wide Web: http://www.knitnpurl.com
We stock numerous brands such as Berroco, Lane Borgosesia, Pinguoin, Trendsetters, Tahki/Stacy Charles, Noro, On Line, Karabella, Great Adirondack Yarns, Unique Colors, Mission Falls, Sesia, Reynolds, and many others.

Rome

Carol's Crafts
1245 Erie Blvd. West
Rome, NY 13440
+1 (315) 336 3785
Owner: Carol Pettinelli
email: OC412@aol.com
One of the largest yarn stores in upstate New York. We carry over 300,000 skeins of yarn in stock including brands such as Bernat, Patons, Euro, Sirdar, Dale of Norway, Lane Borgosesia, Plymouth, and many more. We also carry books from all the suppliers and needles including Addi Turbo.

Sand Lake

Wool 'n Word
4401 NY 150
P.O. Box 532
West Sand Lake, NY 12196
+1 (518) 674-5096
Owner: Stephanie Olivo
email: solivo@capital.net
A cozy shop filled with tantalizing, traditional, natural fiber yarns as well as exciting, trendy yarns. There are plenty of patterns to choose from as well as a nice assortment of accessories. Stephanie is always willing to help knitters with their projects and encourages people to sit and knit and chat. A variety of courses are offered. Contact the store for more information.

Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Needle Arts
494 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
+1 (518) 583-2583
fax: +1 (518) 583-2548
Owner: Cindy Spence
email: cindy@saratoganeedlearts.com
World Wide Web: http://www.saratoganeedlearts.com
1800 sq feet of funky & exotic novelties to classic basic yarns. Large assortment of needles, bags, books, patterns - buttons buttons. Harrisville kits. Classes. Rocking chairs for the husbands! Welcoming environment - great main street location with parking next door. Look for our horse "Purl" in the window.

Stitchin' Post
17 Phila Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
+1 (518) 587 9636

Schenectady

Ye Olde Yarn & Gift Shoppe
1604 Union Street, Suite 2
Schenectady, NY 12309
Owner: Bonnie Kotary
+1 (518) 393 2695

Skaneateles

Elegant Needles
7 Jordan Street
Skaneateles, NY 13152
+1 (315) 685 9276
+1 (800) 275 9276
Owner: Elaine Chaffee
Wonderful variety - Rowan, Froelich, high quality varieties, nearly all wool, some cotton. Lots of help and service go along with the sale.

The Yarn Bin
51 Fennell Street,
Skaneateles, NY 13152
(315) 685-5070

Smithtown

Keep me in Stitches
77 Smithtown Blvd
Smithtown, NY 11787
+1 (631) 724-8111
fax: +1 (631) 724-8111
Owner: Robin and Nicole
email: Keepmeinstitches1@yahoo.com
World Wide Web: http://keepmeinstitches1.com
BERROCO, DEBBIE BLISS, CLIP, TRENDSETTER, CLASSIC ELITE, MANGO MOON, REYNOLDS, SIRDAR, TAHKI AND MANY MORE....WE CARRY A VARIETY OF NEEDLES FROM CLOVER TO SKACEL. MANY PATTERNS TO CHOOSE FROM AND FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO LIKE TO BEAD WE CARRY A VARIETY OF BEADS AS WELL.

Stottville

Year Round Yarns
PO Box 499
1225 Rt 9,
Stottville, NY 12172
+1 (518) 828-1281
Owner: Roberta Nicholson
email: sales@yearroundyarns.com
World Wide Web: http://www.yearroundyarns.com
We carry all types of yarns, from acrylic to wool, cashmere to mohair, baby and novelty items. There are always sale yarns listed, as well as some hand made items. Lessons for beginners are available upon request.

Staten Island

Wild & Wooly
18 New Dorp Lane
Staten Island, NY 10306
(718) 987-7000

Syosset

Simply Knitting
39 Berry Hill Road
Syosset, NY 11791
+1 (516) 9210888
World Wide Web: http://www.simplyknitting.com
A haven for Long Island's knitters tucked in the North Shore of Syosset. Beautiful yarns such as Blue Heron, Debbie Bliss, Gedifra, Katia, Rowan, Crystal Palace, Karabella and more! Hundreds of patterns and books, hand dyed yarns and delightful service.

Tonawanda

Yarn it All
2468 Niagara Falls Blvd.
Tonawanda, NY 14150
+1 (716) 692 3456
Well stocked store. Will do mail order by check or money order.

Troy

Lansingburgh Yarn Depot
595 Second Avenue
Troy, NY 12182
+1 (518) 233 1052

Valley Stream

The Knitting Store & More
232 Rockaway Avenue
Valley Stream, NY 11580
+1 (516) 561-7200
Owner: Phyllis & Rita
email: phyl317@optonline.net

Wantagh

Knit Knacks
1875 Wantagh Ave.
Wantagh, NY 11793
+1 (516) 785-2282
Owner: Florence Stanton

Wayland

Pollywogs Yarn & Fiber
7 Bush Ave
Wayland, NY 14572
+1 (585) 728-5667
fax: +1 (585) 728-3133
Owner: Walter Jezewski
email: djezewski@yahoo.com
World Wide Web: http://www.mypollywogs.com
Retail Sale of Yarn and Fiber. Brown Sheep Co Yarn and Fiber, Plymouth Yarns and spinning fiber. Fiber Dyes and Knitting Software

Webster

ORGANIX Farms Suri Alpacas
485 Pellett Rd
Webster, NY 14580
+1 (585) 671-8510
fax: +1 (585) 787 2711
Owner: S. Kubber
email: organixfrm@aol.com
Full line of very high quality 100% Alpaca yarns, several weights and many colors. Can custom dye lots if requested. Write or e-mail address for color cards and prices. Also carries many other types of 100% natural fibers.

West Sand Lake

See "Sand Lake"

Westfield

Country Yarn Shoppe
6727 Sherman Westfield Road
County Route 21
Westfield, NY 14787
+1 (716) 326 2450
Owner: June Baker
email: yarnshop@cecomet.net
Wide variety of yarns and miscellaneous craft items. Takes special orders for anything she does not carry in her shop if it is available to her. Mail order. Open year round Tuesday - Saturday.

Woodhaven

Smiley's Yarns
92-06 Jamaica Avenue
Woodhaven, NY 11421
+1 (718) 849-9873
World Wide Web: http://www.smileysyarns.com/
25-75% off retail for natural fiber yarns. Send SASE for free samples of the yarn of the month. Large sales, called "Yarn Riots," a few times a year. Does not do mail order to Canada.

Woodstock

Woodstock Wool Company
105 Tinker Street
Woodstock, NY 12498
+1 (845) 679-0400
fax: +1 (845) 679-0455
Owner: James Conrad/Paul Leone
email: info@woodstockwoolcompany.com
World Wide Web: http://woodstockwoolcompany.com
The ultimate knitting destination. Don't come to our store without your knitting! We have 3000 square feet of fabulosity, yarns from all around the globe, yarns from the farm down the road, plenty of comfy spots to flop down and knit or crochet with new friends. Don't be shy. We have groups and classes and full range of supplies. Come see what all the fuss is about.



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