This isn't your typical (dare I say it) chi chi yarn shop. Don't get me wrong, I fall hook, line…read moreand sinker for funky boutique shops with a purpose, but I must say, knitting does appear to be making an inordinate come back! For this reason, I was impressed to pop into 'L K Yarns' yesterday. This is the yarn shop your Grandma probably goes to. Aisles of variety depending on the type of yarn you want to use. A pleasant sales lady greeted me as soon as I entered willing to fill my order asap. Places like this really make me want to take up knitting (again...).

LK Yarns is a great knit shop!…read more It has every type and variety and brand of yarn one could ever imagine! It's definitely not your typical yarn shop just on that instance alone. It's got a great location down town across from a new Starbucks and it's perfect for picking up some yarn grabbing some needles and going across the street for a coffee and curling up with knitting.

I can't believe I've never been here before because this is everything I want in an arts and crafts…read morestore. Not only does it carry gorgeous local art from some of my favourite artists, but they also do workshops and classes. I believe the post them on their website, but I heard there's a book binding one coming up that I would love to go to. When I went last weekend it was because I wanted to meet Amy of Friday55 (one of my favourite local artists) and I ended up learning how to do some embroidery while there. It was really lovely! The Lunenberg Makery was also there showing how to do felting, but I ran out of time to learn that one because I was loving embroidery so much. I think I've found a new favourite hobby. The Trainyard General Store is one of those stores that is completely community-oriented, and I adore it. It's a bit hidden on Portland Street, so a keep an eye out for the sandwich board pointing you in the right direction.

From the owner: Unique and practical handmade goods…read more Workshops led by the Makers whose goods are in store are offered weekly.

Came upon this wonderful yarn shop quite by accident…read more I have since been there multipe times to buy yarn, attend classes, pick up my Ashford Ridgid Heddle loom and Brassard yarns. I attended the beginners Rigid heddle loom class and I have been hooked on weaving ever since. Yarn in the Hollow now offers Beginner Ridgid Heddle loom classes! Donna carries a wide variety of yarn from beautiful unique wools to acrylics there is something for every yarn worker. Here are some of the Brands she carries Bernat,Briggs &Little,Cascade,Celtic Raven Fibers,Mineville Wool Project,Opal,Patons,Pro Lana ,Relanna,Regina,Sirdar,Sugar Bush. She also carries, roving, knitting needles, crochet hooks, felting needles & knitting accessories such as stitch markers, needle end protectors, stitch markers, cable needles ect. She is also a supplier of Ashford products such as Rigid heddle looms accessories and spinning wheels. Donna offers many knitting classes including beginner class, toe up two at a time fish lips socks, and mittens in the round, For a small fee you can get personal help with any knitting techniques. She also offers a free drop in,a place to join other like minded crafters. Yarn in the Hollow offers personal service in a very well designed shop. I can't wait to go back.

From the owner: Yarn In The Hollow provides products, gifts & lessons for the fiber enthusiast. Classes available…read morein knitting, needle felting and weaving. Ashford Wheel & Loom dealer.

For a store that's been around so long maritime hobbies phones don't work you have to call and call…read morethey have 1 line apparently and I can't see anything online they keep saying they are getting the site updated but that's been said for over a year now and when talking to a couple of the staff I wanted to ask a few questions about stuff I was interested in but they just keep cutting me off and and continue explaining something I got in the first few words said by then I couldn't be bothered they seem like nice people but need some help when it comes to running a successful business and to listen to the customers more and not annoy them to the point they sooner go elsewhere get you phones working and hour site up and working properly you are losing out on a lot of online business me for 1.

There is not much else to say about this store except it is pretty special!…read more Ditto to all the other reviews and comments. It really is a place you have to go for yourself. I do not think there is once spec of room left in the store to put anything. It is jammed packed! The staff are great and friendly. We went there to look for a few of the games we like. It is true , most people probably walk by not knowing what is on the other side.

I visited the Lismore Sheep Farm (1389 Louisville Rd, River John, NS) recently on a road trip and…read moreit was a highlight of the trip! There are lots of sheep outside that you can watch running around and some cutout sheep figures if you want to pretend that you're one for a photo. Inside the barn were two kinds of sheep that you could pet if they came to the fence, as well as a Scottish Highland calf. There's also a display that shows all the steps to process wool from right off a sheep until it's ready to sell. Inside the shop they sell all kinds of wonderful woolies! You can obviously buy a large variety of wool, but you can also get pillows, socks, hats, mitts, knitting kits, shoe insoles, blankets, sheepskins, roving, needle felting kits, and crafts made by other local artisans. This spot is worth the trip and is great for kids or adults!

We loved this place. I got new yarn for a great price. We also got two new wool pillows. A…read morenostepinne (they are very hard to find), and wooden knitting needles. The sheep barn was also fun to visit. I want to live there.

Well, you can't always find what you're looking for. The same goes for this little art supply…read morestore. Never mind the colourful sign indicating its whereabouts, you still have to enter through doors prior to the shop and manoeuvre your way through the small halls with low ceilings. But hey, once you've found it, you'll always know how to get there. Okay, difficulty locating it aside, this is a pretty nice little art store. It isn't too big so you don't feel overwhelmed by different gadgets, but it still has all the necessary tools for the true artist. Sadly, that isn't me. I didn't know where to look or where to even start. Lucky for me, it is small so there wasn't much room for getting lost. I ended up finding something that seemed like what I needed, but when I asked the clerk if it would be suitable for my project, he simply responded with, "I don't know." That was all. I was hoping for a little more help than that. I think he could sense I wasn't the artsy type and therefore snubbed me a bit. Even when I asked a couple more questions his response was always the same. I didn't feel too confident about my project after that. At least I know I can find this place again if I ever decide to try another project. Perhaps I'll be given a different answer than, "I don't know," to any question I may have.

This is an exciting little shop that can be easy to miss. Concealed in the depths of the Granville…read moreMall and predominately frequented by NSCAD students, this is a space available to anyone and everyone with the artistic will. Its just a tiny little thing, but packed with a wide variety of art supplies and books of the art related. The store lay out is straight forward and well maintained, making it easy to find what you're looking for. I've found they can run low in stock on special items throughout the school year if there's a NSCAD class requiring specific materials. But most of the time they are pretty good for having things on hand. They have a lovely selection of paper. From Mayfair to more exquisite, textured Japanese papers... certainly a highlight for me! From all the basics to the more nit-picky tools, the NSCAD Supply Store has a well rounded body of product and at reasonable prices. There are also certain items they keep behind the counter, so if you're having trouble finding it, ask an employee! The books are mainly there for classes, however if you're interested in learning some art history or teaching yourself photography, the selection offers a great platform for some self education! I'd recommend this store for all creative individuals around the city!

This store is fantastic. They have a great selection of solid fabrics (pretty sure it was Kona) and…read moremany, many bolts of Ruby Star Society fabrics too. They carry my absolute favorite batting -- Quilters Dream, in the Select loft, Natural color. Great price on that for a small store -- the same or less than I'd find anywhere else. I'm on a road trip and visiting quilt stores all along the way. I've been to 5 in the past 5 days, and this has been my favorite so far. Not sure if any place will be able to top the friendly staff here. If I lived nearby, I'd be there frequently!

This shop is a true gem of Halifax. The staff are welcoming and helpful, the fabric selection is…read moreinspiring, and the workspace is comfortable and cost-effective. I have taken two classes here and rented the machines to work on my own projects. The instructors are excellent teachers and foster a sweet sense of community. If you are interested in sewing, Patch should be your first stop!