I discovered this shop a few years ago and every time I make my way to Western Washington, I make it a point to stop here! The owner is the most friendly guy and I once met a lovely friendly woman working too! There is no hand dyed yarn here, instead this shop carries online yarn, but in store. (For example, ICE yarn) There is some Lion Brand and Red Heart, but he carries varieties that I never see in box stores. I love that you can see online yarn in person. Technically it is a tiny more expensive this way, but you save on shipping costs and can feel the yarn in person first! There are also lots of accessories available for sale, and LOTS of books! The owner is also very good about recognizing both knitters AND crocheters! (Unlike some yarn stores..) Overall, I recommend this store. There is SO MUCH yarn inside. And if you can't make it to Des Moines, there is an online Amazon store! read more

Great store! They had a wide variety of everything you'd want in a yarn store. The service was top-notch, very knowledgeable and friendly. He even went into details of the processes used to create some of the samples in the store. We'll definitely be going back! read more

Oh my god I love this store so much. It was my third yarn store of the day (on a bit of a yarn tour of West Seattle-Burien-Des Moines) and after the first two I was starting to think I wasn't in the mood to buy yarn. Hooooly cow, absolutely not. I could have easily spent $300, but budgeted myself to $40. This store has a huge mix of wool, cotton, synthetic, alpaca, everything. From plain to absolutely wonderfully ostentatious yarns, it is amazing. The proprietor himself is so friendly and warm and I love him already. There are comfy reading chairs as well as a kitchen table with chairs around it with CUSHIONS on them, so the kitchen table chairs are also comfy. Huge bonus points with me. Worth a trip from Shoreline to Des Moines just to go to this store, not even joking. Can't wait to go back. read more

This place was amazing. I could not tell from the pictures how much yarn was actually packed into this place. The real gem though is the owner. He is super friendly and conversational. He is knowledgeable about the yarn he carries and accommodating as to orders. His prices are standard for yarn but it's the level of service that keeps you coming back. read more

See all

I ordered from this store on their Amazon front page. I paid $6 for first class package. The package tracking showed delivered, but not at my house! I contacted the seller, he said, not his problem, I would have to contact the carrier. He even said "good luck with USPS". Later the package showed up in my mailbox (3 days after it said "delivered"), the package was opened and the yarn cut with scissors. The seller said again, not his problem, I need to solve it myself. Thanks for the nonexistent customer service. read more

Darling yarn shop in Des Moines. Lots of selection, kind staff. Great colors and variety.

I was so happy to find a place so close to repair my sweaters. I have a sweater knitted for me by my Grandma in the 8th Grade (1984). She has passed now & that wool sweater is one of my favorite possessions. I have checked around for a year & the only places I trusted were online. Sending my sweaters away didn't sound kosher but what could I do. I went to a new local yarn shop and was pleasantly suprised to meet Morgan. I went looking for an experienced Grandma to fix my stuff but found a young man who knew his yarn! He was not only nice but made me feel comfortable bringing him my sweater. While I talked with him I found out he has made patterns & is looking to make contemporary knitting design patterns. He easily fixed it with something so close I can't tell. He also took some of the nubs from the other yarn on the sweater and wound them into the repair. The repair is so good I had to look for it to take the picture with this review. I also had a great DNKY Mens zip up wool sweater my wife got me in NY. I love it, but wear it so much I wore through the elbows. I didn't really want the cheesy Professor elbow patches. Morgan suggested he "make" knit patches to put over and further protect the elbows for the future. He said he had never done it before but he was confidant on the look. He called me back before he attached them to have me approve it. Needless to say it was perfect in look, stitch, & color. He made the patch double layered & some people think I have padding in it. He fixed the previous hole & covered the elbows perfectly. After that he fixed two more for me. Each with it's own special problem & each coming back so perfect I ca't remember where the two spots were. I like buying quality sweaters & believe that with proper repair can become an heirloom. I can't recommend this business repair services enough. (Look at the pictures I attached) I can only assume he uses quality materials & I can assure you he could probably teach the hell out of a class & make it fun. read more

All Points Yarn - Grandmas sweater fixed perfect. - Knitting Supplies Near Me - Des Moines, Washington

See all

OK, so here's my deal - as a middle aged man walking into a YARN STORE I was ready for attitude....the same attitude I get from the "ladies" at the fabric store which makes me feel like I have no earthly business there. What I received instead was the warmest welcome imaginable - not only did Morgan make me feel completely at home amongst an art that I know little of, his interest and experience in the craft actually inspired me to think about knitting...really?...me? This is the reason small businesses thrive - the connection to the purpose. I'm sure you can order up most things right from your iPhone, but your missing an entire universe of information - remember there's a chasm between knowledge and wisdom...Morgan has both in spades. THANK YOU so much for your time - I hope to visit again very soon. read more

Thank you Morgan for your amazing shop! I stopped by last week with a young friend who had some problems in the blanket she was knitting for her niece. We so enjoyed having his patient help, conversations and looking around at the yarns. Very inspiring indeed! Customer's came and went and he would stop check to see how my friend was doing and give her advise. We were both so impressed with his warm welcoming demeaner and kind words of encouragement. I will definitely go back again and maybe even start a new project! read more

Every time I walk into All Points Yarn, I am greeted with the utmost respect and care by Morgan. I feel like we are old friends, even though we have only exchanged pleasantries over favorite yarns! I am of meager means, and can usually not afford much of what Morgan sells. He has never once made feel badly about not being able to purchase anything, and instead, continues to offer knitting/crocheting support. Every time I come in, he is helping someone with a project at the knitting table or helping them select the perfect yarn to make their prized possession. Needless to say, I'll be shopping with Morgan at All Points Yarn anytime I need that perfect angora, or lace, or just someone to HELP ME because really, I'm no knitting expert! All Points Yarn comes with my highest recommendation! read more

Wow!!! Great store. Went shopping for wife and was surprised how nice the gals were. Friendly and very knowledgable. I could not have had a better time and hope my wife loves her Christmas presents. There were all types of people there and the staff was so patient with me and others. I would highly recommend the store and say it is one of the best that I have been to in the country. I think they are moving near Pike Place Market.....Yey !!! Next time I am in Seattle I will get some stash for my wife. Thanks so much. read more

I stopped in to ask a quick a question about a project. The owner sat with me and patiently walked me through even though I'd never spent a dime with him. By far the best yarn shop I've been it. Thank you Morgan for your patience. read more

I visited this store a week ago because I was looking for a certain yarn to finish a project and had struck out at four other stores. The owner, Morgan Hicks went above and beyond the call of duty! He didn't have it either but called his rep to see if there were any other places that carried it. He was told it was discontinued but the rep said they had two balls of the exact yarn that were samples and they were willing to send them to me. When I got on the phone to give the woman my name and address, I asked her how much it would be and she told me it was complimentary! Even the shipping! My friend and I had a great time at this wonderful store and I also purchased three balls of beautiful yarn to make some Christmas gifts! This will be my "go too" store from now on...Thank you so much Morgan Hicks of All Points Yarn! read more

Absolutely love this shop!! Such an amazing variety of yarns from Lion brand to higher end. The selection of colors is way better than Joann's or Michaels and the guy who runs the shop is super nice and knowledgeable! read more

Awesome customer service! Had been looking all over for a comparable yarn to rowan all seasons cotton had a conversation about all the different yarns that would work how much I would need and was in and out of the store in under fifteen minutes. read more

Happened across this place when they were having the end of year sale. Scored a lot of great deals to build up my stash. Originally just came in looking for some yarn for a frog I was making. The stuff I'd bought online was much too thin. Owner was very friendly and helped me find just what I was looking for. Was so happy with the yarn I got I went back and got more before the sale ended. Shop offers some classes and I will definitely be back to take some of those in the future. read more

This place is great. I am relatively new to the world of crochet and have been here a handful of times so far. They have a great selection of yarn, and the owner is exceedingly knowledgeable. He might not go out of his way to approach you (besides a cursory "are you finding everything?") but if you have a question about recommendations or advice, he is a wonderful resource. While some of their supply sections look small, I've always been able to find what I wanted with the owner's help. I like this shop so much that I make a special trip, even though there are a couple places much closer to me. Their prices might be slightly higher than some of the chain stores, but this is a wonderful local business I am happy to support. read more

So much yarn to choose from!! Came by for a easy pattern while out of town. Bought yarn, another pair of cool needles and using a pattern the owner gave me. I will by again when in town! read more

I came to visit my elderly parents in Des Moines and ran into a big snafu with my beginning knitting project and was welcomed into the yarn shop by Morgan, Proprietor, who taught me how to make my own corrections and a place to come knit and find friendly, open people. In his shop one is surrounded by beautiful yarn practically to the ceiling. I will want to return again and again. read more

Every time I walk through the door I am welcomed by Morgan saying how can I help you. The selection of yarn is amazing and Morgan is always ready to help if I have a question about my project and frustration. Your going to love this shop! read more

This was my first time in this wonderful store. I walked in and immediately noticed some gorgeous yarn, still in it's packaging. I could not resist the yarn. What I expected was to be told it wasn't ready for sale yet. What I got was a wonderful conversation about all the colors the yarn comes in, and I walked out with six skeins of my favorites colors! Morgan was unfailingly wonderful to talk with and knew his business inside and out. I'm a small business owner myself, and I know a well run shop when I see it. This is one of those places. There's a wonderful vibe in the shop that makes you want to walk in further and start grabbing yarn off the shelves. In addition, there are several items on display that are original work, something I always enjoy! As a quilter and a knitter (spinner and felter), I appreciate someone who is as passionate about fiber as I am. That is Morgan. I don't get to Des Moines very often, but now I have a reason to go! And he was right - the yarn felts up like a dream! read more

This yarn store is wonderful. I'll be making another visit to Des Moines and will count on their help and inspiration for my knitting projects. read more

OMG! Worst Customer service ever!!! A friend of mine showed me her latest project and said she found a yarn place that she liked and she was going to talk to the owner about not being able to find the place. I went with her because I was interested in taking a few lessons and buying yarn. I support small shops. When we got there, he was very rude. When I told him that I searched online and could not find him he stated that he is not interested in professional women like myself to find him because our money is not good at his store. All young people do is use his store as a showroom and he needs old folks that don't know how to look things up on line. His store does so well that he is not interested in new customers! Too bad because I am Eastern European and in our culture we use a lot of yarn to create clothes, furnishings, etc! I guess I will be spending my dollars at JoAnne's! Thank you Morgan for your 1/2 star service! read more

Large inventory however not much inspiration in the store. It is nice that they stock both high end and less expensive yarns to accommodate all budgets. FYI he does not refund or exchange anything! Be sure you are getting exactly what you want. I probably won't go back. read more

This is the BEST!!!! Yarn store, i was at the Seattle airport coming in from Ohio, and the airline missed place my luggage, so i googled yarn stores in the area, and found All Points Yarn in Des Moines Washington, I called the store and the helpful Gentlemen On the phone said he would try to help me out with needed supplies ,so i took a short cab ride to his store ,and i was amazed at his selection of needles and reasonable price, quality yarn,I am making a sweater, and with his helpful hints it turned out GREAT!!! MY son inlaw loves it, will go back when i fly in to Seattle , YOUR THE BEST !!! THANK YOU . read more

Great little yarn shop. Wonderful selection of yarns. Morgan the shop keeper offered individualized assistance to each of his customers. In addition, Morgan is an experienced educator who offers classes to students of all levels. Parking is available in front of the shop to make access easy for all. Plus the shop is a hop skip and a jump from the airport in case you have a last minute - must have yarn purchase! Thanks for all the time you shared with us. We will stop by next time we are in the area. read more