A wonderful shop . Helpful staff and great yarn selection. High end quality , instruction available. Best was the many examples of the yarn use and a knitting circle area to share. read more

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I am from out of town but I love this shop more than my LYS. The staff is welcoming, helpful, and very knowledgeable. The variety of samples, in terms of skill levels and different projects, are amazing and the yarn is right near the sample. But most of all I love that the knitting circle area is right up front and all are truly welcome. I have finished every project that I have purchased from baa baa sheep and loved it, which is way more than I can say for any other yarn shop. read more

This shop has a great selection of yarns and the staff and customers are very welcoming.

Yarn selection is fantastic, they have everything in this store, and plenty of parking. I read the reviews below and wanted to point out that I was in the store today for over 30 minutes, and it took some time for assistance because it is a Saturday, a small store, and they give individual attention to each customer. They are very careful about making sure you have the right yarn for your project, explaining what the fibers may do when washed, etc. Today there were many people, ages, races, genders.... all got the same individual, attentive, assistance and all left very happy - I am talking huge wide smiles - with information, yarn, and tools they needed for their project. I overheard someone asking if one hank would be enough for a project and the sales person said, 'without the pattern I cannot say, it may be best to come back with the pattern to be sure.' She also assisted a young person with accessing knitting communities online - and explained many details of knitting and community for support as a new knitter. Another asked about a yarn and the sales person said, 'come over here, I am knitting with it right now you can see how it knits...' That is how personal your experience is here - they are not trying to sell you the kitchen sink, they are careful to be sure you get what you need to be successful. Come in and be patient, this isn't JoAnns craft store, this is a community with a wealth of knowledge. I have been knitting for over 50 years and got exactly what I needed for my project - after waiting 15+ minutes for her full attention. I will be back soon. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! The shop is very warm and inviting with such beautiful yarns all around. The staff was super friendly and very helpful with answering my questions. I bought a cute project bag made locally and knitting book for hat patterns. I'm very excited they carry local yarn and also freiafiber!!! I will be making this my go to store for my knitting needs read more

Baa Baa Sheep - Knitting Supplies Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Good yarn shop. Decent but not excellent selection of yarn. Helpful staff who gave good service but didn't hover (which I appreciate). They didn't have any sales on the yarn I wanted when I went, but their prices were on par with online and other shops, so the value was decent. This is a good yarn shop. I like a brick-and-mortar shop when selecting yarn, and Baa Baa Sheep has a nice selection of higher end yarn. read more

Amazing service and wonderful selection! I had my skeins wound into cakes, it saves me so much time! Definitely a wonderful yarn shop. read more

Excellent yarn shop. A wide variety of yarn. More variety than in my area, Washington, DC

I went in for the first time as a somewhat beginner knitter trying to get back into it with an ambitious project. The woman there looked up the pattern I was using to make sure I have the right needles, she even measured me so I knew what measurement to use for my pattern. She let me know in what order I'd need each set of needles so I can start off with one pair and one skein and come back for the other needles and more yarn when I get to that point. It showed how much they care about you learning and the quality of your project instead of just selling me a whole bunch of stuff at once. Very helpful, making learning less overwhelming read more

I make it a custom to visit yarn shops while on vacation. This shop was so highly rated that I chose it, instead of many others. Spent a good 15-20 minutes in this shop browsing with intent to purchase. The sales lady (white woman) didnt break away from chatting with her group (of white women) to offer me (a black woman) any assistance. As I moved about the shop to view the collections of yarn, I was never approached with an offer for assistance. Not once did the shop keeper offer to assist me. Not once did she break from leaning over a chair, showing cell phone photos to the group members. I even said "excuse me" twice to move past her... ...she never stopped her conversation, nor did she adjust her position to allow me to walk by with ease. Interestingly enough, two (white) young ladies walked in after me and were greeted and assisted immediately... ...from entrance into the store, all the way through purchase, the two young ladies were assisted by the shop keeper. I am dismayed and quite frankly saddened by the lack of customer service, blatant racism and disparaging treatment. A sign may as well have been posted so that I wouldn't have wasted my time! It's 2019! Enough already! read more

I'm in love with this store in Norfolk! The owner, Roz, is always helpful and welcoming. The selection of yarn is tremendous, and I enjoy just perusing the different textures and colors. This feels like an artist's space. read more

Bright and lively store with the organized products openly set for touching and viewing. Owner Roz is a retired teacher, and her patience with new customers and crafters is refreshing for me to see. She carries not only ChiaoGoo Needles, Classic Elite Yarns, Blue Sky Alpaca, Plymouth Yarns, and many others in large quantities, but also original handdyers and manufacturers that are rarely seen. Besides free coffee and tea, the seating is comfortable for customers and learning students. Parking is ample in the lot and on the street for this young Ghent landmark. I snag every chance to visit whenever I am in the area. read more

Wonderful store, she carries a bit of every thing including some local yarns and fiber. The owner Roz is so accommodating and helpful, she is welcoming to all fiber folk young and old. Roz is nothing but nice to my knitting 10 year old daughter, and is so patient with her. Yarn is organized by weight and she has tons of patterns and pattern books. Her shop has many knitted samples and your are encouraged to touch and try things on. So happy to have a yarn store right here in Norfolk, I will always check with Baa Baa Sheep before going elsewhere or even ordering on line. Prices are just right and very fair. read more

Very helpful and knowledgable - great store! They carry yarn you can't find anywhere else in Norfolk ... and the store is locally owned! This is a great place for you whether you are advanced or beginner. read more

Baa Baa Sheep - I wove this scarf using yarn from Baa Baa Sheep in a class taken at the Hermitage. It turned out beautifully. - Knitting Supplies Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I've never had a less than stellar experience. Good selection, excellent customer service and other shoppers tend to be friendly and helpful, too. read more

Every time I go to this store Roz is incredible. She is so kind and helpful and there is never any pressure to make a purchase. If you're looking for knitting lessons, Roz will help you out and get you set up with one of her classes, workshops or knit alongs. She carries a very good selection of yarn and notions. Since her store opened she has grown and grown. Everyone absolutely adores her and this store. I love shopping and knitting at Baa Baa Sheep! read more

Baa Baa Sheep - Thursday morning knitting! - Knitting Supplies Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

It's Yarn-gallore! It's a small shop tucked away on the far left in opposite end of Pelons. The place is filled with ikea bookshelves full of all sorts of different yarn. I think one thing that I would say is the fact that there were no clear labels as to where specific types of yarn were located. For instance, the cotton yarn that I needed were in the middle isle, but there were no signs for it. I had to ask the owner (the only employee) for assistance in finding things. Not that I mind doing so, I actually prefer talking to an employee, but in this day and age, most people would rather go in, find something real quick and then head out. Aside from that, the yarn here is not your cheap craft yarn. They're a little pricier because it's far better quality. The lady will roll up your hank or skein for you, but be aware that there are no returns after that. They offer knitting classes too! I would definitely come back to this place if I needed more yarn for my weaving class. read more

I came in here because I had just started knitting and was working on a sweater and Nel was sitting down and was amazing. She made me feel comfortable and was so helpful in my sweater making struggle. I feel like this place is the perfect spot for any new comers to feel like they can get the help they need and feel comfortable. read more

I stopped here when I was in Norfolk for work (always have to do the yarn shop inventory). I thought they had a nice selection of yarn, but it was so dark that I couldn't tell what the colors would look like if I actually bought a given yarn. I know what certain colorways look like in lots of brands, and it was hard to find what I was looking for and then hard to identify it because the colors didn't look right, I think because of the dim lighting. Seems like a small thing but in a yarn store it's pretty important to know what a color looks like in brighter light. read more

Best store so far! For local yarn shops there are few choices in the area. This shop stands out in its friendliness and customer service! Roz is a class act, truly kind, interested and encouraging. Her shop is small but her brand and line choices are some of the most popular yarns today. She currently carries Chiaogoo needles and yarns by Plymouth, Cascade, Blue Sky Alpacas and many many others. It is worth the drive! read more

Great yarn shop! Lots of yarns other shops don't carry. Friendly & helpful!

Lovely welcoming shop. Knowledgeable friendly staff, with plenty of beautiful yarns to choose from. Little hard to find if you are not familiar with the Norfolk area, but well worth the hunt. I will definitely be back. read more

Visiting for 5 days, while my son participates in a golf tournament. What a charming, friendly place to share some knitting time! I loved the wide variety of yarns, the many samples to inspire, and the comfortable area to sit and knit.....I will be sure to return any time I am in the area! read more