I've been knitting now for 11 months and always look forward to my time at Eva's. She was helped me with projects, guided me to the right yarn and encouraged me along the way. I love the yarn selection and enjoy stopping by to work on my knitting. The knitting group is always friendly and encouraging. Eva's yarn is the BEST! read more

Beautiful store, beautiful yarn--but an absolutely terrible customer experience. I walked in ready to spend money on yarn for several upcoming projects, but the staff were incredibly rude, cold, and unwelcoming. When I asked about classes, I was met with such a dismissive attitude that I honestly felt embarrassed for even asking. After leaving, I checked the reviews and was disappointed to see that I'm clearly not the only person who has experienced this treatment. I wanted to support this local business, but I won't spend my money somewhere I'm made to feel unwelcome. Beautiful products mean very little when the customer service is this poor. read more

This is by far my favorite yarn shop I have ever been to. I've been crocheting for 25 years and they have everything from luxury yarns such as Noro to more affordable brands like Cascade. I was lucky enough to meet Eva herself and she is very kind and helpful. When you need a quality yarn this is the place to go. read more

Love their selection! So many options WOW. The people there were so nice and very helpful! read more

Eva's Needlework - Pretty yarn! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Eva's Needlework is a hidden gem! She carries the largest selection of yarn in the valley, is happy to give advice on your project, and encourages you to try new things. There is also a back room filled with 50% off yarn and free pattern books where you can find some real treasures. read more

beautiful yarn selection, helpful and experienced staff. Assortment of straight and circular needles, yarn holders, etc is very good. Huge selection of patterns. read more

Not a friendly environment. Went in looking to purchase multiple skeins for scarves. Barely a hello. 'I'm looking for yarn for a scarf' 'They all could be used for a scarf'. Ok. Thank you. Next. read more

It's high time I do a review of Eva's after coming here for over 30 years! First of all, this is where they taught me to knit all those years ago and I am forever grateful that they taught me a skill that I have continued to learn and improve over all these years. Eva is a gem and genius in her field! She is kind and patient. I've watched many knit stores come and go in this area but Eva's is steadfast, reliable and has great yarn to choose from. I highly recommend this place if you want to know this wonderful craft! Thank you Eva for being here! read more

Eva is amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, caring. Anything you'd like to learn she will help.

I'm a novice knitter and already a yarn snob. ;) This store is heaven! While it's not very big, it has ALL of the yarn you could ever need or want. Eva carries exquisite yarn from producers like MadelineTosh, Malabrigo, Debbie Bliss, Shibui, etc. The variety of yarn, as well as the colorways, are stunning. As you would imagine, Eva's a highly-skilled knitter and the patience of a saint. She's saved me from multiple newbie screw-ups without making me feel badly about it. The women who come into the store to knit are also gems. They're very friendly and encouraging. Now if you're looking for inexpensive acrylic yarn to knock out a simple project, Joann's or Michael's remain your best bets. Right tool for the job and all. When you want to craft projects from truly lovely yarns that will last a lifetime - come here. read more

I've been shopping at Eva's for the last 15 years. They have beautiful, quality yarns that you're not going to find anywhere else locally. They are my go-to yarn shop for every project. read more

I am blown away at the stock, variety, and quality of the yarns at this store! You get used to the regular Michaels/JoAnns, but the unique yarns here are exceptional! The owner told us delightful to visit with and has a wealth of knowledge to share! Hi visit! read more

My wife loves this place and the women who work and gather there. Thanks Eva for keeping your heart and store open. Many are blessed because of it. Our family calls Eva's Needlework "Cheers" for my wife since everyone knows her name there and cares for her. read more

Though I hadn't been to the store in several years, it is the only place I'd go to for my needlepoint supplies in the area. The ladies are very helpful. They have a huge selection and dozens of colors! I love coming here. read more

Very helpful and large selection of yarn. Prices are reasonable too. Hours are convenient.

I got beautiful Malabrigo, Cascade, and Araucania yarns here during an event. The Araucania was a part of the very generous goodie bags (tote bag, 433yds of Araucania sock -- superwash wool+ polyamide, knitting needle gauge, a cowl pattern) they were giving away for an event. The ladies at Eva's Needlework were warm, lovely, and helpful. The yarn selection was exquisite (they even carry stuff with super soft yak in it!) and extensive. Pricing was exactly the same as you'd find online (Jimmy Beans, Craftsy, etc) but actually lower than WEBS as of this review. Seeing and feeling the yarn is incomparable to just ordering online as well! read more

Eva's Needlework - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

I love the quality and selection of yarns available here! Everyone is very knowledgeable and offers helpful advice when asked. So happy to support this local small business! read more

I went in to spend money on yarn. I was completely ignored for an extended period of time. I needed help, got none, and walked out past the person working there, without acknowledgement. I will never go back. read more

Today was my first time visiting Eva's Needlework. I went into the store, because I had a question about a knitting project I had started; there was a mistake and I did not know how to fix it. Eva is an absolute knitting angel! I showed her the area in question and she determined what the mistake was and was able to take project apart up to that point. Eva was able to put the project back on my circular needles and she did so very quickly; I think it took her less than 10 minutes. I was really worried that I'd need to start the project over. I also purchased some yarn and Eva was kind enough to help me find enough skeins of the color I wanted. Customer service is important to me and I will definitely return to this store. Exceptional service and a very calm atmosphere. read more

Rude, rude, rude. We were asking questions about yarns for a project and she seemed clearly annoyed at having to put her own project down to help us. This shop is not for the novice person or anyone unfamiliar with yarns. Stick with Joann where the employees are happy to help. read more

I've popped in several times in the last two months. Eva, the proprietor has been there each time. My mother and I have been greeted warmly and the one-on-one attention has been very nice. At this point I've just stopped for patterns and yarn. I look forward to staying a while to actually chat and work on a project. Eva was very helpful in bringing yarn choices to my mom at the table. That helped my mom to feel included (she is not very mobile). read more

I stopped in while I was in town and it was pretty packed on a Saturday morning, but I was greeted right away and the lady asked if I needed any help. I said I was looking for sock yarn and she said I was in the right place (the sock yarn was right near the door). She asked a couple times if I needed anything even though she was knitting with a large group, so I did not feel at all neglected. I was in a bit of a hurry so didn't get to check out the whole store, but I found a couple nice sock yarns to purchase. I saw a lot of the same brands I see where I live, didn't really notice anything unusual, but as I said I didn't really have time to browse. I would come back if I were in the area. read more

Was looking for some cotton yarn to make dishrags, my favorite hobby. The lady who showed me the yarn was pleasant. There were a few ladies there working on projects and visiting with each other. I was told there are evening get-togethers for people who want to work on their projects and get help. I bought a couple of skeins of yarn, and loved the colors, but they were more than 2x as expensive as the yarn I got at Joann's for the same project. read more

I was in there yesterday & just like any beginner I wanted help to knit my daughter a blanket for her first Christmas & the lady that was there was so straight forward rude and just didn't really care on helping me to start or guide me on how to start for that matter I wish I woulda had a better experience but I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone to be honest I'd say to go to Joanns you'd get better help there read more

Well stocked local yarn shop. Friendly group to knit with and Eva is an excellent teacher!

terrible customer service, honestly to come in multiple times and spend hundreds of dollars each time to be completely treated like shit it's not worth it, especially in thousand oaks don't waste your time go somewhere worth it read more

Fantastic yarn store! Eva and her staff are quick to help you find the perfect yarn. They don't hover, which is nice. Eva is always bringing in new yarns and has classes on new techniques. One of my favorite places to visit! read more

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I waited for 20 minutes trying to buy yarn, gave up, and went home. Totally ignored by the unfriendly staff. All they do is cater to regulars at the table. Not even a "Hello". They wouldn't even look at me. I certainly see how they get their rep. as being unfriendly. I don't know how she stays in business. Very, very unhelpful, nasty vibe. read more

This is the first yarn shop I've been to ever since I moved to L.A.. I missed going to the candy store (AKA yarn shop). Cute little store, but great variety of yarns! There's a big table right when you enter the store where you can work on your projects. I like how the owner combined both needlework and yarn together. Parking wasn't a problem. The location is simply perfect. A bakery right across from the shop & little shops around. Love it! Easily accessible from 23 & the 101. read more

Evas is interesting. I have never really gotten the helpful vibe from the staff which when you want it can be kinda irritating. They always have sale yarns but most of them are in bulk bundles so if you are making matching scarves or hats for the whole family or that crazy cardigan you have been telling yourself you will eventually make then it's great. They have a fair amount of luxury yarns and prices can be a bit on the hefty side. They also have a nice selection of needles. read more

I've heard that when you go into Eva's during the day to purchase goods that they are not very helpful or welcoming. However I came here Wednesday evenings to learn to crochet and I loved it. The adorable german lady who teaches is very sweet and helpful and knowledgeable. The "class" feels more like a knitting group which is really nice and the other ladies are very cheery and talkative. The fee for the class was very low, the yarns and supplies are a little pricey. I loved learning to crochet here and will be returning to learn how to knit. read more

Super fantastic help! Eva has quite a selection of yarn. Wonderful helpful and knowledgeable staff!

This shop isn't anything to write home about but it's helped me in a bind when I was in the area and needed notions. I wouldn't go out of my way to visit this shop but it seems like a reliable source for LYS-quality staples (think a step or two above Michael's). Pros: +open on Mondays +large selection of workhorse yarn, pattern magazines, needles, notions, and needlepoint supplies Cons: -mediocre service* -no special/interesting yarn aside a very small selection of Madelinetosh and Malabrigo -the store is a bit of a mess with stock all over the floor -stock felt dated/not on trend and staff isn't tech savvy -prices for some items seemed high, especially given the other cons *As other reviewers noted, the staff ignored me until I sought their assistance. They weren't rude, but customer service obviously isn't their focus. For example, on today's trip I bought some buttons and needles, and the saleswoman had to search around for a bag then emptied some things out of a small paper bag that was too small for the needles and put the needles and the buttons loose in the bag. Every yarn shop I've bought buttons from in the past has put them in a ziploc baggie. Review based on 3 visits. read more

Eva took time to help me search for just the right yarns for my projects. Being an Ohioian I don't get to shop her store often, but she has exceeded expectations both times I have been there. read more

I hadn't been in to Eva's in years and just stop by because I was having difficulty with a project and wanted to see if they had something I needed for it and if they could help me figure out my problem. The women who helped me was so sweet and helpful. She had the artistic eye I needed to confirm what my project was missing and found the perfect yarn to tie it all together and make a masterpiece. Eva's is an enchanted wonderland of gorgeous unique yarn with amazing textures and colors. I have to be careful not to spend a fortune there because everything is so lovely. It is also extremely organized and the women who helped me was very familiar with their products and with knitting in general. I am sorry they don't have more wonderful reviews and after my fabulous experience I felt compelled to leave one. Thank you for all the help. Can't wait to see my finished project. read more

After doing the LA yarn crawl and visiting most of the area yarn stores I am happy to return to Eva's. Solid selection of yarn types, books, and good help available - I keep making mistakes but the experienced staff are quickly able to figure out a solution! $5 Wednesday PM and Sat AM beginner help!! Thanks Eva and staff for being my knitting home. read more

I am in out Eva for the last 15 years, the attention helpful always very good, excited get there to purchase my supplies.

I enjoy going to Eva's, she has a wide range of yarns and prices, books and patterns. Eva also has boxed projects and you can get the help you need to complete the project. People usually try and be very helpful to one another at the table. read more

It is my LYS (local yarn shop) and it is OK. The owner is nice enough and always willing to help me with my project, but she does seemed more worried about the people that are working at the table. The other staff is much nicer. They do have a great selection of yarn, but it is extremely disorganized. You can have all the yarn in the world, but if you can't find anything what's the point? Personally, I drive into the Valley for most of my supplies. Much nicer stores. read more

I think the store has a lot to offer when it comes to supplies, but I'm highly disappointed in the customer service. I walked in and the owner asked how she can help. I felt it was like pulling teeth to get her to actually help me. They did not give me a welcome feeling. I told her I wanted to learn to crochet. She pointed to where the needles were. I asked if she had any suggestions or anything for what I should get because I'm a beginner. She made a comment that I need to pick the size yarn first and she continued on with what she was doing while the woman beside her was looking at me and chuckled. Alright, so I am wandering around aimlessly trying to pick out the yarn. I hear another woman and the owner talking about the store's reviews online. Particularly the negative ones. She says "I don't know what that's all about." They thought it was because of another employee who they knew was rude. I have to laugh now because, clearly, the owner doesn't realize she needs to reevaluate her own customer service skills. Anyway, so I pick out a yarn and walk over to the owner. I tell her I would like to crochet a scarf for my son and asked if this was a good choice. She gave me a smirk and said, "it's warm." Ok now, for somebody who is supposed to be knowledgeable and the owner of the store, I was thinking I would receive a little more help. I kept up my smile and asked, "ok, great, now can you help me with what needle I need?" She only helped if I asked a question and she was very short with any question I asked. I told her I was a beginner and instead of feeling welcomed, I just felt judged the entire time. I think the reason why it bugs me so much is because the yarn that I picked out is definitely NOT a good starting yarn for a beginner! I picked it because I thought it was good quality and it looked pretty. It is way too small for me to learn with! I was thinking about going back to pick out more, but decided I'll be a lot happier going to another store. read more