I am visiting from SoCal and went to Lofty Lou's yarn shop. I was looking for the ChiaGoo cube shape needles. They did not have them but the worker there did call another store down towards Sacramento to see if they had them. She went out of her way to help me get what I wanted even though they did not have the item. Great service and I will be back the next time I am up that way. read more

great selection and super helpful staff! I have taken classes there and really enjoyed them

Hey! If you're looking for great yarn, thinking of starting a new hobby, or just want to hang out with fellow crafters, this is your store! I love how every sales person is eager and willing to step in and help! For FREE! They give great advice , are encouraging and knowledgeable. They've got me coming back! Check them out! read more

Coming from one local business on Main Street I was excited to support another local business by shopping for items for my daughters and my new hobby however I cannot support being treated so condescendingly. I was so embarrassed. Here is how badly I was treated. Them: Can I help you find something? Me: I'm looking for a crochet needle. Them scoffing: Ha do you mean a crochet hook? Do you even crochet? Me: See ya! The End read more

Customer service and selection. I had no idea what I was looking for And they l d me right to it! Now to give yarn to my mom to have a blanket made read more

Very nice selection of yarns and samples. Staff was welcoming and friendly. I purchased yarn and one set of needles. Convenient location on Main St. read more

Lofty Lou's Yarn Shop - Yarn! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Placerville, California

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Great yarn shop! The windows are always an awesome inspiration! Worth a ride to Placerville just to see the window display!

I'm so incredibly thankful for Debi and Susan. I needed yarn that needed to be caked and they helped me without question. Great customer service is hard to come by in today's world and I can't recommend them and this store enough. read more

My wife loves this store. We're visiting from out of town and the shop is right across from our hotel. We've been here a couple days and my wife has been in the shop 3 times! We have a huge bag of yarn to bring home. She's planning on making blankets and scarves for Christmas. We loved their selection of yarn and the women who own the store are super nice and helpful. We especially enjoyed the clearance section because we are still new to crochet and it helps to have a wide range of types and colors to practice with. We got a punch card and whenever we are here (hopefully we will be moving back up soon) this will be our go to for yarn supplies. read more

Very helpful people at this yarn store. Very well organized too. They have different price ranges for yarn as well. What really stands out is how helpful everyone was. I went I twice in three days and it was the same. Very helpful. They allowed me to browse without being pushy. I love that they told me about their classes even though I live 2 hours away. I would come back just for a class with this super group of people! read more

GREAT yarn store!! Big selection and friendly employees! In the heart of downtown Placerville on Main Street. Parking on the street or in the small lots around town. It's cheerful and happy! The one employee printed off a pattern for me. I'm a newbie so I'd never heard of that. Then they helped me choose the right yarn. I'll be back - maybe for some classes!!! read more

Lofty Lou's Yarn Shop - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Placerville, California

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Cute shop with lots of great yarn and friendly employees who allow you to wander and fondle the yarn at your leisure. It's well organized and even has a place in the back for classes and knit night. Everyone has been welcoming, helpful and generous with their time to help you find what you didn't know you needed. I am a long time shopper at Lofty Lou's. When she sold her shop, I was glad she sold it to people as kind as she. Then when the shop moved from the cute little cottage, I was happy to learn the new place is as cute as the first location. I'm sure Lou, wherever she is, is happy her shop is thriving. read more

Fantastic yarn store - my absolute favorite in the area! The staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, and savvy enough to let you browse and wander undisturbed, if that's your MO. But the moment you need help, they're right there with answers and suggestions. And the yarn!!! Such a range -- from high end staples to gorgeous, one-of-a-kind skeins by local artists to solid, good quality budget yarns. And all of is it organized beautifully in a bright, clean store. 5 stars! read more

Lofty Lou's is part of what makes Main Street Placerville so special. It is a top quality yarn store with a great range of selection from your basic wool to your fancy handdyes and more exotic fibers. It's also well organized so I rarely even need help finding anything. The comments on customer service in some of the other reviews are a bit extra - sure, not everyone pounces when you walk in the door, but we introverts appreciate that. If you do ask a question, you'll definitely get an answer and staff is willing to wind your yarn or look up patterns if you forgot to figure out what exactly you needed. But given this is a collectively owned and operated business, if you don't click with the person helping you one day, chances are there will be someone you prefer the next. read more

I had the fortunate experience of visiting Lofty Lou's in Placerville for the first time this afternoon and meeting Cynthia who is now my Crochet GURU--OMG-- she is amazing!! She set me straight on a crochet project from a 1930's crochet book that had me absolutely stumped. I was so frustrated and Cynthia set it all straight. And what an amazing store--an absolute goldmine for the knitter/crocheter/crafter--I will definitely be back!! And I might add I found the crochet thread that I needed to complete my project that I had been to several other stores and the internet and had been unable to find. Do yourself a favor and get thee to Lofty Lou's in Placerville!!! read more

Placerville yarn shop, Lofty Lou's, is on the main drag, right in the thick of things. The vibe is lively and the store is chock full of yarny goodness. I had a gift certificate, and found my favorite yarn, soft n lovely Brown Sheep wool to make the next pair of felted clogs. Staff let me know upon arrival that they were there to help, just let them know when I needed them. Perfect stop just before lunch. read more

This is a terrific little shop. Great yarn selection, including Mountain Colors, Madelinetosh, and Malabrigo (some of my favorites), all in a variety of colors. Every time I stop by the staff is very friendly and helpful. read more

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A few weekends ago I made a point to go here to get out of the big box craft stores and the wal-mart. I've been in here before, but never have looked very seriously to purchase anything. The selection for me was overwhelming, but a lot of that has to do with me being a little green when it comes to fibers. I walked around and petted all of the pretty things with my mouth agape and eyes wide. It's tactile heaven. There service was just OK. T here was a trio of people that seemed to be very experienced and regulars, and although the clerk offered help, I felt a little out of place and not entirely welcomed. But who knows, the guys she was talking to was sort of an obnoxious know it all, maybe she was politely trying to find an out. I didn't get that feeling, but after they finally left I asked for some advice and told her I was sort of new and she helped me out. I noticed she didn't try and upsale me, and that I very much appreciate. I will definitely be back, but I do sort of hope to have a little more friendly clerk. Heck, maybe they should hire me for weekends... read more

I wanted to learn how to make a blanket and was excited to find this store. I was hoping to get some help or tips from the people that know best and buy the right materials. Due to Covid mask are required, no big deal. I walk in mask on, the lady with the short white gray hair asks me to put it above my nose, sure no problem. Except, I think she was so upset I walked in with my mask below my nose all she did was glare at me as if I'm going to steal. Never asks if I needed help and definitely didn't seem approachable at this point. They had some really nice items, I just wish the staff or that women would change their approach with customers. Unfortunately won't be going back. read more

I can still get my yarn during Covid from these lovely ladies. Thanks for all the tips

Absolutely...one of the finest yarn stores, I have ever been to. I wish we had Lofty Lou's in Portland! Very friendly & knowledgeable staff and they are so helpful!!! Huge store with tons of amazing samples an their yarn selection...on a another level! :-) I wished I lived closer so I could take some of their classes, they look like fun! If you are in the Placerville area, this is a must see...you will not be disappointed! read more

Nice yarn shop. I was especially happy to find spinning and weaving supplies here. The yarn selection is good and they have some nice fiber for spinning as well. If you find yourself here stop in and have breakfast next door (Sweetie Pie's). Now I just have to spin up the fiber I bought :) read more

I went in here with a friend. There were two employees at the counter. We were not greeted even though two other customers who came after us were. We were ignored while the other customers were offered help. We spent about ten minutes shopping and were ready to stand in line when we decided "to hell with it". They don't need our business. I know that Lou died some time ago. Good service apparently died with her. read more

With this store's amazing selection, I want to give it a 5, but twice I've gone in for a specific high end yarn and though they have plenty of the good stuff, they didn't have what I needed either time. This is still better in every way than buying from a big box store, and for people like me who only enjoy knitting with natural fibers, the selection is nice. read more

Excellent service. I got lots of help from Nancy to find what I needed as a basic knitter

Came to visit from So. Cal. and found Lofty Lou's. Wonderful shop with sooo much to choose from! Found the staff to be very helpful and enjoyed the time I spent there. I will be back!!! Stop by and pick up lots of beautiful yarn.... I did! read more

This place is as I remember fine yarn shops in San Francisco 60 years ago....small, packed with so much to drool over, inspiration that makes me wish to be a millionaire, and the people know what they are doing and are happy to help. I haven't been in since the expansion but am so excited that I will be going there tomorrow for Cashmere yarn to knit myself a pair of bed socks. Try finding cashmere yarn in any other town, large or small! read more

I have been a customer at Lofty Lou's since Lou opened the shop 20+ years ago! I'm thrilled with the recent expansion of this business. The new team, of which Lou is a member, is enthusiastic, creative, knowledgeable, and very customer oriented. I'm impressed with the huge variety of yarns, fibers, patterns, notions, reasonable prices, and "university" knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, and felting classes that are available. The positive, creative energy is invigorating. I love all of the events such as the grand opening, trunk show, weekly evening knitting gatherings, and Knit in Public. Staff in the store have great ideas for projects and are incredibly helpful, (even over the phone!) if I get stuck. When you visit the shop, be sure to sign up to receive their e-mails. Their e-mails are timely, clear, fun, and announce events in advance, welcoming all to join! I love being a member of this welcoming, innovative, and enthusiastic knitting community! Come join us! Jeannine W. read more

I am a yarn shop junkie so trust me when I say this is one of the best yarn stores I have ever visited! Very nice selection of yarn; as another reviewer noted it's a bit pricy, but no more so than any other strictly yarn store, especially considering the extensive variety of yarns from around the world. I personally have found the customer service to be consistently excellent, and I wouldn't consider myself to be a regular, so they aren't just being friendly and helpful because they recognize me. They have a nice yarn winding service (for yarns bought in-store), and I have found them to be especially gracious and helpful with knitting instructions even if you didn't buy the yarn in the store. read more

I always go to Lofty Lou's when I'm in the area. I always find yarn or a project that I can't live without! Good work ladies!

you have to love a yarn shop, especially if you do needle work, like I do. who ever is buying their materials has a great eye for color. nice selection, and as usually for a non-chains tore yarn shop, its pricey. but who cares...knitting is a meditation and if you want to make something, make something nice. its an indulgence, so go for it. read more