I'm a noob at knitting. I've tried multiple times to get into it and this time, I like to think I…read morewill stick with it! I was going down to Santa Cruz for a day trip, and bookmarked Yarn Shop Santa Cruz. We drove down and went straight to Yarn Shop SC. Street parking was easy to find. We walked in and immediately saw the sale section. Hallejulah! I didn't know yarn shops had sales. I took home some nice sale yarns as well as some full-priced ones, a sock knitting book, and circular needles. They have a nice selection and service was very helpful. They were busy but friendly and kind and knowledgeable.

Friendly staff, beautiful yarn selection and wonderful variety of notions. Look forward to…read morevisiting when I am in town again.

First time in the shop loved it and I would go back every day if I didn't live five hours awayread more

Cute and fun shop! Very friendly and helpful staff. Great selection of yarn and tools.read more

There are other places to support…read more I came in for a free class. I bought supplies. They were very expensive. I was told that they were the supplies needed for the class. However, others, who came after me, were told they could use less expensive supplies. The class started late. The instructor rapidly went through each step. I left with supplies I do not know how to use. I will not go back.

This is my favorite knitting store in Santa Cruz! It's small, but has a fantastic and varied…read moreselection of yarns and an incredibly knowledgeable and friendly staff. If you're a knitter/crocheter/crafter this is a must go to!

If you're a crafter, this store will be your best friend. They have a wide variety of yarn, hooks…read moreand needles. The ladies working there are always sweet and always compliments finish projects.

For such an amazing place I can't believe I've never been in here. I love the store and have found…read moresome great cross stitch patterns I never thought I'd find. The staff is super helpful and the prices for everything are just right!

Today is Local Yarn Store day across the country, a day that encourages knitters to support…read moreindependent yarn stores, so I made it a point to visit Fillory Yarn, which is in my neighborhood. I used to knit a lot, but lost interest a couple years ago, and recently decided to try and get back in to it. When I arrived at Fillory I was immediately greeted and asked if I needed help with anything. I asked for a simple pattern to help ease me back into knitting. The staff member (maybe the owner?) guided me to a table covered in free patterns they were giving away for LYS day and said I should pick one and then they would help me find the right yarn for the pattern. I picked what I hope is an easy shawl pattern and then another staff member led me to the appropriate yarn section. There were so many choices of beautiful yarn I had a hard time deciding. I finally settled on a skein of Malabrigo in variegated shades of blue. I didn't see the needles I needed for the project, but it turned out they had them behind the counter. It was so convenient to be able to buy everything I needed at once. To top it off, they offered to wind my skein right then and there. Usually yarn shops don't offer this service on special days like today when the shop is crowded with customers. Fillory has been around for many years through several owners. They have a large selection of yarn and helpful employees who work hard. There is also a dedicated space for social knitting if you want to drop by to knit with others. They offer a variety of classes, too.

I don't always walk 40 minutes from my hotel when I'm in-town for a conference, but when I do, it's…read morein 85 degree heat and to visit a San Jose knitting store during the Bay Area Yarn Crawl! After my trek, Fillory Yarn was like an oasis. I immediately felt welcomed by the coziness of the store (it's very welcoming and inclusive), as well as the very friendly and helpful employees. Multiple said hi and welcomed me in, asking if they could do anything for me or if I needed any assistance. I've only recently begun to get into knitting and I loved their social knitting table! More stores should have that. I live in SF and I suppose SJ stores have more space for that. There were multiple people sitting and knitting and chatting. I also appreciated their sale section! I didn't buy anything from that section, but considered it. I also got a 5% off discount off my first purchase for joining their loyalty program. Everyone was so very helpful and friendly, quite a few employees and they all asked if I needed help. I loved their examples of items that were made with yarns they sold. They have an extensive collection and variety across types of yarn, materials, yarns for different items, books, accessories, and items across different price points--there is something for everyone and anyone, which makes sense. Fiber arts are political and I've been very impressed at how stores and fiber arts communities are welcoming everyone of all backgrounds into the fold. I'm disappointed but not surprised that some Yelp reviews reflect people who don't appreciate that inclusivity.

What a lovely colorful shop to visit in downtown Los Altos. I followed a few recommendations for a…read morebeginner project and started on an easy cowl project. There are 1:1 lessons available and lots of group meeting times to knit and visit too. I'll be back soon for project #2.

While walking through downtown Los Altos with my aunt, we stumbled upon Uncommon Thread, a charming…read moreyarn store that instantly caught her eye especially since she had a knitted sweater she hoped to get repaired. When we stepped inside, we were greeted by a warm and bustling scene. A knitting workshop was in full swing with about 15 women attentively listening to a presentation. It felt like a true hub for knitters. The store was neatly organized, with shelves full of beautiful yarn in all colors and textures. Alongside the yarn were various hand-knitted items available for sale. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and for a Sunday afternoon, the store was packed which, judging by the atmosphere, is probably the norm for them. My aunt approached the front desk and spoke with a staff member about her sweater. The woman was kind, informative, and wrote down helpful details about when their repair expert would be in. She even provided a business card for follow-up. Although we didn't make any purchases this time, I was impressed by how well-stocked and inviting the store was. As someone who doesn't knit, I could still see how this would be a dream spot for any knitting enthusiast offering not just supplies, but community and expertise. 5 out of 5 - for the welcoming vibe, knowledgeable staff, and well-organized space. If I ever take up knitting, this is where I'd go.

Amazing curated selection of sewing equipment and supplies. I picked up some nice fabric, a Made…read morein Japan toolbox, and some professional Japanese shears today. I'm very happy with everything. The staff were helpful in my quest to make custom clothes for my daughter, which my wife and I have been wanting to do for years. They even have a large format printer that can print patterns. This is a wonderful store and shopping experience, and I will definitely return here for classes when possible. 10/10, highly recommended.

Had an AMAZING intro to sewing class w/ Erica. I had sewed before but it had been a while and I…read moretruly didn't understand all the quirks of a sewing machine. She took us through step by step and helped us to learn each of the parts to being our sewing journey. The class is 3 hours but it seriously flies by. I am looking forward to booking another class!

I thought I had left a review long ago, but I guess not! The owner is super friendly and helpful. I…read morelike the fiber and brand variety she brings to the shop. She also offers lots of classes too! I just signed up for the embroidery on knitting class at the end of the month and I'm excited! Highly recommend checking this place out if you're a fiber person!

I popped in during the Bay Area yarn crawl and much to my surprise this yarn shop is delightful…read more The staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable with lots of different varieties of yarn to choose from. I definitely will be back.

As someone who quilts and loves to travel which includes plenty of road trips, Hart's Fabric was at…read morethe top of my list for my first stop after driving straight up from Los Angeles. I arrived around 11am and was excited to pick out fabrics for a new quilt project and had high hopes for this place! Unfortunately, I was told they don't have a public restroom which of course made the experience rushed and uncomfortable after several hours on the road. I was hoping to take my time looking and picking out fabric but ended up only grabbing a zipper before needing to move on...and I still wasn't able to use the restroom before leaving. During my brief stop, I did notice some cute Ruby Star Society fabric, lots of notions, a variety of materials, and bins of $4.50 fat quarters. I wish I had been able to enjoy more.

Quality beyond compare. Harts is one of the last quality fabric stores in the Bay Area. Not only do…read morethe have a wide selection and range of fabric types, but they carry the most unique and hard to find gems. I can always count on walking away with a one of a kind fabric choices.

This place is definitely up there with regards to all of the card shops I've visited!…read more The atmosphere was great (not crowded at all, but I went with a couple of friends close to closing) and the person at the counter was friendly, knew their stuff, and easy to talk to. Good selection of singles, and the prices are reasonable too. Would totally come back again!

Best card shop in Gilroy! They always have a good selection and are always friendly with my 9 year…read moreold who takes forever to decide on what he wants to add to his pokemon collection. Lol great place to take your kiddo who wants to add some singles to their pokemon collection as they have a good selection of unique cards for a good price. They also have an awesome stream on whatnot as well.