Knowledgeable, friendly and cozy are the best ways to describe New England Yarn. Mary, the owner,…read moreis a former public librarian so she knows her way around finding the right book, yarn or notion for customers. Prices are about average for what you would expect to pay at a local yarn shop. This is not a big box store and the quality of service and products shows that. Classes are available and I have taught a few myself.

Just learned of this little gem yarn store ! Mary assisted with a knitting afghan and went out of…read moreher way to assist. Made sure I returned to support this quaint - local shop. Mary again assisted with my questions.

I am in love with this store. I can do some basic crochet, but am a near expert level shopper. This…read moreshop is gorgeous, beautiful yarn is everywhere and it feels very relaxed. There are a lot of samples of work decorating the store. There's even a large table on one side with "Open Table Time" to work on projects. The yarn is higher quality, with all different colors, textures, fibers... It is perfect for so many projects, time allowing! There are also a lot of kits (crochet your own dog, anyone?) for knitting, crochet, and wool. I wish I could describe it more, but seeing is involved so much in truly appreciating how beautiful everything is. This shop is for anyone who loves their fiber arts.

Knit & Pearls is a great yarn shop in Central CT and definitely worth visiting! The yarn selection…read moreis very good with frequent sales and lower prices than you will find anywhere else for top quality wool and other fibers. The owner Susanne is truly an enthusiastic knitter and this shop cannot be beat for samples of knitting! If you love to see a finished garment in the yarn you are considering, this is the place! I've never seen a shop that produces a full size sample per month! Amazing! Also this shop is extremely well organized! I am somewhat biased as I did teach crochet there and loved every minute of teaching at Knit & Pearls. Ample parking and it's next to Luke's Donut OMG super hot coffee and delish donut holes so beware. Watch for lively yarn events and trunk shows- you are sure to make wonderful fiber friends here.

I used to live in Connecticut. I don't remember the name of the place where I would buy things, but…read morethey had large collection of hand, dyed thread and multi fabric that was not your usual fabric for cross stitching embroidery and other needle cross just trying to locate.

A great store for needlepoint enthusiasts! They had adorable canvases for sale and had the thread…read moresize I needed (that I couldn't find in any other craft store) Support local and stop in here! They have a great variety and the woman who was working when I stopped in was very friendly :)

If you're a knitter and looking for a yarn shop, then this place is for you. I've never seen so…read moremany things of yarn in one place in my life. Although I don't knit or crochet, I stopped in just to have a look around, and it's so pretty and well stocked in here. Def worth checking out if you're a crafter!

This store is everything a knitter could want. Selection, customer service, and aesthetics. When…read moreyou open the door, as the kids say, it passes the vibe check. Bright, airy, and organized this store is a dream. A great selection of yarns from national brands to indie dyers. The loft area is where the sale items are and all of the books. I went with a list and came out with everything that I needed. I bought a beautiful project bag there and a Stephen West book. The customer service is outstanding. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. It's a bit of a ride for me from Fairfield County but you know what? It's worth it.

I attended a memoir intensive workshop last week in Spencertown and was able to shoot into Chatham…read moreto visit here. I bought three skeins of Cascade yarn to make a shawl i saw in the shop. There were so many great colors to choose from! I had to make a quick decision because I was short on time. The woman who helped me was so gracious to wind the yard right away and check me out. Two days later I went in again and the back part of the store was abuzz with everyone knitting and laughing together. What a delightful place! This made my experience in upstate New York that much richer. Thank you for the great yarn selection, reasonable prices and warm ambiance.

Excellent selection of yarns and at a very decent price. The store itself is beautifully arranged,…read moremaking it easy to browse. I believe I was speaking to the owner when I visited and she was very polite and helpful.

Wonderful large selection of yarn and very knowledgable and friendly owner! Like Toys R Us for…read moreknitters and crocheters. The prices are great. Love this store!

Omg, what a fantastic yarn store! Very good selection and very good prices. I will definitely be…read moreback next time I'm this way again. Great service, too.

Cute yarn shop with a lot of variety for different types of yarn. They were hosting a class while I…read morewent in but the staff was super nice when they got a chance. I loved that they have example makes of items you can make with the yarn. I bought a couple of skeins of eco friendly recycled cotton / polyester yarn for my next price

I went here after attending the Rhinebeck NY Sheep and Wool festival. I wasn't sure if we were…read morewould get there before it closed, but was happy to see the friendly staff had extended the hours. The yarn shop was larger than I expected and I purchased a lot more yarn here, than at the crowded festival. I even bought some awesome fluffy pom-poms at a reasonable price. Loved it here, it was peaceful after the crowds at the festival. Great distillery across the street to entertain the rest of my group while I shopped in peace.

This is where I learned to sew, mend my own clothes, and where I buy all my sewing notions, yarn,…read moreetc. I bring all my friends who visit town here--they have all kinds of sewing/knitting/weaving classes, great for an activity if you're visiting the Berkshires, or to grab a local present for yourself or friends or mom! Super artsy & fun.

From the owner: Hart GB is a place for textile enthusiasts of all levels to learn new skills, build on existing…read moreskills, and find a community of people who share in the joy of making things with their hands. We carry a selection of weaving, knitting, crochet, rug punch, basket making, and embroidery, and sewing supplies. The Hart retail space carries art + objects made in the studio as well as work other local artists, including ceramics, textiles, clothing, and artwork.