Strand Wools, located on Green Lane is a fantastic shop. Its a shame that there aren't many craft…read moreshops left in Derby, but this one is a real gem. The shop has a great selection of wools, patterns, etc & staff are helpful & have time to discuss with you your various craft problems. Its tucked away, but definatly a good find!

Strand Wools have a good selection of yarn, patterns and knitting/crocheting accessories. Selling…read moremostly Sirdar branded patterns and yarn, staff are very friendly and helpful and can order wool in for you if they don't have the type you are after. The don't sell too much speciality yarn or accessories but is perfect for all your necessities.

By British standards a pretty big craft store. We drive to the store because Mrs G wanted to do…read moresome crocheting, had been studying techniques and patterns for a while and was ready to go! While the choices and quality of the wool/yarn (whatever you call it) were (apparently) very good their stock of crochet needles was very poor. Indeed all the useful sizes (she needed 5 or 5.5 mm) were out of stock - they only had the small and large that virtually no-one wants. Staff less than helpful too :( She ended up buying a 4mm needle because she was very keen to get started. It was useless and wo we ended up having to order a set of needles from Amazon. Lesson learned - just order everything from Amazon! Pity - zero thumbs up Review #2 2020

Hook & Eye is a brilliant little haberdasher, with all the bits and bobs you could possibly want…read morefor customising clothing, sewing and crafting. They have hundreds of buttons and beads, ribbons and zips, felt and braid, and are very happy to help you pick something out if you're having difficulty in choosing. They also sell some knitting patterns and cross stitch kits, although the range is pretty limited - a case of trying to stock a little bit of everything I think. But if you like your cross stitch, it's worth knowing that they do stock Anchor branded embroidery threads, as well as a small range of cross stitch fabric.

Absolutely excellent service and a vast array of habberdashery meterials inc dress makimg patterns…read morealong with large selection of buttons and fastenings for all your needs.