EEEEP! new yarn shop in Glasgow :)…read more I spoke to the lady and she said she had been open for a couple of months and she is just about to start doing lessons, at first push of the door you might think its locked but its not - its just a bit sticky - it caught me and another customer out :) I wasn't in very long but there was a good selection of drops yarn and some other lovely yarns too - this is not a shop to pop in for your acrylics etc. they sell knitpics needles and the owner is lovely and friendly. its a good location just at the end of Trongate and you can walk to in in ten minutes from central station.

Great little shop with a nice selection of yarn, buttons and knitting supplies. Plus, major points…read morefor having local yarn. I love getting yarn while traveling and it is always nice to get something that you can't find anywhere else. Very friendly service as well.

I came here in an emergency. My caterpillar cuddly toy that I've had since birth had a hole in his…read moreside, it was touch and go and he needed some stitches fast. I didn't know where to turn, so I rushed along to Marjorys Wool Shop to get a green thread repair kit. The shop assistant, I'm not sure if this was Marjory or not, was very helpful and showed me an array of green shades. I picked the perfect shade to match Pillie, made my purchase which was much cheaper than I'd expected and rushed back to begin the operation. Thankfully, the shop assistant had reminded me to buy needles too so I was ready to get stitching. The operation was a success, it took the patient a while to recover, but he's now in tip top shape, good as new! A great shop, and very popular too as there were a few other customers when I was there in my hour of need. Prices very reasonable and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. I have attached a picture of the patient in the operating theatre.

I'm not a knitter but I know a few and it certainly does seem to be having a strong come back in…read morethe fashion stakes. Subsequently, I feel this little place is worthy of a review. It has obviously been here for a while and not much has changed in this period. The rows of dated patterns posters remain proudly stuck up in the window along side some really sweet floral wreath (type things). Inside, you'll find a good selection of wool in an array of colours, thicknesses, qualities and price ranges. Meanwhile, the staff always seem friendly and helpful. Ideal for any knitting relating questions. My only reservation is that in the past few weeks I've not seen it open while passing on the bus. While, I'm more than happy to admit that this in itself is not unusual due to my 'out of office hours' schedule; I'm also slightly concerned that it may have closed down. Fear not, trusty yelpers. I shall investigate my suspicion further and update the review accordingly. Till then, if you happen to notice it's door wide, open and smiling then dive in for a look. It's well worth it and you'll appear ultra chic.

We took our daughter in law to this amazing place as she was searching for knitting wool. She found…read moreexactly what she wanted but more than that, she felt welcomed and the service was second to none. Pity we live so far away but there is online shopping and the phone.

Stopped in Kathy's Knits today. What a lovely lady Kathy is. Got some wool for a tea cozy pattern I…read morealso purchased and some self pattern sock yarn. Can't wait to get these patterns started. She has a nice selection of yarn, patterns and needles. You won't be disappointed. Thanks Kathy from Texas, USA.

Once again, I'm NOT disappointed! I returned for a new project and was pleased to see Lucy again…read more(so I could learn more about her beautiful Celtic designs) and get some more wool.

Lovely shop with a beautiful selection of hand dyed yarns. Super friendly clerk. A must stop for a…read moreyarn lover

A more perfectly formed yarn shop can not possibly exist! Everything about Ginger Twist Studio is…read morecarefully thought out to maximise the space in the tiny little shop. The owner, Jess, dyes her own yarn by hand, and her waterfall of 'Ginger's Hand Dyed' is a sight to behold, almost every colour you could imagine is on the wall and it's a real challenge not to bring one home every time you visit! Not only hand dyed, there is a range of yarns, patterns, needles and notions to suit all budgets and abilities. Jess is always happy to answer questions, make suggestions, or put the kettle on for a wee cup of tea and a chat over some yarny pursuits. The shop has regular classes too where you can learn to knit or crochet as a complete beginner, or develop more complex skills and techniques. Ginger Twist Studio really does stand out in the craft scene in Edinburgh and if you're visiting the city you'd be mad not to visit this little hidden gem!

Woohoo! A real yarn and stitching shop, this is a real Aladdins cave of all things squishy and…read moreknitty. There is an enormous selection of both yarns and cross stitch kits, needles and accessories and a HUGE selection of patterns. The owner is really helpful and patient and will give you advice when you ask but is equally happy to let you potter around just having a look. There are some tables for sitting at and having a browse and I doubt anyone would come out here empty handed. Even if you live a few miles away, get yourself on the plane, train or automobile and get yourself to this glorious crafty shop.

What a lovely little cozy shop. The shop owner is so very sweet. She had yarn from local hand dyers…read morethat was beautiful. Left with three skeins for a project. Forgot to take pictures, sorry, but worth a stop.

Visiting from California and conveniently just about finished w small project I had brought to work…read moreon so needed some new yarn. This small shop is an amazing jumble of fantastic yarns- many not or barely available in the States. She stocks many UK yarns and some further flung but all really beautiful. The shop owner was incredibly helpful in figuring out weight and yardage I needed for a pattern. The website gives an idea of some of the selection but of course seeing them in person is always the best way to know what calls to you.

Isabel's Supasew is a great little knitting and sewing store just round the corner from Patrick Bus…read moreStation. It's not a huge place but it's amazing the selection of yarn they manage to pack in. It's not full of the expensive Alpaca and cashmere blends you might find in John Lewis but it does house a staggering range of colours and textures and all at a decent price. I first discovered the place when looking for yarn to use at a Yelp arm knitting get-together organised by Lucy B. I hadn't been able to find anything I liked elsewhere but there was a great choice at Supasew. I ended up choosing a felty blue and white yarn with a leopard print. I knitted up wonderfully and was so soft and snuggly! I was also tempted into buying a gorgeous random yarn that ended up becoming a lovely hat for my friend. My most recent trip was to buy some yarn for Christmas knitting projects, I knew exactly what I wanted and was pleased that they not only had what I needed but that there were different options to choose from. A fluffy white yarn and a sparkly red are now mine and will soon be transformed into lovely Christmas themed bits and bobs. I was running in and out tonight but I spotted about 10 other yarns I want to go back and have a look at. As well as yarns the shop also stocks a good variety of knitting needles, buttons, ribbons and other haberdashery bit and bobs to help you finish your project. So if you're looking to do some knitting and crochet and don't want to break the bank then head down to Supasew soon!

What a wonderful shop with a great range of wool and other lovely little things, and the lady who…read moreruns it is so helpful. It's a pleasure to shop there :)

Awesome selection. For such a small intimate store. Snacks and tea and chats. The owner/operator is…read morea lovely human with great conversation. I'm so happy we stopped here on our visit to Scotland.

In the West End and longing for cake, I remembered sampling the Yarn Cake's delicious baked treats…read moreat an elite event last year. No sooner where we headed to the home of yarn and cake, for tea and accompanying sweet things. I can't remember the last time I received as warm a welcome as Antje gave us. She welcomed us like old friends, past the multitude of yarn, and into her wonderful emporium of loose tea and fresh cakes at the back. The Yarn Cake smelled delicious; fresh and sweet. It's size certainly makes for a real cosey feel. - Warm and snug! We had come for tea and cake and we'd certainly come to the right place! You want tea but you don't know which one? Have a smell of this, a smell of that. So much loose tea, how could I possibly choose?! I went for an Oolong. - Partly because it's nice to say (Oooooolong) but also because I'd never tried it before. My pot of Oolong was delicious and Antje even kindly offered to re-fill my teapot if I so wished! Now, the main event. - The cake! Quite simply, delicious. I loved my slice of pear and marzipan cake. Simple and sweet and light. Perfection. It really was a bargain and we left smiling from our sweetness fix. Just how tea and cake should be. If I ever take up knitting, I know where I want to be practicing.