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    Stephen & Penelope

    4.8 (23 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndArt Supplies, Knitting Supplies, Hobby Shops
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Suzee Q.

    From what I gather from previous Yelp reviews, the yarn selection has changed quite a bit and I, as an American, did not recognize many brands here. But I actually wasn't here for the yarn, I was very interested in Stephen West books! Unfortunately, when I asked the friendly woman for help, she sheepishly (lol) told me that they didn't have many of his books in stock. (Only 2 minor ones were stacked on a shelf, and one shawl book on display, in fact.) Well, I was shocked! They did have the new (for me, anyway) book, Knitting Brioche Lace, by Nancy Marchant. They really missed an opportunity to overstuff my luggage with lots of West knit books. But the store is nicely organized and the displays were fun. Just really missed out on his books.

    Beth R.

    If you are a knitter, do not miss going to this store which is owned by knitting designer Stephen West. Gorgeous yarns, his pattern books, bags and so many other goodies. Bought some gorgeous yarn here. Can't wait to go back!

    Peaches H.

    Very helpful and friendly shop to visit! They have their own Dutch yarn that is specifically dyed for their shop that is a must see and buy!!! Thank you ladies!!!

    This place is wonderful! A legendary shop that is a dream destination for many knitters! I'm lucky to have visited and bought many treasures. Very helpful and friendly staff. Could've spent hours perusing. Drool and splurge worthy. Take your husband at your own risk

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    Very friendly, selection was a bit overwhelming for a non-yarn guy getting his daughter some. I'm now a repeat customer.

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    Great place for yarn enthusiasts. Lots of choices. Best brands. Instruction and much more. Excellent customer service. Must see!

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    coming from nyc, this was definitely a spot i wanted to check out in amsterdam since stephen west is a rockstar.

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    Peter van Ginkel

    Peter van Ginkel

    4.2(5 reviews)
    1.9 kmDa Costabuurt, Oud West, West
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    Beautiful art store with friendly people. I had no idea it was an art store until I noticed their…read morecool new people counting machine (Covid-times) at the door and went in further to investigate. A very enthusiastic and good looking man was eager to tell me how it worked. It's like a traffic light for people....but I digress....a huge space with everything you need for art! I can't wait for them to re-open after the lockdown. Maybe I'll take up some art lessons!

    I had a really wonderful customer service experience at this shop, and I wanted to yelp about…read moreit!!! I came in on a Saturday afternoon, I think it was two weeks ago. I was looking for wooden dowels. When I lived in the United States, I always purchased these from art supply shops so assumed it would be the same here. I went to the front desk, after not finding any dowels in the shop. I apologized for not knowing the dutch term for dowel, and asked the lady at the front desk if there were any in stock. She did not know to what I was referring but invited me to use the computer on the corner to look over her shoulder as she looked it up. She was so kind and friendly! First, she googled the English to dutch translation (turns out it is duevel), then she told me what sort of shop I could find them in, then she googled that, then she gave me directions to the closest shop that would have them! This while also busily ringing up other customers! She was really fantastic. The store is enormous, and has just about everything you could want. But, good customer service in the Netherlands is hard to find and over the top amazing customer service is as rare as a unicorn. I highly recommend patronizing this shop.

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