Since my last review, written at the height of covid when I had to order my cross-stitch kit for…read morecurbside pickup, I've had the opportunity to visit Northwest Yarns a couple more times and am pleased to report that the store has greatly expanded. They've taken over the former (RIP) Black Drop Coffee space, which is now filled to the brim with beautiful yarn. And their original shop space is full of gorgeous, high quality fabrics. They have designers and prints I've never seen in other fabric stores, and they have a great selection of cotton fabrics as well as some knits and other options. Next time I'm making a quilt, I'll stop by and pick fabrics here as I know it will make any project just that much more unique and interesting. Speaking of fabric, last weekend I took an ice dyeing class here with their wonderful owner, Heather. I've never dyed fabric before, and was a little nervous about how it would all work. I also never knew you could dye with the help of buckets of ice! It was a blast and I can't wait to have time to add yet another fabric-related hobby to my arsenal of crafty talents. During this most recent visit, I also noticed they carry embroidery kits, basket-weaving supplies, and even a small assortment of interesting-sounding seeds. If you're the crafty type (or just dream of being one) definitely pop into Northwest Yarns - I'm sure you'll be just as inspired as I am!

This store is great, with a huge selection of both yarn and craft supplies and immense attention to…read morecommunity. I really like visiting and browsing, it's pretty and eclectic inside. Most of the staff is so kind and helpful, but there is one employee who seems to always be there when I go who is so unpleasant and bad-mannered that I've found myself avoiding this store and going to others in town whenever I can. If you go any time after 3pm, don't expect someone with a good attitude to help you.

It pains me to write this review of what used to be one of my favorite stores. And I was a sad as…read moreanyone when I saw they had to close over a year ago due to a fire. And just as happy when they announced they'd found a new space and were planning to reopen. I have to say, having visited there a few times now, I'm pretty disappointed. The new space is still downtown, but a few blocks west of their previous location. Where parking was free at that spot, it's metered at this one. When I think of all the vacant retail spaces in town, many with parking lots or at least free street parking, it leaves me perplexed. And the new space itself is so incredibly small and disjointed. It's separated into multiple, small rooms. Their inventory is but a shadow of its former self. And the prices have gone up. Wayyyy up. Perhaps most perplexing is the complete lack of classroom space, which they'd gone to so much trouble to add in their own space. Combined all of this with semi-surly, N95'd employees and well... to put it simply...I don't see the appeal in returning here anytime soon. For now, I miss the old Ragfinery and hope they turn things around.

Great place to browse. Great prices on recycled items!! Well organized and uncluttered areas make…read moreit easy to find what you are looking for and finding things you didn't know you needed

I love this store and visit it almost weekly. it's my feel good place to visit…read more The atmosphere is wonderful BUT I have one problem and that's the management. When you are a manager you should know when your busy times are and you should staff accordingly so that your checkout lines move quickly and smoothly. You should have at least 2 managers or shift leaders up front to help with any issues at the registers when you have at least 6 open. You also need to have enough cashiers to move the lines along. when you have only 2 registers open and you have 3-4 people in each line you need to call for another cashier. Your cashiers should be polite and say hello or how's your day going but they should not start an actual conversation that slows down the lines. I have seen many frustrated customers waiting in long lines, I am not the only one. It is important to keep those lines moving quickly so you keep your customers happy. I understand that without scan bars on the products that it is not as quick as a store with them but I believe that the cashiers should be taught to input a bit faster and cutting the conversations down while doing this would help so they can concentrate on the items being imputed. They can be polite (which they all are) but if they would just cut those conversations down it would really help. So to sum it all up I believe either the manager needs retraining or he/she needs to have regular meetings to instruct the cashiers how to help the lines move faster. Staffing during busy times is also very essential, enough at the registers and enough on the floor.

Definitely recommend Hobby Lobby during the holiday season! Mid December and most Christmas stuff…read moreis already 50% off and so many giftable items and also stuff to make gifts with! Love this place. Prices are very reasonable and the selection is terrific! We grabbed a lot of stocking stuffers here! The lines were kinda long but they did add cashiers around the time we checked out so not bad at all!

I was so excited to find a store with so much beautiful fabric! Service was friendly and quick she…read morefound me I didn't have to search for assistance!

Kind and patient help and well informed on what is available. Love all the beautiful fabrics and…read moreprojects that come to mind as I walk in.

This is my go to for most anything I need sewing. Thanks The selection of unique, gorgeous fabric…read moreis unparalleled. Ashley and her team are very helpful; somehow I always end up with something I didn't know I need, but love the result! I have taken several classes and gotten great advice when I needed it.

Top-notch. Ashley curates a gorgeous selection of fabrics that are the stuff of dreams for serious…read moregarment sewists at a variety of price points comfortable for all budgets. My #1 fabric shopping choice. Great selection of beautiful quality indie patterns; a great place for lovely decorative elastics; and love the bi-annual sales and clearance section for finding great buys on a budget. Ashely is also incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about her fabrics and is so helpful in planning out care, calculating yardage for different kinds of projects, recommending uses, and talking about how stuff will wear over time. Such a delight to go here. I wish I had more money so I could give more of it to them.

It was such great fun at create it Studios that I have been back to get more unique and fun Fabrics…read more, even though they are a bit of a drive . It is so worth it for the service and great fabric selection . She was able to pick out a lot of turtle type Fabrics that I was looking for throughout the store , Plus a unique variety of sea life fabric . They also have their own printed Sasquatch fabric and Washington State Outdoor Fabric . Absolutely must-see. It is totally on my top3 favorite list of fabrics store:)

Came across this wonderful shop. Has beautiful and lots of fabric. I highly recommend visiting and…read moretaking advantage of the deals they offer

I have to say that I had a bit of a problem with a staff member in the store but after contacting…read morethe management they emailed me and assured me that they had dealt with the matter. I really appreciated that they responded so quickly to address the matter.

absolutely fantastic. knowledgeable, helpful, friendly…read more great eye for colour matching. highly impressed with the staff and the selection. thank you so much for your help today!

I was heading to Harrison Hot Springs for a short vacation and decided to search for some fabric…read morestores in or near the area. Once I saw the pictures of the store on their website I KNEW i had to go. I was happily overwhelmed at first then just a tiny bit disappointed later. Due to the volume of fabrics they carry, I was hoping to find more Rayon fabric that then one small shelf. When I'm in the area again, I will definitely stop in. The staff were efficient and friendly!

My friends and I made a trip specifically to Abbotsford for this shop. And it did not disappoint…read more The staff was super friendly, the selection was amazing and you just couldn't beat the prices. We had so much fun just walking around and looking and touching all the fabrics. The owner of the shop was so pleasant to talk to and you could tell she enjoyed what she did. This will definitely be a regular haunt for us no doubt.

Beautiful finds, great prices, the selection is huge and the staff is always so lovely!read more

A great little shop, filled to the roof with fabric treasures. Some unusual fabrics, with great…read morepricing. Always a pleasant experience. The wife I assume is always a pleasure to talk with, and her husband is quick to get things cut for you so that you are on your way to sewing fun. Great place for cottons and flannelette to make so many baby blankets. Always enjoy coming in.

This store is super cute and always has a the best products. I like to shop here when I can't find…read morethings elsewhere. The staff is also very helpful.

My friend told me about this little boutique so I decided to check it out. I went by myself in…read moresearch of a new shirt for a night out. I don't make decisions lightly and tried on almost every shirt in the store. The employee helping me was so patient and helpful. I told her not to sugar coat any opinions. Just help me move on and find the most flattering piece of clothing for my ever growing figure. She did just that and we both agreed on the same piece of clothing. I will definitely be back. Prices are fair and selection is varied. Great addition to Bellingham's clothing stores!