Nifty Knitter was a lovely discovery: beautiful and abundant range of yarn including lots of…read morenon-superwash, linen, and cotton, and knitting supplies. I bought quite a lot of the house yarn which came in mohair, fingering and worsted in a range of stunning colors and blends. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, so though it's a drive for me to get to Issaquah, I'll be back!

Came in to just browse the yarn and see if they had the ChiaoGoo Quads. When I asked an employee if…read morethey had the quads in stock she had rudely snapped her fingers at another employee named Wonder to go greet customers that had just entered the shop. I found that behavior very off putting and it happened twice during my discussion with her. Have some respect for your fellow employees as they aren't dogs you can snap your fingers at, they are human and should be treated as such. I ended up leaving and just ordering what I needed from another shop. If the owner or store manager sees this please encourage better behavior. I can't imagine how this employee treats other employees when customers aren't present. The employee who was rude was of Asian decent if this helps identify who was working today.

I've been a customer at the Knittery since the prior owner was only a clerk/knitting instructor…read more The rich history of this place being purchased by employees from the retiring owner makes it a must-stop place to shop, no matter where they've been located. From the old, old shopping center in the 80s by JC Penny, to the small location by IKEA and then this one, I've been a customer and followed them, literally, since 1986, and learned how to read a pattern through classes that were worth the 30 minute drive to get there, even with a houseful of babies. Got a question? I encourage you to call and ask. You won't be disappointed. I've been told "we'd love to see you but we don't have that in stock right now." The honesty is refreshing. Do they seem busy? Speak up; they're just waiting to hear what you need and will get to you as soon as they can. The best experience is to allow ample time to browse. You'll won't be nagged while deciding on the perfect pattern, and they'll gladly help you choose the perfect yarn to make it, if you can't decide which yarn on your own. I'm treating myself to a special trip just for yarn tomorrow; my birthday present to myself. I can't wait! I'll probably still miss Wynne, but I hope I'm still around to see these ladies retire and pass the store on to the employees who will buy it in the future.

I haven't been to this shop in a few years, but I have missed it. Marcy, the owner offers…read moreincredibly affordable workshops that you can sign up for, where you can bring in your project to work on and she provides excellent help and guidance if you get stuck. I took in a skein of yarn that had been munched on by moths (thankfully they were long gone post feast) and Shannon, one of the lovely gals who works there, spent over two hours unravelling, hand winding and then winding the little balls into one beautiful cake. I highly recommend this space if you are looking for some very nice folks to help you find what you need and provide classes of all kinds.

AMAZING embroidery floss selection, the ladies at the store helped me out with the few that were…read moreout of stock but they carried nearly all of the available DMC colors. Absolutely the best sewing and fabric store i've been to ever!

Customer service was just ok. I did not feel valued as a customer and certainly there was no…read moreconversation with me as a "new customer". No mention of a rewards program, or what brought you into our store, what project are you working on, how are you today, etc. I traveled quite a distance to get to the store to check it out. They do have a large selection of notions but only a small fabric selection. One employee was complaining about winding thread.

So much yarn indeed! It's rare to find a yarn shop with quite this much yarn variety. Malabrigo,…read moreuniversal yarns, indie dyers, and much more. Thick and thin, sparkly or shadowed, there is lots to see here. Staff was super friendly and willing to help.

So Much Yarn was the highlight of my time at Pike Place! A vast selection of yarn, many project…read moresamples to view, as well as kind staff. It was my first time visiting an independent yarn store so when I initially walked in, I wasn't sure where to start other than knowing I wanted something from a local dyer. One of the team members pointed me to the Washington dyers & answered my questions. They also were kind enough to wind the skeins without any extra charge which I greatly appreciated! So Much Yarn left a memorable and favorable impression!

This is my new favorite yarn shop in Seattle. I came in for needles and the lovely (I assume owner)…read morewas wonderful. the selection is a lovely mix of classic work horse yarns (Berroco, etc,) but also really nice hand dyed small batch yarns. I managed to leave without buying yarn, but she is holding two skeins until I get paid which is amazing. I am trying to stick to a budget and her holding yarn for a few weeks is so nice. I can't wait to go back

It's my personal ritual to make a far(er)-flung trek to a yarn store outside the main city area…read moreevery time I travel. Acorn Street turned out to be the BEST yarn store I have been to. Their selection of yarn is extensive and very organized; Juni and Si was holding a trunk show while I was there. They have a variety of both local and famous yarn (ie Madtosh, Malabrigo, Berroco), and most of all, their staff is the sweetest bunch. But, but! The thing I loved most is the sheer number of needles and notions they carry: both singular sizes and also full sets from different vendors (Lykke, Chiaogoo, KP). You can spend hours here brainstorming a project and buying everything you need to start swatching. I bought some cute pine cone stitch markers, a skein from Juni and Si for some socks and an Addi needle (with which I'm already in love with and off to the races on a new project). Thanks, Mary and Janet! I will surely, surely be back the next time I am in town.

I order fabric a few times a year from Pacific fabrics and they are wonderful. It's always cut…read moreproperly. It's always what they tell me it is and their website clearly depicts how things are going to look no surprises just good service. Thank you so much and watch out for me cause I gotta get ordering soon

Large shop with tons of fabric, patterns and notions. Staff were super nice and helpful in…read moreassisting me at the cutting table and at the register. Prices were as expected to a bit high, but the selection and service are worth the trip.

I visited Tricoter for the first time today. I had a completely lovely experience and will…read moredefinitely be back the next time I am in town. I was greeted immediately by Beryl and given plenty of time to get acquainted with the shop. I bought two skeins of a yarn to finish a project (originally bought online from Tricoter) and shopped around for other interesting possibilities. I ended up working closely with the staff to select yarn and swatch for a sweater. Everyone I worked with was super encouraging and helpful (it was a complex pattern for a discontinued yarn, so there were potentially lots of issues that they simplified for me). I learned a new trick for the long-tail cast-on (I had always resisted it in favor of the cable which is what I learned years ago) and the brioche stitch which I had never done before. I humbly offer the following tips: 1. I think the charms of this place are best evident if you go without a specific agenda, especially on your first visit. Think generally about treating yourself, or making a special gift for someone rather than looking for this yarn for that project; the latter won't be as much fun. 2. I have historically been annoyed at yarns being arranged by color, but at Tricoter it doesn't really matter. The shop is more about encouraging people to make the project that calls out to them rather than shopping randomly. There are lots and lots of store samples to get your inspiration going. In addition to an array of hard-to-find designer patterns and yarns, they can design a sweater just for you. 3. Give yourself plenty of time. I had most of the day to myself and spent all of of my free time (around 3 hours) there happily swatching and chatting with others. Bonus: there was a Tahki Stacy Charles trunk show on, with the man himself showing off the newest collection! 4. Let them help you. The team are literally expert knitters. If you go with the general idea of wanting something special but nothing in particular, you will have the best experience. They will encourage you to swatch. They will wind balls for you to try. If you don't like it, you get to try again. Ask questions. Have fun. Let go of every other yarn shop experience, however lovely it was. This is different and special. 5. Yes, be prepared to spend some money. You're not just buying beautiful yarn, you are buying a project that some smart and helpful people worked with you to select. I swatched, they blocked my swatch for me and measured me for sizing and will wind my skeins and ship them home for me. I never felt pressured to buy anything; rather, the staff seemed sincerely interested in me having the best result for my time and money invested in the project. 6. I could not imagine a better place for a beginner to learn or an intermediate knitter to enhance his or her skills. The staff are super patient. Be patient with yourself as you watch yarns and/or try new skills. If I could sum up my experience in a single phrase, it would be that I spontaneously hugged Beryl on my way out.

I hate to give such a negative review to a store that has so much to love. I had read the negative…read morecomments before, but the employees I had previously interacted with were super kind and I bought some circular knitting needles on one's recommendation. I went in today planning to get some supplies for another project - my first since knitting 3 of the same basic triangle scarf. I had some wool already (some beautiful merino from "So Much Yarn" at Pike Place), but assumed I'd need some new needles or perhaps some different wool if I wanted to use my current needles. I went to the back and when I put my coffee down on a shelf to take out my yarn to show her, the employee (or the owner, perhaps) very testily told me NEVER to put coffee down near the yarn - especially cashmere. It made sense that they were cautious, but her attitude was very rude - as if I were an inconsiderate child who needed scolding. I moved my coffee to the garbage can lid where she indicated I could put it and I explained what I was there for and she said - well you already have yarn that you purchased somewhere else. We can sell you some yarn, but we don't have time to get an inexperienced knitter set up on a project with wool they didn't buy here. I was shocked, and said - gosh, I'm feeling pretty unwelcome. I wasn't expecting anyone to get me set up with anything. I already have a pattern and was expecting to buy some needles at least. She started to say how she's "happy to help" me, but I felt so humiliated, I just left. There are so many knitters in there sitting around and talking and I had honestly hoped to be one of them one day once I became a better knitter, but I'll never return. I have never been treated so rudely in a shop in my life.

Cute shop but "stash" is the right word - it feels like a consignment shop with fabric (for…read moreapparel, quilting, etc) and notions (patterns, etc) across the decades.

They stole our fabric and leather that was suppose to be on consignment. Have made many excuses why…read morewe hadn't been paid, two years later haven't seen a dollar.

Absolutely great in every way. People super welcoming and helpful. Great variety of yarns and…read morefibers and at reasonable prices.

Friendly people with an amazing variety of fibre. They support spinning, knitting, crochet and…read moreembroidery. They are a real asset to the community!

Ms. Zhuang's art studio is excellent. The classes focus on guidance, and the teacher is…read moreexperienced, with reasonable pricing. My older son has been studying here for 2 years, and this year, my younger one is also starting to learn drawing. Highly recommended!

From the owner: We offer art classes and camps, workshops, and birthday parties, portfolio prep for K-12 students…read morefrom beginner to expert. Students will learn and experience drawing, painting, and sculpting with various materials and media, such as watercolor, oil, acrylic, and clay. Please give me a call for a trial class.