Having visited this shop a couple of weeks ago, with my wife, we both commented what a lovely shop…read moreit is, bright and airy with a fantastic range of sewing and needlework accessories, as well as some lovely handmade gifts, we also noted that they make personalised T-shirts, mugs and lots of other items, although we don't need anything of that sort at the moment, we now know where to come in the future. We did buy some gifts for the family to get them started in various crafts as they have a lovely range of gift sets in stock. Will definitely be back.

From the owner: Busy Pins & Needles is the Biggest & Best Haberdashery shop in the Upper Valleys of South Wales…read more We specialise is all types of haberdashery, fabrics by the metre, felt, netting, vinyls, curtain material, wool, crochet and knitting supplies, as well as all areas of sewing accessories and supplies. We also make all sorts of handmade gifts on site in our store in Aberdare, so there's lots to choose from. We also provide printing services, so if you have a photo you want enlarged up to poster size, or anything in between, a banner printed or a poster printed for your business, we're the place to come. Additionally, we offer photocopy services, so whether it's a single page or a thousand leaflets you're after, we're your place. Come at see us at 21 Canon Street, Aberdare. CF44 7AP. We have a massive council car park immediately behind us, with stepless access from the car park to our shop. The car park is only 50p an hour, and is free after 10am Saturdays. So make a day of it and visit beautiful Aberdare whilst coming to buy your project items from our store.

A great little shop full of everything you need for knitting, crocheting, sewing and general…read morecrafting. Phasepatch's friendly owners stock everything from safety pins to embroidery skeins. They've just opened another premises that sells fabric too. A great addition to Chippenham's high street.

I've really been into crocheting lately thanks to my lovely cousin Mert...it's fun, relaxing & it…read moremakes you feel good when you actually make something with your own 2 hands! I've been following a crochet blog called Attic 24 http://www.attic24.typepad.com/ It's such a great blog because she uses such vibrant, fun colors that I love (these are not your grandmother's crochet colors!) Well I found out online that Lucy ( Attic24 blogger) has her own color packs, which is put together in all her beautiful colors she uses on her blog. I ordered my yarn through First 4 Yarns and they were great! Though they're all the way in the UK - I was able to get in touch with them on Facebook to check on my order if need be. I'd definitely order from them again!

Since knitting has become the new rock n' roll (even festivals had knitting tents this year if you…read moredon't believe me) it is still surprisingly hard to go and score your wool fix. Those unwilling to trudge out to the Cribbs' John Lewis know that this is the place to be. Full of wool, thread and patterns for knitting and embroidery, the staff are reassuringly clicking needles at the counter and keen to help out.

Saw your item on Points West last night, and mention again tonight and was really impressed with…read moreyour wonderful work. Can you let me know how much the pattern and the wool cost. I belong to St George's Wilton Mothers' Union in Taunton, and we have 40 Commando Royal Marines in the town. We already do quite a bit of knitting for babies, premature babies, blankets for babies, knee blankets for residential homes as well as hats, scarves, mittens and jumpers for the children and women in the local refuge - we would love to add your hats to our repertoire. Very best wishes to you and your 'army' of knitters!! Hilary P.S. Although I have never visited your shop I give you five stars for your innovative project

A traditional haberdashery shop for knitters, crocheters and embroiderers with a huge range of…read moreyarn, thread and equipment. The friendly owner also stocks fabric, clothes, gifts and books and is a great source of knowledge about all things crafty.

Well established old fashioned wool shop. Tiny but a gem. Wool of all colours and styles is packed…read moreto the ceiling. Staff some who must be 60 climb on a ladder to get it down!! Mainly Budget wools ..No Rowan or Debbie Bliss Wool here The ladies who have worked here for years can advise Theyalways knitting behind the counter or wearing knitted garments to give you ideas. The shop has a keep back service on the wool for a month if you can not afford it all at onceloads of patterns but it can be difficult to browse these properly as space is so limited and only a little shelf where all the pattern books are kept.

Being quite into my photography and design it's important to know where the good picture framers…read moreare. Happy I was then to find this little place. Essentially this is a place where pretty much all aspects are covered at quite affordable prices. Very simply pictures can be mounted on to a whole host of different materials such as thin board or canvas, they can be framed in a selection of custom or conventional frames or framed with mirrors. Any style, any size - these guys can take care of all your printing and framing needs. Being framers too they have some pretty awesome stuff in their windows for sale. Check out the mega sized Sell Out, whoops, I mean Banksy photos or the colourful clown prints.

What a great little discovery down the road from where I live. I purchased a print which needed…read moreframing and upon walking down Church Road came across this little shop. Took my print in and Charlie (the proprietor) helped me choose a surround that would compliment not only my print but also my home décor. The job was done in a week as he needed to get some more materials in but it was well worth the wait. Not only a framers but he sells original artwork and mirrors in the shop. Well worth a visit if you're on this side of town...or even if you're not.