The Knittin' Coop is a women-owned business founded in 2019 by Robin Ferguson who currently owns…read moreand operates the business. Located in the Historic Downtown Salem, it is a BBB Accredited Business with a rating of A+, offering a wide selection of yarns, patterns, accessories, and classes for knitting and spinning enthusiasts. With a focus on local and indie dyed yarns, as well as popular brands like Malabrigo and Rowan, the shop provides a vibrant community space for crafters of all levels. After being awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants, businesses, and entertainment venues, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And the Knittin' Coop, in Salem, Virginia, is a perfect example. I discovered this, one-of-a-kind, women-owned business one day after having had breakfast at the Bean Bliss Coffee Bar on S College Ave, in Salem, Virginia. It was the shop next door, and I couldn't help but to go in and visit after seeing their colorful and lively Holiday Season decorations on the windows of their shop. Inside, I found a cozy shop for yarn and fiber arts, plus classes and event led by the friendly owner, who greeted and welcomed me with open arms. Besides having a special talent for selecting a wide collection of beautiful merchandise, she is a survivor entrepreneur of the covid era which began shortly after she started her business. This hardship led her to create one of the most beautiful and practical websites that I have ever seen. Not only creating a place for customers to purchase her merchandise contactless, but establishing a strong relationship with her customers this way, so now they can visit her shop to gather for one of her workshops, borrow a book from her lending library, feel the products before purchasing them, or simply spend some time chatting with the owner who has a wonderful personality. Beside the great variety of very unique and quality, colorful yarn, of which I had never seen before in larger, corporate shops, she also carries items such as books, accessories, sweaters, scarfs, just to name a few. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the variety and quality of the products sold there. The place is also decorated with artworks with meaningful and some funny quotes. There is also a good size room on the side where people can gather to attend one of the owners workshop, or simple to relax and knit. I highly recommend this place and encourage everyone to give it and the friendly, entrepreneurial owner your total support.

Adorable store. Great selection of yarns, tools, and notions. Robin is so knowledgeable!read more

If I could give Stitches & Bows a 10 rating I would. Veteran owned business with the best…read morecustomer/personal service and professionalism. I found S & B's at the right time and have no doubt will continue doing business with them for years to come. Sherri helped me choose the right logos/design for business shirts, jackets, hats and worked around my crazy travel schedule and chaotic life to have everything delivered to my home and office (which are in different states) all in time for my various meetings and trades shows. Thank you Stitches & Bows!!!!! So nice to do business with someone and be absolutely satisfied with you interaction and purchase. Thank you for your service to our country Stitches and Bows and thank you so much for your help. :) Kevin B.

Called and got no answer during regular business hours, so I messaged through Facebook…read more I needed a Varsity Letter sewn on a Letterman jacket. I was referred to Sue's by a dozen people. I received a response that they no longer work on customers own items. Apparently, they no longer perform alterations or sewing.

Very professional and got an item completed on a very short deadline due to my fault. Still came…read moreout excellent and will be taking many things back to her. She only takes cash and check, although it's a down fall she work so completely worth it.

This is an excellent store to find your crafty products. I'm not a crafty or artistic person, so…read morethis store did not appeal to me, but I was with someone who is and they continue to return for more bags of this stuff. (I was actually trying to find an ABC location.) For an excellent and very descriptive review, please read the one posted by "Taylor R" on 2/4/2023. I hope the pictures I have posted will help explain the pricing and the hours they are open. This is a must visit for people who enjoy being crafty, scrappy, and artistic.

Scrappy is quickly becoming a total gem of a local spot all its own. The atmosphere of the expanded…read morespace is really lovely, and there's great value for parents looking to swap craft supply trips to Michael's/etc. Staff couldn't have been nicer, and a special call-out to the kind staffer running the fabric area. Great MLK Day time. We are grateful!

We have been using Custom Embroidery & Screenprinting, Inc. for years and absolutely love them…read more From their customer support to the execution of each item, excellent every time. Thank you all for being so amazing and supporting our nonprofit!

The staff is great and very knowledgeable of the products and getting you what you need! I have…read moreused them personally and for work, great high quality work and it's top notch every time!! They go above and beyond to make sure their customers are happy!! The owner is Fantastic and has a heart of GOLD! She runs a great and successful business, I have and will continue to recommend her and her business!!! A+++++

We LOVE Smooth Athletics! They are always quick to respond & very friendly! We highly recommend…read morethem!

From the owner: Smooth Athletics Proudly Serves Customers in Virginia and Beyond…read more You are good at what you do and you've built something special. Let Smooth help you show your stuff. Smooth Athletics specializes in logo design, embroidery, screen printing, and promotional products. No matter where you are, Smooth Athletics gives you their best. You've worked hard to build your brand. Let us show you ours. Creativity, excellent handiwork, communication and timely delivery are Smooth Athletics' hallmark. Let us show YOUR best.

GREAT customer service with a quick turnaround time! It was a breeze working with Kim. Her response…read moretime was instant. She made the entire process extremely easy, even down to the artwork! I told her upfront that she and her team had full creative control. The less decisions I had to make the better. I had 3 orders with 3 different artwork needs. First proofs, BOOM! APPROVED! DONE! Such a great experience! I highly recommend them and am looking forward to working with them on future orders!

The quality of the items we received were great! Great printing job and material…read more The only reason I wouldn't give 5 stars is because of the service. Getting in contact with my representative was harder than it should be. They were not very professional to begin with. After placing the order, I hadn't heard anything for over a week. I checked back with my rep because I'm pretty sure they had forgotten we placed the order. Later that night, we got the proof of the order - which tells me that they had forgotten. The whole ordering process took three weeks, not the creation of the order, the actual process. When it was finally proofed, the work was sloppy. It was frustrating to have to check up on the company that is supposed to be providing a service to you. My representative seemed annoyed with getting in contact with me. They automatically changed our delivery status to pick-up, instead of being shipped. What if I wanted to ship out my order our offices out of state? They could have asked. When I went to pick up the order, I opened the door to their facility and just stood there for a few minutes. No one was at the front to greet customers, it wasn't very inviting, it was awkward. When the attendant came out from the back, they acted like I shouldn't be there, not welcoming. They didn't ask how they could help, they just looked at me. We would only order from Press Press Merch again because of the high quality product. If they change how the front of the house operates and the customer service of the sales team, we would consider returning.