I needed yarn, but I was new to the city and didn't really know my way around. So I consulted yelp…read moreto see if there was a yarn store within walking distance of my house. There was. The yarn barn. So i walked there. It's located in a residential area on Reynard so you have to be looking for it. You can get decent quality yarn for a fair price and there's a good selection of textures and colors. My crocheting looks so much nicer using this quality yarn. Note: they ONLY sell yarn.

I'm a knitter, OK? I don't care if you think it's a nanna sport. I find it therapeutic and…read moresatisfying. Anyway, like sewing, knitting is a bit of a dying hobby and dedicated wool stores are hard to come by. Wool Baa, with it's cute name and Albert Park location is a bit of a mecca for knitters. It's a rather tiny store compared to those of years gone by, but beggars can't be choosers, right? Being so small the selection probably isn't very large (though they do make the most of the space, with shelves going almost to the roof) and the address means the pricing is perhaps steeper than it could be. That said, what makes Wool Baa great is the people. The staff are older than most shop assistant (unsurprisingly) and they know what great service means. You get their full attention. They listen to you. They ask questions and understand your knitting woes. They're helpful and thoughtful and don't mind if you can't knock out a cable knit with your eyes closed. Once a week, they also host a free knitting group too. Purl that, Lincraft.

This wool shop is so pretty!!! Best service ever too. There are balls and balls of beautiful…read moreColours of wool almost to the rooftop. Thursday's there is a cackling knitting group... what a great atmosphere. Oh and you can re order online so all good!

This store is fantastic, huge range of yarn, buttons, patterns etc. etc. Staff are so so helpful…read more Can not recommend enough.

Needed a strap and buckle solution for my camera pouch and was wrapped that I went to Lincraft…read more Ashley was amazing and the guy that took my call and understood my needs was great too. I'll be back great friendly service good range.

I am just learning to knit and the staff was so welcoming and helped me find all of the supplies I…read moreneeded.

Morris and Sons are a bit of a one-stop-shop for your yarn needs. They do have one of the most…read moreextensive ranges of Noro yarn around. The upsides of Morris and Sons: - great sales! You can get some real bargains - great membership program - knowledgeable staff The downsides: - city location doesn't have a cozy vibe - they can get super busy so you may need to wait for advice - some of the yarns are pretty pricey - wait for the sales! They have a new updated website that offers online shopping too!

As a child I was not allowed near scissors. Not even the plastic safety ones. Not because of the…read moredanger aspect, it was because I held them so awkwardly that it drove my Mum insane. "How is it that you were smart enough to read and write at 4 but still can't cut paper?!" she would lament. Ok...so I'm not crafty. I still can't cut or sew a straight line to save myself. I didn't get that gene passed down from Mum. So she's the real reason why I come here. This place is like craft-mum-crack. She can't get enough. Yarn, ribbons, thread - I see 10 types of string and Mum sees all the possibilities for the beautiful things she could make. For the grandkids that I also haven't produced for her (sorry Mum!) Still, I can see that the things here are beautiful and unique. Having been invited *cough* dragged *cough* to visit many a craft store in my day, none have been filled with so many vintage knick-knacks and girly delightful things. So if your Mum gave you the craft-gene or you're present shopping for something unique, navigate your way through the Nicholson Building and check out L'Uccello.

Where do I start? If you are in to any form of craft,…read moresewing, fabric or paper design - you need to pop in to this place. Head up the stairs in the Nicholson Building on Swanston, you will not be disappointed. L'uccello stock a huge range of goodies from Liberty, Winterwood, and real vintage Parisian markets / couture suppliers. Everything here is beautiful as well as useful, you will not leave empty handed - You have been warned!

The people at Beautiful Silks are wonderful to deal with. I placed my order early yesterday morning…read morethen received an email from the in the afternoon telling me that my order had been sent. The emails was clear, concise and contained the information that I needed to track my parcel plus information relevant to their Facebook page, blog etc. What great service. Keep it up you guys. Your customer service standards stand out above the rest. Thank you! Best wishes, Valda Jennings (a customer)