I took one lesson and she was helpful, but then i went back to have another yarn rolled and she would not do it becasue i did not buy the yarn there even though i had a lesson there etc. Not very friendly and i will never go bac, read more

Until today, I would have agreed with the negative reviews. But since I live on the block and needed some yarn right away, I decided to try again. And the owner couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. I told her what I needed and showed her my pattern. She took a lot of time (even though it was close to closing time) showing me various yarns that would work. And she was just lovely! read more

Great "mom and pop" yarn store you don't see too often with a kind, passionate owner. If you want a custom pattern or need help with a pattern to make it fit you perfectly, this is the place to go! She also has books and books and books of patterns to look through, as well as an assortment of quality yarns. 20 year business! Feels like a family business and is very very cozy! read more

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I have been going here for years. I wrote a review a while back and now am writing another. Valeria has beautiful yarn, makes you feel at home, helps get you out of trouble when you make a mistake and is an exceptional designer. You go in, tell her what you want to make and within minutes you have a design with instructions as well as yarn. This is the only place I ever go when the knitting bug strikes! Bravo to Valeria! read more

Exquisite wools and cashmeres and a fantastic instructor/owner who helps anyone who needs help in accomplishing a project. She is kind, helpful and very encouraging and helps fix things if one needs things to fix. I will always go back to her no matter how far my way will be to get there. She also gives private lessons which are extremely helpful and productive - a perfect source for those who want to knit or crochet. read more

Horrible customer service. This is NOT a store and felt more like the owner's personal knitting club for her and her friends. Doors were locked despite being open. We literally had to convince her to let us into the shop... she even locked the door behind us the second we entered. Once you make it inside, selection of yarn was average and limited. She appeared angry even while we paying for our yarn. read more

Knitting 321 is the BEST knitting store! I am thankful my first introduction to knitting was with the owner Valeria Kardos. She's all that makes the difference and why there is nothing like Knitting 321. I came in with zero knowledge, no background in fashion and the basics of dress-making. My line of work involves a lot of long-haul international travel and time spent at the airport lounges. I thought of learning the basics, so I have something to get preoccupied with other than work and reading. Little did I know that it's beginning of a collaborative relationship. Now, four months since gotten hooked into knitting, I have completed 3 hats, 3 scarves, and my first ever sweater project. Valeria can help you with all your knitting needs, including project ideas. She has an art master degree and came from the fashion industry sector. She can help design and make patterns. She paints, so she's incredibly great with colors, too. Being at the store is all about the project you want to do; which yarn feels best; and what needle size you are most comfortable. Nothing ever feels forced if it only takes out the fun of doing it. In other words, she's not out to sell you yarns or anything. You have to love it for yourself. I also feel the sense of community in her little shop with the other ladies (customers) willing to help, answer questions, and inspire each other's creation. Store services: - Private lessons (knitting and crochet) - Valeria conducts only one 1-on-1 private lesson each day 9:30-11:00 AM, Tuesdays to Saturdays. - Yarns - you'll find a wide array of the finest yarns from Europe and South America - Knitting accessories - Write patterns - Books / Magazines - Other services (project finishing and wet-blocking) read more

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I went there out of desperation because my spouse was undergoing treatment at a nearby medical center- The owner was sympathetic and sold me yarn which was supposed to be on sale - I left and realized that in my emotional state she had neglected to ask /offer or mention that she would wind the yarn for me So I ended up having to do it myself- considering that the yarn was expensive- I was not in an emotional position to deal with this etc - I felt ripped off read more

One star is generous. I asked how are you handling covit and the person who picked up the phone said they are all double vaccinated and don't wear masks. I said I have underling medical issues and wear a mask. She said, well don't come here. Need I say more. I will not go and she was kind of nasty about it. read more

Horrible, nasty owner. Thinks of herself as a major European designer. She definitely is not! Unfriendly and unpleasant she definitely is.! There is very little yarn in the shop and a very small selection. Not worth the trip from even a block away! read more

I would give this shop zero stars, if that were an option. They are so unfriendly and even though the shop is the size of a closet, the one woman stood over me as a I browsed. I definitely felt like I was being profiled. Their stock is also very limited and nothing there is particularly appealing. There better shops in the city. I would never go to this shop again. read more

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Super friendly and helpful knit shop on the Upper East Side. Take the few short steps down to this hidey hole of a venue and take a load off. The sales help encourages you to sit and knit with them like old friends. Don't know how? They have classes. You can learn to knit and crochet. Beautiful yarn selection. Worth visiting again and again. read more

Rude elderly lady whom I assume was the owner. I went in to buy some knitting needles for a new project I was going to start. Because of her rude attitude towards me, I ended up leaving and not purchasing anything-even though I live close by. I don't know why she had this attitude. She had her makeup applied badly and was dressed shabby. Don't like to say rude things about people but I went in there, was friendly, nice, told her I was looking for bamboo needles and the size I wanted and her rudeness and tone she used really shocked me. I thought what is her problem? As I left I told her she got some bad reviews on YELP about her attitude and she would be getting one by me too. I ended up going to a place on the west side and 78th. Super nice and friendly there. My to go place now. read more

Quaint, step-down store. Selection of yarns are a bit pricey but you can get some rare materials that are hard to find. I don't personally knit, but I came in here looking for a gift for a friend. I have to let the word out that the kind shop owner who is a self-professed "former fashion desginer" has these BEAUTIFUL knitting bags with matching needle holders. She specially commissions someone in Boston who uses french tapestries to create these masterpieces. They are lovely and I would go back just to get one of these unique bags as a purse. read more

Great knitting store. The owner is a very knowledgeable person who will take the time to help you with all your needs. Very pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommended. read more

Pretty cute little place. Small of course like so many NYC yarn stores but they have an okay variety of things. I wouldn't go in looking for something specific but you could go find something for a new project with a nice little variety. The prices were a little high but there were a couple things on sale. I was not inspired to buy anything there. Owner was nice and friendly. Customer sitting there was loud and obnoxious but you can't fault the store for that. read more

I've been here a couple of times. It's a very small store with a small selection of high quality (and expensive) yarns. I can see why the owner would rub people the wrong way, but I think she means well--just very blunt and a bit brusque. I've also found that the entire process of shopping there takes a long time even if I'm just looking to get something quickly. In all, I want to support local businesses as much as possible, but I've found all the same supplies online for a lot less money. read more

This place opened a few years back and the owner is a sweet lady who is eager to help people learn to knot and stocks gorgeous (albeit pricey) high quality yarns of all types. Knitting circles, classes and informal learning all take place here. A great source! read more

Valeria is a knitting Savant! There is nothing that she can't do or help you with. Her knowledge and experience are unparalleled and the yarns offered are exquisite. See for yourself. read more

Wandered in to check out the yarns as I heard there were some unusual ones to be found here. There is an amazing selection in this tiny slip of a shop. Beautiful yarns floor to ceiling, well organized, varied in weight, colors, mostly imported from Italy. A wall of pattern books and some some really cute baby sweater samples. Owner was welcoming and very helpful without hovering. She even sketched out a shawl and told me how much to cast on and decrease. When I saw a yarn I loved she offered to order it for me. There were a half dozen women knitting and being helped at the table. I spent a very pleasant time there and will call her for an order and will return. read more

Horrible customer service! I went there the other day and the lady working there was totally unprofessional. She rushed me with everything and rushed me out. She didnt want to answer my questions. She approached me very nastily. The price, I dont care about, but because of the service, I couldnt leave any faster. read more

I would give this shop no stars if that was possible. I was looking for a set of double pointed needles, and called ahead to see if they had them in stock. The woman (I'm guessing the owner) told me she had them. I told her I'd be in the next day, which was a Saturday. At about 4:15 in the afternoon, I walked into the store. The woman I had spoken to was standing at the register, and there was another woman talking to her. As I walked into the open store, the owner told me she was closed (note - the door was unlocked and the lights were on, and the sign on the door said that the shop was open until 5 pm on Saturday.) I started to tell her that I was the person who had called about the double pointed needles, but she cut me off and again told me that she was closed. She then told me to come back on Tuesday. I told her that I don't live in the city and just needed to purchase the double pointed needles, but she again said she was closed. Clearly, she has no sense of customer service. It would have taken less than five minutes to complete my transaction, but since she wouldn't sell me the needles, I will never go there again. My daughter lives right across the street, so I probably would have gone in to browse when I visit my daughter, but now I'll find other, more accommodating shops. I'm sure there are many who would love to have my business. read more

SO RUDE! I have been crocheting for years and was treated like I knew nothing. Just because I look young doesn't mean I know nothing about yarn or crocheting. Insanely overpriced yarns. I won't even return here to feel the yarn before ordering it online for a fair price. read more

Valeria, the owner taught me how to knit and she is amazing. Although I have not been to many knitting stores, this one is legit. Valeria, only carries the best of everything, yarns, patterns and expertise. Clients love that she can turn any normal machine made items into a pattern of knitted perfection. If you purchase the yarn from her, the patterns and assistance is always available. read more

Valeria is my go to coach. She knows her yarn and needles and so well and has only lead me in the right direction; pro advice! Don't be alarmed if she corrects you - she's really helping you become a better, more mindful knitter. I've only purchased needles although they have good yarn too! read more

Very unpleasant unwelcoming place. As I looked at yarn - I was ignored. Then, as I reviewed knitting books and magazines - the shop owner informed me, very upleasantly, that "Those are mine. They are not for sale!" (Oddly they all had prices written on them.) Very unpleasant. Would have given this place negative stars if such an option existed. read more

I love checking out yarn stores in different cities, and this one was just a delight! The owner Valeria was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I was interested in making a summer top and she gave me the pros and cons of different yarns. Then she drew a pattern for me and told me just how to make it. She also gave me her email address, and said if I went home and worked a gauge swatch, she'd be happy to write up more specific directions for my fit. I've been to many yarn stores with good customer service, but I just felt Valeria went way above and beyond! In addition, she had a great selection of European yarns that I haven't seen elsewhere. Next time I'm in NYC, I will definitely be stopping on again! read more

Don't go there. Whereas most knitting store owners are helpful this one has attitude. Refuses to even look at someone's knitting unless you've bought your wool. No matter if you just moved to neighborhood and hope to make this your local store. Complains of high rent and how she can't afford to do things free even though the store is empty. Avoid! read more

This store is really annoying to try to shop in. There is always a group squeezed into the table which is squeezed into the store, so at first glance it seems like a friendly environment. Then you try to shop, but you're not really allowed to just shop on your own...the employees (owner?) ask every three seconds if they can help you. I'm not there to steal yarn, don't treat me like a potential shoplifter. And they'll always try to oversell you way more yarn than you'll really need for a project. Average selection and prices. read more

The owner Valeria is amazing! I learned to knit years ago from my Nannie but had not knit in so long I was terrified to attempt anything more complicated than a scarf or baby blanket. Valeria has patiently taught me new techniques and written patterns for me. I am on my third children's sweater! She is knowledgable and helpful and I would not go anywhere else! read more

It's a beautiful store but egoistic owner. She gets annoyed when you don't follow her direction. Excuse me. I don't recommend. For what it is, yarns are too expensive.. Not enough stock. Every color or a stock I choose, she did not have enough.. She rather was getting annoyed that Im choosing stock that she doesn't have enough. I would not walk into this store anymore. Wish I can give no star!!! read more

Went in to inquire about lessons. I am left handed and she made me feel like there was something wrong with me. I didn't realize being left handed was a handicap read more

What a great find!! Valeria was so nice and helpful. I'm a beginner knitter and she was very nice and patient while helping me pick out my yarn and needles. There seemed to be a class going on - or else people were just all knitting together ( they did seem to be working on some major projects). Such a cute little place! read more

Stay away! I bought $100.00 worth of yarn in early August. As a beginner I asked the owner if she'd help me out with my baby blanket if I had a problem. She told me to come in any time and she'd be glad to help out. Well, I am almost done and had a question about what to do with the "tails". I went in (called first to alert her) and she did not want to know me. She was impatient, told me she wouldn't show me how to sew in tails unless I took a lesson, and responded to all my questions with caustic sarcasm. She lost a potential customer. I understood her not being able to show me how to sew in tails without a lesson, but couldn't put up with her sarcasm when I asked how to block organic yarn and received such an unpleasant answer. And this, in front of two other women in the shop. I repeat-stay away. read more

Lovely little knitting shop on the UES. Valeria was recommended to me by a friend so I decided to check out her shop. Wonderful place - I don't know what I would have done without her. I took a class with her and she was patient, encouraging and very interested in seeing me develop as a knitter. She is always eager to suggest new patterns and colors for different projects and can custom design, as well. The shop is not all that large so she is limited in the yarns that she can keep in stock. If you frequent the shop regularly, you will see some absolutely beautiful projects being created and find yourself truly inspired! read more

I found this to be a very pokey store, with sky high prices, and not a particularly inspiring selection of yarn. They also didn't have the needles I'd gone in for, and were a little pushy when I was looking around. Knitty City on the Upper West Side is far superior. read more

I learned how to knit from Valeria last summer. Amazing teacher, patient, thorough, and inspiring. Could not be happier with my new hobby. It's addicting! Great shop, great selection, and many ideas to get you started. You can sit here for hours while knitting and never feel unwelcome. Oh, and Valeria will always help with you if you have a knitting problem! Love it here. read more

I've known Valeria for more than half of my life, she is a fellow designer and a fantastic detail oriented knitter! Not only does have magic hands and a heart of gold, she has a talent to attract interesting, talented women. Who like her share her love of the art of knitting and creating beautiful pieces for any occasion. She patiently works with them on individual projects. Valeria offers private lessons to all level knitters. From the beginners to advanced, since everyone has more than one question. Depending on a question, and the clients ability to execute the project she would sometimes recommend a separate lesson or two. Since she needs to take care of the store and other customers, she is not always available to give individual attention on a whim. Valeria is an elegant host in her small but charming store, that is usually full of like minded lovely ladies. Her keen eyes for beauty rolls over in the yarn choices she offers to her clients. She tries to get the best available yarn and supplies, even if it ends up being a bit more costly. She appreciates beauty and quality, treating every garment as a masterpiece. I would recommend this place to ANYONE interested in knitting, crocheting, or anything related to it. Come and learn from the best! Bravo Valeria! read more

I've been there today. The shop is small, the variety is pitiful. Ridiculously overpriced by at least 40%. The Addi needles cost $28.50 (with tax) vs $18.95 online price. Think twice before you go there unless you don't care about the price and variety. read more

I am so glad I stumbled upon Knitting 321 two years ago. Valeria, the owner, is wonderful. She is extremely knowledgable and is a fantastic teacher and designer. She gives private lessons in the mornings and is extremely patient with her students. I have become a much stronger knitter with her help and just finished an amazing cable knit sweater that she designed for me based upon a design we found online. In addition, she has a fantastic selection of premium yarns (no cheapo yarn here) and works with you to design your project. She is open 5 days a week (hours posted online and on the door) and has late hours on Tuesdays - which works out very well for me as I tend to work past 6pm most nights. Saturdays tend to be pretty busy and so, you might have to wait your turn to get Valeria's help (I went in recently with several questions on the sweater mentioned above and the store was very busy, she was more than happy to help and I understood I had to wait until the folks ahead of me were helped before she could turn her attention over to me). read more