This shop has an amazing selection. The staff is helpful. The atmosphere is fun. I love buying…read morelocal.

Ordered online and received it in just a few days. Yarn colors were as shown on the website. Prices…read morevery reasonable.

Love, love, love this knitting boutique! They have taken my knitting to new levels with their…read moreexpert lessons and assistance. I can now knit sweaters with confidence, and they are always there to help me if I mess up. The yarns are best. So much to choose from: Cashmere, alpaca, superwash wool, camel, and cotton and silk for knitting in the summertime -- just to mention a few! So much to choose from. And if I want to knit a furry critter or a doll for a child, the have good quality yarn at a more affordable pricepoint (luxury yarn v. budget). Plus I can count on them to always have the needle size I need to start my project -- not to mention beautiful project bags, tools needed for your project, notions, etc. And for at least the last year, they have expert CROCHET classes! Yes, I did say crochet because it seems like it's the new "in" thing to do! I did take a lesson from their crochet instructor and it was truly a lot of fun! This is by far the best yarn boutique in Georgia! P.S. They have an online shop as well! Something for everyone.

Last year a friend and I decided to start knitting as a new hobby. I did a little research for…read morebeginner classes and stumbled upon YFE and took the plunge. After perusing their website, I decided to call and get us schedule for a beginners knitting class. From my first telephone interaction I knew this was going to be a good thing. Fast forward a year later and I'm part of a community full of knitters that empower one another and help each other. The classes offered are wonderful and allow me to step out my comfort zone and meet new people andddd add some cool stuff to my wardrobe that I made on my own. Betty and Mansi are the sweetest and want nothing more than to help you be a great knitter and I appreciate how patient they are with me. If you're looking for a new hobby and want to knit...coke to YFE. You won't be sorry!!!!

Strings & Stitches is a favorite. When in the Ellijay area, I always stop in to see what's new in…read morequality yarns & designs. The ladies are always helpful & knowledgeable.

I highly recommend visiting this shop when you are around the Ellijay area. They have an excellent…read morevariety of yarn along with samples to inspire you. Visiting this shop is a must for any knitter or crochet enthusiast.

Kudos to places who provide space for people to come together to do things they love like work on…read morefiber arts! I was visiting ATL for the weekend and wanted to visit some yarn stores so the Craftivist came up in my research. I saw that they host events for people to come in and work on their fiber arts a few times a week so this sold me on visiting! When I stopped in, I was greeted and there was space for me to sit down. I even got some help on my project. It was so nice to be community with people who love the fiber arts for a little while. I look forward to supporting their business since they also ship!

I recently had a private knitting lesson here…read more The instructor begin with telling me the different types of forms yarn comes in, ie. hanks, skeins and balls along with other information about knitting. After the introduction the instructor picked out a wood circular knitting needle for me. The reason for choosing the wood I was told it would help hold the yarn better for a beginner versus a metal needle. When it came time to choose the yarn I was told to make my choice from a small area. I picked a mustard yarn. The next day I received an invoice from the store because I didn't pay for the items. Silly me. I assumed because I was only allowed to pick out from a certain section that it was included with the lesson that I had paid for. Unfortunately, because the yarn I chose was quite small. It has been difficult as a beginner working with it. There have been a lot of starts and stops which I would expect but more so because of the size of the yarn. I have since learned as a beginner I should have a bulkier yarn. When I left that day, I had not gotten the hang of the cast on, or the knit stitch. Five minutes before the class was to end we had just finished casting on and that didn't leave much time for the knitting since the store was opening. Since taking the class I have been able to get the hang of the cast on and the knit stitch thanks to Sheep and Stitch on YouTube. I think the reason I didn't get the hang of it in the store was because of the teaching style. It just didn't mesh with my learning style. I would definitely recommend the classes to anyone here. Very professional staff. Because the yarn I ended up purchasing isn't good for beginners. I did call the store to see if I could exchange it, but I was told they would not accept it because it had already been wound. The staff was very nice. They were very helpful when customers came in.

I was not impressed with this store. My mother and I were in this area and I'd googled the website…read moreand was looking for a specific type of yarn. We walked in and were greeted immediately and asked if we needed any help. I told them what I was looking for and they directed me to the selection of yarn that they offered. The second person that directed me to their selection was nice, enough. However, as I walked around the store, I felt that I was being watched, which is an uncomfortable feeling, as most could understand. After I found a suitable yarn, I asked about double-pointed needles and again gave the specifics of the needle type I was seeking. They kept their needle selection behind the counter and the lady helping me wasn't sure if she even carried the size I was looking for, which isn't unusual, but they were able to locate some. As I went up to the counter, the original person who greeted rang me up, but she just simply wasn't friendly. Although she was pretty nice to the person who was at the counter at the same time as me. I won't say this shop was racist, but they were definitely not welcoming to my mother and I. Since I live out of state, it's not a hardship to not return here. And it's far out of the way of where my family lives, so I won't ever be tempted to return again.

It's okay. Selection was good , not great. My biggest turn off was they weren't friendly until I…read moreengaged them and they realized I was into the higher end yards.. they could learn a thing or two from my favorite yarn shop in Brevard.. if you are wanted clientele that are willing to pay $15-60 a skein for yarn then hospitality is the way to go.

Adorable little spot in Chamblee. I was interested in taking a knitting class and was thrilled to…read morefind one nearby. I received the most beautiful email encouraging me to start this journey and assuring me I would have support all along the way. The teacher was so patient & kind. Can't wait til next class!

I'm sad to see this shop closed. They had fresh, craft-centric decor and a unique array of yarns…read moreand macrame cords in very nice, often understated shades. I loved that a big chunk of their fiber was plant based.

I had a great experience and happy that this business is in the area…read more I was worried about where I was going to get my yarn from after Joanne's closed. Especially as I'm gravitating toward more natural yarn types. It's a small, cozy, and intimate with a lot of variety of yarn. I like that they have a lot of natural yarns there. There's a pretty big range of prices for the variation of the yarn. You can find a lot of your crochet and knitting needs there from cute accessories, useful devices like the winding machine, hooks, etc. They also have classes you can sign up for.

I'm a fiber artist; what this means, is that I'm completely taken by fibers like cotton, acrylic,…read morepolyester, bamboo, wool, rafia etc. I turn these fibers into beautiful pieces of clothing. Yarn is a magnet for me, so I tend to look for yarn stores, yarn deals and specialty stores. This particular yarn studio popped up on my google maps when I was looking for yarn for a prayer shawl. So I drove 30 minutes there and found some great deals on dyed yarns of cotton and wool varieties. Turns out they offer crochet and knitting classes too. The 2 store owners were very welcoming and gracious in their attentions. I was given personal service and made to feel special. I ended up with Japanese brand yarn - noro that I previously could not afford. It was a wonderful experience. I was told they vary yarns from 4 different individual dye artists.

I love this store. Lisa is the best teacher. She offers one on one classes. I moved away several…read moreyears ago, but if I need supplies, I email what I need and she sends them right away.

Unfortunately, one of the two owners does not live up to a high standard of customer service for…read moreher senior citizens. ***Not only that, senior citizens BEWARE!! My mother has been a customer of theirs for well over a year and has spent a lot of $$$ supporting this business. We thought this facility catered to customers who loved to knit and welcomed a friendly atmosphere full of camaraderie and social groups. This does not seem to be the case so please do not be fooled. Not only was Lisa over the top rude and disrespectful to my mother, she embarrassed her to the point of never returning or patronizing the business again. Some background here: Yes my mother is a senior citizen Yes my mother loved this place because she enjoyed the company and camaraderie of the owners and the other patrons Yes she hung out here ALOT--they have couches, tables, and lazy boys to promote this, we thought Lisa, the one of two owners said my mother was "demanding of their time". We know my mother paid for her classes, materials and lessons over and above of what was expected and we thought that was what Yarn Junkee's catered to. With an open mind I went into Yarn Junkees to speak with Lisa to find out exactly what was said if this could be a mistake. No apology from her or wishes that this could have been different. Next, I asked her what she "really" said to my mother. Please make no mistake, this is Lisa not the other owner who is still very kind to this day to my mother. In front of customers and my mother's friends, she asked my mother to "LEAVE" and "THIS IS NOT A SENIOR CITIZENS BABYSITTING SERVICE''!!!! The last time we checked (and no customers were in the facility) there was no sign stating "Please only stay an hour, 1/2 a day or a full day." Lisa was the RUDEST OWNER I have ever met. When I tried to find out from her what took place, she wouldn't explain the "whole" story, nor has she apologized to me or my mother to date. I would highly caution not only senior citizens from going into this business, but anyone else that chooses to support it. Not only was Lisa discriminatory against senior citizens, Lisa also needs to put her customer service skills into check for her business to ever flourish and/or succeed....good luck with that WE will never be back.

When we first moved to Atlanta, my husband recommended I go see this place that he just happened…read moreto see while getting our car serviced across the street. I'm so glad he did...This place is amazing... from customer service, to any kind of material you need to create your own designs on or off the sewing machine, to teaching what you don't know, and need to know about any machine they have available. I've bought both sewing machines and sergers from this store. They give you excellent deals when purchasing anything, and if ever a problem they always provide the right solution. Their classes are very informative, well worth the price, their expertise is amazing, and their machine repair is second to none. And, as always, the buck stops at the top...their Manager is second to none, always available, fair, honest, and if it's fixable, she can fix it!

Went to see if I can have my sewing machine fixed. A very nice young lady provided great customer…read moreservice and explained what I should do to get it done. They also sell sewing machines, and they seem to offer different types of sewing classes. There is also a selection of materials for sale. While I was waiting for my turn, a gentleman came to pick up his machine, and he seemed very happy. I did ask the sales lady, how much it did cost and the price seemed reasonable. Of course, every service price is based on the additional parts and labor needed. So, I will definitely give it a try. Seems like it will take few weeks to get your sewing machine back, but I'm sure it will be worth it.

When I'm creating projects or artwork with machine embroidery Sulky thread is my embroidery…read morethread of choice. Depending on the project I can select Rayon or Polyester thread in a variety of weights. The color choices are endless and can blended gradually or distinct vivid contrast. The work always comes out looking great. The thread shows it's quality in the finished product. If the item is going to be laundered frequently the Polyester thread stands up to heavy use.. I have a tri-fold thread chart that helps me select just the right color. In addition to thread colors on the thread chart there are collections by title. The skin tone selection was a fantastic purchase and accommodates the multitude of colors/shades/tones for people throughout the world. The collection of neon colors Is nice to have on hand if the need arises for ultra bright. I even had an occasion when I used the black light white thread and received multiple compliments on the project. Whatever you need in the way of machine embroidery thread I think you'll be satisfied with Sulky Embroidery thread.