I've been a customer at the Knittery since the prior owner was only a clerk/knitting instructor…read more The rich history of this place being purchased by employees from the retiring owner makes it a must-stop place to shop, no matter where they've been located. From the old, old shopping center in the 80s by JC Penny, to the small location by IKEA and then this one, I've been a customer and followed them, literally, since 1986, and learned how to read a pattern through classes that were worth the 30 minute drive to get there, even with a houseful of babies. Got a question? I encourage you to call and ask. You won't be disappointed. I've been told "we'd love to see you but we don't have that in stock right now." The honesty is refreshing. Do they seem busy? Speak up; they're just waiting to hear what you need and will get to you as soon as they can. The best experience is to allow ample time to browse. You'll won't be nagged while deciding on the perfect pattern, and they'll gladly help you choose the perfect yarn to make it, if you can't decide which yarn on your own. I'm treating myself to a special trip just for yarn tomorrow; my birthday present to myself. I can't wait! I'll probably still miss Wynne, but I hope I'm still around to see these ladies retire and pass the store on to the employees who will buy it in the future.

I haven't been to this shop in a few years, but I have missed it. Marcy, the owner offers…read moreincredibly affordable workshops that you can sign up for, where you can bring in your project to work on and she provides excellent help and guidance if you get stuck. I took in a skein of yarn that had been munched on by moths (thankfully they were long gone post feast) and Shannon, one of the lovely gals who works there, spent over two hours unravelling, hand winding and then winding the little balls into one beautiful cake. I highly recommend this space if you are looking for some very nice folks to help you find what you need and provide classes of all kinds.

A lovely spacious space to sit and knit and to take knitting classes!!!…read more Jen the owner is just awesome and Hilde is really wonderful. Personable and great helpers for all your yarn and knitting projects. Beautiful and plentiful skeins or yarn and patterns and fun tchotchke items... Prices vary and there's something for everyone. Sit & Stitch available: Wed 12noon-2pm Thurs 6pm-8pm Last Saturday of the month: 10am-12pm

Have been shopping with them for several years. The owner & employees are always helpful and…read morewelcoming. Love their spacious new location. They have always have a good selection at various price ranges and have everything you need for your projects.

I am a brand new crocheter and stopped by on my way home to pick out some yarn to get started. I…read morecame by on a Tuesday evening and saw the "sit and stitch" group in progress - it could not have been a better time to come in! Everyone was so kind and welcoming, even those who didn't work at the store and were there to knit/crochet. I was in awe of the selection of yarns and the two employees I spoke to were both so welcoming of questions and invited me to come back to the group sometime. I'll be sure to swing for the group by once I get some of the basics down!

The owner was very friendly, and I loved the little pug that was there as well. I felt that there…read morewas a good selection of notions as wells yarns. I got several hanks of yarn, some new DPNs and some Pom Pom makers. Prices were very reasonable.

What a beautiful and well thought out business. I was invited to participate in their trunk show…read morethis past weekend and enjoyed pretty much everything about this yarn lover's paradise. I was immediately impressed upon entering the store. It felt as though I had crossed the other side of the wardrobe and ended up in Knitting Narnia. Shelves of beautiful fabrics, yarns, and so many more items you didn't know you needed, but now that you've seen them you just gots to have them. There are tables and chairs nestled about for groups to hang out and knit while enjoying a coffee or snack from the Firebird Cafe located in the back of the shop. The cafe has a lot of selection of sweet and savory snackums including gluten free items; however, when I asked about contamination risk for celiac peeps they weren't sure how safe it was, so I stuck to the hot chocolate which was hot..and chocolaty..and full of goodness. May I also note that they serve wine and I am just so on board with that. Wine, knitting, and someone brought their cat in on leash... I see no reason to ever leave this place. This shop offers tons of events like the one I participated in this weekend where they invite local artists to set up inside their store and peddle their wares. The excitement from their regulars the moment the doors opened was palpable. They were just all about getting their paws on the fun, beautiful, and handy items for sale. In addition to events like these, this shop stays super involved with their locals by hosting classes that range well beyond knitting and crocheting. Every individual I interacted with here brought their best energy and enthusiasm and were so upbeat I started wondering what the secret these knitters are putting in their herbal tea... and if they'd share some with me. If you're a crafty fellow definitely check this place out. You might just walk out with the find of a lifetime, some magical knitter's tea, or even get to pet a cat on a leash...the possibilities are endless.

Not the most user friendly of places but I was desperate for a longer knitting needle over the…read moreholidays when I was stranded during the Southwest airlines mess. I knew I should have packed a longer cable!

I discovered this shop a few years ago and every time I make my way to Western Washington, I make…read moreit a point to stop here! The owner is the most friendly guy and I once met a lovely friendly woman working too! There is no hand dyed yarn here, instead this shop carries online yarn, but in store. (For example, ICE yarn) There is some Lion Brand and Red Heart, but he carries varieties that I never see in box stores. I love that you can see online yarn in person. Technically it is a tiny more expensive this way, but you save on shipping costs and can feel the yarn in person first! There are also lots of accessories available for sale, and LOTS of books! The owner is also very good about recognizing both knitters AND crocheters! (Unlike some yarn stores..) Overall, I recommend this store. There is SO MUCH yarn inside. And if you can't make it to Des Moines, there is an online Amazon store!

Great store! They had a wide variety of everything you'd want in a yarn store. The service was…read moretop-notch, very knowledgeable and friendly. He even went into details of the processes used to create some of the samples in the store. We'll definitely be going back!

This store definitely won first place (if there was one) on the Yarn Tour 2026. They have…read morecomfortable seating with couches and a table and chairs, an amazing selection of yarn, and the staff was so incredibly helpful! The best was with the Yarn Tour, you receive 2 free patterns, and many stores did scarves, or vests, but this store - WOW - an absolutely adorable Summer Cardigan! The same cardigan was shown as crocheted or knit, and the color selection for the yarn to make it was vast! The owner was wearing the cardigan and it was just stunning. Parking was easy, the store is comfortable, clean and huge, the yarn selection was incredible, the pattern was beautiful, and the staff and owner were so welcoming! Definitely returning!

Lovely selection of yarn in this small but wonderfully unique and creative space. Friendly and…read moreengaging service. Can't wait to go back.

Came in a mini yarn crawl with some friends. I've never been here before and was amazed to see all…read morethe nice hard to find yarn. Everyone was friendly

Beautiful store! Extensive selection; friendly, knowledgeable, kind staff! A joy to shop here.read more

So much yarn indeed! It's rare to find a yarn shop with quite this much yarn variety. Malabrigo,…read moreuniversal yarns, indie dyers, and much more. Thick and thin, sparkly or shadowed, there is lots to see here. Staff was super friendly and willing to help.

So Much Yarn was the highlight of my time at Pike Place! A vast selection of yarn, many project…read moresamples to view, as well as kind staff. It was my first time visiting an independent yarn store so when I initially walked in, I wasn't sure where to start other than knowing I wanted something from a local dyer. One of the team members pointed me to the Washington dyers & answered my questions. They also were kind enough to wind the skeins without any extra charge which I greatly appreciated! So Much Yarn left a memorable and favorable impression!