I bought some sale yarn from Four Purls on-line. The price was good and triggered my curiosity…read moreabout the place. The pictures showed a HUGE shop. I was in Florida, visiting a friend, and talked her into making the 2 hour trip to Four Purls. Walking in, I was amazed! The place really is HUGE - the largest yarn shop I'v ever been in. The owners were really nice, explaining how the store in laid out with regard to the yarn weights. I asked about Cashmere yarn; they had it. Yak yarn; they had it. Yarns from countries that I didn't know produced yarns - Japan. They have their own private label yarn as well. This is a destination store if you're anywhere in Florida. If you use yarn in any way, you will love this place. I told my friend I'll be back to visit, if only to go back to Four Purls.

Every city I go to, I have to check out the yarn store. I went to Winter Haven eight years ago, but…read moredidn't know about Four Purls back then. I had no reasons to visit Winter Haven (nothing there), but I found myself on the way from Tampa to Orlando on a Sunday so I stopped in. It's rare for a LYS to be open seven days a week - but they are so that was a definite plus. There's a decent amount of free parking on the street and in a nearby small lot. The store has a great selection, although I found it to be eaten up by a ton of Emma's yarns (local, but having one wall of it takes away from other yarns they could stock in my opinion). For example, I wish they stocked Cascade 220 since no stores nearby stock it. Although there is a yarn for everyone, and a few interesting finds (Biscotti self-striping, multicolored roving, art yarns, crochet animal kits). I met Noelle, and she was very sweet in helping me out, and showed me around the shop since it was my first time there. Overall, there's a good range of yarns organized by weight (my preferred layout for a LYS), and is definitely one of the top yarn stores I've been to in the Southeast.

Extremely disorganized business with a shockingly unprofessional owner. We registered and paid in…read moreadvance, but when we arrived, they had completely botched our enrollment due to their own administrative errors. Instead of apologizing or trying to fix it, the owner became incredibly defensive, hostile, and rude. They do not take accountability for their mistakes and lack basic customer service skills. I have heard that the place has gone downhill since the change in ownership and now I completely understand why. Very unfortunate for our small community.

We've been loyal customers of Mimi's Crafts for over 20 years, visiting regularly with my…read morehandicapped mother and aunt, who have always enjoyed painting keepsakes together during visits. Sadly, since the new ownership took over, the experience has drastically gone downhill. On their most recent visit, they were told--quite abruptly--that moving forward they would only be allowed to come in twice per piece, and that painting must be completed within six months of purchase. This was never a policy before, and the way it was communicated felt aggressive and unwelcoming. Disheartened by the interaction, they decided it would be their last time visiting Mimi's. To make matters worse, when they were called to say their pieces had finished firing, they were informed one of them had broken--without a hint of an apology. The only "resolution" offered was a gift card for the original value or nothing at all. When they went to pick up what was left of the piece, the owner was present and still didn't offer a single apology. This is not the kind of customer service or family-friendly environment we used to know and love. It's deeply disappointing to see such a treasured place become so unaccommodating and indifferent toward long-time customers. We will be taking our business--and our loyalty--to one of the many other paint-your-own studios in the area that still prioritize kindness, flexibility, and community. And when leaving a review on google to express these issues, it felt like we were responded to with a chatgpt answer, because it wasn't even being addressed to the correct person. Which felt even more impersonal.

The best yarn store for many miles. Friendly service. Quality yarns. Sit and stitch on couch with…read morefriends. Coffee available and cool air conditioning. Highly recommend.

What beautiful and quick work! I was wowed by the embroidery. I highly recommend Barefoot Stitchery!read more

The Best Fabric store in the area. I recently visited the Space Coast and tried to visit as many…read morequilting stores as possible. This one had the best selection BY FAR. I have been visiting this part of Florida for almost 20 years, but I only recently started quilting. I can't believe this store has been under my nose this whole time. I won't ever miss the opportunity to visit this wonderful store when I am in the area. Definitely worth the stop.

Love this all inclusive quilt shop. Friendly staff, wide selection of fabrics and notions…read more Excellent value for your quilting and sewing notions.

I just took my first lesson with Valerie, the store's owner, and a few friends. I am so glad I did!…read moreI moved to the area a few months ago and was lamenting the loss of proximity to my favorite LYS. Now, I feel like I've found a home! Valerie is an EXCELLENT teacher-- fun, engaging, and most importantly, flexible. All three of us were at different levels and she was able to gauge our abilities and figure out common things she could teach all three of us while allowing us to pursue our own projects. It was easy to book a lesson and she was very responsive. Not only were the lessons great, the store is beautiful! There is a huge selection of yarns and even better, lots of samples to inspire. The shop is well-lit, comfortable, and roomy. I am already looking forward to our next lesson!

UNBELIEVABLE!!! Everything I order, goes to NW Washington State, and it always comes beautifully…read morepackaged and quicker than when I order from Seattle (90 miles from my house)! Valerie is a delight to talk to and has always been helpful for all my knitting needs. I would check with Valerie before ordering from anyone else, because I know her prices will be competitive, and my order will be processed and sent out immediately. If ever I am in that area, you can bet I am going to visit this magnificent store!

This place is ah-maze-ing. The owner Lora is very sweet and knowledgeable. They are staying extra…read moresafe with COVID and are open by appointment only. Be sure to give them a call to schedule your visit. They are only allowing 2 people in at a time to ensure social distancing. Their collection of yarn is phenomenal. This ain't Joann's. Expect to pay a pretty penny for some high quality yarn (which, those of us that knit and crochet are already used to). If they don't have something you want, they can get it for you. And they have patterns galore! Lora was doing larger group classes and they had a regular group coming there before COVID hit. Now she does private classes for 1-2 people at a time. Classes are $25 per 1 hour session and sessions are as needed. They do Monday through Saturday private classes. The loveable cat Daisy is very sweet and helps make the place feel welcoming.

Lora is amazingly helpful and very talented! I am new to knitting and she was very supportive and…read morehelpful.

it's small business Saturday! So glad to meet this artist... I have several of her pieces at home…read moredid not realize they were from her as I bought them through my friend Kasey or online. The shop is absolutely wonderful and for the next couple weeks she'll be doing a pop-up sales 9-2PM. All kinds of discounts and great variety. This would be a great place to shop for Christmas. One of my favorite things hint hint was the pottery based wine glasses.