The Knittin' Coop is a women-owned business founded in 2019 by Robin Ferguson who currently owns…read moreand operates the business. Located in the Historic Downtown Salem, it is a BBB Accredited Business with a rating of A+, offering a wide selection of yarns, patterns, accessories, and classes for knitting and spinning enthusiasts. With a focus on local and indie dyed yarns, as well as popular brands like Malabrigo and Rowan, the shop provides a vibrant community space for crafters of all levels. After being awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants, businesses, and entertainment venues, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And the Knittin' Coop, in Salem, Virginia, is a perfect example. I discovered this, one-of-a-kind, women-owned business one day after having had breakfast at the Bean Bliss Coffee Bar on S College Ave, in Salem, Virginia. It was the shop next door, and I couldn't help but to go in and visit after seeing their colorful and lively Holiday Season decorations on the windows of their shop. Inside, I found a cozy shop for yarn and fiber arts, plus classes and event led by the friendly owner, who greeted and welcomed me with open arms. Besides having a special talent for selecting a wide collection of beautiful merchandise, she is a survivor entrepreneur of the covid era which began shortly after she started her business. This hardship led her to create one of the most beautiful and practical websites that I have ever seen. Not only creating a place for customers to purchase her merchandise contactless, but establishing a strong relationship with her customers this way, so now they can visit her shop to gather for one of her workshops, borrow a book from her lending library, feel the products before purchasing them, or simply spend some time chatting with the owner who has a wonderful personality. Beside the great variety of very unique and quality, colorful yarn, of which I had never seen before in larger, corporate shops, she also carries items such as books, accessories, sweaters, scarfs, just to name a few. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the variety and quality of the products sold there. The place is also decorated with artworks with meaningful and some funny quotes. There is also a good size room on the side where people can gather to attend one of the owners workshop, or simple to relax and knit. I highly recommend this place and encourage everyone to give it and the friendly, entrepreneurial owner your total support.

Adorable store. Great selection of yarns, tools, and notions. Robin is so knowledgeable!read more

Fun, community and yarn. What could be better?!? I took a class and finished a project all in one…read moreday. Something for everyone.

I wanted my mom to make my first prom dress(1979). That…read morefollowing weekend she took me to Schoolhouse Fabrics! I was an old soul..I always wanted to be with my mom and her side of the family. Grandmother a few of her sisters, aunts and great aunts..lol. ALL of us were crafters. Quilts, garments, cross stitching(that was mine). I now love quilting and Schoolhouse Fabrics was and still is my "go to" place! Great prices for such quality of quilting fabric. They have always greeted me with a smile. If I look lost, there very helpful with helping me. Even if I need advice on sewing machines, color matching and finding an older fabric line that I didn't buy enough to finish my project. A lot of times they had it and took me straight to it! Thank you for everything you have done to make my experience a happy one!

First time I've been in this store. They do have a large store with all types of fabric. No one…read moregreeted us, we did ask about a certain item, and the lady cut it for me. There are four rooms downstairs each with an opening that connects two together. At each room is an employee, again no greeting, no questions from them. I felt that they were watching every move I made. I did find items I wanted and made a purchase. But I won't go back.

cute place!! needed help w finding paper to use for my insect bio project (particular) and was…read morehelped w the quickness fr they have a nice variety for a smaller shop and they even have cute posters and things of that nature that aren't necessarily crafts, just cute decor, books, knick knacks, etc. prices are very reasonable as well and i could easily find everything i needed here

So happy this place opened in downtown Blacksburg! Really friendly service, well organized shelves,…read moreand lots of cute stuff that I want. In there with my daughters the other day, we picked up oil paint, notebooks, and a gift card to use when Covid-19 is over. While it's not as comprehensive as Mish-Mish, it's a perfect store for this spot. Fingers crossed it stays open for a very long time.

I have passed by this store many many times but never stopped. Today I made a special trip: it was…read moretime. I want to live there. Seriously the place is fantastic! The people were friendly and there's a cute shop dog too! The selection of fabrics and supplies was amazing as you can see in the few photos posted. And they offer classes too.

I've been a Magpie customer for 10+ years. We use them for their embroidery business to add our…read morecompany logo to shirts, hats, and bags. Their level of service and professionalism is top notch.

The staff said something strange and made me feel unwelcome, so I left right away. There are better…read moreyarn shops in town.