This section is for people who might be travelling, and wondering what shops are in the area, or for people who don't know about shops in their own area. If you are looking for shops in the U.S. that sell cross stitch supplies, I found a great site called the Needlework Shop Locator that allows you to click on a region and find needlework shops in each state!
Click on the hyperjumps below to get to any particular state and its shops. If you have a store you like to visit, send me a note. I'll include the shop's name, address, phone and description. And if you see someone here who isn't in business anymore, or who has moved, please let me know that as well.
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"The owner and all of the ladies that work there are so patient and helpful. They have a great display area, lots of neat things I would love to have and put on my wish list; they and often have shows of local as well as nationally known stitchers. The have classes in quilting and all types of needle work and just do a great job of helping when I am stuck." --Gayle
Patricia's Cross Stitch
305 North Street
Talladega Alabama 35160
1-256-362-9770
1-877-362-9770
1-256-362-9779(fax)
www.angelfire.com/al2/patriciascrossstitch/
Serendipity Needleworks
2113-B University Boulevard
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
phone: (205) 758-0108
toll free order line: (888) 248-4743
"I have expanded to include West Alabama's best selection of hand painted and pre-worked needlepoint, beautiful fibers with which to stitch your canvas, andˆäa wonderful array of hand knitting yarns." - Ellen Johnson
"Attic Needlework in Mesa, Arizona is a wonderful store. The owner, Jean Lea, specializes in samplers, although the very large shop carries all types of needlework, has many classes, and national teachers come frequently. Every Thursday night the shop is open until 9 PM for open stitching, and everyone is welcome. There are quite a few regulars (I've been one since 1991) but people visiting the Phoenix area just for vacation stop by too." -- Mary Louise
Old Town Needlework & Framing
7236 East First Avenue
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
602-990-2270
Old Town Needlework & Framing carries needlepoint and cross-stitch canvasses and supplies. The canvasses tend to be mostly southwest designs. Mail order on canvasses, supplies and framing is available. I had the southwest canvasses which I had bought there framed there (through the mail - either you can tell them what you want or they'll decide; I let them decide)and they did a great job. The people are very friendly. I believe they also have classes and a newsletter. --Susan L. Kaplowitz
"We stock a variety of needlework thread fibers, import cloths, and accessories. We specialize in needlepoint, counted cross-stitch, and embroidery. Our store hours are Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat.9-5 Central Time. Take all major credit cards."
"Has lots of Needlepoint as well as Cross Stitch. Very nice shop. Great variety of threads." --Lois
Fabrications
120 W. Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Phone: (916) 272-4412
Fax: (916) 272-1450
If you are not familiar with this part of Northern California, we are located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, about one hour east of Sacramento and about one hour west of the lake Tahoe area. Fabrications is quilting fabric, yarn and needlework retail store started in May 1995. In February we started carrying needlepoint and cross stitch products - full Paternayan, full DMC floss, Anchor Marlitt embroidery thread, a selection of painted canvases, canvas, aida, linen and penelope, Splendor silk, Designer's Dream cards, Rita Klein and Maggie Thompson kits. A modest but fair beginning. Please visit!
La Knitterie Parisienne
12642-44 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
1-800-2BUY-YARN
They have just about the most fabulous selection of yarn I have seen in years. They stock Anny Blatt, Vittadini, Pingouin like I've never seen... Being in their store is like being a kid in a candy shop. The shop is owned by Merle and Edith, and mail order is available..they are fast and reliable...if you are ever in the area this store is definitely a must see.... -- Judy Lui-Tamaki
Needle in a Haystack
Alameda, CA
www.needlestack.com
"A great store with huge selection."
Needlepoints Ltd.
7939 Garden Grove Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA
(714) 894-5242
www.needlepointsltd.com
"Located in the Ralphs shopping center on the corner of Garden Grove Blvd and Beach Blvd. This is the largest and most complete stitchery store I've ever seen, covering cross-stitch, specialty stitching and needlepoint. Literally thousands of charts and patterns - including an extensive collection of hardanger books and charts; almost any type of floss, yarn or specialty thread you will ever need or think of needing; comprehensive notebooks full of smaller charts; walls full of beautiful hand-painted needlepoint canvases. The staff is extemely knowledgeable and helpful, and there are always classes offered -- I just learned hardanger there, and will probably be taking an advanced hardanger course soon. Other classes have included beadwork, needlepoint and the ever-popular beginning cross-stitch. A spacious, clean and attractive store, decked with beautiful models of many top-selling needleworks!" --Mary
STITCHCRAFT STORE
4941 CLAIREMONT DRIVE, SUITE E
SAN DIEGO, CA 92117
858-272-4003
858-565-6565 FAX
xstitch@stitchcraft.com
Weaver's Needle & Frame
Orders Only: 888-615-1444
1610-2 Newbury Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
805-499-7979 Phone
805-499-5184 Fax
mailto: weavers.needle@verizon.net
Store Hours:
Mon. and Wed.-Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays
"The Creative Needle has been in business for 18 years and carries a wide selection of charts, fabric, threads, needles and stitching accessories for your cross stitch needs. We will help in any way we can to find your favorite accessory or chart. Mail orders welcome."
Stitch by Stitch
5950 S. Platte Canyon Rd., Ste D-1
Littleton, CO 80123
"This is a new shop to the Littleton area, but is already filled with wonderful selections of fibers, fabrics and charts, as well as accessories galore! There is an array of models to set your creative juices flowing. The owner is a delightful gal ready to help with anything you need. They offer classes and have a framer visit weekly." --Debby Brandenburger
Thistle Needleworks
1005 Hebron Ave.
Glastonbury, CT 06033
860-633-8503
860-633-1851 (fax)
800-NDLWRKS (635-9757) for out of state orders
thisneedle@aol.com
www.ThistleNeedleworks.com
They have the biggest and best selection of counted thread supplies and accessories in CT. Needlepoint as well. --Barbara Edginton
For a tiny store in a strip mall in a beach town, they have a fabulous selection of threads and fabric. Their charts run mostly to the beach and nautical, but they have some other ones as well. Worth a stop if you're in the area.
"I have been to Thistle Needleworks in CT, a small shop in Colorado, several in the Phoenix area, and a couple in Florida. While the Thistle Needleworks may be the largest in New England, and Attic Needleworks in the Phoenix area The Cross Stitch Cupboard in Florida has them all beat. It has a great selection but more importantly, it has the best staff of all the shops I have ever been to. I have found that in most of these shops that the ladies, while all very knowledgeable and helpful they seem to put on airs when you are not as informed as they are. The ladies in Florida are some of the nicest and most helpful I have ever met. I hated living in Florida passionately (too much humidity and too many bugs) but I was pretty devastated to be leaving my favorite shop. I pulled everything I had ever stitched out and had it framed or finished there because their work was so good and reasonably priced (They said that they would probably have to shut down when I left for lack of business-they're still there.) I still miss my favorite shop and may have to visit that place I hate so much just to go there. I hope someday you get a chance to go there. You'll love all the ladies!!!" -- Kim W.
Dream Stitchers
"We are a full service cross stitch and shop specializing in specialty fibers. We have the largest selection of lighthouse patterns in the state. We mail order and special order and have been fortunate enough to have made good stitching friends all over the world. We are located in a quaint Victorian town in mid-Florida and we love visitors." --Carole
The Golden Needle
"They are a great little shop with a very good selection on threads and fabrics. Cathy and Bruce Lyon are the owners."
Golden Yarns & Needle
Lasting Impressions Custom Framing and Cross Stitch Gallery
"My name is Sharon and my husband is Dennis Vaccaro. We have been in business for a little over a year . We are small but growing - we started with a customer base of about 200 and we are over 500 now. We carry a wide variety of books, kits, notions, fabric, floss including specialty threads such as sampler threads from Gentle Art and a wide variety of Rainbow Gallery's threads and some of the Caron collection, including Wildflowers, Waterlillies, Watercolours and Impressions. We are very willing to special order for anyone." -- Sharon Vaccaro
"I live in Tennessee but every time that I visit my sister in Florida I make it a point to stop at Lasting Impressions. The staff there is cheerful and helpful and thoughˆäthey may not see me for more than a year at a time but they never forget my name! Now that is service. They also have a great newsletter with free patterns which are always fun. Don't miss this shop, it is a real jewel!" -- Becky Needle Nook "The owner, Sarah Mosteller, is very knowledgeable and carries many
types of fabric as well as various types of threads/fibers. She is very
creative and will help customers with changes in color schemes,etc. She
will do special ordering and mail ordering. Sarah carries hand painted canvases,
items for silk ribbon embrodiery, as well as kits. She loves to try new
types of projects and is an excellent teacher. Presently she is teaching
12 young girls between the ages of 7-10." - Pamela Allgood Twiggs of Savannah "This shop has just moved to an area near me. It has been in the
downtown area for several years and I was not aware of it until a friend
pointed it out. The shop name is Twiggs of Savannah. You can find all sorts
of needlework, hundreds of unusual books and patterns. I met Alice Van Trease,
one of the owners. She has told me that they will order any book or item
for you. THey will make a design for you from a picture or drawing, and
even offer finish up service for projects that you can' seem to finish.
They have a schedule for special events, a sofa to sit and sew on and are
very friendly. They carry all of the Savannah Scenes and some from Charleston,
linen, other special fabrics and supplies, all of the Lavender and Lace
designs, smocking needlepoint, knitting and chrochet supplies and etc. I
only had a few minutes to browse, but will be going back soon. It's great
to find all those special hard-to-find things that the department stores
do not carry." - L. Cason Fiddlesticks Fiddlesticks carries needlepoint & cross stitch supplies plus lots of
silk ribbon and books on everything & the latest painted canvases & classes
classes classes - owner is Randi Grobe, manager is Joan Rembold, they're
open 7 days a week. - Estelle Needlepoint, Etc. They're open 6 days a week, classes, concentrating on needlepoint - great
painted canvases & lots of designer stuff. - Estelle Calico Cat Calico Cat has beaucoup quilting supplies & silk ribbon embroidery stuff
& knitting stuff & teddy bear supplies. For being stuck out in the Pacific
Ocean, we've got GREAT RESOURCES!! - Estelle Florence's Attic "wonderful shop owner. very informative about knitting, needlepoint,
cross stitch, silk embroidery, hardanger and much more. is interested in
keeping women taught in the lost arts of making heirlooms for the future.
has published her own knitting book. been in business over 30 years. helps
struggling designers and artists."
Friends 'n Stitches
"We have a new needlework shop in our area. They are specializing in threads, fabrics and instruction book that you normally don't see in a lot of shops." -- Marian Alvis
Knit Wits "They have a astonishing selection of yarns and threads, frames
and every tool you can think of. They have a particularily good choice of
needlepoint canvas's. I can pretty much find everything I need there and
some things I didn't even know I needed. My husband hates me to go there,
I never want to leave!" -- Jade in Meridian
NEEDLEWORK STUDIO
Specializing in the Threaded Needle Arts
"They carry a fantastic supply of all kinds of threads, beads, books, fabric
and many other items. They offer classes in Counted Cross Stitch,
Hardanger, Needlepoint, Brazilian, etc. Small shop but huge in inventory." -- Alene
Bodacious Beads
Canvasback
City Stitcher
Count It All Joy
Country Cupboard Open daily 10-5 except on Sundays Without a doubt, this is THE best cross stitch shop in the midwest! It
is overflowing with the latest in unsual and beautiful patterns, fabrics,
frames, and fibers. The walls and cabinets are filled with models to give
you all sorts of wonderful stitching ideas! A wide variety of classes are
taught each quarter, and all are listed in the shop's quarterly newsletter.
All are welcome to the Stitcher's Club held at 6 pm until ? the first Tuesday
of each month. Other special stitcher's events include Cat's Night Out and
the Sunday Stitcher's Getaway. The staff are extremely friendly and very
knowledgeable and make all newcomers to the shop feel right at home. --
Renee Nault
"If you are in the Chicago area, don't miss out on Country Cupboard!!! I was
in awe the first time I walked into this store...it is definitely cross
stitcher's heaven. They have a HUGE selection of leaflets, fabrics, and
fibers. If they don't have what you are looking for, they will special order
it for you. They have tons of models on the walls, and they make it really
easy to find the patterns for the models. The various stitch nights are a
lot of fun, and the staff is super helpful and friendly."
Creation Station
Darlene's Basket of Stitches
Designer's Desk
Flying Colors
Hickory Stitch
:10-6;W-Th-F:10-5;S:10-3
Knitting Etc.
Mom & Me
"A stitcher's heaven--the owner Karen is the most delightful person you
would ever want to know. She is an expert in stitching and always willing
to help with any project. The shop offers a wide array of fabrics, DMC,
Anchor, and several specialty threads, buttons, embellishments, oak boxes,
Sudberry, all sorts of accessories, and ofcourse custom framing done by
husband Larry. Classes are also offered. Lebanon host an annual Cross
Stitch Show in Oct and Karen is one of the sponsors. If you can't find
what you are looking for, she will order it for you. The shop will soon be
going on line. Karen told me all I will have to do is E-mail her what I
want, she will get it ready and I all I have to do is pick it up. Now is
that a deal or what!"
"(This) is a wonderful cross stitch shop, located in a charming little town with antique
shops and other fun stores to visit after you get your cross stitch "fix." They have an annual cross stitch show in the fall. Again, a must see shop with access from both Interstate 64 and Interstate 70." -- Sharon
Needle and I
Needlers' Whimsey
Needle's Excellency
Needleworks, Inc. This is a great shop for cross stitch and needlepoint enthusiasts. All
sorts of neat patterns and fibers. The owner is very knowledgeable, and
will special order anything she might not have in stock. She also has a
section devoted to framing. She does the stretching and mounting herself
and does a wonderful job. This shop is definitely worth a visit, if only
to look at all the neat models she has on the walls! - Mary Winters-Meyer
Scandinavian Boutique
The Stitchin' House
"Mother-and-daughter shop with a fine selection of charts, threads
(including Caron Collection and Gentle Art), fabrics, and
embellishments; also custom framing (super work). Very friendly and
helpful, but not 'hovering' as some small (space-wise, not
selection-wise!) shopkeepers can be. If they don't have it, they'll
find it, and quickly. The shop is located between 12th and 23rd Avenues
and can be reached via either of them off I-74 (12th Avenue is a better,
quicker route if you don't mind exploring~take the 7th Avenue exit, turn
left on 19th Street, then left on 12th Avenue; 23rd Avenue has its own
exit)." -- Patricia Romza
Stitcher's Hutch
636 S. Northwest Hwy.
Stitches & Stuffing
Tomorrow's Heirlooms
Village Needleworks
Weaving Workshop
Welcome Stitchery
Winnetka Stitchery
Delaware
Spinning Wheel
305 Coastal Hwy Unit 2
Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Ph. 302-539-4755
Florida
Cross Stitch Cupboard
1600 NE 26th St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
954-563-6363
800-572-4153
436 East 5th Ave.
Mount Dora FL 32757
352/735-4438 (Phone & fax) and toll free:1-888-WE-STITCH
Website:dreamstitchers.com
Port Charlotte
941-743-4410
881 105th Ave. N.
Naples, Fl 33963
3438 East Lake Road, Ste. 6 & 7
Palm Harbor, Florida 34685
Phone: 813/786-6362 and fax is 813/787-5111
E-mail: lasimpress@AOL.comGeorgia
163 N. Broad St.
Bowman, GA
706-245-9649
241 Abercorn St.
Savannah, Ga. 31404
912-447-5225; fax 912 356-0201; and toll free 888-889-4447
www.designing-dogs.comHawaii
620 Coral Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
808-533-4565
2863 Kihei Place
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
808-737-3944
owner: Gussie Schubert
1223 Koko Head Ave
Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
808-732-3998
owner: Carol KuniyoshiIdaho
1131 Wilson Ave.
Pocatello, ID 83201
1-208-237-4963
706 E. 1st
Meridian, Idaho 83642
208-288-0633
Fax 208-288-0634
8850 Fairview
Boise, Idaho
5140 W. Franklin Rd.
Boise, Idaho 83709
Phone: (208) 342-7330Illinois
Angie's Nine Patch
804 S. Henrietta
Effingham, IL 62401
217-347-9669
M-F 9-5; S 9-3
1942 River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018
630-699-7959
1747 Orchard
Northfield, IL 60093
847-446-4244
28 E. Huron
Chicago, IL 60611
312-894-5499
700 S. Federal #136
Chicago, IL 60605
312-663-1756
14314 Beacon Avenue
Orland Park, IL 60462
708/460-7779
Monday and Thursday 10-9
400 4th St. W
Milan, IL 61264
309.756.0711
Owner: Marcia Waldron
11 N. Bothwell
Palatine, IL 60067
847-991-5515
104 S. Bloomingdale Rd
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
708-893-3999
M-Sa 10-5; Su 11-5
800-377-8087
175 Burlington Ave.
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
630-325-0888
449 South Main
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
815-937-4127
9980 W. 151st St.
Orland Park, IL 60462
708-349-7941
M-W:10-9; T-Th-F:10-6; S10-5
200 W. Saint Louis Street
Lebanon, Illinois 62254
Phone (618) 537-8343
Edgebrook Center
11849 North Alpine Road
Rockford, IL 61107
815-227-1234
1402 Glencoe
Wheaton, IL 60187
630-653-5585
1630 Central Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201-1506
847-864-8228
24 E. Green Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-1340
18135 Harwood Ave.
Homewood, IL 60430
708-799-2150
1830 34th Street
Moline, IL 61265
309.764.2539
Barrington, IL 60010
847-304-5848
790 Royal St. George Drive #119
Naperville, IL 60563-8955
630 420 7050
650 Roosevelt Rd., Suite 103
Pickwick Plaza
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630-790-1660
Oak Court of Westmont
510A E. Ogden Ave.
Westmont, IL 60559
630-321-1400
M-F 9-4; Th 9-8; S 10-4
2218 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL
773-929-5776
48 Brink St
Crystal Lake, IL
815-455-2919
718 Elm St
Winnetka, IL 60093
847-441-6585
M-S 10-5 Indiana
Elegant Needleworks
7500 Janna DR
Muncie IN 47303
765-284-9427
elegantneedlewks@aol.com
"She specializes in handpainted canvases and carries a wonderful selection of fibers." -- Bethami
Falls General Store
401 N. Illinois St.
Wanatah, IN 46390
219-773-2440
M:10-1;T-F:10-5;S:10-3
Four Ladies Needleart, Inc
921 North Park Drive
Evansville, In 812-456-0102
"New shop, 2004. They don't specialize. Everything, anything can be found, discussed, purchases. For crosstichers: They have linens, aidas, and crosstitch kits. No DMC yarns. Very many patterns from lots of companies. Lots and lots of examples, framed. Yarn enthusiasts: They carry lots of yarns, nightly knitting and crochet classes. All accessories."
The Heirloom House
606 W. Main St.
Boonville, IN 47601
(812)897-5775
M-Tu-Th-F from 10 AM-5 PM and Sat from 9 AM-12noon.
They specialize in cross stitch, duplicate stitch, picture framing and accessories. They are the greatest!! If they don't have it at their shop, they will try to locate and order for you! --Stephanie Ambs
House of Stitches
1700 Lincolnway Place Suite 4
LaPorte, IN 46350
219-326-0544
M-F:10-5:30; S:10-3
800-455-8517
Linda Rinkel hrinkel@csinet.net
Needle & Thread
60 Jefferson Ave.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
219-462-4300
Needle Fever
3425 E. 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
317-257-5922
M-T-Th-F 10-5:30, W 10-8, S 10-5
fax: 317-255-6034
Needle Nest Ltd
115 Kline St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
219-255-1805
harshjinn@michiana.org
Persnickety Stitchers
58 A. North Main
Zionsville, IN 46077
312-873-5010
T 10-8:30; W-Sat 10-5
800-580-4515
persnicket@inetdirect.net
www. persnicketystitchers.com
"Karol Simmer, the owner, is very helpful with any item you could ever want. If she doesn't carry an item, she will order it for you and ship it if you live out of town. She is also VERY supportive of our local EGA chapter and extremely helpful with any technique you may be having trouble with."
THE NEEDLE CASE
2345A Blairs Ferry Rd NE
Cedar Rapids IA 52402
319-743-9928
Open 7 Days A Week
www.theneedlecase.com
Stitch and Frame
6000 Douglas, suite 110
Des Moines, Iowa
515-270-1066
"This is an excellent shop. They have a wide variety of patterns, fabric, and samples, plus supplies and kits. The people are very friendly, and when you ask for a pattern, they can go right to it, and find it. They also do framing, and carry knitting and crochet supplies. The store is also very well lit, and they will cut fabric to the size you want. "
The Stitchery Nook
Des Moines, Iowa
"This is also very nice with a good selection of patterns, etc. It is hard to find good fabric here in the NW part of the state, so when in central Iowa, these are a must see."
The Little Needle Point Shop
830 State Street
Bettendorf, IA 52722
319.359.6016
"Both cross-stitch and needlepoint; really the only shop in the Quad Cities for the needlepointer. Carries all the Kreinik threads, even the very special ones, and almost all Mill Hill Beads. Great selection of accessories (Sudberry House et cetera); also carries standing frames." Patricia Romza
Turn of the Century House
Orange City, Iowa
"It has a wide selection of Lavender and Lace, and a large selection of Dutch patterns. Fabric selctions are also pretty good. The people there are very helpful."
Owner is Anita Boatwright (She's also a designer.) The Sunflower Seed has a variety of cross stitch patterns, fabrics, magnifiers, and other stitching necessities.
Accent in Stitches and Accent Framing
3712 Williams Boulevard
Kenner, LA 70065 (near New Orleans, off I-10, close to Esplanade and airport)
504-469-0981
Owners: Fred & Gayle Horton
"The shop has an excellent selection of counted thread supplies and accessories along with friendly sales-help. The framing done by Fred and daughter Angela is outstanding. They also carry charts of local interest including Mardi Gras." --Barbara Edginton
"The shop is very well stocked. She had everything I was looking for and more. They had just come back from last year's event and she said that everyone had a wonderful time." --Beverly Mann
Elegant Stitches
1801 Stumpf Blvd. Unit 5
Gretna, LA 70056
(504) 366-7314
This is the closest Cross-Stitch and Framing shop to the French Quarter, only 10 minutes away on the other side of the bridge. They have a whole wall of local and regional patterns, so if you are visiting the city and want a souvenier to stitch, this is the place! They carry many fine fabrics, particularly evenweaves, and a good selection of specialty fibers as well as DMC and Anchor. They are very happy to do mail order, and will also kit anything for you with full skeins of floss, full packs of beads, etc. My favorite part is the big table in the pattern room. You can go "sit & stitch" any time, and people are so friendly. I have learned so much just sitting there with stitchers more experienced than I who are always happy to teach me something new. -- Lynne Phelps-Smith
KNOTS N' NEEDLES
Benton Road
Bossier City, Louisiana
It is a family run business, but it is obviously a big family. They have a framing section, and will frame your work for you, or help you with doing it yourself. They are absolutely wonderful. A very large selection, and always very helpful. There has never been a time that I was in the store that I was not greeted and asked If I needed help finding something. If they do not have what you want, they will find/get it for you. When I left there last December, I had given them two pieces of my work that they were going to make into a sewing box and pin cushion for Christmas presents, and they forwarded them to my new address without receiving payment first, and then they only charged the exact amount for the postage - they asked for no more money. This is a great shop. --Delia
Halcyon Yarn
12 School Street
Bath, Maine 04530
1-207-442-7909 or 1-800-341-0282
E-mail: service@halcyonyarn.com
On the Web: http://www.halcyonyarn.com
"I love their store, its right off the main road by Bath and it's located in an old warehouse. There is lots to see, equipment, yarns from silks to wools and she even designs her own yarns for various uses. They are nice and the place is exciting. They have hundreds of books as well and experience people working there. I loke their sample box and order from them by mail as I live clear across the country from them." --Sara Schomp
Count Your Blessings
www.count-your-blessings.com
email: cyb.xs@ix.netcom.com
fax: 410-391-9587
phone: 410-686-2655
8301 Philadelphia Rd.
Baltimore, MD. 21237
Count Your Blessings is a shop which prides itself in giving each customer personalized service -- visit their web site to see what they have for you. They carry Counted Cross-Stitch and Framing Materials, with over 2000 titles in stock, as well as a wide selection of fabrics and embellishments.
Granny's Stitchery Etc
722 South Park Drive
Salisbury, Maryland ˆä21804
410-546-4667 (hoop)
email: ˆäGrannysXStitch@aol.com
hours: ˆäThursday and Friday ˆä11am to 7pm and Saturday 10am to 4pm Owner: ˆäEvelyn Moore ˆäˆä410749-1107 (or call and I will open shop anytime you want to shop.
The Stitching Post
See their web site for more information
Stitching Pretty, Inc.
105 Main Street in the historic
Laurel, MD
Phone: (301) 604-0808
http://members.aol.com/micheleink
e-mail: micheleink@aol.com
"Our shop is an entire house of cross stitch, hardanger, and counted canvas. We have thread (boy do we!), fibers (fuzzy one's too!), fabrics (lots of colors), and charts (thousands!). Our models show you how to change the basic into the extraordinary and we will show you how very easy it is to do." -- Michelle
"The owner is Christine Gaugh. She has a wonderful supply of everything for counted cross stitch and needlepoint. Her shop is full of models to inspire you to take on "just one more new project". I can never go in there without buying something new!" -- Sue Gustafson
colonial crafts
route 20, post office box 345
strubridge, ma 01566
(508) 347-3061 or (800) 966-5524
Website: www.iquest.net/ust/COLCRAFT.HTM
I literally stood in the doorway of this shop with my mouth open - you name the type of fabric, pattern, thread, sewing yardage, paint, stencil, frame, etc and they have it and if they don't they will get it for you. amazing people - they even have sent an envelope to me with just one skein of thread that i couldn't find out here - not even a problem - they also follow up seriously on back orders - you can order something and be absolutely positive that they will get it to you AS SOON AS IT COMES IN. They also will ship things on a monthly basis (snowmen of the month, santas of the month, etc.) and are really a delight to work with. --Lois Mouriski
KnitWitts
56 Allen Road
Brookfield, MA 01506
(508) 867-9449
knitwitts@aol.com
Owner: Dee Ann Evans
"KnitWitts is a family owned retail yarn shop. We've been in business for 12 years selling a complete line of fine hand knitting yarns, patterns and needles. Most of your favorite yarns featured in all the knitting magazines are available in the shop or by mail order as well as Addi turbo needles and 1000's of patterns. We are located outside Sturbridge, Mass situated over looking South Pond lake."
Threaded Needle
212 Worcester St.
No. Grafton, MA 01536
"We carry a full line of R&R hand dyed fabrics. We are also more than willing to special order." -- Alice
The World in Stitches
298 Great Road
Littleton, MA 01460
978-486-8330
"Huge selection of cross-stitch and needlepoint supplies. Staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful."
"Cathie Wilson is the store owner. She has this huge store that totally tempts me. I have yet to leave without something in hand. She has a huge selection. If she doesn't have it on hand, she'll order it." -- Gina
Stitches 'N Things
723 State Road (M-15)
Davison, Michigan 48423 (just east of Flint)
810-653-6532 or toll-free 877-325-4060
"They always have the latest books and are very helpful, including special ordering if they do not carry the item and mailing it to me when it comes in. The stores web site is located at www.stitching.com/stitchesnthings/." -- Barbara
Stitch In Time
722 E. Grand River Ave.
Howell, MI 48443
(517-546-0769)
"This store has cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crocheting and many, many Boyds Bears." -- Lony Kerschbaum
Windsong Yarn & Needle Arts
149 W. Michigan Ave.
Marshall, MI 49068
616-789-1210
Yarn Oasis
26108 West US-12
Sturgis, MI 49091
877-677-5700
"She is open every day but Sunday, and has a small but growing web site at http://www.yarnoasis.com. E-mail: owner@yarnoasis.com.
Needlework Unlimited
3006 W. 50th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota
612-925-2454
A wide selection of threads, caron, overdyes, anchor, dmc, flower thread, etc. Mostly needlework and knitting supplies. Used to have more cross stitch materials. - Laura Ericksen
Ingebretsen's
1601 East Lake St.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
612-729-9333
Rough area of town. Specializes in Scandanavian gifts and stitching. Wide selection of thread and hardanger. Worth the trip. Nice small grocery/deli attached spec. in Scand. foods. - Laura Ericksen
Stitchville USA
7 Hi Center, 4822 Highway 101
Minnetonka (Mpls Suburb)
612-474-1700
www.stitchville.com
E-mail: debbie@stitchville.com
"It does offer a great selection of books and stitched models. The staff is more than willing to find anything or answer questions. I enjoy the ability to browse without hassle!" --Judy
Zandy's Yarn and Needle Art Supplies
13716 Nicollet Avenue
Burnsville, MN 53337
(612) 890-3087
www.zandys.com
email at zandy890@aol.com
"This shop is noted for its large selection, friendly, helpful staff, and classes for all levels of stitchers." -- Ann
"Zandy's was delightful! The staff was friendly and helpful but without pressuring the customer. Purchased lots of fun project supplies there." -- Mary
You're already here! This website is for Shakespeare's Peddler. I've been in the needlework business since 1997, and have shipped packages to all corners of the world, as well as all over the United States. I like to pride myself on friendly customer service and good taste in all things cross stitch.
Southern Stittchery
423 Main Street
Columbus, ms 39701
601-329-0025
e-mail diana.malone@bxs.com
Mail orders, MasterCard and VISA accepted.
C. C. & Company
1701 SW Hwy 40 # 102
Blue Springs, MO
"My favorite shop here in the Kansas City area is CC & Co. They have a full store and can order whatever you need if they don't have it in stock. The also have a wonderful framing department. One of the best things they do, is to serge your fabric for you before you leave! That I'm sure you will agree is wonderful." -- Jet Pabst
Old Mill Stitchery
131 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
816-792-3670
oldmillstitchery@aol.com
"(This) shop is worth (a) five hour drive across the state. It is everything I think a cross stitch shop should be. The gals are wonderful, and they carry my favorite designers and all the supplies needed for their projects. They also do custom framing and offer wonderful classes." -- Sharon
Patches Craft Center
341 S. Main
St. Charles Missouri
314.946.8016
www.patches3.com
"In addition to a wide selection of patterns, fabrics and fibers,
they offer a number of classes, sponsor several stitching groups, host an
annual cross-stitch show, and their staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
Patches is located at 341 S. Main in historic St. Charles, which was
Missouri's first state capital -- just across the Missouri River from St.
Louis." -- Linda
Stitcher's Crossing
2026 Connecticut Street, Suite G
Joplin, Missouri 64804
417/781-4363
"We specialize in all types of cross stitch supplies, needlepoint and framing. I have owned the shop for 1 1/2 years. It has been in town around 12 years. I just recently moved it to a more central location. " -- Maureen Tuggle
Contoocook Needlework Gallery
902 Main Street
Contoocook, NY 03229
603/746-2391
www.contoocookneedleworkgallery.com
"It's a grat little shop and well worth visiting." - Patty
Green Acres Over New England
21 Old Hancock Road
Hancock NH 03449
Voice: (603) 525-9356 Fax: (603) 525-4745
Tuesday through Friday: 12-6; Saturday: 10-2; Sunday and Monday: by appointment.
"Green Acres Over New England is a unique source of fine needlework fibers and supplies. Some of our special features: We offer a wonderful selection of fine European knitting yarns, in an array of subtle natural colors and rich textures. Our needlepoint fibers and handpainted canvases will delight your imagination. Tea and scones are served at our ongoing classes. Call us for schedule details. Our personable service will guide you expertly through your special project."
Yankee Cross Stitch
Hampton, New Hamshire
"They offer all kinds of classes, and they have a woman, Patty, who does finishing services (i.e. sewing pillows, ornaments, stockings, etc. for people like me who don't sew)." -- Anne
HEART of the NEEDLE
Jaqui Clarkson and Gloria Lennon
38 W. Main Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(201) 627-3322
Absolutely everything one needs is available. 10% discount to Guild members (ANG and EGA) accepts telephone orders too and sends very quickly. Friendly service and HELP with those endless decisions. Both Jaqui and Gloria were chosen independently to design and stitch one of the White House stockings last christmas.... -- Etha
Stitch by Stitch
656 Washington St.
Cape May, New Jersey 08204
800-868-3215
Because we are a beautiful seaside town, very historically correct we attract people from all over the world and would like to invite your needleworkers to come visit us. We will be moving very soon to a newer, larger store also on Washington Street in the new Washington Commons Mall. It is so nice to know how much we addicts want to find another place to see, talk about and learn of the newest works." --Kate Goodman
Where Victoria's Angels Stitch, aka WVAS
658 Allwood Road
Clifton, NJ
973-778-9827
www.wvas.net
"WVAS is a great shop. Loads of threads, patterns, FABRIC GALORE, even yarn for the knitting enthusiast, gadgets a-plenty. Bright areas in which to stitch, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Excellent framing and loads to choose from." -- Virginia Stellato
"The store is run by Barbara Ryan. Her store is wonderful. She has tons of patterns and the most beautiful linens you have ever seen. The people who work there are all knowledgeable and helpful. I can't imagine shopping for my cross stitch supplies anywhere else." --Ann Jutras
The Stitcher's Garden
2416 San Pedro NE
Albuquerque, NM
505/881-6601
"Owner Laurie Redel carries most any kind of cross stitch supply you could want or need, and if she does not have it she will order it. Has some needlepoint but the focus is cross stitch. She also does custom framing. We meet on Tuesday nights 6:30-8:30 for stitching, and she has a full schedule of classes for all levels of stitchers, and also has hardanger classes."
Auldrige Framing & Fine Stitchery
165 Maple Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
518-743-1209
Owners, Sandi and Debbi, are very helpful tracking down that one item you can't live without. Special orders are no problems and they go out of their way to find what you need if they don't have it on the spot. --Kate
Creative Needleworks
73 Buffalo St.
Hamburg, NY 3013
716-646-3013
Hrs: Mon-Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Deer Hill Farm Cross Stitching
906 Route 9G
Hyde Park, NY
914-229-0246
"This is a cozy place to visit and is filled with all kinds of treasures --fabric, fibers, accessories and charts. Owner, Pat Athanas, is an avid stitcher and belongs to several local needlework groups: Apple Valley Stitchers, EGA. Hudson Valley Needlers. She is very helpful and goes out of her way to find sought after items."
Golden Threads Needlearts
Pianoworks Mall at 349 W. Commercial Street
East Rochester, NY 14445
(716) 248-3869
www.goldenthreadna.com ˆä
It is owned by this very nice woman and they have a huge inventory. ˆäThey also have a small, but nice needlepoint section, but are mostly cross stitch. ˆäThey offer classes and stitching nights. ˆäThey also are wonderful about helping you figure out alternate finishings and I always find alot of unusual gifts for my stitching friends there (which is difficult for those of us who've been around a while).
Inge's Yarn Emporium, Inc.
51 Colvert Avenue
Floral Park, NY 11001
516-775-2512
Inge's Yarn Emporium, Inc. - small but friendly. Not as much to choose from but she is helpful at picking out colors of threads,etc. --Susan L. Kaplowitz
The Needle Hive
718 Main Street
East Aurora Ny 14057
716-655-4685
"Irene the owner is so nice, knowledgable, and extremely helpful. She carries many of the cross-stitch designers you have listed and more. She also offers framing for your finished projects. East Aurora New York is also a very charming and historic town. The Roycroft Arts and Craft movement was started here in the early 1900's."
Rita Klein's store
150 E. 79th St.
New York City., NY
"She carries a large selection of canvasses by different designers and all kinds of fibers. Rita also designs kits that are carried by various needlework shops. She is a wonderfully generous person and a very encouraging source for new needlepointers." -- Annie Glassman
Sandy's Knit 'n Needle
154-03B Union Turnpike
Flushing, NY 11367
718-380-0370
Sandy's Knit n' Needle - small and cramped but the service is there. She tends to carry mostly handpainted canvasses but not too much variety of threads. She also carries a lot of yarns. --Susan L. Kaplowitz
Needlepaint Nook
76 Merrick Avenue
Merrick, NY 11566
516-623-0250
Needlepaint Nook tends to specialize in handpainted canvasses. They have
a lot in stock and can have canvasses painted if you bring in a picture.
They have a decent assortment of threads and the staff is very helpful.
Basically, it seems that they have everything you could want for needlepoint.
They also arrange for framing (regular frames and very unusual custom frames),
pillow finishing and finishing for the 3-D needlepoints that have to be
put together. -- Susan L. Kaplowitz
Village Cross Stitch Shoppe & Village Framer
6524 East Quaker St.
Orchard Park, NY 14127
716-662-6646
Hrs: Mon - Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Village Sampler
18 Canal St., POB 116
Big Flats, NY 14814
Phone is 607-562-7596.
"This shop is in a beautiful old church and has everything for cross stitchers & quilters. The very best I've ever been to." --Lois
The owners name is Maeve, and she is very sweet and very knowledgable about stitching. Her shop is small but WOW! is it ever packed with gorgeous stuff! Her hours are 10-5:30, Monday thru Saturday." -- Alicia
The Lazy Daizy
6320-119 Capital Blvd.
Raleigh, N.C. 27616
919-872-0776
We have been in business since 1980 and I have owned the shop since 1982. We strive to be a full service counted cross stitch shop. We also carry some counted thread. We would be happy to do mail order. - Sarah Haynes
Robin's Nest Designs
6303 Craig Road
Durham, NC 27712
(919) 471-6576
robndesign@aol.com
http://www.stitching.com/robinsnest/
"I sell cross stitch, floss, fabric, kits, etc. at discounted prices. I welcome mail order and special orders."
SANDY'S CROSS STITCH ON THE GO
918 KANUGA ROAD
HENDERSONVILLE, NC, 23739
Phone: 828-693-4499
xstitch@bellsouth.net
"This is a very nice shop hidden in a house on a nice quiet street in the mountains with friendly peoople to help you. A great selection of everything." -- Kathy
Nordic Needle
1314 Gateway Dr.
Fargo, ND 58103
toll-free: 1-800-433-4321
needle@corpcomm.net
www.rrtrade.org/nneedle/index.htm
A STITCH ABOVE
Cincinnati, Ohio
Telephone number (513) 271-2712
"It is a full range needlepoint shop."
Crafty Ewe
8035 Broadview Rd.
Broadview Hts., OH 44147
(440) 838-1600
"This is a well-stocked cross stitch supply store in the Cleveland area.You will enjoy your shopping experience and most likely find what you are looking for and in this store."
Cross Stitch Heaven
5747 North Main Street
Sylvania, Ohio
"Karin (the owner) and the other ladies there are helpful and knowledgeable, whether you're just a beginning stitcher or whether you're into making a hardanger altar frontal and other hangings for which they had to special-order many yards of fabric for me. They stock *everything*, from DMC floss to Au Ver au Soie silk, and carry more than 1,500 patterns, including many old favorites and racks of new ones. I happily spend too much time and money at Cross Stitch Heaven, particularly on sale days (Superbowl Sunday and many others). They're open from 10 to 7 on Mon/Thurs, and 10 to 5 other days (except Sunday). The phone number is 419-882-3021, and the shop is easily reached from the Sylvania exit on US 23. It's about an hour south of Detroit and an hour east of the Indiana line." -- Louise Early
THE DAISY BARREL
19 W. Main Street
Fairborn, OH 45324
(937) 879-0111
"The ladies who work here are the cream of the crop when it comes to talent, ready smiles, and the willingness to help find exactly what you're looking for!! One nice thing about being a military wife is that I've been able to visit cross stitch stores in several states--and THE DAISY BARREL ranks near the top of my list!!" -- Susan Gardner
Keepsakes
11423 Lebanon Road
Sharonville, Ohio 45241 (greater Cincinnati area)
513/563 6845
One More Stitch
1609 Madison Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45208
513/533-1170
"Brenda taught me to knit a few years ago and she is still teaching me with each new project. This lady knowsˆäso much about knitting, she can help you out of a jam over the phone!! I don't buy supplies from anyone but her and most of her customers are just like me. She's a joy to work with. People take vacation days from work just to go in and knit with her!" -- Tami
The Stitching House
4813 E. Main St.
Berlin, Ohio 44610-0048
(330) 893-2919
Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
The three ladies who work there are Lois, Josie and Jenny. Very knowledgeable of all things regarding stitching in whatever form you desire. Great place! - Chris
The Top Drawer
6880 Wooster Pike
Mariemont, Ohio 45227
513-271-6691
www.topdrawer-neeedlepoint.com
Dorothy's Custom Framing and Stitchery
126 W Main
Norman OK 73069
1-405-329-4252
1-800-557-9276
"Dorothy's is primarily a needlepoint shop. They have a selection of painted canvas' that is absolutely fabulous! And a wide variety of fibers to stitch them with. They have a Santa of the Forest done in needlepoint with a variety of fibers that is stunning. Dorothy and her daughter (whose name, I'm embaressed to say, I can't remember) run the shop and are both very talented at selecting fibers and colors to go with the canvas'. They also have lots of neato gadgets, folding sissors, laying tools, needle holders that every stitcher needs! Dorothy's also seems to have a large selection of yarns, but since I'm not a knitter I can't really comment on these. And other supplies for various needlearts! Dorothy does her own finishing and the results are stunning!" -- Margaret
LenaRose Stitch & Threads
RR 3 Box 160
Hulbert, OK 74441
Toll Free (877) 772-2544
Fax Toll Free (877) 772-3664
website www.lenarose.com
email cheryl@lenarose.com
Cheryl Keddie (owner)
The Stitchworks
6011 S. Sheridan Rd.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
74145-9211
(918) 496-3389
E-Mail: stitchworks@earthlink.net
Website: www.stitchworks.com/
I lived in Tulsa for 12 years and can say with a lot of enthusiasm that The Stitchworks is the friendliest, most helpful, and the largest cross stitch shop I have ever been in. I have lived in Minnesota, Wisconsin and now Calgary, Alberta and have not found a shop to equal their variety of patterns, fabrics, fibers, beads, buttons, jewelry and other needlework supplies!! The atmosphere is relaxed and helpful and the staff is knowledgeable about a variety of the needlearts. I can almost always find the pattern I am looking for; and if by chance they have just sold the last one, they are more than happy to special order. I am lucky they have a catalog, as I can't get to Tulsa very easily anymore. And recently they just started their own web page, making ordering easier that ever!! They also have framing and finishing ideas and I recently ordered bellpull hardware to finish a needlework piece for a needlework competition in Calgary. I have always been pleased with their speedy delivery, even to Canada!!
the silver needle
6022 s. sheridan
tulsa, oklahoma 74145
(918) 493-1136
www.thesilverneedle.com
contact email: info@thesilverneedle.com
these people are equally as nice, helpful, friendly, etc. as above - she had a wonderful sale on superbowl sunday, 25% off EVERYTHING in the store, took the orders over the telephone from us who don't live anywhere close and ups everything off within two days - most amazing. she also carries almost everything, is very helpful, friendly, and is more than happy to send things to you in the mail. -- Lois Mouriski
"The shop's owner is Roz Vancil and she is knowledgeable, fun and very helpful. ACORNS & THREADS offers the most complete line of cross stitch supplies in the area. Roz keeps her inventory current and always has new items to select from. She carries a complete line of cross stitch supplies, fabrics, fibers, charts, books, gift items. She also does mail order. Another service provided is custom finishing and frames and framing. It is definitely a quality shop and I would recommend it to any cross stitcher." --Ronna in Oregon
The Finishing Touch
2285 Longwood Dr.
Reedsport, OR 97467
(541) 271-5312
"This is one of my favorite places to shop. They specialize in custom framing and counted cross-stitch supplies. The shop is run by Carolyn Shaner, she is always very friendly and knowlegeable if you have questions or need advice about a project. Also, if I ever need supplies for a project and she doesn't have them when I stop in, she's always happy to order something and mail it when it arrives. If you're travelling down the Oregon coast, be sure to stop in and browse. This shop is a gem!" -- Ann in Roseburg, Oregon
The Hens Nest
3535 Fairview Ind. Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 364-6062; toll-free 1-888-436-6378
e-mail marcia@hensnest.com
"The Hens Nest carries a great variety of supplies for needlepoint and counted cross-stitch, plus beautiful "specialty" items like silver tatting shuttles, Gingher stitching scissors, and Dolollys in your choice of gold or silver color. They also have a great variety of charts and fabrics. And, they offer the ease of online shopping!" -- Ann in Roseburg, Oregon
Mindy's Needlepoint Factory
296 East Fifth
Fifth Street Public Market Building
Eugene, Oregon 97401
phone--541-344-7132
e-mail: mindysnpf@aol.com
www.mindysneedlepoint.com
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shop owners--Mindy and Lex Patterson
"Mindy's shop is literally crammed full of the most enchanting things. She has a huge collection of ribbons, all kinds of fibers and flosses, patterns, books, beads--you name it. You will also find lots of hand painted canvases--many by Mindy herself! She is always happy to do mail orders and special orders of items that she doesn't have on-hand." --Jeannie Williams and Ann in Roseburg, Oregon
Needlepoint Plus
8640 SW Scholls Ferry Road
Beaverton, Oregon 97005
phone--503-641-7100
shop owner--Cindy Humbard
"Cindy is a very nice and very helpful lady. She is quite knowledgable about the fibers she carries and has a wonderful array of hand painted canvases." -Jeannie Williams
Northwest Peddlers
2101 Bailey Hill Road in the Churchill Plaza
Eugene, Oregon 97405
phone--541-465-9003 or 1-800-764-Yarn (9276)
mail address: PO Box 70779 Eugene, OR 97401
Internet address: amber_b@EFG.ORG
shop owner--Amber Benson
"Amber is a delightful lady with a shop that is a wonderland! She has the most lovely yarns for knitting and crocheting, Skacel and Brittany hooks and needles, beads, cross stitch kits and fabric, flosses and other delights. She also has the added attraction of having an Espresso bar in the store! -Jeannie Williams
Sandy's Stitch Niche
410 E. Second St.
The Dalles OR 97058
541-296-3939
sandys@netcnct.net
"We carry a full line of counted cross stitch and Hardanger supplies - books, fabrics, threads, beads, Mil Hill kits, you name it! We also have classes and do mail order."
Soft Horizons Fibre
412 East 13th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon
phone--541-343-0651
"This shop featuring a wonderful selection of yarns is located in a gorgeous Victorian home on the corner of 13th and Mill Streets. Besides yarns, they offer classes, books, basketry, spinning wheels, looms and dyes. They also have a marvelous selection of needles and hooks." -Jeannie Williams
"They have just about everything a stitcher needs, from beads to frames, and if they don't have it they can order it in. They have great displays with a lot of great ideas. Their once a year frame sales really can save money!" -- Sheila
Designed Treasures
Parkridge Shopping Center
Norristown, PA 19403
Phone: 610-631-9781
Diane's Designs Needlework at Village Commons
2033 Miller Road East
Petersburg, PA 17520
(717) 581-3426
Website: http://host.fptoday.com/dianes
Hours: Tue & Wed 10-4 Thu & Fri 10-7 Sat 10-2 Closed Sunday and Monday (except the 4th Sun of the month)
"Owner Diane Fisher is full of energy, enthusiasm, and very helpful...it is obvious that she loves her work. And the shop is full of wonderful samples and tons of supplies. Don't be in a hurry when you go to her shop...you'll want time to take it all in. East Petersburg is located north of the city of Lancaster on Route 72." -- Deb Bender
"Must tell you about how I learned about Diane's Design in East Petersburg, PA. I was surfing (which is how I found you the first time). I had put in "Danish Flower Thread" and up comes Diane's. Well, I grew up near there and the prose or syntax or something just seemed so familiar. I wrote a note in her guestbook, saying I had graduated from the local h.s. "long before cross stitch," and signed it "EllenAnne H. Falk." Well, lo and behold, Diane Miller Fisher wrote back and asked if the "H" stood for Hilkemeier ( a good SDak name). I went back to Lancaster County and found my Sunday School and HS classmate (1961) in her shop. She is an EGA certified teacher. The assortment of threads is incredible! Nary a piece of DMC. I cannot even name them all. And hardanger and bobbin lace and tatting and Battenberg and everything else you have ever dreamed about. She has achieved my fantasy and I am very proud of her." -- Ellen
"Labadie Looms is a fiber artist's dream come true. This super friendly shop is located at 2572 Old Philadelphia Pike in Bird-In-Hand, PA (717-291-8911)e-Mail lambobaa@hotmail.com features gorgeous yarns, kits, overdyed wools,fleece and wool strips for weavers, knitters, spinners and rug hookers. Signed and dated Lancaster County folk crafts are also featured. Lessons are available for spinning, rug hooking and weaving. Learn while watching the "buggies" go by!"
Moore Stitches
ˆäˆä1635E Pleasant Valley Blvd
ˆäˆäAltoona, Pa. ˆä16602
ˆäˆäPhone-- ( 814 ) 943-2977
ˆäˆäwww.moorestitches.com
The Strawberry Sampler
#7 Olde Ridge Village
Chadds Ford, PA. 19317
1-800-634-6106
"The shop has tons of examples for viewing, has sections set aside for different themes i.e. Christmas, Baby, Samplers, plus areas for special designers i.e. Just Nan, Shepherd's Bush etc. The staff are friendly, well informed and cheerfully helpful. I even saw one of them giving a customer a mini lesson right then and there in the shop! Plus they let you use the nice clean bathroom! No, I'm not affiliated with the shop, just a happy customer. I travel an hour to get there! They do mail order also." -- Marie K
"With Heart and Soul, LLC, is the absolute best cross stitch shop I have ever encountered. Monika is great - helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and has the cutest German accent. She has a shop full of the most wonderful items connected to cross stitch, and if she doesn't have it, she will gladly order it for you. She cuts all her fabric by the inch, and she SERGES the edges for you. Monika conducts classes, has club meetings, and every Thursday night from 6-8pm is open stitch night, where anyone is welcome to come to shop, stitch, visit, and enjoy the company of other stitchers."
"This shop is owned and run by Lynne Kilinski, my sister. She has been in business for about five years. She has classes twice a year and holds a needlework competition in October. For inspiration Lynne keeps a memory book of the past entries in the needlework competition, it is amazing to see what others have done. Even though I only get to visit once a year, I really enjoy wandering the shop because I'm always seeing something new to do. If you go there you will find that Lynne is very helpful in finding just what you need for that special project, from the pattern,thread, and fabric, to that just right frame.
A Stitch-N-Time has expanded recently. The additional space has given Lynne more display area for new products, an expanded framing area, and a class room. Lynne has increased her class schedules to include "sit and stitch" times. She even has a night for men only( ladies are always welcome). The shop has Monthly Temptations on e-mail. Just sign up and you will be notified of upcoming events, new books, and products that have come in. With the expanded store it is even more fun than before to wander around and find all the new things. Lynne, as always, is there to answer any questions you may have. A Stitch-N-Time just completed its 7th year in business. " --Kathleen Hall
COUNTED STITCHES
Cross Stitch Specialty Shop
109 Clearwater Road
North Augusta, SC 29841
(803) 279-1867
Nancy Bailey & Sharon McCabe
Hours: 9:30-5:30 M-F, 9:00-4:00 Sat
"This is our favorite cross-stitch store, and the attached poem was written by a friend of ours (who wishes to remain anonymous) but her words describe Counted Stitches far better than we ever could!" -- Kathy Mangold and JoAnn Higdon
"Our Favorite Cross-Stitch Shop"
There is a super cross-stitch store
In the town of Belvedere.
And those of us who've been there
Hold it very dear.
The proprietors can help us
Find just what we need.
Nancy Bailey and Sharon McCabe
Are friendly and skilled indeed.
They give advice and find supplies.
They make us feel like friends.
They compliment our progress ~
Their support just never ends.
With floss and fabrics, graphs and charts ~
A wide selection, too.
The perfect project will soon be found
And they'll frame it when we're through.
They have Sampler Threads and overdyeds,
Specialty beads and more.
Everything to help us stitch
Can be found in this wonderful store.
They have classes, trips, and stitch nights,
And afghan club night, too.
Stitch-a-thons and stitch retreats ~
There are many things to do.
Super Saturdays ~ special sales ~
Each month has a theme.
Planning projects to coincide
Makes purchasing a dream.
Meeting other stitchers
(Admiring their work,
Sharing ideas and problems)
Is definitely a "perk."
Friendship, supplies, and expertise ~
Who could ask for more?
COUNTED STITCHES is by far
Our favorite cross-stitch store!
THE COUNTING HOUSE
Highway 17 at Litchfield Village
Pawleys Island, South Carolina
Phone/FAX 843-237-2733
Toll free ordering 800-718-4824
"This shop is the best I have ever been in. The owner/manager, Carma Ott, and her staff are delightful women who will help you find a special pattern, make suggestions, answer questions, and give you all the time you want to look around. There are two very large rooms filled with hundreds of stitched models which are labeled with the name of the pattern and the number of the rack on which it can be found. This method made shopping so easy. There are approximately 20 large racks of pattern books, with special sections for Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving as well as theme areas -- lighthouses, kitchen and bath, flowers, duplicate stitch, animals, children, etc. they carry a variety of threads, buttons and beads and also have some really cute ready-made frames at a reasonable price. One area is dedicated to fabrics -- the extent of which I had never seen before -- and some kits are available. When you visit The Counting House, allow yourself about 2 hours to thoroughly look over the shop's contents (and to scratch the ears of Macy, the owner's adorable 12-year-old Yorkshire Terrier) and ask questions. If you are looking for a magnifier or a special lamp, you might find exactly what you are looking for in this shop. If you are visiting Myrtle Beach, the shop is about a 35 minutes drive south on Route 17 (either Business 17 or the old Route 17 -- they merge). You will be glad to have made the trip. The shop also has the nice ammenity of a very clean bathroom that is available to shoppers -- what a treat. For those of you who are famliar with The Strawberry Sampler in Chadds Ford, PA, this is a sister shop -- they are owned by sisters! On an historic note, The Counting House was the first counted cross stitch shop in the United States and was opened by Ginnie Thompson who brought the craft and its techniques to the U.S. from England. I guess it can be called the "grandmother" of all shops. They accept checks, Mastercard and Visa." -- Kimberley Yarnell Bierly
The Elegant Needle, Ltd.
Hummingbird Quilts
28 North Congress Street
York, South Carolina 29745
Phone 803-684-6301
Web site: http://home.sprynet.com/sprynet/regh/elegant.htm
"We sell very little over the Internet and use the site for information and idea exchange mostly. Hummingbird Quilts is a separate business that shares retail space." -- Gigi Hunnicutt
The Stitch & Frame Shop
1627 Celanese Rd.
Rock Hill, S.C.
(800-636-6341) or (803-366-6341)
"They have an excellent supply of patterns, fabric, and ancillary supplies for the avid stitcher. A newsletter is available (add yourself to the mailing list), and they do MAIL-ORDER!" -- Susan
Shanty Stitchers
R1, Box 20
Volin, SD 57072
(605) 263-6021 or (605) 267-2272
"Directions are 4 miles west of Volin. The road is paved. Their hours are Wednesdays from 6-9:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of the month from 10 to 2:30. This shop is the basement of a home, and not very big, but they are very willing to order patterns etc. if you want. They are open only two days a week, but for the size, is worth a stop if in the area. Shanty Stitchers also has hardanger supplies. Virginia is quite accomplished, and won a ribbin at the Spirit of Cross Stitch Festival in Des Moines."
"Cross Stitch patterns, new & used. Lots of samplers, fabrics, fibers and accessories."
Homespun Corner
1214 College Street
Clarksville, TN 37040
931-552-4422
"This is one of my favorite shops! They have a wonderful staff that makes you feel like part of the family, they offer a wide selection of supplies, classes are also offers, and they have a great selection of frames. One of my favorite things is a once-a-month Saturday Stitch-in, where you bring anything that you are working on and everybody just sits & stitches. Everyone also brings a dish to contribute towards lunch! This shop is a treat - so don't miss it if you are in the area." --Catherine
Stitchers Inc.
5498 Poplar Avenue Bldg. C
Memphis, TN 38119
800-761-1088
"Shop carries both hand painted needlepoint, prework canvases, counted cross stitch." -- Ruthie
The Stitchin' Post
Harding Mall Shopping Center
Nashville, TN 37211
615-331-3202
"This store is wonderful. They have a variety of supplies, classes and framing (they also carry a selection of prints). The selection of ready made frames is the best that I have ever seen. In addition to the standard size frames you find at most stores, they have local suppliers that make many odd sizes especially for them - and these are stocked at ready-made frame prices. This shop will ship to you across the country!" --Catherine
Aidaworks
1134 W Main
Lewisville, Texas, 75067
(972) 436-5999
"Has a complete and wide selection of cross stitch books, charts, kits, fabrics and threads. They are very helpful and will order anything you may need. Despite our size, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has few shops with a good selection of needlework items. This happens to be one of the best for cross stitch, and I have travelled a lot." --Mary
A Stitch in Time
17568 Kuykendahl Rd.
Spring, TX 77379
(281) 353-1166
"The shop down the road from where I live has served my needs very well. The owner has been exceptionally helpful. If she doesn't have what I am looking for, she will special order it if at all possible. She offers classes and carries both counted cross stitch and needlepoint supplies. Her shop is fairly new, yet it appears as though she will need larger spcebythe end of the year. Her name is Kristen."
BJ's Cross-Stitch & Custom Framing
2593 Jackson Keller
San Antonio TX. 78230
(210)344 5112
"BJ's is a wonderful shop that specializing in cross-stitch. Brenda, the owner, is constantly getting unique charts not normally carried by most other shops. She invites customers to come and join he at the stitching where you can sit, visit, and cross-stitch,a great way to learn new stitches and techniques without having to take special classes. She has some of the most georgous framing there is; they even do hand carved mats."
Cross Stitch Plus
2267 Military Hwy
San Antonio, TX
(210) 342-8252
"Cross Stitch Plus is an outstanding source for all cross stitch supplies. They have extensive selections of books, fibers, fabrics, and accessories, and will gladly mail order those items they don't carry. They offer classes all year 'round for beginning and more advanced stitchers in both corss stitch and hardanger. Camp Stitch-a-Lot is held in April in the gorgeous Texas hill country - an incredible experience. And of course, stitch-in sessions every Friday evening are friendly and fun. A don't miss place for any stitcher visiting or living in South Texas. They also do a fabulous job of custom framing too. They are great at working with you to get just the look you want, and are very supportive of innovative approaches to finishing. I've never found a stitching dilemma these people couldn't solve." -- Elizabeth Bochynski
Fancy Stitches
106 Pendell
Celburne, TX 76031
817/641-4761
"The shop carries a combination of cross stitch and canvas work supplies. Sandy, Gayle and all the staff offer typical Texas hospitality and are more than willing to be of service to you. They suggest stitches to use and will pull all necessary fabric and thread for your pattern or canvas, all at no extra charge. Shop hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday.
(There is a charming restaurant next door; The Purple Turnip is open for lunch Monday through Saturday.)" -- Kathy
Ginger's Needlearts and Framing
5322 Cameron Rd
Austin, Tx 78723
(512) 454-5344
"Large overflowing shop fun of everthing needed for cross stitching (emphasis on cross stitch). Smocking materials, needlepoint fibers, tatting, bobbin lace, silk ribbon and more. Ginger offers classes to teach you a new skill! Very helpful and informative. Framing on premises. Other goodies--tins, notepaper, buttons, scroll frames, qsnaps ect....Wonderful shop."
Juanitas
400 So. Center
Longview, TX 75601
(903) 758-7210
"This is a 30-year-old establishment specilizing in all forms of needlework, including customer designed artwork, packaged starter its, seasonal kits, and miles of yarn." -- Juanita Bengel
The Cottage
4900 Eldorado Pkwy#144
McKinney, TX 75070
needle@discountneedlework.com
"Romantic gifts and accessories as well as needlepoint, cross stitch, silk ribbon and rug hooking. They are working on expanding fiber selections. Classes in silk ribbon, free instruction in needlepoint. New pricing - all hand painted canvas is 20% off retail every day."
Stitches & More
421 Gentry Street
Spring, TX 77373
phone 281.353.8400
"The layout of the shop is very conducive to extended browsing, it's well organized and there are many models on display. Special orders are always handled promptly and efficiently." -- Linda
The Welsh Lady
117 West Lafayette
Jefferson, TX 75657
(903) 665-7777
"A lovely shop filled with handpainted canvases and fibers. Michele Otstott is the owner and will do everything she can to help you." --Jean
They're a great shop, located in a charming village shopping area." -- Eileen Noel
Shepherd's Bush
220 twenty-fourth street
ogden, utah 84401
www.shepherdsbush.net
"The women who work in the shop are as delightful on the telephone as the charts and the kits they produce - they just can't do enough for you." -- Lois Mouriski
Stitchery X-Press
338 East Gentile Street
Layton, Utah 84041
801-546-8068
"The owner has been in the business for 25 plus years and is very experienced with cross stitch. She is incredible with colors (blows me away). This store carries one of the best selections of flannel I have ever seen and they do custom hemstitching around the flannel for you to crochet to make baby blankets, etc. Marvelous store." -- C J Johnston
Swan Sampler Stitchers
Margene Smith
1536 East 5930 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
801-272-5608
zeneedle@earthlink.net
Our web site is: http://home.earthlink.net/~zeneedle/index.html
Heindselman's Too
50 East Tabernacle
St. George, Utah
phone: (801) 652-4694
"This is a lovely little shop catering to cross-stitchers, needlepointers, knitters and crocheters. The people are friendly and helpful, and the store is well-stocked. These folks have indicated they will do mail order." -- Tonie Witherspoon
phone- 802.288.9200
http://www.kaleidoscopeyarns.com/
knit@kaleidoscopeyarns.com
Owner: Jill Bujold
"Kaleidoscope Yarns is a new retail yarn shop located in Vermont. They sell an amazing and complete line of fine hand knitting yarns, patterns and needles. Their knitting kits are gourgeous and they have many finished projects on display. Their website has a fairly large and growing assortment of knitting kits complete with pictures and available colorways. All their yarns are for sale online too. Many classic and hard to findˆäyarns are featured inˆäthe shop and on their website too." -- Catherine Ricklefs
Stitches Plus
252 Woodstock Avenue
Rutland, Vermont 05701
802-775-3311.
"This shop is a delight as is its owner, Julie. There are several small rooms that are just full of wonderful patterns, fabrics, a variety of flosses, stitched models, buttons and other accessories, and the usual array of hoops, needles and the like. I first became acquainted with this shop at The Spirit of Cross Stitch Festival in Valley Forge, PA and liked what I saw. I was pleased to be able to stop at the shop while on vacation in Vermont. The owner and her assistant are pleasant and outgoing and very willing to make suggestions and help a newcomer find what she is seeking. A lot of the leaflets were from Shepherd's Bush and similar folk art designers, but there were plenty of other charts from which to select. Julie produces a wonderful quarterly newsletter and I got on the mailing list just to keep posted on her new additions to the shop. For those who live close enough to visit often, she offers classes on Saturdays; TUESDAY PLUS NIGHT, a night for stitching and socializing; and, the project of the month club." --Kimberley Yarnell Bierly
Cross Stitch Station
1500 West 11th St.
Waynesboro, VA 22980
(540) 943-7742
"Terry Thompson is the owner and will gladly mail order anything you are looking for. Her shop is small but stuffed with all kinds of wonderful things." -- Barbara Hunter
Regarding the above Cross Stitch Station: "THEY ARE A FULL LINE SHOP CARRYING DMC, FLOWER THREAD, CARON THREADS, RAINBOW GALLERY FIBERS, WEEKS DYE WORKS THREAD AND MANY MORE FIBERS. THEY ALSO CARRY MANY R&R HAND-DYED FABRICS, LOTS OF LINEN IN ALL COUNTS, HEATHERFIELDS IN ALL COUNTS PLUS MUCH, MUCH MORE!! THEY ARE A SMALL SHOP BUT PACK A LOT IN!! THEY ALSO CARRY LOTS OF BUTTONS AND EMBELLISHMENTS. TERRY THOMPSON, SHOPOWNER, WILL GLADLY HELP YOU WITH MAIL-ORDER, FRAMING, MAKING A PILLOW OR WHATEVER YOU NEED. E-MAIL ADDRESS---crosstitch@adelphia.net." -- Terry
In Stitches
8800-F Pear Tree Court
Pear Tree Village Shops
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 360-4600
fax (703) 360-4694
"They specialize in Cross-stitch and hardanger; needlepoint; specialty fibers and conservation framing. Owner is (I think) Susan Corcoran. It's terrific; the sales people are friendly and very helpful. They have LOTS of reproduction samplers, a huge array of fibers and fabrics, classic and popular patterns, boxes/trays/etc to display needlework, the best scissors in the world (Gingher, of course), and just about anything you'd need or want to use in stitching. (I've been crawling around needlework shops for upwards of 30 years now, and this is one of the best I've seen. If I lived near there (instead of Canada), I'd be hip-deep in stitching supplies with a huge grin on my face (and a worn-out credit card!)" -- Holly Vaughn
The Needle Craft Corner
7521 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
804-564-3354
Needlewoman East
809-C W. Broad Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 241-0316
"You may be able to get there with some combination of bus and Metro, but it's far enough out that you'd be better off driving, if you can. I like their selection of fibers, and I think they carry more counted canvas projects (which seem so popular now - I think they're a lot of fun, but even more important for me, they're cheaper to do). Needlewoman East also carries cross stitch and neat gadgets and accessories."
The Yarn Barn
9413-C Old Burke Lake Road
"This shop has been in existence for over 30 years and is owned and run by a mother/daughter team, Sally Roberts and Penny Sanford. It is a very large store with a wide range of yarns. There are many pattern books, from very old patterns to brand new from Katia, Anny Blatt, etc. Penny carries a lot of diverse yarns in a range of prices and her philosophy is that she stocks winter yarns year 'round as she believes you can never have enough winter sweaters! She has classes and workshops and invites knitters to drop in for advice and assistance any time." -- Tammi Tiakoumatos
The Stitching Well "This shop specializes in counted cross stitch, candlewicking, needlepoint,
embroidery, and needlework accessories. The selection of counted cross stitch
supplies and patterns is quite comprehensive and the staff is one of the
most outstanding I have ever encountered. Even though the shop had plenty
of customers, these two ladies made everyone feel like they were getting
100% of their attention. They ran to get supplies, fabrics, etc., and were
willing to drag out shop samples to demonstrate the differences in fabrics
threads, and techniques. It's a long trip for me, but it's more than worth
it. I'm told that folks come from 100 miles away to shop here and I'm not
surprised. I certainly would!" -- Kitty
We Keep You In Stitches
"They carry imported Aida and linen cloth, DMC floss and pearl cottons, needles and stitching sundries plus several hundred pattens for cross stitch, hardanger, and needlepoint and some kits. Special orders are not a problem for them. They also have a frame shop attached to the stitching shop where they frame both stitching and other work. They have classes many times throughout the year, usually 1-2 a month and contests where their customers can compete with each other and show off their own work. One of the most fun classes is a Stitch All Night. This is held once a year, to give us all time to recover, and is keyed to a theme such as hardanger, Christmas, or another special technique. We all bring a snack, order in pizza and try to make it until morning. One of the nice things about their shop is how helpful they are. If you like a certain series of patterns, or designer, they let you know when something comes in you may like. They remember your preferences and show you similar new things to try. This extra 'small town helpfulness' is one of the things that make them special. You are not just their customer, you feel you're their friend as well. It's a great place to spend time." -- Sue Floyd
Cross-Stitch Corner "This is a cross-stitch shop with a wide variety of designs and
fabric offered. They also carry an excellent design line of local graphs
of the Seattle/Washington area. I may only visit once or twice a year (I
live out-of state), but I faithfully remember to bring my punch card that
is offered by the store. They also do mail-order any item which you might
need. An enthusiastic staff of knowledgeable stitchers who are eager to
help you makes each visit a pleasure. -- Susan The Purple Cow "Great selection of paterns including cross stitch, hardanger and
other specialty stitches. Has a nice selection of fabrics and fibers. They
are very willing to special order if they do not have what you want. Classes
are offered in stitching and crafts." --Mary Hempel
MORE COMMENTS about The Purple Cow: "This shop is EXCELLENT! I've been in many shops (spoiled in Northern Va.) and it is ironic that one of the best two shops I've ever been in is in my home town. Very, Very friendly. Lots of models to get the creative juices flowing (and the credit card out of your wallet). They are so nice, they
even sent me a sympathy card when my mother passed away 18 mos ago."
Village Sampler
"A great little shop where cross stitchers really do count. In business more than 10 years with lots of experience and information. The shop is small, but packed with charts, fabrics, threads and more. Good, quality framing at a good price. If what you're looking for isn't there, they'll really try to get it for you."
The Crosse Stitchery "Crosse Stitchery is a charming little shop located in Historic Downtown La
Crosse, WI not far from the Mississippi River. It is jointly owned by Judith
Althoff and Marsha Schmidt who share the day to day shop schedules etc. We
carry the latest in top name designer charts and patterms including Shepherd's
Bush, Ewe and Eye andFriends, Bent Creek and Drawn Thread to name just a few.
We supply the widest range of fine fabrics in the area including hand-dyed
linens from R&R Reproductions. We regularly stock all weights DMC fibers,
overdyes from the Gentle Arts, Needle Necessities, Weeks Dye Works, the Caron
Collection and the Thread Gatherer. We also carry fibers from Rainbow Gallery
and Kreinik and we have SoieD'Alger silk threads. Judy and Marsha have
recently added rug hooking supplies to our inventory and it has proven to be
quite popular. We offer a custom framing service by Sarah Hall, a certified
professional framer, in the upstairs loft of our shop. We have classes, do
special orders and ship supplies near and far. Our strong suit is friendly
and knowledgeable servic;. we'd love for you to visit us in La Crosse, Wi."
Fibers and Frames
1484 S. 84th Street
"This shop has a superior amount of fabric for any stitcher, novice or professional, to consider. Also, the walls, showcases, and windows are filled with many completed projects to whet anyone's appetite. Supplies, Anchor, DMC, Needle Necessities, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Workes, Kreinik braid, cords, beads, Mill Hill Treasures and many charts fill this attractive stitcher's spot. Classes are offered in the spring and fall."
Needle Works of Racine "My spouse and I own the Needle Works of Racine. We carry thousands
of cross stitch patterns in virtually all categories. All the patterns are
in our computer and we have a fully cross referenced list by category, vendor
and title. If you need anything in particular, we're just a phone call away
or about a 30 minute drive South of Milwaukee. Also have large selection
of yarns, needlepoint, fabrics, accessories, etc. Hope to have scanned photo
cross stitch capability shortly as well."
The Needleworkshop
Cloud Peak Mercantile "This shop carries supplies for counted cross stitch, embroidery,
hardanger, tatting, needlepoint, etc. Extensive collection of charts, threads
and supplies."
Burke, VA 22015
Tel: (703) 978-2220
1-800-762-5274
WWW:
Email us at:
Kingsmill Village Shops
Williamsburg, VA
757/220-0313
5387 Main Street
Stephens City, VA (just off I-81 south of Winchester
Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, and Saturday 10-5 and Thurs 10-7
(540) 869-4684Washington
138 105th Ave.N.E.
Bellevue Wa. 98004.
425-454-1862Washington D.C.
West Virginia
131 State St.
Bridgeport, WV 26330
304-842-9150
123 4th Ave.
St. Albans, WV 25177
304-722-0123Wisconsin
308 Main Street
La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601
Milwaukee, WI
414-258-6633
702 High Street
Racine, WI 53402
(414) 634-4762
Mon 10-8, T-F 10-5, Sat10-4
312 S. 1st Ave.
Wausau, WI 54401
715-848-5546
Owner: Kari Bender-BurkeWyoming
28 South Main
Buffalo,WY 82834
(307)684-2807
www.buffalowyoming.comCanada
Coats Patons
1001 Roselawn
Toronto, Ontario
The Cross Stitch Cupboard
1804 Carling Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
K2A 1E2
Tel: 613-729-9744
info@cross-stitch.ca
http://www.cross-stitch.ca
"Everytime I visit the store is packed, with an atmosphere of friends meeting friends." -- Pam Benckhuysen
Dick and Jane
3574 West 4th Avenue
Vancouver, BC
Canada
V6R 1N9
Telephone: (604) 738-3574
"It's a real nice shop that makes you very much at home, completely surrounded by threads, skeins, fabrics, collectors buttons, and everything you could possibly need as a needlecrafter, and if you ever come to Vancouver, BC in Canada, you cannot leave this city without shopping at Dick and Jane." --Laurie Landry
Kate Cross Stitch"The owner Kate is super friendly and helpful. Anything you need and want she can get it for you if it's not in her store. Every Thursday and Friday night she is open late for stitch in night, and we are more than welcomed to make ourselves comfortable on her many chairs and couches. It's just like home!"
Mrs. Twitchett's Eye
1739 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2G6
Phone: 204-261-7747
"This shop carries cross stitch, hardanger, and silk ribbon embroidery supplies and a large variety of specialty threads and accesories. The owner, Carolyn Mitchell is a published hardanger designer in her own right. She even mailed silk ribbon to my friend in Scotland because she did not have it in stock when my friend was here. She also carries a wide variety of fabrics and will sell you the size you need." --Helen Bartel
Stitch'n Frame Gallery
1522 Regent Ave, W.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Phone: 204-663-1324
"Besides carrying cross stitch, hardanger and silk ribbon embroidery supplies, this shop also does framing. They have done a superb job of Earth Dancer and I stop in extra just to drool! They are very helpful and this place also kits all the needed specialty threads and beads for earthdancer. They especially do this for the beads because otherwise the proprietor told me the beads would just end up in some friendship bracelet, rather than the picture she got them in for." --Helen Bartel
The Sampler
454 Browns Line
Toronto, Ontario
(416) 255-4410
Squirts Crafts
672 Main Street
Woodstock, New Brunswick
Canada
506-325-9142
Has cross stitch items, plus other crafts such as puzzles, and scrapbooking items.
"Crafty Frog opened on 05 October 1999. We stock a large range of threads including DMC stranded, perle and tapestry along with Gumnuts, Minnamurra, Rajmahal, Kreinik, YLI silk ribbons, wired ribbons, Mill Hill beads etc. I also have an extensive range of cross stitch kits and leaflets, along with Canberra's biggest range of Tapestries. Goldwork, brazilian and embroidery kits ensure a great selection whether you're after a one-nighter, or a long term project. Combine this with friendly, personal service, and parking at the door and you need travel no further."
Needle Creations
211 Elizabeth Street Hobart
7000
Tasmania Australia
mek@southcom.com.au
phone number: + 61 3 62 319991
"We sell all different kinds of needlework, we specialise in American needlework. Threads are Needle Neccessities, D M C, Threadgatherer threads and ribbons. Debbie mumm buttons, Mill Hill buttons, charms, Quilting Fabrics and patterns. We sell Shepherd's Bush, Periwinkle Promises and Elizabeth Designs also Victoria Sampler and other Designers."
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