[conch72]

Today I went to a yarn shop located in LaGrange Il to purchase a set of needles. I was looking at yarn to use for preemie hats for a NICU. After a conversation with the women who was helping me, they brought out 4 beautiful blankets to add to my donations. I could not believe the generosity of this shop owner. I can't let this go unnoticed in the too often callous world. If you are ever in LaGrange Il, visit this wonderful shop.

Kudos to this shopkeeper! I don't think you'd get that response from Joann or Michaels. . . which also serve a purpose. But you won't get the same friendly greeting there as you would from a great LYS.

We are very lucky here in northern NJ to have several great shops.

 

[conch72]

Anyone know a great LYS in North Jersey? I went to the store in Maplewood until it closed last year.

Yes!

1. Knitapestry - Waldwick, NJ: Friendly and knowledgeable owner and staff. Love this shop.
2. Yarn Diva - Hillsdale, NJ: Crammed full of yarn. Always something good in back on sale. Friendly staff.
3. Close Knit - Midland Park, NJ: Good selection of yarn and needles. They run a bus trip to the NY Sheep & Wool Festival in Rhinebeck.

Let us know if you check out any of these and what you think.