Store Review: Stitch House in Dorchester

Today I made my second trip ever to Stitch House.  It is a cozy little shop located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston.  Part of my visit was to pick up a crochet hook for my class that is starting this week (I admit it; I got a major case of hook envy and signed up for a class!); the other part of my visit was to pick up some yarn for my newest project.  I am starting to knit a triangular shawl.  

The shop is incredibly cute and the customer service is very good.  The women who work there take the time to help those of us who need/want help, and they leave those who are peacefully searching for inspiration to just soak in the sight of many beautiful yarns.  

 If you are looking for inexpensive acrylics, you may not be in luck at this venue, but there is no shortage of beautiful yarns to choose from at this lys.  Over all I had a wonderful experience at Stitch House, and to top it off, I got a wonderful free reusable tote in which to carry my purchases.

Store Review

After almost 15 years of crocheting I've decided to try and teach myself to knit. On my way to volunteering last night I decided if I saw a parking spot near Woolcott and Co. a local yarn store (lys) in Cambridge, MA, I'd stop in and get the knitting accouterments I needed to begin. I passed the store and thought it was not my night, only to find a spot right next to my stop light!

So out I pop in this freezing cold New England weather, into the warmth of Woolcott and Co. (As an aside -lys always seem warmer, perhaps its the natural insulations of the walls of yarn!) I walk in an instantly the cashier asks if I need any help. I tell her that I'm making a transition, and she offers plenty of suggestions, but doesnt push any particular item.

Over all, I would recommend Woolcott's customer service, but be aware the yarns are pricey. Its where I got the lunar blanket yarn. They have some absolutely beautiful yarns, but be cautious if you are watching your pennies so your dimes and dollars will watch themselves.

Lunar New Year Blanket - Finished Product

One week's time and we have a blanket!


With a flash:

Without a flash:

In detail:

Wrapped up and ready to go, 23 days early :]

A Happy (early) Lunar New Year to all.