Alliston Yarns - Stop E on the Map

In June 1, 2013 the doors opened for the first time realizing my dream of Alliston Yarns!

We have hundreds of colourful yarns, buttons, books, patterns, needles, indeed all the accessories needed to work with yarns adorn the walls and shelving of this adorable nook.

Hand knit and crochet shawls, blankets, sweaters, dresses and doll clothing cover the walls.  The shelves are topped with many  gifts ideas including stuffed animals, wooden toys and home-made accessories.  Five hat racks are kept filled with baby hats/bonnets, youth and character hats.

Our highly qualified staff have crochet, knitting and finishing classes available as well.

We are open 6 days a week.

Our philosophy has been to somehow give back to the community.

This is why we started a program called " Head to Toes" and Alliston Yarns in the Headquarters of this Alliston charity.

What is "Head To Toes"

Many people have unwanted yarns, crochet cotton, needles and crochet hooks.  They are encouraged to drop them off to the store where they are picked up by caring people who manufacture items with these and then return the items to the store to be donated to Family Christmas Basket in the Alliston area .

In 2014 over 750 beautiful handmade items were donated to the Alliston Lions Club as well as 8 other chritable organizations with the best wishes from the general public.

We anticipate that every year going forward will be bigger and better and appreciated all the hjelp we receive.

If you want to donate to the cause please contact us by clicking on our contact page or call us at705.434.0880

Alliston Yarns

Craft & Gifts

21-B Young St

Alliston, Ontario

allistonyarns@yahoo.ca

Tel: 705.434.0880

http://www.allistonyarns.com/ 

Hours of Operation

Monday - Saturday

9:30am - 6:00pm

Sunday - CLOSED

True North Yarn Co. - Stop D on the map

Our goal at True North Yarn Co. is to be your one stop shop for top quality knitting wool and yarns, knitting books, knitting patterns, notions and virtually anything that a passionate knitter might need.

We pride ourselves in our outstanding selection of knitting products but our greatest pleasure comes from being able to offer top-notch service and expertise to our valued customers. Join one of our classes, or drop in to our Yarn Socials.

At True North Yarn Co. you will find Central Ontario's finest selection of knitting yarns. Our 2,000 square foot shop is located in beautiful Barrie Ontario Canada, the gateway to Ontario's cottage country.

If you're a knitter you will marvel at our selection of top name yarns including many of the hottest products featured in the most popular knitting magazines.  You will find the latest yarns from names such as Cascade Yarns, Debbie Bliss, Sirdar, King Cole, Noro and many more!

15 Cedar Pointe Dr. Units 7 & 8, Barrie, ON L4N 5R7 - 705-737-4422 - info@truenorthyarn.com

http://www.truenorthyarn.com/store/pc/home.asp

Phone: 705-737-4422 

Store Hours (EST)

Monday	10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday	10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday	10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday	10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday	10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday	10:00 am - 5:30 pm

Sunday             CLOSED

Eliza's Buttons and Yarn - Stop C on the map

Welcome to Eliza’s Buttons and Yarn!

Elizabeth welcomes you to her knitting haven. Our store has everything you might need, from needles and yarn all the way to buttons. All of the contact information you will ever need is below. We would love to see you and what you’ve been busy creating! Stop on by!

Our Spring Newsletter http://elizaknits.com/newsletter is now available! Spring is here and we’ve got new yarns coming in.  Lots of colours and lace to help get you ready for the warmer weather.

http://elizaknits.com/

We are located at:
250 Bayview Dr. Unit 2. Barrie, On. L4N 4Y8

Our phone number is:
705.725.8536

Our e-mail address is:
eliza@elizaknits.com

Our hours of operation are:

Monday	10 – 6 pm
Tuesday	10 – 6 pm
Wednesday	10 – 8:30 pm
Thursday	10 – 6 pm
Friday	10 – 6 pm
Saturday	10 – 4 pm
Sunday	We’re resting our feet!

Purl 3 - Stop B on the map

Purl3 is owned and operated by Sandra and Kitrina Typhair, a mother and daughter team. 

The stores name Purl3 is reflecting three generations of active knitters with 105 years of experience.
Our goal at Purl3 is to carry a variety of quality yarns (natural and synthetic) with a broad array of colors, softness and fashionable design. Giving customers the opportunity to touch and feel the yarns uniqueness.
In our shop we‘ve tried to create a warm friendly atmosphere where everyone can knit/crochet no matter the level of experience. Allowing crafters the opportunity to relax and express their creativity, socialize and learn through interaction.
We offer workshops, seminars and social events.Our vision is to bring together the knitting community and encourage growth and continuation of the craft
TUESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL @ Purl 3

Come Join us for an evening of Stitch and B**ch every Tuesday from 5pm - 7pm.

Bring any knitting or crocheting project your working on and enjoy an evening of relaxing with some wonderful friends.

10-425 West Street North, Orillia, ON, Canada

+1.705325.4334

purl3orillia@outlook.com

http://www.purl3orillia.com/home.html

​Mon 10-5
Tue 10-7
​Wed 10-6
Thursday 10-6
Fri 10-4
Sat 10-5

The Purple Sock - Stop A on the map

WELCOME TO THE PURPLE SOCK!

Lakeside Yarn Crawl starts June 18th  2016 and runs til Sept 5th 2016, come on out  and join in the fun. More info can be found here, or by emailing me. 
lakesideyarncrawl.blogspot.ca/

Welcome to The Purple Sock! One of the most wonderful things about owning your own business is seeing it grow and thrive! Just like watching your children begin to crawl and then walk, head off to school and head out on their own ( much too quickly, lol!)... that is how I see my little shop!

As I head into my ninth year here in the little Village of Coldwater, I am shocked at how quickly the years have gone by! My small beginnings have turned into expanded space, amazing new lines of Canadian yarns including Sweet Georgia from Vancouver and Red Sock, Blue Sock yarns from Ottawa, as well as the incredible yarns from all over the globe, some  supporting women's causes in their home countries, and as always, the finest loose leaf teas from around the world as well. With the advent of Skype and FaceTime and all the other social media, we can be in touch with people all over the world...but it is also lovely to be able to touch and feel, smell and taste these treasures that have found their way to my little shop.

As the shop has grown, I have added new classes, held KAL's, had yarn tastings,  participated as a stop in a "Yarn Crawl", and have started a knitting Retreat (now in its fourth year!).....all because of you, my dear customers and friends! You inspire me with your creativity, your excitement over a new yarn that you want me to order, the trends you find as you travel. I love the old adage that "it takes a village...", well, that is certainly true here at The Purple Sock...a village of spinners and weavers, a village of knitters and felters, of those who crochet and rug hook, who create beauty and share that here every day!

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So please drop in, join us for a Sip 'n Stitch, take a class, fondle the newest yarns and fibres or try a new tea....you are always welcome here at The Purple Sock!

If you would like to be added to our Newsletter list,  please go to the blog and enter your e-mail in the box under "Follow by e-mail" at the top of the right hand column, Then you will be kept up to date with the goings-ons here at the store.

Happy knitting to all!
Lynn

Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM                 
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.                                                     
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.                                               
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.                                                                                 
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

THE PURPLE SOCK
13 COLDWATER RD
COLDWATER ONTARIO
L0K 1E0
Ph: 705 686-3455
E-mail: info@thepurplesock.ca

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http://www.thepurplesock.ca/index.html

Let the Lakeside Crawl 2016 begin...

Start your engines - the Lakeside Yarn Crawl is about to begin...

Here's a few details- 

Start date: Saturday June 18th

Finish date: Monday September 5th

Crawling participating rules:

1. Crawler must be 18 or older to participate

2. Only 1 passport per crawler

3. Crawler must be present when their passport is stamped or signed

Please print your info clearly - don't miss out out winning because we can't read your name/email 

Every shop will have a draw for a gorgeous basket of goodies. 

           Ballots are available at each shop - ask for yours!!

The grand prize basket is filled with donation supplies from 

all of our suppliers!! 

To have the chance to WIN the grand prize, a fully stamped passport must be filled in. 

Leave your passport at the last shop or return it to your LYS 

NEW - We are collecting ALL passports this year!! When you are sure you have finished the crawl, leave your partially completed passport at your last shop. You have a chance to WIN prizes too!!!

Here's the line up for this year!!

The Purple Sock - Coldwater   http://thepurplesock.ca/

True North Yarn Co - Barrie   http://www.truenorthyarn.com/store/pc/home.asp

Eliza's Buttons and Yarn - Barrie   http://elizaknits.com/

Grey Heron Yarn Shop - Collingwood   http://greyheronyarns.com/

Creemore House of Stitches - Creemore   http://creemorequiltsandyarns.com/

Riverside Yarns - Owen Sound    http://riversideyarns.com/

DocKnits - Port Elgin   http://www.docknits.ca/

Purl 3 - Orillia   http://www.purl3orillia.com/

Alliston Yarns - Alliston   http://www.allistonyarns.com/

The Wool & Silk Co. - Shelburne  http://www.woolandsilkco.com/

The Knitting Basket - Rosemont   https://www.facebook.com/The-Knitting-Basket-225259024284035/info?tab=overview

Purrsonally Yours Fabric and Wool - Meaford  http://www.shopmeaford.com/purrsonallyyoursfabricandwoolshop/?

Note: 
If you are travelling a fair distance to a shop, please call them a few days before to ensure they are open during the time you will be there. 

Emergencies do crop up - so call first to avoid disappointment. 

Safe driving - Have fun!! - Take a friend - Good Luck!! - Happy Knitting!!

Lakeside Yarn Crawl 2016

So, here we are May 6th - the plans for the Lakeside Yarn Crawl 2016 are well under way. 

And now we are 12 shops confirmed to join in the fun. 

We have three new shops on the crawl this year: 

Purrsonally Yours Fabric and Wool Shop - Meaford

http://www.shopmeaford.com/purrsonallyyoursfabricandwoolshop/?listing.action=about


The Knitting Basket - check out their Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/The-Knitting-Basket-225259024284035/info?tab=overview


Wool and Silk Company - Shelburne check out their website   http://www.woolandsilkco.com/

We are very happy to have the following shops back again for this year: 

Alliston Yarns - Alliston

Purl3 - Orillia

The Purple Sock - Coldwater

True North Yarn Co - Barrie 

Eliza's Buttons and Yarn - Barrie 

Grey Heron Yarn Shop - Collingwood 

Creemore House of Stitches - Creemore 

Riverside Yarns - Owen Sound 

DocKnits - Port Elgin

The Crawl will kick off on Saturday June 18th which is World Wide Knit in Public Day... What a terrific day to acknowledge our knitting traditions. 

So, do follow the page for updates. 

As we get a little closer to the start date, we will let you know about the new happenings!!