by Chrissy G on Saturday, Oct 06 2007 at 10:43AM UTC

This is my LYS and I love it so much, I convinced Sally to let me teach some classes so I can buy even more yarn there. Lovely selection of absolutely gorgeous yarns.

by glowgirl on Saturday, Oct 13 2007 at 10:30AM UTC

Very cozy atmosphere -- makes you feel like you've just walked into a hidden stash of wonderful stuff in Grandma's attic. Good selection, friendly service!

by goodfruit on Sunday, Apr 13 2008 at 10:27AM UTC

one of my fav! Love the vastness of her selection, the go to place when you want to find something different, luxurious, and/or specialty dyed.

by lusciousluka on Wednesday, Oct 01 2008 at 08:56PM UTC

Really helpful staff/owner. Nice selection. Cushy seating. Bought some nice yarn.

by sar on Wednesday, Dec 31 2008 at 08:14AM UTC

I was visiting from Toronto over the Christmas/NY season and had heard some LYS were going to be closed. I emailed Sally and she got right back to me about their hours, and I just loved the shop. Got my hands on some handspun, handpainted yarn I've never seen anywhere else. Super warm and friendly. Portland rocks!

by Anonymous on Wednesday, Feb 11 2009 at 04:21PM UTC

Wow, this website is perfect! My friend Marcee and I are on a knitting vacation and we've used this site to find our way around,soo helpful:)
Close Knit has been our favorite yarn store so far. So many colors of my faves, and some lines I've never seen before! They even have Quiviut!

by Anonymous on Wednesday, Feb 11 2009 at 04:21PM UTC

Wow, this website is perfect! My friend Marcee and I are on a knitting vacation and we've used this site to find our way around,soo helpful:)
Close Knit has been our favorite yarn store so far. So many colors of my faves, and some lines I've never seen before! They even have Quiviut!

by knotsewmuch on Thursday, Apr 16 2009 at 03:32PM UTC

LOVE this shop! Friendly help who show you new stuff and things you might be interested in. Found yarns here I have not seen in other shops.

Only one complaint, it could be CLOSER to my house! But then again, maybe it would be hazardous to my wallet if it were closer.

This is a MUST STOP on any Yarn Safari. Absolutely wonderful.

by heidi on Tuesday, Jul 07 2009 at 03:58PM UTC

i almost wouldn't term this so much as a yarn store, but more a yarn boutique, it has that sort of feel. i went here for the first time on my birthday to buy myself something nice, and that is exactly what i got. so many lovely yarns i barely could keep myself from buying one of everything. the staff were helpful and friendly, eager to be of service while also giving you space to browse at your leisure. i've been back many times since and have a huge stash of lovely yarns to show for it.

by rocknrollfun on Saturday, Jul 18 2009 at 01:21PM UTC

I visited this shop while in Portland recently, and I thought this shop had one of the best selections I've ever seen. The staff was super friendly and helpful, and the yarn I bought there has garnered more compliments than anything else I've owned. I wish I lived closer to this great store!

by knittypops on Monday, Oct 05 2009 at 04:59PM UTC

Small, but they sure fit a lot of nice stuff in there! Great cozy atmosphere, though despite the couches, I don't feel like I should stick around to knit. Luckily there are plenty of other places on Alberta to have a cuppa and hang out when you're done yarn shopping.

by JodiGirl on Thursday, Oct 22 2009 at 04:18AM UTC

I love everything about this shop....the loads of gorgeous yarns, the ever-changing selection that sings to whatever need I have at the moment, the staff who are so sweet and caring that they have become friends, and the down-to-earth awesomeness of Sally, the owner. I'm sad that we have moved to a different part of town so that Close Knit isn't on my daily walking route. That said, I'm more than happy to pack up the kids and head up to NE just to get a glimpse of this place. I go to Close Knit like many people go to a spa -- for relaxation, to touch beautiful things, to dream about projects yet unimagined, and to say hello to lovely people. This is truly a gem.

by Valery Alta on Sunday, Dec 20 2009 at 04:28PM UTC

Tiny but positively crammed with yumminess. Being next door to Bolt doesn't hurt, either!

by fiber freak on Wednesday, Jan 06 2010 at 07:32AM UTC

another trip to portland and another great time at close knit!
i love this shop! did i say i love this shop?!?
i have been wanting to get some blue sky alpaca for a hat and they had loads of colors.
my friend carol bought some imperial stock ranch from oregon to take back to jersey!
great vibe, great yarn, great fun!