biStitchual

I love going to BiStitchual! It’s more than just great fiber and yarn, it’s a community! People help each other and encourage each other to make beautiful things. I will drive 100 miles just to visit them.

I was really looking forward to visiting this store, especially given the high reviews.
Walking through the door I’m greeted with a sign that says no dogs only to be barked at by two little ones that were being chased down by a woman. A man enters with takeout for said woman. I get a Hello, can I help you find anything. Which is great, don’t get me wrong I’m all about multi-​tasking. However, I never saw the woman again.
There were 3 ladies sitting down knitting on various projects, they were all quite unfriendly towards me. It’s quite awkward trying to browse. But to be honest the selection here was pretty… basic. The only thing that I was happily surprised by was a Scottish yarn, but over priced. I purchased the same yarn at Tolt (Highly recommend if you’re ever in WA state) for a much more reasonable price. They did have Knitters Dreamz Marblez… for $ 12.
Overall…I’m not impressed. The search for a LYS that I’d want to return to continues.

I love this place. They have many yarns to choose from and have a knitting circle that has a sense of community. I was very impressed and haven’t seen a yarn shop this elaborate ever. They can also pretty much get you any kind f yarn you could want as well.

Love, love this shop! It is ‘well lit, clean and has wonderful yarns and notions! The shop owner, Alena, is very welcoming and knowledgeable!!! She has created a union of diverse people who love to crochet and knit!

My fiancé and I had just finished eating lunch at the Taqueria next door when I noticed this place. Initially, I wanted to check it out for his mom since she crochets and knits. I also wanted to try my hand at crocheting, and honestly, when I stepped in, that’s when I knew I should start. I saw two ladies working on a project in the middle of the store where comfortable looking chairs were set up. Alena was very welcoming too, and my goodness! The selection of yarn was mesmerizing. I instantly thought, «Falls coming up! I want to make scarves and beanies!» I returned later that day to get materials I needed and Alena remembered me. She invited me to come some time to work on any project. I haven’t done this yet, but I probably will once I start more complicated ones. This is definitely my go to spot for yarn.

Love this place! The interior is adorable with cute chairs and sofas. Love the twinkly lights, gives the place a magical feel. They have great yarn for purchase and various knitting circles and classes. I would definitely recommend and I will be back as I’m learning to knit!

I visited biStitchual today and I had a wonderful time. I needed a 40″ size 2 needle to make socks using the ‘magic loop.’ I was very happy they had what I was looking for as well as several other long circular sizes. The best part is Alena (owner) and the friendly ladies knitting and talking. I can’t wait to come back and do what I do best, knit and talk. There were quality yarns in every price range. It was also fun to learn that I am biStitchual because I can knit and crochet. I told my husband I can sit there and knit. He said he was going to miss seeing me at home. A great find close to my home. Yay.

WHAT? Have I really waited until I have spent countless hours, dollars, meals at this lovely LYS before writing a review? I should be forced to spend the rest of the day there, touching all of the yarn. Well, here it goes.
What can you say about a place where the people make you feel like family the moment you walk in the door? The fiber artists (yes, they truly are) are welcoming and supportive and by the time you are ready to leave you will be part of the family.
Alena and Maggie are the BEST shop owners EVER and are helpful and cheerful all of the time. The shop is open every day… WHAT…YUP, everyday and you wanna know why? Of course you do, because the owners don’t want YOU to have to figure out what days they are around. (I always say, «we are here every day that ends in the word — DAY»)
The people here will help you pick just the right color to match your eyes and will ALWAYS tell you the truth.
The yarns cover the spectrum of costs and all are of good quality. Some common names (Noro) and some you can only find here (ColorNotes — have you SMELLED that yarn? YUM).
The place is bright and there is room to sit and knit. There is a lot of yarn and notions (great stock to choose from), it isn’t crowded or cluttered. I wish they would come to my house and organize my stash.
Come visit, you will be glad you did.

Lovely local yarn store with wonderful staff and fibers. Prices are what you would pay anywhere. They don’t raise them just because you are in the Bay Area. I took a class on Fair Isle knitting and enjoyed it. I was the only student in that class, too. A very homey business. Come and support this LYS.

They have a nice selection of magazines, variety of needles and notions.
Yarners of all levels and ages can go and will always have someone to help if they get stuck. Owner is available for help for a fee.
There are regulars who gather and sit in the circle to share their projects. And if you’re looking for a party, they often have potlucks and celebrate special occasions.

Lovely place. Good classes, nice staff. Quality yarns. Long hours. Clean and cozy. Great shop. This is my favorite place. Today I got a wool/​silk blend yarn made in Italy.
Denise is a fantastic teacher! I’ve taken her beginner crochet class.

It’s nice to find a local yarn shop that has a welcoming spirit. A nice selection of quality yarns, in a range of prices. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Classes are offered at different levels.
Parking lot can be a challenge but there’s street parking too.
Check them out !

Yay for a local yarn shop! The ladies at biStitchual are so warm and friendly. They have a great selection of yarns and a sitting area so you can come in and work on your projects at any time. They also have set stitch hours that are already quite popular and I believe they offer classes, too. This is way better than visiting Michaels or Joanns. They are a small, local business and will help you find a pattern (online for free) if you don’t already have one.

biStitchual has quickly become my home away from home. My mom and I found it by pure chance while chasing down breakfast in Pinole. Everyone was SO friendly that we knew right away we had found something special. We decided to come back the next day so my mom could spend the gift card she won for coming in during their opening!
Over the years, my mom had tried to teach me to knit a few times but it never stuck. When we went back the next day, I had some needles and some of my own yarn and with the guidance of several people (staff AND customers), I started learning how to knit. I have since knitted an entire 6ft+ long scarf and am working on learning different techniques. I also found the people there more than willing to help me learn to crochet, so I can truly be «biStitchual»!
The atmosphere is very inviting, with a seating area right up front for people to come and just stitch away. There are open stitch nights on Wednesdays and Sundays. Currently, they are showing Downton Abbey on Thursday nights and they have plans for Jane Austen nights, possible Anne of Green Gables, and lots of things in the works. There is a keurig in the back available to all, as well as an array of light snacks during open stitch nights.
The shop has many different kinds of yarn available (in many different price ranges) and plenty of pattern books and magazines to keep you interested. They also have an iPad at the back where you can browse and print out patterns from Ravelry. I just attended their first class with Faina Goberstein, which was beginning knitting and took place in an actual classroom in the back of the shop.
biStitchual is easily my favourite place to spend time these days. The people are wonderful, the atmosphere is wonderful, and I hope they are around for a VERY long time. I feel like I am making friends for life with Alena and Maggie (the co-​owner mother/​daughter duo) as well as with other customers who come in.

Just went to BiStitchal last night. This shop fills a real need in the area. It has such a warm vibe, and the staff and even other customers were all so nice. I can’t wait to go to a Wednesday night drop-​in knitting night. The store samples are inspiring (you have to see the Charlotte’s Web shawl in all it’s rainbow goodness), and they’ve really hit the ground running with a beautifully thought out store that is fully stocked. I’m looking forward to classes starting in January, and I’m whipping up a last-​minute Christmas gift tonight from my new yarn and pattern. I’m going to take my kids tonight, because they’re jealous, and want new yarn of their own. Way to go ladies!