Some projects begin with a pattern. Many more begin with a skein you cannot stop touching. At Stitch Haven, our Westport yarn shop, you can squeeze, compare, and hold colors up in daylight before you commit to a sweater, shawl, or blanket.
We stock yarn for knitting and crochet in fibers and weights chosen for real projects, from soft merino and alpaca to airy mohair and cool summer linen. Knitters and crocheters drive in from Norwalk, Weston, Wilton, Fairfield, and across Fairfield County for the selection and for honest help choosing it.
Malabrigo is known for kettle-dyed color with depth and movement. Rios is a plied, superwash merino worsted that works for hats, sweaters, and crochet blankets. Rasta is a super bulky single for quick cowls, and Malabrigo Sock suits socks, shawls, and lightweight layers.
Berroco Ultra Alpaca blends alpaca and wool for warmth with a little halo, a dependable choice for cardigans and winter accessories. Berroco Vintage is a washable wool and acrylic blend that holds up to kids, dogs, and laundry days, which makes it a favorite for baby gifts and afghans.
Lang mohair yarns add a soft, glowing halo. Knit them alone for a feather-light wrap, or hold a strand together with another yarn to deepen a color, add warmth without weight, and give a plain sweater a little drama.
Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande is a chunky, plush alpaca for fast, cozy hats and cowls. Lana Grossa Solo Lino sits at the other end of the year: a linen yarn with crisp drape that softens with wear, ideal for summer tops and market bags.
Yarn weight describes thickness, and it shapes almost everything about a project: the needle or hook size, how many stitches you work, how fast it grows, and how the fabric feels. Fingering and sock yarns create fine, drapey fabric for shawls and socks. DK and worsted are the everyday workhorses for sweaters, hats, and blankets. Bulky and super bulky yarns knit up fast and make thick, squishy accessories.
If your pattern names a specific yarn, look at its weight, yardage per skein, and fiber before choosing a substitute. Matching the weight gets you close; matching fiber gets you the same drape. Bring the pattern into the shop and we will lay a few options side by side so you can see the difference.
Merino wool is soft, elastic, and forgiving, which is why it shows up in so many patterns. Superwash merino like Malabrigo Rios can be machine washed on gentle, a real advantage for gifts. Alpaca is warmer than wool and has beautiful drape, but it is less springy, so it suits relaxed garments and accessories more than fitted ribbing.
Mohair brings halo and lightness, especially when held together with another strand. Linen is crisp, breathable, and perfect for the humid Connecticut summer. Blends such as Berroco Vintage combine easy care with a soft hand. When you are unsure, think about who will wear the piece, how it will be washed, and what season it is for.
Run short on yarn halfway through a sweater and you will learn about dye lots the hard way. Hand-dyed yarns in particular vary from skein to skein, even within one colorway. Buy everything for a garment at once, check that the dye lot numbers match, and consider alternating skeins every few rows for an even result.
Your pattern lists the yardage you need for each size. We are happy to do the math with you, including a little extra for swatching and for a longer body or sleeves.
Crocheters use more yarn than knitters for the same size piece, and stitch definition matters. Smooth, plied yarns show off textured stitches, granny squares, and amigurumi. Washable blends are practical for blankets and baby items. If you crochet, our crochet supply guide covers hooks and notions, and our classes can help you build confidence.
Once your yarn is chosen, the right needles make the work more pleasant. Slick metal tips help with fine and grippy yarns, while wood adds control with slippery fibers. Our knitting supplies guide covers circulars, double-pointed needles, straights, and the small notions that keep projects on track.
Online photos cannot tell you how a yarn feels against your neck or whether a color reads more blue or green in person. Shopping locally means you can touch fiber, ask questions, and leave with a plan. Our shop at 420 Post Road West is close to the Norwalk border, across from Whole Foods, so it is convenient for makers in Westport, Norwalk, Weston, Wilton, Fairfield, and nearby towns.
Prefer to start from home? Our online store shows current inventory with photos, and you can always call or email to confirm a color before you drive over.
Our recent catalog includes Malabrigo Rios, Rasta, and Sock, Berroco Ultra Alpaca and Vintage, Lang Yarns Mohair Luxe and Lace, Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande, and Lana Grossa Solo Lino. Shelves change with the seasons, so check our online store or call before making a special trip for one colorway.
Yes. Bring the pattern on your phone or on paper and we will help you match the weight, fiber, and yardage, or suggest a substitute from what is on the shelf that day. We will also help you think through gauge so the finished piece fits.
Nearly everything we stock works for either craft. Crocheters often prefer smooth, plied yarns like Malabrigo Rios or Berroco Vintage for clear stitch definition, while knitters enjoy the same yarns for sweaters, hats, and blankets.
Our shop at 420 Post Road West sits near the Norwalk border in Westport, across from Whole Foods, so it is a short drive from Norwalk, Weston, and Wilton and an easy trip along the Post Road or I-95 from Fairfield, Darien, and Stamford.
Our Square online store lists current inventory with photos. Availability can change quickly, so if you need a particular color or dye lot, call or email us and we will tell you what we have.
Looking for a particular yarn, weight, or color? Call or email and we will check the shelves for you, or stop by to browse in person and get help choosing yarn for your next project.
We are close to the Norwalk border in Westport, across from Whole Foods. Hours, directions, and parking notes are on our store information page.
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