Lifestyle and Special Interests
Crafts -Sewing, Quilting, Needlework, Beading
Greater Cleveland/Akron has a thriving arts & crafts scene, with many local boutique shops specializing in connecting those with a hands on passion for needlework, quilting, jewelry making and more. Shops offer products, classes, teachers and local maker markets. Here are some of our favorite local shops to explore:
Knitting Shops
East Side
Fine PointsSpecializes in an array of unique, yarns, clothing and notions
The Artful YarnA boutique yarn shop with knit clubs and more
West Side
River Color StudioA shop for yarn, needles, hooks and accessories
Small Studio ProductionsWonderful resource for yarn and book artists.…
Quilting and Fabric
Northeast Ohio Regional Quilt Council
Promotes the fine art of quilting, quilt shops and quilt teachers to raise public awareness of the art form of quilting
East
In Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood. A boutique cloth merchant
A quaint and friendly quilt shop dedicated to supplying quality quilting fabrics, patterns, books, and notions
Large fabric selection, patchwork or quilting, classes and much more
West
Since 1938 specializes in drapery, upholstery, custom
Fabrics, patterns, sewing and machines for all your needs
Quilter services provided along with all the fabrics, notions and threads for your projects.
Candy Apple Quilts and Embroidery
Techniques to help you in your next project or completed projects if you are not a quilter.
South, Akron, Canton
All day sew, one day a…
Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Sewing, Beads
East
Family-owned sewing and craft shop, including sewing machines, repair and classes
Wool and Willow Needlepoint Shop
Largest needlepoint shop in Northeast Ohio
Unique beads, metals, stone, glass and more
West
Family-owned sewing and craft shop, including sewing machines, repair and classes
Full-Service Cross-stich shop
A great selection of gemstones, jewelry, incense, beads, and more
South, Akron, Canton
Embroidery and redwork, sewing and quilting supplies and classes
Locally owned cross stitch shop offering patterns, threads and fabric
Offers many types of beads as well as tools. They are “more than just beads”.
Knitting
Yarn Discovery Tour
An annual event, for 3 weeks, beginning after Labor Day to shop, win prizes and support locally owned shops. A great way to explore the participating stores.
