Knit Nottingham
Award-winning yarn shop offering affordable yarns, needles, patterns, and workshops both in-store and online.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
* | £60.0k | Seed | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Related Content
Knit Nottingham is a local yarn shop (LYS) located in Nottingham, UK, specializing in knitting and crochet supplies. The business operates as a brick-and-mortar retail store and also maintains an online shop, catering to a community of knitting and crochet enthusiasts.
Founded in May 2010 by Eleanor Cole, the shop was established to provide a dedicated space for the local knitting community. It offers a curated selection of products including yarns from various brands, knitting needles, crochet hooks, patterns, and other accessories known as notions. In addition to retail sales, Knit Nottingham generates revenue by hosting a variety of workshops and classes for different skill levels, covering techniques in both knitting and crochet.
The shop has received multiple accolades, including several British Knitting Awards, which has helped solidify its reputation within the UK's crafting community. It serves individual customers, from beginners to experienced crafters, providing both materials and educational opportunities to support their hobbies. The business model combines direct-to-consumer retail sales with service-based income from its educational workshops.
Keywords: yarn retail, knitting supplies, crochet store, craft workshops, local yarn shop, knitting patterns, notions, craft education, haberdashery, artisan crafts