The Blue Purl

Wonderful and welcoming yarn store. My go-to shop recently closed, and I'd been in the Blue Purl a few times before for odds and ends. But I had some issues with the Henley neckline of a sweater I was knitting and Maura sat me right down and helped me through it. She deftly helped me and helped customers at the same time, while checking in with me to see how I was doing. I've never walked in without being asked if I need help or if I'm looking for something in particular - also a big plus. Yarn selection isn't as wide as I would like, but it's still pretty fantastic.

I know absolutely nothing about yarn or knitting. However, I needed to pick up a gift for a friend who is *very* much into it so I dropped by The Blue Purl while visiting Madison. I am very happy I did!

The Blue Purl is a beautiful shop. It looks like you're hanging out in someone's beautiful den (who just happens to LOVE knitting with TONS of yarn on shelves). Here's the brilliant part: The Blue Purl has several preset kits you can buy as gifts. Each one includes all the yarn you will need with a card or paper inside with color photos showing you what the end product will look like. This was *perfect*! I wound up finding a set and it made for a super easy purchase.

One more fun thing: the shop owners will also wind the yarn for you at no additional cost. This is probably old hat for knitters but for me this was a very cool thing to witness so I had some fun too!

I highly recommend The Blue Purl if you need gifts for a knitter or need supplies for yourself.

Love this shop!!!!! Everyone is so talented and caring!! You can't go wrong here!! Very convenient, easy parking you'll LOVE it!

The Blue Purl is, by far, the finest and most sophisticated (and welcoming!) yarn shop in America. Woman-owned and purveyors of unusual, high-quality wool. I've long been a follower of Ms. Bab's, and now I can get it there. Awesome!

I came in this morning since I was in the area and wanted to get a small gift as a thank you to a friend, whom is also a knitter.

Wendy welcomed me within seconds of me walking in, and the atmosphere was incredibly welcoming and warm. Liz, another worker there, was also incredibly friendly and helpful. I was directed to sale bins, patterns, and other areas of expertise, and learned that they hold classes (knit-alongs!) as well as engage their community through a weekly newsletter. Local knitters and creators teach classes here, their patterns are highlighted to support local craftsman, and I cant recommend supporting the Blue Pearl enough - this is the epitome of community!

While I wasn't intending to get anything for myself, I still walked away with everything (and more) that I came in for... and a few new friends.

I'll be back!

When I first came to the Blue Purl - I never knitted before. I did a secret Santa exchange and was getting a gift for a friend.

This shop is beyond welcoming and conscious of your budget. The owners - Patty and Wendy are so kind and helpful, and everyone working there is really nice and knowledgeable. First time I went in there I had no idea what I was looking for, and came in and was basically like help! And they helped me pick out the gift you see below in the second picture.

Now I've started knitting a lot more and they're just really the best. I come in during normal times to bounce off ideas for projects, get help with little mistakes, and just get help with what colors to pick because I'm terrible at it. During corona virus I emailed about getting more yarn, and Wendy FaceTimed me while in the store and helped show what yarn they had and helped me keep what I got as budget friendly.

Normally (non corona virus times) they have a table where you can come in and hang out and knit, and really awesome classes.

the blue purl has such a good environment and community and I would definitely recommend checking it out. You won't regret it.

This yarn shop was so pleasant! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming! The shop Carrie's many big brands, but does also carry some local and regionally died yarns! While the shop was packed the employees made sure to give every customer attention and assistance when they needed it. If I'm ever out this way I will definitely stop by again!

My son needed a gift for his girlfriend who loves to knit. Of course I recommend going to a local store and supporting them during this time. Well he went in with no clue what to do or get and the lovely ladies there guided him. He now has a really special gift picked out to send along with instructions and some extras. Thank you Kathleen & Wendy for helping the lost soul who ever were your store this past weekend.

I live in Westfield. While there are several yarn stores that are closer, I think this is the best store around! Definitely worth a drive. Friendly, helpful staff, and great selection of yarns..lots of high end, beautiful projects, but everything is not a small fortune. I'm a believer in patronizing stores that treat you well ..for me, this is it!

My wife loves this store! The new management took a good store and made it great! Super friendly service, better store hours... you can feel the extra special service the minute you call them or pay a visit. The friendliest knitting store in the area

Such a great place- I walked in and met Wendy. I am a beginner knitter and did not understand Purl stitch Wendy showed me and asked how I was doing.
I went to another shop nearby and was not welcomed at all by the owner.
Blue purl is a gray find and I will be back