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yarns you yearn for

The Yarn Basket, located in historic downtown Portsmouth, has been serving the Seacoast area for over 25 years. We offer a large selection of natural fiber yarns as well as many yarns that are currently so popular for socks, shawls, sweaters and baby items.

We have the latest patterns, books and needles in every size as well as knitting accessories, needle cases and bags. Many models are on display serving as an inspiration for your projects - a fashionable shawl, sweater, hat, mittens or socks. The dedicated staff at the Yarn Basket works hard to provide friendly, knowledgeable service.

Make sure you take a peek at our Yarns & Supplies page, which links to our updated Spring 2008 Yarn List

The Winter 2008 Newsletter has been posted; just click Workshops and follow the link to review the latest yarn news and classes.

Note that Jay, our resident expert, is available on Wednesdays for "The Doctor Is In" class. Kate Henderson is also available Monday evenings.

sweater & scarf samples

samples & yarns

Store Hours:

Mon. - Sat., 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Open Sundays 12:00 - 4:00

children's knit sample

owner with sweater sample