Border Leather

this is really a yarn shop. When I walked in there were a dozen ladies kibitzing over their knitting circle. No one looked up or offered to help, or said hello. They have some junky ready made leather belts that look as cheap as anything you’d buy from a vendor at the San Ysidro border crossing. They have plenty of yarns and knitting equipment for sale. I’d never return for anything leather from this outfit.
Parking is tough in this neighborhood. I’d skip this joint.

The variety of yarn is beyond belief, and is priced well. I like the friendly staff.

BIG selection of yarn! Very helpful ladies. Also a very cool leather shop. They have knitting & crochet classes for all levels

If I lived closer, this would be my go-​to yarn shop!!! Why? They have an excellent selection of yarn, and the employees/​owners are TOP NOTCH! This store epitomizes caring about their customers. They are THE nicest yarn shop owners EVER!
They have huge variety of yarn. Not a lot of high-​end nor local dyers. But the selection they have… you could spend hours in here!
They have a HUGE selection of needles. If you want a needle, you’ll find it here!
Their leather goods are nice and various as well.
AWESOME customer service. GOOD yarn selection. GREAT needle selection.
I wish I lived close enough for their knitting/​crochet groups. They seem like the people I’d love to knit with. Lots of love for this shop — they’re awesome!
If you’re thinking Chula Vista is too far to go… think again! It’s worth the drive (even from North County)!

I visited the yarn store portion as part of the San Diego Yarn Crawl 2014. Everyone was super friendly the moment I walked into the store. I was asked if I needed help finding something within the first few minutes of browsing. Great customer service! There’s tons of yarn here and lots of variety from price to fiber to colors.
I went into the second room where they had setup their Yarn Crawl tables and got a free little leather coin purse, stitch markers, and my choice of a knit or crochet pattern. I was there on the hour so I was entered into their hourly raffle. I ended up buying the Alpaca Yarn Company’s Passi Shawl kit in a coral gradient. The accompanying pattern is very lovely and so are the colors!
The gentlemen who handled the cash register also gave me a pretty leather heart keychain. Way better than the lame buttons other yarn shops were giving out. I also got a 15% off coupon for my next visit. I work in the area so I’ll definitely be back and look around more in the leather and other yarn section (got sidetracked during this visit half way through the yarn area).

Initially I was excited about this place when I was on the yarn crawl because they offered food and prizes and it was a fun atmosphere. They advertise free classes all day, and I needed a knitting refresher so I drove to Chula Vista (far from my house) to support the shop. I needed needles so I asked about long bamboo and the employee told me to buy short ones instead. I figured she knew best. I asked her to show me some basics and she hurriedly did so then was gone. I had more questions and all the employees were in the back for a UPS delivery. Really disappointing. I left and ended up taking a class at another store (where I got excellent help). That teacher told me my needles were too short. Border Leather does not take returns or exchanges, so now I’m stuck with $ 18 needles I can’t use. I will not be back. The piñata they did for the yarn crawl was awesome though, and they do have good patterns. I asked if they can repair leather items, and they said no. Odd.

This is hands-​down the best specialty yarn store you can find in the Chula Vista area. Other than this place, you really only have the yarn selection at JoAnn, Michael’s, and Walmart to choose from and that’s not too much variety. As soon as you enter, all you can see is yarn along the wall and yarn in shelves throughout the shop. Definitely a great selection to choose from! Some of the brands I’ve purchased here (and would get again) are Plymouth Encore, Berroco Chunky, Ella Rae Seasons, Alpaca Yarn Co. Astral, and Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Grande Hand Dye. Something I’m especially appreciative about is that they will wind your hanks for you (very considerate for those of us without our own winder and swift!). Aside from yarn, they have a nice selection of knitting and crocheting tools and even offer free knitting classes if you purchase from their store. Also, the staff there has always been very friendly, attentive, and helpful as soon as I walk in. Would definitely recommend to fellow yarn addicts and will come back again! :)

Was looking for some knitting supplies and yarn for my wife who promised to knit me a scarf and was turned on to Border Leather & Yarn. Wow, it was an amazing experience, The best service, most unique yarns I’ve seen in all of San Diego and one of the nicest owners (Gloria). There was food, music and such an inviting atmosphere… This is no chain store, it’s a real gem and one not to miss. After buying a killer leather belt, a couple skeins of yarn and a tamale (the tamale was free) I was out of there… Hopefully the wife picks up the knitting otherwise I am going to just adopt Gloria as my mom.

I’ve lived in Chula Vista for a LONG time and have seen Border for years. I’ve never really felt the need to go in until I learned to Knit & Crochet. After failed attempts to find a decent place to get fabric and yarn in San Diego that wasn’t a Wal-​Mart or Micheal’s, I remembered this store! Oh… Let me tell you, this is like a crafter’s heaven. This place is BUSTING with merch. If you don’t find it here, you’re not looking hard enough! When I walked in I was kind of taken back by the shear volume of product in here. I think my exact words were «Woah…epic win!» I have finally found my new FAVORITE yarn and fabric store. And it was only a few blocks from my house the entire time :)

Wow… I know this is a yarn/​fabric store… but I left wanting to write a review so grand that it would garner ROTD status just to get the word out about this place. THAT GOOD!
Back story: My dear little Zoey… the sweetest, most lovable, kiss friendly dog you will ever meet… LOVES to eat couches. I don’t even think Cesar Millan could break her of this habit. So after going to Jo-​Ann Fabrics and a handful of other stores nearby I got referred to UFO to find a match for the ivory leather I was in search of. They did not have a suitable match and referred me to another place nearby. …BORDER
Upon entering Border I was blown away but the amount a yarn selection that they had as well as accessories for knitting and that sort of stuff… I am no expert but it seemed impressive. I then went to the back area (where the fabric is) and was greeted by a small army of Tias knitting and eating at tables… WHOA…I guess they do this every weekend. They were all very nice and INSISTED I not leave until I made myself a plate and took some cookies with me… they didn’t have to insist twice. Holy crap that food was good… but back to the review. One lady helping me took me to the leather remnants area where we sat and dug through piles of pieces. While I didn’t find an exact match… I did get close enough where the difference wouldn’t be instantly recognizable… especially on the side of cushions. They also have a HUGE selection of fabric by the foot/​yard, but the remnants worked better for my purpose. I paid $ 20 (the lady included tax for me) for 2 pounds (they can charge by weight on remnants) of some damn good real leather. SCORE!
Will be back for sure to get any fabric I need… and will make sure to go on a Saturday to get lunch as well!

My favorite yarn store in the area. GINORMOUS selection! The owner is very friendly and always willing to help with yarn selections, pattern/​stitch help. Love this place!

OMG, forgive me Father for I am about to commit adultery on my favorite yarn store in San Diego, The Grove. The Border Leather Corp is the best thing that has happened to Chula Vista’s lack luster indie/​craft culture. This, my friends is a leather store AND yarn store. Yes, it doesn’t have the funky décor and the hipster vibe that many local yarn stores have but this place is as good as The Grove (minus the organic cotton and cashmere selection) and is much better than the yarn at the local suburban craft chains like JoAnn’s and Michael’s. They offer knitting circles most of the day and will help you with any stitch you need to brush up on… cable knitting here I come. A very nice selection of luxury yarns that you would find at Black Sheep and The Grove are here for about the same prices (except that gave me a 15% discount). Come on CV! Get crafty and support your local yarn store (LYS)!

Best place for yarn, EVER !
After visiting this place you will see how cheap and nasty Michael’s and Walmart’s selection of yarn is. Sure it’s not 2.95 for a skien, but it’s reasonable, and the variety of yarn is endless.
The people there are friendly and love to help you should you have any questions.
There are free knitting/​crochet classes, all you have to do is buy the yarn from the store. There is also a looms class.

Surprisingly nice selection of yarn… an unexpected knitting treat.
Now, this isn’t a plush boutique with cushy chairs and a crackling fireplace. The setup is utilitarian and a bit cluttered (right now they’re rearranging the yarn selection, so it is a bit more chaotic than I think the end result will be) but packed to the gills with selection.
There are some great treasures here at reasonable (though not bargain) prices – Noro, Berroco, Alpaca Yarn Co., Araucania, Plymouth, Elsebeth Lavold, and lots more… but be prepared to wade through some… lesser…yarns to spot them. Shelves are arranged by material then weight, so it’s not too hard to come up with what you’re looking for – just don’t be scared away by some of the questionable looking skeins.
There is a very good selection of needles including Addi Turbos, but not much by the way of books /​mags.
Kathy is super friendly and a real asset to this place. I felt genuinely welcomed to Yarn at Border Leather.

I am not basing my review on the leather products this store sells but actually just the yarn selection they have in the store. WOW! There are yarns from all over the place, Italy, England, etc. There is just so much yarn to look at, it’s like being a kid in a candy store. They also carry several varieties of yarn, such as bamboo, organic, alpaca, mohair, angora, you name it, they have it. Great selection and very nice and helpful staff. Definately reccomend this place.