Yarns N More

This shop used to be in a small strip mall just down the road from its current location. It was there for a few years, though I never stopped in because 1) I wasn’t sure if it was actually open or just an old sign, and 2) I tend towards yarn shops with quaint names. (Does this officially make me a yarn snob now?)
Turns out it was my loss for not exploring this gem of a shop sooner! The owner, Nancy, was welcoming and helpful from the moment I walked in the door. She helped me find the needle I was looking for, taking the time to explain the different options and talk about interchangeables with me (she carries Addi and Hiya Hiya). I was thrilled when she assembled a circular to fit my needs, and told me that she’d credit the cost toward a set if I decided I liked it. When I had a minor issue with the cable after going home to knit, she exchanged it for me with no issue.
I have yet to dive into the yarns here, but what I have seen so far is a step above nearby Cornucopia. Not to discredit Cornucopia, they just carry different products, which is great. Cornucopia tends more toward the workhorse yarns that I rely on for baby and kid projects, whereas Yarns N More has the finer yarns I’d seek out for a garment for myself or a special gift. At a glance, there were plenty of options from Rowan and Ella Rae.
Finally, although the space is a bit cramped, there’s a nice sitting area in the front with loads of natural light. Too many yarn shops in the Binghamton/​Ithaca area rely on artificial light, so it’s great to have a space to explore color.
As of January 2014, the shop is open Tues-​Fri (7pm on Tuesday), no weekend hours. The price range leans «pricey» ( Unilocal’s term) for the area, but only because they carry high-​quality products you won’t otherwise find locally.