| A few of our reviews from various online sources for your consideration.... |
| For all you naysayers-First of all, knitting can be expensive, especially if you buy quality yarn that the retailer is excited about. And owner willing to drop everything to help me or give me positive feedback on what I have created. Depending on what you are making and how much yarn you need indicates the cost of your creation which I have learned over time. And yes, sometimes I can get yarn some where else for slightly less of a cost, but the support Amada provides is well worth the price. She recently got me the yarn I needed for my project in 24 hours, well before I expected it, so my hat is off to her, she taught me to knit and has been patient with my mistakes and over eager ways of forgetting steps . My mother in law came here from St Louis and was so jealous she did not have this type of store for herself, well that just says it all! I love this place and appreciate that it is in my town. -Kathleen F. 5/26/11 Yelp |
| Since I discovered Atelier Marin I've fallen in love with knitting again: it's a jewel of a shop. Great care has obviously been taken in the scarf by the ever-talented Amanda, the very professional, knowledgeable and personable owner. It's a friendly, happy place and cozy, too. Amanda and her staff are helpful and full of fun; it seems to me as if someone is always laughing. Although I'm an experienced knitter, I've become a better knitter after taking a few of Amanda's classes. I couldn't believe how many poor knitting habits I had! Atelier Marin is for the knitter who wants to work with only the best and finest of yarns. I highly recommend it. -Nikki M. 5/25/11 Yelp |
| Atelier Marin is a warm, welcoming, wonderful yarn shop with beautiful yarns and amazing helpful employees. I have taken three classes from Amanda, the owner, and she is a fantastic and patient teacher who knows everything there is to know about knitting. In Amanda's eyes, everyone can be a successful knitter. I have been knitting for many years, and every time I take a class from Amanda I learn something new and extremely useful. Join the fun and take a class. Your life with change forever! -Dede G. 3/19/11 Yelp |
| Great yarns - always has something new. Ask for Shelly - she really help me with my sweater I was knitting it was my first. I have been to lots of yarn shops - this is one to check out. Its the worth the drive for me from Napa Valley. -Jo A. 9/4/10 Yelp |
| Amanda, was welcoming and encouraging, so I signed up for her beginning knitting class. Knitting has quickly become a compelling I Amanda is a phenomenal teacher and has a unique ability to put into words the techniques she teaches. Classes have been consistently excellent and also tremendous fun. Amanda and her staff have been uniformly generous with their help when I have dropped in with questions or after making confusing mistakes. The store is beautifully arranged, with samples of projects and yarns, as well as knowledgeable staff, to inspire ideas and help give one the confidence to try something new. -Sheryl R. 9/1/10 Yelp |
| I learned how to knit at Atelier Marin and it was a wonderful experience. I attempted some classes at other places (which shall remain nameless) and the difference in quality of teaching was astounding. I came out of beginning knitting with my first HAT finished (!) and have continued to take class after class. I'm currently working on their Pattern Play Blanket which is kind of crazy seeing as how I started 4 months ago. Thank you Amanda and everyone at Atelier Marin! -Lauren S. 8/13/10 Yelp |
| Just finished the Beginning Knitting class, in order to change from knitting "English" to "Continental" style. Amanda, the owner, is one of she does any particular thing, and knows how to explain clearly and concisely. Students, both beginners and experienced knitters, left feeling supported, encouraged, and wanting more. I love the tranquil feeling in the store, and the predominantly natural-fiber selection of yarns. A couple of problems were graciously and quickly solved in outside-of-class trips to the store to ask questions. I look forward to more classes, and more yarn purchases! (P.S. to Anie T, 10/14/09 reviewer: the prices are ALL posted on the shelves, along with fiber content, yardage, and washing instructions.) -Helen K. 8/4/10 Yelp |
| An absolutely awesome selection of yarns and knitting supplies. The owner, Amanda, is currently helping me knit a 'seamless sweater' and she is a wonderful, patient teacher. -Alexa S. 6/11/10 Yelp |
| In the yarn world where stores come and go, this is one that I sure hope is here forever. I'm a long time knitter and that means I can't or get ideas and help finding the right yarn for a new project. I've always been welcomed the minute I walk in and I've always found lots of great yarn. She has a really great selection. Over the last few years I've taken four or five classes and they'rve been so much fun. who seems to know how to explain everything and help everybody. I love this store! -Elisabeth H. 2/5/09 Yelp |
| This is my favorite yarn store. There is always someone to help me to figure out which yarn to use for my pattern and how much to buy. When I'm stuck and I need I can bring my project in and get help. I have compared prices to other yarn stores and online and found them the comparable. I have taken several classes and found Amanda's teaching methods to be very helpful-including on socks and a seamless sweater! There are many good samples around the store and some give you the pattern with purchase of the yarn- and the patterns are very clear. I had tried to learn to knit for years but never really took off until I found Atelier. -H.Z. 11/9/08 Yelp |
| This pearl of a shop (couldn't resist) combines a first-rate selection of top-quality yarns, books and supplies, with a staff that is steeped in knowledge and enthusiasm. Amanda, the proprietor, is a young and hip woman who can speak "alpaca" as well as she can knit cables and interlac. Plus, she's funny and patient, too. Choose a project and Amanda and her staff will make sure you knit through it like a pro. The classes are a blast, too. One caveat: Once you walk through Atelier's doors you'll be hooked -- in the best way possible. -Donata M 12/5/07 Yelp |
| This great shop has everything you need to indulge your knitting passion! Tons of fun books, a great selection of products, and plenty of helpful staff members to help solve any knitting bind you find yourself in. I've taken several classes at Atelier Marin and can attest to the vast knowledge and seemingly endless patience of the staff, especially the store owner. I'm definitely hooked on knitting, and I have this store to thank for that! -Melissa T. 12/5/07 Yelp |
| This is one of my favorite yarn stores. I feel so lucky to have such an enormous and beautiful store in our area. Going into Atelier Marin is defnintely a kid in a candy shop experience.... I've taken 3 classes, all with the owner Amanda, and really cannot believe how much I've learned. I was a self taught knitter and Amanda has shown me so many new tricks, I am forever grateful! -Jennifer J. 6/5/06 Yelp |
| Atelier Marin is a fantastic yarn store with an incredible selection. The owner, Amanda, is very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. I've have found it. It's nice to have such a lovely store in Marin. Jewels like this are hard to find! -johannab12 12/7/07 Citysearch.com |
| I have been knitting hats and scarves for a couple years now and I love it!!! A couple months ago I decided to check out a yarn store and the yarns are gorgeous and they have so many things knitted up to inspire you. Plus they give you the patterns for free if you want to make something they have hanging up. Very cool.I got to talking with one of the super nice women who works there and she couldn't I have been knitting hats and scarves for a couple years now and I love it!!! A couple months ago I decided to check out a yarn store called Atelier that a couple friends had recommended. I had the best experience and I wanted to tell you all about it. The place beautiful and the yarns are gorgeous and they have so many things knitted up to inspire you. Plus they give you the patterns for free if you want to make something they have hanging up. Very cool.I got to talking with one of the super nice women who works there and she couldn't told me all about the class they teach called Seamless Sweater. She promised that it would make knitting a sweater easy so I signed up and took the class and I am so happy! I made the most beautiful Alpaca cardigan sweater that I wear every day and now I want to make 10 more. Which is good for them because I will probably buy more yarn and take more classes. -Savannah K. 9/15/05 Yellowpages.com |
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| My daughter and I took the beginning knitting class last month and we loved it!! Amanda was so professional and helpful and also so Yahoo to Amanda!! -Denise S. 8/1/11 Yelp |
| I have made two scarfs and purchased my yarn from the San Anselmo store. The different clerks in the store were always helpful and cheerful. I am now taking my first class with Amanda and it has been a real delightful experience. She explains techniques perfectly so that it is very clear. I love her patience and enthusiasm. I am so blessed to have her store so close to where I live. -Arlinda A. 10/15/11 Yelp |
| I have recently completed a workshop and learned how to crochet. Amanda teaches with such enthusiasm and incredible skill. the shop and yarns are beautiful with many sample pieces that have free patterns with yarn purchase. Once when an S.F. resident I frequented the SF Atelier many many times and took classes there. They are wonderful teachers and feel fortunate to have them in the neighborhood! I love shopping for yarn at this store as i did in the SF store. Always something to look forward to knitting up (and crocheting). -Margie M. 11/15/11 Yelp |
| I think this store and the people who work here are wonderful. Amanda is great and a wonderful teacher. I finally feel I can knit and am excited. Her staff is friendly and helpful and the yarn and the projects are very inspiring! We need to support local stores like this! Jane C. 10/18/10 Yelp |
| This is probably the nicest yarn store I've ever been to. The selection is really incredible, everything is displayed beautifully and it's so easy to navigate. I found the staff to be super friendly and inviting. I took beginning knitting here 2 years ago with Amanda and enjoyed it immensely. I was comparing notes with a friend who took another beginners class in Mill Valley and I was shocked at how much more we learned at Atelier. Their class schedule leaves everyone else in the dust! Totally worth it. -Sam B. 9/20/10 Yelp |
| It's always a pleasure to shop at Atelier Marin. What begins as a quick visit often becomes a lengthy stay because time flies when you're having fun. The staff is cheery and helpful; they let me linger as long as I like, whether looking at the beautiful yarns or picking patterns for my next project. During the gloomy weather this summer, I'd go to Atelier on Friday and by Sunday night I'd have a new accessory ready for the fall. Thanks, Amanda! -Alice M. 9/13/10 Yelp |
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