Welcome to the Hillsborough Yarn Shop.

We specialize in high-quality natural fiber yarns for people who love to hand knit and crochet. We’re set up a little like a shoe department in a department store; there’s a skein or two of every available color and kind of yarn on the shelf, and more in the back if you need it for a bigger project. Please come visit us in downtown historic Hillsborough, North Carolina, to have a cup of tea, knit, relax, and shop!

 Hours:

Open Tuesdays – Saturdays, 11:00 am – 5:30 pm.

Closed Sundays and Mondays.

Upcoming closures:

  • November 22-30 – Thanksgiving break

Where to park? The parking garage next to Weaver Street Market is open to the public, free of charge!

Payments?  We are no longer accepting cash or checks; all credit cards and Apple Pay accepted.

Latest Posts

  • Hello, Riverwalk.

    October 06, 2026: October 2026 marks Hillsborough Yarn Shop’s 20th anniversary, and we’re celebrating with a special colorway – meet Riverwalk, dyed by the fiber geniuses at Fleece Artist / Hand Maiden! Riverwalk is named for a trail here in downtown Hillsborough, just a block or so from our shop. It’s a paved urban greenway that runs along ... [more]

  • Anne’s “Alpine Bloom Hat” in Torzal & Sporty.

    September 29, 2026: Anne recently finished a shop sample showing off one of our newest arrivals, Malabrigo Torzal. “Alpine Bloom Hat” is the pattern, a Scandinavian-inspired design by Caitlin Hunter. Anne paired Torzal with a contrasting solid shade of Ewe Ewe Sporty, a perfect companion in its gauge, washability, and fiber content. Both of these yarns are soft ... [more]

  • Show and tell: lace.

    September 22, 2026: We love seeing what people make with yarn from HYS, and sharing photos of your projects here on the blog. It’s been a busy season for show and tell, so I have a big collection of photos, and among them, some themes have emerged – today’s post is all about lace. Sherri knit this “Accidental ... [more]

  • Bailey’s “Norma Sweater.”

    September 15, 2026: We have a new sample up in the shop, and a new kit to make it – behold Bailey’s latest, the always popular “Norma Sweater.” Though it’s only existed for a couple of years, My Favorite Things’ “Norma Sweater” feels like a classic. Originally released as a part of the Isager Archives Collection, “Norma Sweater” ... [more]

  • Guest post: Katherine on test knitting.

    September 08, 2026: This week, we’re trying something different on the HYS blog, and hosting a guest post from our friend and teacher, Katherine. Enjoy!  If you’ve spent any time at Hillsborough Yarn Shop, you already know what a special place it is. I’ve been a loyal customer for years because I can always count on finding beautiful ... [more]

  • Show and tell: stripes.

    September 01, 2026: Time for another round of show and tell! It’s been a busy season for show and tell, so I have a big collection of photos, and among them, some themes have emerged – today’s projects all feature the humblest color technique: stripes. I love the colors and buttons Marie-France chose for this little “Seaside Set” ... [more]

  • Hello, Biches & Bûches Le Gros Lambswool.

    August 25, 2026: We’re excited to share a new yarn for our shop: meet Biches & Bûches Le Gros Lambswool! Biches & Bûches Le Gros Lambswool: aran weight woolen spun, 2-ply 100% lambswool, made in the UK 210 yards / 100 grams gauge: 16-18 sts = 4″ (10cm) needle size: US 8-9 (5-5.5mm) hand wash cool, lay flat to dry ... [more]