About Riverside Yarns
Located in the heart of the River District in downtown Owen Sound, Ontario, Riverside Yarns has been a gathering place for fibre lovers, makers, and curious beginners for nearly 20 years.
Since opening its doors in 2006, this little yarn shop has become a true community staple, a place to share projects, swap stories, and get happily lost in colour and texture.
We offer a thoughtfully curated selection of yarns and notions, with something for every budget and every level of experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned fibre artist or picking up needles for the very first time, you’ll find friendly support, zero judgement, and plenty of encouragement here.
Riverside Yarns is proudly carried forward by its fourth set of owners, who are deeply committed to honouring the shop’s long history while continuing to nurture the creative, welcoming spirit it has always been known for.
We see ourselves as caretakers of a well-loved space, focused on community, creativity, and keeping this little yarn shop thriving for many years to come.
We’d love for you to stop by, say hello, and become part of the Riverside Yarns community!
In-Store Hours
Wednesday–Friday | 11 am – 6 pm
Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm
Community Stitches
Join us in-store for relaxed, drop-in stitching time:
Wednesdays | 1–3 pm
Saturdays | 1–3 pm
All are welcome! This is a casual time to gather with other makers, meet new folks, share what you’re working on, and enjoy some stitching together.
Bring whatever you’re working on or pick up a skein in store to start a new project!
Our store is situated within the Territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations.
We further give thanks to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, known collectively as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation,
as the traditional keepers of this land.