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Woman Knitting

WELCOME TO THISTLE BE PERFECT TOO

What Will You Create?

Thistle Be Perfect Too is Glenville's go to store for knitting and fiber enthusiasts. From Knitting, Crocheting, Needle Felting, Wool Fabrics, Notions, and More, we have something for everyone. Come in and sit and knit with us.  We have The Skirted Soldier Tea that is delicious and always waiting for you to brew.  You can find many of your favorite local artists you know and love from Thistle Be Perfect Artisan Boutique sprinkled through the shop.  We have a wide selection of wools from local Indy Dyers like Fiber Me This and local wool from Battenkill Fibers, we have Plymouth and Cascade Yarns, as well as a blend of yarns that you know and love.  We also feature special wool from Scotland's Knit Rennie and Ginger Twist Studios.  We offer hand dyed embroidery floss from Weeks Dye Works and The Gentle Arts Thread.  We have wool for your stitching and felting projects as well.  Patterns galore from knitting to crocheting to cross stitch and embroidery and more.  

Thistle Be Perfect Too is conveniently located in the Heart of Glenville at Socha Plaza surrounded by local shops, wine, food, clothing, and other great places to visit.  We are located near a garden courtyard with benches for an amazing place to knit outdoors as well.

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OPENING HOURS

Come Visit

Wednesday - Saturday 10-4
Sunday - Tuesday: Closed

Colorful Knitted Print

EVERYTHING WOOL AND FIBERS

You Need It - We’ve Got It

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KNITTING AND CROCHET SUPPLIES

Colorful Yarn Collection

YARNS

PROJECT KITS AND BOOKS

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HAND DYED EMBROIDERY FLOSS

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WOOL APPLIQUE SUPPLIES

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WOOL FELTING

CROSS STITCH, EMBROIDERY AND  PUNCH NEEDLE PATTERNS

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COUNTRY CHIC CHALK PAINT

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Upcoming Events

  • Local Yarn Store Day
    Local Yarn Store Day
    Sat, Apr 27
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Come in for a fun day of yarn, sales, free patterns with purchase, giveaways and more!!!
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  • Learn to Knit
    Learn to Knit
    Wed, Apr 24
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Apr 24, 2024, 4:30 PM EDT
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Apr 24, 2024, 4:30 PM EDT
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Come and learn to knit with Nancy. This is a basic intro class that will get you started on the wonderful world of knitting. You will learn basic stitches that will get you started on a project of your choice. Its a great way to begin and a fun class. Class will be 2 days 4/24 and 5/1 at 4:30pm
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  • Designer Woven Potholder Class
    Designer Woven Potholder Class
    Sat, Apr 20
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Apr 20, 2024, 1:30 PM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Apr 20, 2024, 1:30 PM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    This amazing class will introduce you to weaving!! You will leave the class with an amazing potholder as well as a beautiful wooden spoon from your teacher!! There is even dessert!!!! This class will be held on 4/20 at 1:30pm
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  • Criss Cross Cable Scarf with Helen
    Criss Cross Cable Scarf with Helen
    Sat, Apr 20
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    This amazing cabled scarf is beautiful and can be knit in different weights and fibers. Helen, the designer of the pattern, will be teaching you how to create this beautiful scarf that you can gift or keep for yourself. Once you make one you will not stop!! The class will be held April 20th at 11
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  • Learn to Knit
    Learn to Knit
    Sat, Mar 02
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Mar 02, 2024, 11:00 AM EST
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Mar 02, 2024, 11:00 AM EST
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Come and learn to knit with Nancy. This is a basic intro class that will get you started on the wonderful world of knitting. You will learn basic stitches that will get you started on a project of your choice. Its a great way to begin and a fun class. Class will be 2 days 3/2 and 3/16 at 11 am
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  • Knitted Knockers Class
    Knitted Knockers Class
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 16
    Thistle Be Perfect Too
    Sep 16, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Sep 16, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Thistle Be Perfect Too, 123 Saratoga Rd Building 2 Store 3, Glenville, NY 12302, USA
    Knit for a cause. This will be a free class where we knit "knockers" for breast cancer survivors. Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Class will be held 9/6 and/or 9/16
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CONTACT

123 Saratoga Rd
Building 2 Store 3
Schenectady, NY 12302

518-380-1640

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