I've been to Knit New York several times to meet up with friends. It's pretty convenient given it's proximity to Union Sq and they have great hours. It has a nice variety of yarns which are pricey but some things are on sale. The price of needles are a bit ridiculous. Needles that are $5 at Pearl Paint are $11 at this place. It's a nice trendy spot to grab a coffee and knit but I think they must be doing something to the nice salespeople because they keep disappearing. There were a few girls that were really nice and helpful but they aren't there anymore. I've had encounters with the manager and owner and they aren't the most professional. They dress like they've just rolled out of bed and they would ridicule or reprimand the sales girls in front of customers. They really don't seem interested in helping people at all, and even talk badly about customers after they leave. The place isn't that big, you can hear everything. \r
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If they keep driving away the good people and all that's left is those two to deal with, then I won't be going there much anymore. Whatever they are doing wrong, they need to get their act together.
Pros: good yarn selection, convenient location
Cons: poor management with bad attitudes
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