If you knit, crochet or do any other kind of fibre craft in Halifax, L.K. Yarns is a store worth knowing about. It sits in the Hydrostone Market on Young Street in the North End, and the shop describes itself as the largest yarn shop in the area.
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The yarn selection is the main draw. The store carries up to 56 yarn brands, from basic everyday yarns to more luxurious and unusual fibres, in many colours and textures. Two Canadian brands stand out: Briggs & Little, made in New Brunswick, and Fleece Artist, made in Halifax. Customers mention the range of colours in particular, including yarns that work well for felting.
Beyond yarn, you'll find patterns, books, needles, crochet hooks and buttons, along with wooden swifts made locally by hand. The staff are knitters themselves, and that comes through in the help they offer. They can explain how to read a pattern or help you choose the right needles. On Google Maps, the store has a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 109 reviews. Reviewers often mention how friendly and knowledgeable the staff are, and how helpful they are with projects.
The shop also offers lessons and gift certificates, which start at C$7.29. If you can't come in, you can use curbside pick-up or shop online with delivery. The team selects new products on a regular basis.
The store is at 5545 Young Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 1Z7. Some sources list the address as 5525 Young Street, so it's worth checking the website before you head out. The phone number is (902) 431-9633. From downtown, take Barrington Street or Gottingen Street north and turn left onto Young Street. You can also take Robie Street north and turn right onto Young. If you're visiting from the cruise port, a taxi takes about 10 minutes.
The Hydrostone Market is a row of shops and eateries built after the Halifax Explosion of 1917, and Parks Canada has designated it a federal heritage site. It's a pleasant area to walk around, so you can combine a stop at the yarn shop with a look at the other stores.
The regular hours are Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. The store is closed on Sundays and holidays. Some listings mention later closing on certain days, including 6 pm on Thursdays, and say that shopping appointments outside regular hours can be arranged by phone. Calling ahead is the safest way to plan a late visit.
Published Date
28 October 2026
