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| Decision field | Open accessQuiltMapGlobalRemove | Open accessKnitting & Crochet Guild Local Yarn ShopsUnited Kingdom · Europe & MediterraneanRemove |
|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | ||
| Primary job | Choose materials | Choose materials |
| Also useful for | No additional job recorded | No additional job recorded |
| Area | Materials | Yarn |
| Best for | Finding quilt-material sellers and adjacent quilting services by country or map | Finding a UK local yarn shop and the services it says it offers |
| Know before using | Coverage is quilting-specific and uneven by country; businesses can pay for enhanced features, and community or owner updates do not verify inventory, service quality, hours, or availability. | The directory depends on participating shops and submitted updates, so it is not a complete retail census; confirm opening hours, access, stock, discounts, classes, and ordering options directly. |
| Practical access | ||
| For | Makers | Makers |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | United Kingdom · Europe & Mediterranean |
| Access | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Directory | Directory |
| Source type | First-party platform | Industry organization |
| Source and review | ||
| What the source establishes | QuiltMap describes free public search and free basic listings, community submissions and claims, and country routes covering North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and Australia. | The guild publishes a public map and lists shops by UK region, identifies member discounts, and provides a form for shops to join or correct an existing entry. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 11, 2027 | Jan 12, 2027 |
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