About Hoop

Hoop is an independent yarn shop founded by Vanessa and run together with her husband William from the historic Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Leeds.

Our passion is discovering beautiful natural fibre yarns and bringing together a carefully curated collection from Britain's finest producers and leading yarn makers from around the world. Alongside our yarns, you'll find premium knitting and crochet tools, thoughtfully chosen accessories, and a warm welcome for makers of every skill level.

We believe that every project begins with inspiration, and we're here to help you find the perfect yarn, learn new skills, and enjoy the creativity and community that make knitting and crochet so rewarding.

Every product we stock has been carefully chosen because we genuinely love working with it and believe it deserves a place on our shelves.

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Hoop at Sunny Bank Mills

A Destination Yarn Shop in Yorkshire

Step into a world of colour, creativity and inspiration at Hoop Knit an independent yarn shop set within the beautifully restored Victorian spinning and weaving mill at Sunny Bank Mills in Farsley, Leeds.

More than just a yarn shop, Hoop has become a destination for knitters and crocheters from across Yorkshire and beyond. Whether you're planning a dedicated yarn-buying trip or enjoying a day out at Sunny Bank Mills, you'll discover an inspiring collection of carefully chosen natural fibre yarns, beautiful accessories and expert advice.

Explore one of Yorkshire's finest selections of premium yarns, including Schoppel Wolle, Lang Yarns, Sandnes Garn, BC Garn, Hjertegarn, Baa Ram Ewe, Garthenor, Mrs Moon and many more. Alongside our yarns, you'll find thoughtfully curated knitting needles, crochet hooks, project bags and accessories from some of the world's leading makers.

What truly makes Hoop special is our welcoming community. We believe a great yarn shop should inspire creativity, encourage learning and bring people together. From complete beginners to experienced knitters and crocheters, everyone is welcome to relax, browse, ask questions and share their love of making.

Our programme of workshops, classes and social knitting groups continues to grow, making Hoop not just a place to shop, but a creative hub for makers across Yorkshire.

Whether you're visiting from Leeds, Bradford, Harrogate, York, Huddersfield or further afield, we look forward to welcoming you to Hoop at Sunny Bank Mills.

New at Hoop

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Vanessa is knitting...

Emily neckerchief by Lang Yarns

I’m still knitting neckerchiefs.. they’re such useful little knits aren’t they,  but this one is a bit special.

It’s a new Lang Yarns pattern and yarn... Cashmere Extra Lace.

This yarn is a super fine, 100% Cashmere. It’s cobweb thin and really delicate so you can use it for heirloom wedding shawls,

or use it as a companion yarn instead of mohair or alpaca for luxurious softness

or you can hold 2 strands together to knit this triangular scarf.

This is unbelievably light and soft, it really needs to be squished to be believed.

Cashmere Extra Lace