String Theory Yarn Company

Glen Ellyn, United States

4.5

Closed now

14 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 630-469-6085
Website:
stringtheoryyarncompany.com
Address:
477 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
520 ftGlen Ellyn
1.4 miCollege Avenue
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Today

Today 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Glen Ellyn) 04:41 Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Business hours

Monday –
Tuesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description

Specialties

We stock the good stuff. Yarn with impact. Yarn with stories to tell.

Socially Responsible Yarns

Be Sweet, Frog Tree Yarns, Misti Alpaca, Peace Fleece, Manos del Uruguay, Knit Collage, Afghanistan Cashmere

Environmentally Friendly Yarns

Spud & Chloe, Blue Sky Alpaca, Peace Fleece, Stonehedge Fiber Mill, Feederbrook Farm

Artisan Yarns

Malabrigo, Dream in Color, Madelinetosh, Wonderland

Natural Yarns

Rowan, Ewe Ewe, Classic Elite, Shibui, Skacel, Berroco

We offer classes for all ages and experience levels. Our instructors are patient and knowledgeable and make classes fun. Check our website for the latest class schedule.

You are always welcome to come in, hang out and knit for awhile, but if you are looking for company there are informal groups that meet on Tuesday afternoons, Thursday evenings and Friday afternoons.

Meet the Business Owner

Janet A.

Business Owner

People ask me if it was always my dream to open a yarn store. I tell them that it was more like my midlife crisis. In a matter of days I was laid off from my job in corporate training and my brother was killed at the World Trade Center. I decided in my next career I wanted to take a stand for peace.

Through my grief, I discovered that knitting was extremely therapeutic and I wanted to bring this opportunity for personal peace to others, but I also wanted to have an impact globally. So I set out to stock the store with yarn and supplies from companies that were doing their part to make the world a better place. I found many products that were environmentally friendly and socially responsible and wonderful to work with.

We’ve created a community of talented, creative people that are passionate about knitting and crocheting and making a difference. We would love it, if you would join us.

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Janet A. says,

«The yarn store and the book store are right next to each other. Heaven!»

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14 reviews of String Theory Yarn Company

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Place rating: 1
Cranberry Township, PA
I’m in the middle of knitting a blanket, and to save some money I’ve been buying the yarn in bulk online. I went in today and the sales woman very curtly told me they do not spool yarn that isn’t bought there. I even offered to pay to have my yarn spooled and she told me I could do it myself. Pretty obnoxious. Not the way I expect to be treated at a local, neighborhood boutique.
Place rating: 5
Wheaton, IL
I love String Theory. Great place. Super knowledge able and friendly staff. My favorite LYS.
Place rating: 5
Newport, KY
A friend recommend that I check out String Theory when I told her I had a business trip to Glen Ellyn. I’m glad I did. The staff was helpful and courteous. They suggested several appropriate yarns when I told them the project I had in mind. They had a nice selection of both yarn and accessories.
There was some sort of class or knitting group meeting while I was browsing. They sounded like a nice bunch of women who enjoyed their time together. I didn’t try to join in their conversation, but I did have the impression that I would have been welcome. I’ll certainly return if future business takes me back to the area!
Place rating: 5
Marmora, NJ
Drove 20 min out of my way to visit and was not disappointed. They carry Shibui yarn and even wound it for me. Definitely a great vibe, neither snobby or pretentious, just a honest to goodness yarn shop.
I also had my toddler with me, which I’m very conscientious of, but they even had a little boat with interesting toys for kids to check out. Keeps them occupied just long enough for mom to decide on which color…
Place rating: 5
Philadelphia, PA
A must-​visit for yarn crawlers visiting Downeast Maine. Friendly, helpful staff, and beautiful yarn, some (like seiku) that you don’t find in most LYSs.
Place rating: 4
Lisle, IL
I go here every once in a while because my parents live in Wheaton. The staff are always friendly and ask me what i’m working on. They have a good selection of yarn and have been an establishment in the downtown Glen Ellyn area forever.
Place rating: 5
Glen Ellyn, IL
I“m a new knitter and lifetime crocheter. The staff at String Theory helped me select a project that brought my knitting skills to the next level. They understood exactly what type of project I needed, and what kind of yarn I’d be able to work with without getting frustrated. They also suggested classes to help me keep advancing. I’m thrilled to have this resource in our neighborhood.
Place rating: 5
Glen Ellyn, IL
This is a friendly, socially conscious store I would highly recommend. They always find time to help when I run into a problem with a project. The yarn selection is scrumptious!
Place rating: 5
Roselle, IL
My favorite LYS. Super friendly and knowledgeable, no matter who’s behind the counter. Beautiful selection of natural, socially conscious fibers. It’s not cheap, but the prices are fair (and sometimes, there are sale items). And they stock a full range of sizes of Chiagoo Red Lace circular needles! :D
Notions selection is also good. There’s not a huge selection, but the ribbons and buttons from local artisans are beautiful and will surely add that special touch to your next project.
Place rating: 4
Bensenville, IL
Very friendly and knowledgeable.
Place rating: 5
Riverside, IL
I’ve only been to String Theory a couple of times, but after my most recent visit I plan to add them to my regular list of places to increase my yarn hoard. I arrived yesterday deeply frustrated. I had about 3 rows remaining on a project and had made a mistake I had no idea how to fix. One of their super helpful knitting wizards got me out of hot water and back on track. They don’t seem to offer as many classes as other shops, but there is a «make your own class» and «get help» options that are very reasonably priced. I looked a bit at their yarn, they don’t have a lot of the flashy novelty-​type yarns, but do have a good selection including a section of organic yarns. Recommended.
Place rating: 5
Lawrenceville, GA
I wandered into this store not to long after I moved to the area. I wanted to learn how to knit. And really I didn’t know a thing.
The staff at String Theory were fantastic, they helped me pick out what I needed to get started and the shop offers classes to help out knitters at all levels from beginners like me, to people that want to expand their knitting knowledge.
I have been to a couple of other knitting stores since I have started knitting, none of them have had the welcoming atmosphere that String Theory does, and personally I just love the yarns they have.
Bottom line, great store, great staff, great products.
Place rating: 5
Elk Grove Village, IL
This is my new favorite yarn shop! I’ve encountered some snooty shops before, but the ladies here were so helpful and friendly. The selection is marvelous to boot. I could easily spend hours here! The prices were reasonable for the quality of fiber too.
Place rating: 4
Lombard, IL
A good place to spend a pay check on yarn and then have to actually make it into something tangible.
A fab place with a even more fab yarn selection. Its a mini place that jams a whole lot in. They have some of the brightest natural yarns I can find. The colors are super vibrant and unique.
They have an area where people can come on in and just knit or crochet together and get a little help from the owner if she has time Classes are available for beginners and experts.
The best part is that when you take your yarn to pay the lady will ask if you want it wound into a ball, of course I always say yes even though it doesnt matter I just like to watch her do it. They have a nifty lil hand cranked machine thats winds it right up into a perfect ball. Luvs it!