Based in Auckland and delivering across New Zealand, we’re a local knitting shop with a national reach, trusted for tools, yarns, and everything in between.
We’ve stocked everything you need to get started, stay inspired, or pick up where you left off. Our knitting range is practical, well-made, and chosen with real knitters in mind.
Yarn & Wool: From warm alpaca wool to merino blends, our wool and yarn collection comes in every colour, weight, and texture. Whether it’s chunky, lightweight, DK or something in between, we’ve got the right fibre for the job.
Knitting Needles: We’ve got single-pointed needles for classic knitting, circular for seamless work, double-pointed for smaller rounds, and sets designed to streamline your toolkit.
Accessories: Our knitting accessories range covers all the helpful extras, including stitch markers, cables, hardware, and more. Ideal for organising, measuring, or just making life easier between stitches.
We’re more than just a knitting store; we’re a family-run hub built by makers, for makers. With over 15 years behind us, The Ribbon Rose blends small-shop service with an impressively wide reach:
Expert advice: Our team knits, crochets, and crafts, so when you ask about needle sizes or pattern advice, you're talking to someone who actually gets it.
An Extensive range: From beginner kits to niche fibres and tools, we stock over 100,000 products across all needlecrafts, all ready to ship from our Auckland base.
Fast, reliable delivery NZ-wide: Orders are packed with care and shipped quickly, so your next project isn’t stuck in limbo.
Easy to shop, online and off: Browse with ease thanks to our intuitive website layout, or take a virtual stroll through our Auckland store from wherever you are.
Family-owned and proudly local: Run by the Forlong family across two generations, we’re committed to supporting New Zealand’s creative community with top-quality tools and a personal touch.
Browse our full knitting range below and enjoy quick delivery straight from Auckland. Need help choosing the right tools or yarn? Get in touch, our team’s always happy to help
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