Hobby House Needlework
Hobby House Needlework is a specialty needlework shop at Northfield Common carrying needlepoint canvases, threads, finishing supplies, and the expertise to help you use them. One of those shops that has served a dedicated community of craft enthusiasts in Pittsford and greater Rochester for years — the kind of place where the staff can answer any question about your project and usually does.
Overview
Hobby House Needleworks is a specialty needlework shop located at 50 State Street in Pittsford, NY, within the Northfield Common complex. Founded by Kathy Mills, who started the business out of a lifelong passion for cross-stitching, the shop serves the stitching community across Pittsford and greater Rochester. The business operates both a physical storefront and an online shop, and is a designated stop on the NY Fiber Trail — a network of fiber arts shops across New York State.
In addition to the core needlework offerings, Hobby House has expanded into related divisions: Hobby House Quilt Works (quilting fabrics, patterns, and notions) and Hobby House Wool Works (wool fabric and roving), all accessible under one umbrella.
What They Offer
The shop carries a broad selection of needlework supplies organized across several categories:
- Cross stitch patterns from numerous designers, sorted by theme
- Hand-dyed linens, aida cloth, and evenweave fabrics in various counts
- Cotton and silk floss, specialty fibers, and threads from multiple brands
- Needlepoint canvases and finishing supplies
- Tools and accessories including needles, scissors, frames, hoops, and lighting
- Beads, buttons, and trims
- Punch needle kits, stamped cross stitch, and embroidery materials
The quilting division stocks cotton fabrics, batiks, pre-cut bundles (charm packs, jelly rolls, fat quarters), quilting patterns, and tools including AccuQuilt cutters. The shop also runs subscription clubs, mystery box offerings, and block-of-the-month programs.
Store hours are Monday through Friday 10 AM–5 PM (Wednesday until 7 PM) and Saturday 10 AM–3 PM.
Known For
Hobby House Needleworks is known as a full-service fiber arts destination with hands-on expertise — the kind of independent shop where staff can guide stitchers through project selection, fabric choices, and finishing techniques. Its inclusion on the NY Fiber Trail positions it as a regional draw for visiting needlework enthusiasts, not just a local resource. The combination of cross stitch, needlepoint, quilting, and wool supplies under one roof makes it relatively uncommon among specialty shops that typically focus on a single craft.
Location & Neighborhood
The shop sits within Northfield Common at 50 State Street in the Village of Pittsford, a walkable area along the historic Erie Canal. The neighborhood offers easy access to the canal towpath for walking and cycling, and Schoen Place — a row of shops and restaurants along the water — is nearby. Dining options within steps of the shop include Label 7 Napa Eatery & Bar and Olive's Greek Taverna. The Sam Patch replica packet boat offers canal cruises from the area, and Towpath Bike provides bicycle rentals for exploring the trail. The Del Monte Lodge sits less than half a mile away for visitors coming from out of town.
Sources used in compiling this entry
chamberofcommerce.com·hobbyhouseneedleworks.com·nyfibertrail.com