The Wool Shop has been part of Rangiora’s creative heart for many years. It’s a place filled with yarn, colour, and inspiration.
In 2025, we (Rachel and Rod Klaver) became the new owners, taking over from Kath McLeod, who cared for the shop with warmth and energy over the last five years. We’re so grateful for the way she nurtured the store and community, and we’re thrilled to be carrying it forward.
For me (Rachel), this is a pinch-me moment.
Over twenty-five years ago, as an “about-to-be-mum,” I discovered The Wool Shop for the first time. I still remember walking in, ready to choose yarn for my first child. Knitting gave me calm, joy, and hope during a difficult pregnancy, and it has been woven through my life ever since.
Today, The Wool Shop continues to be a welcoming space where you’ll find beautiful yarns, trusted advice, and plenty of inspiration.
Our focus is on keeping the same friendly, supportive atmosphere you know and love, while also building an online community that makes it easy to connect, shop, and create your projects wherever you are.
Our vision is help knitters and crocheters of all stages and budgets find warm welcome and exactly what they need in our store, and online
We are proud of have a small but mighty team of yarn experts to help you (Thanks Jo and Gail and Rebekah!)
At its core, The Wool Shop is about helping people create. From finding the right yarn to sharing finished projects, we’re here for every stage both in store and online.
We can’t wait to see what you’re making.
Rachel & Rod Klaver
The Wool Shop Rangiora