Yarn Store That's 'A Rare And Special Place' Gets Best Of 2025 Nod

NORWALK, CT — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Norwalk through our Best of 2025 series.

This story was submitted by Michael Small, who nominated Jean's Closet. To share your own Best of 2025 nomination, click here to answer a few questions, and we’ll take it from there.

Who or what are you nominating for Best of 2025?

Jean's Closet

How did this person, place or experience make a difference in your life or community this year?

This yarn and gift store, run by a Norwalk resident, is a rare and special place. Aside from selling amazing yarns for knitters, there's a wide selection of handmade gifts. Plus, Jean beautifully repairs knitted clothing at a very reasonable price.

What would you like everyone in town to know about your nominee?

When you walk into Jean's store, she makes you feel like you're in the home of an old friend. She helps give growing Norwalk a small-town feeling.

If you could tell them one thing, what would it be?

Thank you for helping to make Norwalk a great place to live.

What’s something you love most about your town or community?

The diversity! Every age, ethnic group, and income level lives in Norwalk, and we show that diverse Americans can be great neighbors to each other.

We want to hear from you, too! Is there a restaurant, a contractor, a business, a person — even a place — that’s your pick for Best of 2025? Click here to answer a few questions, and your story could be featured on Patch.

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