We Love What We Do!

April 21, 2025

In this issue: Featured Article Upcoming Classes and Events Shop News The Tip Jar Contact info

LYS Day Celebrates Our Love of Stitching!

Local yarn stores (LYS) offer supplies & instruction, plus act as a social hub for the fiber community. However, LYS are a relatively recent concept. For most of the 20^th century, department stores were the place to get yarn because they had needlework departments. Successful needlework departments featured instruction & support, plus they acted as a social hub, just like today’s LYS. In 1955, a department store employee said, "you’ve got to really like your job", but y'all have heard us say that we love what we do!

This Saturday, April 26, is LYS Day! We’re celebrating our collective (meaning all y’all’s) creativity, craftsmanship, & community. It’s a day dedicated to the small businesses that bring fiber enthusiasts together, offering unique yarns, expert advice, & a welcoming space to learn and share. Whether you’re a knitter, crocheter or other kind of stitcher, a beginner or expert, LYS Day is your chance to connect with others who share your love of yarn.

We want to thank y’all for your support, so come see us on LYS Day. We’ll have a variety of giveaways, plus hometown dyer Bad Frog Yarn will be with us. Watch our social media (@YarnivoreSA on FB/Insta) for details on our giveaways!

Stitch on!

-Caryn & the Yarnivore Crew

Coming Attractions!

Local Yarn Shop Day, including Bad Frog Yarn! Saturday, April 26
Friday, 5/9: Friday Night Craving – Feed Your Need for Stitching!
Saturday, 5/10 Zorn Trunk Show

Classes
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Space is limited & sign-ups close a week before class begins, so sign up now! Class fees due at time of registration. You can find all available classes on our Calendar. n for more dates.) Don't forget: You get a 10% discount on class supplies that you purchase from us!

Beginning Crochet with Suzy! NEW, weekdays!
Learn to crochet with Suzy! You'll learn the four basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet) and the skills to do them well. Class is two 2-hour sessions. Minimum age: 10 years.
Thursday April 24 & May 1, noon - 4 seats available

Beginning Crochet with Moses
Get started crocheting with Moses! You'll learn the four basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet) and the skills to do them well. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Saturday April 26 & May 3, 1pm - 4 seats available

Knitting Workshop with Wendy - Masks Required -
Come knit with Wendy! This is for knitters of any skill level with any kind of project! Learn with others in a friendly, supportive environment! Each class is one 2-hour session.

Knitting Workshop with Wendy - Mondays - Masks Required -
Monday April 28, 2pm - 6 seats available (See class description for more dates.)

Knitting Workshop with Suzy
Bring your projects and questions; Suzy will answer your questions and will break down the principles involved so that everyone can learn! Each class is one 2-hour session.

Tuesday April 29, 12 pm - 3 seats available (See class description for more dates.)

Hooker Helpdesk with Moses - Masks Appreciated, but not required
Come pick Moses' brain in this workshop-style class. Get some helpful tips to make your hook happy and your project beautiful! Each class is one 2-hour session.
Saturday May 10, 1 pm - 4 seats available

Intermediate Crochet - Basic Hat with Moses - Masks Appreciated, but not required
Take the next step in your crochet journey! Take the next step in your crochet journey! You'll learn to design a basic hat and then how toincrease and decrease (intentionally!) while you crochet it. Class is two 2-hour sessions.

Saturday May 24 & 31, 1 pm - 4 seats available

Shop News - LYS Day Limited Editions!

Check out these LYS Day limited edition notions from two of our fave makers: Katrinkles 2" Gauge Ruler, LYS Day Stitch Markers (ring or pin style), & Bag Fob in the shape of a Yarn Heart. From Twice Sheared Sheep, we have their classic Storage Tin with a LYS design. Get 'em while we got 'em! These items just arrived, along with a bunch of other Katrinkles & Twice Sheared Sheep goodies.

Private Lessons
Learn 1x1 or in small groups with your choice of project or technique! One-on-one (one student, one teacher) Personal lessons are $25/hour & group private lessons are $15/person per hour. Visit us in-store or call 210-979-8255 to schedule. Fees due at time of scheduling.

The Tip Jar: Caring for Hand-Dyed Yarn

Hand-dyed yarn is usually made in small batches by indie dyers (like Bad Frog Yarn!). Even if the yarn is made of superwash wool (often considered machine washable), we recommend you hand wash your finished item. Why? Hand-dyed yarn is often made from premium fiber, so it can be more delicate than mass manufactured yarns. Machine washing typically includes agitation and spinning, which can stretch or abrade the fiber. Handwashing in a bowl/pot/sink with cool water & rinseless wool wash will help you ensure your project stays beautiful!

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To keep up with our activities & real time announcements, please follow us on social media, @YarnivoreSA on Facebook & Insta.

If you have a question for one of our teachers, you can email us at yarnivoresa@gmail.com.