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The friendly yarn shop serving East San Diego County and beyond since 2007.

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Did you know that you can come in for a knitting or crochet class any time during regular business hours? All you need to do is call for an appointment – 619-460-9276. By making an appointment, you will experience one-on-one instruction. You work at your own pace and skill level, in a stress-free environment.

We are also happy to help you pick out a project that is appropriate to your skill level that will take you to the next level so you can continue to learn at your own pace.

Is there a child in your life who is 8 or 9 years or older and wants to learn to knit or crochet? Saturday mornings from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon is reserved for children under the age of 14 years old. All children under the age of 14 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult or guardian.

For just $25 you will receive up to two hours of patient instruction. The class fee is per person, per class. Sorry, no discounts for multiple family members or friends taking the class at the same time.

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What’s in a Pattern?

Have you ever wondered what it takes to create a knitting or crochet pattern? Maybe you've wondered why some patterns are free an others are not? Have you ever gotten a pattern and found mistakes? And, why are there all those different ways of creating new stitches?...

Stitching Up Our History

The recent women’s marches and their symbolic knitted hats are not the first, or last, time women have used knitting and other needle crafts as a means of political participation. In the USA, there is a long history of women taking up their needles to further a political agenda. Read our most recent post to learn more!

Nifty Tricks – Dropped Stitches

By far the most sought-after request for help we get is how to pick up dropped stitches. Hardly a day goes by that someone doesn't walk through the door with a look of panic on her face! While a dropped stitch can certainly seem like the end of the world, in most...

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Daily Classes

Did you know that you can come in for a knitting or crochet class any time during regular business hours? That’s right! Instructors are available daily to help you with your project and teach you new skills. You work at your own pace and skill level and we meet you where you are!

Our experienced instructors are also happy to help you pick out a project that is appropriate to your skill level that will take you to the next level so you can continue to learn.

Does your son or daughter want to learn to knit or crochet? We are happy to teach them.

For just $25 you will receive up to two hours of help and instruction – and you’ll meet some friendly fiber enthusiasts who are also looking to improve their skills.

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