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Spring at the yarn store is a time of renewed creativity and inspiration with the arrival of new yarns to experiment with. As the weather warms and the days grow longer, knitters and crocheters alike are drawn to the vibrant colors and luxurious textures that line the shelves of their favorite stores. From lightweight cottons perfect for breezy shawls to cozy merinos begging to be transformed into warm sweaters, the possibilities seem endless. With each skein of yarn comes the potential for a new creation, a new challenge, and a new way to unleash one's creativity. As creative free minds we can appreciate the artistry and skill required to master the craft of knitting or crocheting, and find solace in the meditative rhythm of creating something beautiful with our hands. Spring at the yarn store offers us a welcomed respite from our daily pursuits, allowing us to reconnect with our artistic side and find joy in the simple act of making something from nothing.
Spring also brings the excitment of the PNW Yarn Crawl as well as the larger LYS Yarn Tour, both coming up in May.
Keep reading for more information on restocks, new classes, Sit n Stitch, and maybe a new MKAL!
Happy Spring
Lisa, Cindy, & Mary
Heart2Heart will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 20th 2025.
How are your YARNOPOLY skills??
Want to find out?? Join us for the PNW Yarn Crawl this May 1-4, 2025.
10 shops to visit, free patterns, discount on featured yarns, daily raffles, fun bags, meet new people, see new patterns, the options are endless!
Planning your route for the Pacific Northwest Yarn Crawl is essential to ensure you get the most out of the event. Make sure to prioritize which shops you want to visit first and map out the most efficient way to get to each of them. Once you have your route planned, don't forget to bring along your passport and get it stamped at each shop you visit. This is not only a fun way to track your progress, but also makes you eligible for some awesome prizes. So grab your friends, hit the road, and enjoy exploring all the amazing yarn shops the PNW has to offer!
Check out the PNW Yarn Crawl ideas and rules here.
Print PNW Yarn Crawl passport
Community Chest
Donate a non-perishable food item or a self-care item and you will receive one extra entry into the daily drawing. A ticket will be put into our daily drawing and also into our drawing for the big door prize drawing at the end of the crawl. (One extra entry per person per shop per day)
See Crawl Guide for a list of recommended items.
LYS Tour
(Local Yarn Shop Tour)
May 14-19, 2025
The LYS Yarn Tour is an exciting event where yarn enthusiasts can visit 25 different shops to explore and shop for yarn. Each day there are daily prizes to be won, adding to the fun and excitement of the tour. It's important to check the ferry schedule to make sure you can visit all the shops on your list without any transportation issues. The tour is a great opportunity to discover new yarn shops, connect with fellow yarn lovers, and potentially win some cool prizes along the way.
Passports are a bit different this year! We have them as a full booklet, with each yarn shop sorted out into regions! We have included our sponors, doodle pages and don't forget the page for all your stamps!
DON'T FORGET - stamps aren't the only way to win! Every single shop will have a daily drawing every day of the Tour, too, so make sure you fill out each shop’s form to get entered for your chance to win a limited-edition Daily Drawing tote bag filled with fabulous prizes from sponsors and member shops.
Download the passport here for the LYS Tour May 14-19th, 2025
Have you seen the wall of National Park Hat Kits?
It's simply amazing. A huge shout out to Nicole Moe for all the work she put into knitting 63 National Park Hats!
Cindy has done a phenomanal job of keeping up with making the hat kits. She has just restocked a huge amount of kits. Find them on the book shelf in the baskets with their correspondeing letter.
With Easter coming up in April, we have decided to only hold two classes.
There will not be any classes in May due to the Yarn Crawls.
Watch for the June newsletter for scheduled classes.
Discover the magical art of needle felting! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll learn the basics of transforming fluffy wool into adorable 3D creations. We'll cover essential techniques, including how to shape, blend colors, and add details. By the end of the class, you'll have created your own charming felted Easter Egg to take home. No prior experience is necessary – just bring your creativity!
Cost: $ 85.00
$85.00
Dive into the world of sock knitting with the Magic Loop technique! This class will guide you through the process of creating a top-down sock, from casting on to finishing the toe. We'll focus on: Setting up the Magic Loop. Knitting the ribbing and leg. Shaping the heel flap and turning the heel. Creating the gusset. Knitting the foot and shaping the toe. Learn tips and tricks for achieving a perfect fit and avoiding common pitfalls. This class is ideal for knitters who are comfortable with basic knitting skills and ready to tackle sock knitting.
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