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Make time for a Great British Yarn Crawl

The Great British Yarn Crawl is back.This year it runs from Saturday 13 April to Sunday 30 June.For anyone who loves visiting a yarn shop, it couldn’t be easier to take part. A real treat and a great excuse for a yarnie road trip. You’ll be able to pick up a Yarn Crawl card from… Continue reading Make time for a Great British Yarn Crawl

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Knit in Public Day 2023

Worldwide Knit in Public day is on Saturday 10 June. We’re big fans of this international celebration of yarn crafts when knitters (and crocheters) gather outdoors or in public spaces to make together. And we’re delighted to see some of our premium shop members (and yarn crawl participants) taking part too. The Craft Cabin, PontyPool… Continue reading Knit in Public Day 2023

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Sign our petition to support yarn shops

The UK Hand Knitting Association has written to the Prime Minister to urge him to recognise the vital role craft and yarn shops provide supporting mental health and well-being to the country and citizens and designate them as essential retail. The UK’s yarn shops need your help at this time of crisis, just as they… Continue reading Sign our petition to support yarn shops