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4/21/2025 0 Comments 10 Years of Cornbread and Honey !Celebrate with us on LYS Day!  I cannot believe it's been 10 years since I started dyeing. So much has happened in 10 years. 10 years ago I was looking for a distraction. Most people would have looked at my life then and say why??? I had 5 children and was pregnant with a 6th. But my best friend Basil was dying and I was heartbroken. I had seen some beautiful yarn on Etsy and I thought I could do that. After lots of research and trial and error, I did just that. I really wanted to dye yarn for my crochet projects. I didn't anticipate people wanting to buy what I dyed but they did.
 18 months ago I took a large leap and opened a yarn shop. We had no yarn shops in our area and no shops close. We had crafters with no LYS. I also wanted my house back. The yarn dyeing had taken over my whole house and the garage. Some of my kids had never seen our house without the yarn. It was time for a major change. Cornbread and Honey Yarn Apothecary was born! Over the past 18 months I have added new products from lots of your favorite brands including our own cold processed soap and our lotion bars but Cornbread and Honey hand dyed is the heart and the core of what I do. I still do tons of trunk shows and a few festivals but you'll see everything when you walk in the doors. You'll be able to see what I do on a daily basis. I have a working shop where I do everything right in front of you from dyeing, twisting, tagging, winding yarn for customers, packing trunk shows, packaging items, computer work and much more.  Our Fiber Addicts group meets 3x a week. Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. I have lots of crocheters and of course knitters. We love meeting new people so come and craft with us. Our shop is completely inclusive. Bring whatever brand yarn you want, bring whatever craft you want, be yourself when you come in because you will see me being me. There is also an amazing gluten free bakery next door...just saying. To celebrate our 10 years of dyeing I have curated 4 advent boxes for this year. Our theme is Life's a Beach. The 4 boxes are Seashell, Beach Lighthouse, Island Summer and Blue Lagoon.  You can find the Advents here... https://www.cornbreadandhoney.com/store/p1467/2025advent.html Keep a watch for those savings code for the advent all year long. I can't wait for you to see our shop! Our regular hours are:
Wednesday 11am-4pm Friday 11am-4pm Saturday 11am-4pm Sunday 11am-3pm I will have extended hours during the YDT. I am available by appointment on my closed days. Please send me an email at [email protected] or call 440.667.4362 to schedule your visit. We can also host your retreat groups as well. I'm so excited to see you on our first Yarn Discovery Tour. I'll see you soon! Tanya Hynes Cornbread and Honey Find us on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky @CornbreadandHoney www.cornbreadandhoney.com [email protected]
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4/15/2025 0 Comments Happy Birthday To Ewe!For Ewe Turns Three  The Journey: My Grandma taught me how to crochet when I was five. Being creative became my destiny. When I wasn’t playing with a hook and string, I was playing actual strings – I started playing violin at age 8. On a chance encounter with a lady knitting on a crowded bus, I expanded my sticks and strings repertoire even further. Here I was: an 11 year old bi-craftual violinist, ready to take on the world. Life brought on many changes as I grew up, but sticks and strings were a constant. I had a professional performing and teaching career in music for 35+ years. Marriage and children were in the mix as well and many times knitting ebbed and flowed around my busy life. And then my mom got sick. I knit to stay busy. I knit to relax. I knit to keep the fear of losing her at bay. I knit at her bedside as she left me. And then I knit my way through my grief for a whole year – 52 projects worth. Knitting saved my life and changed me forever.
The Dream: One day after a really bad day at a job I knew I should leave, I mused aloud about opening a yarn shop. Six months later I lost my job. Nine months later we were in the middle of a global pandemic. Sounds like the perfect time to start a small business, right? Actually, it was. I had time to think, take business classes, and make plans. And dream. Lots of time to dream. From all that came For Ewe 1.0 in our original location.
  For Ewe: an Inclusive Fiber Community
For Ewe 2.0: Growing Bigger In July of 2024, we left our cozy little 400 square foot space – and those prohibitive stairs to the second floor – and moved into a beautiful ground floor location. This meant more room to expand our inventory, our community, and our vision. What’s next? More education programs, more special guests and events, and more community building and outreach. We look forward to teaching another generation of new crafters as we continue to bring new products to seasoned yarnies. Our Favorite Things All around the shop we have samples to showcase our yarn selection and inspire folks to create new and exciting projects. Here are a few of our favorites:
We are so happy to be part of the Yarn Discovery Tour and its group of independently owned and operated Local Yarn Shops. Each shop is unique and wonderful in its own way. For Ewe is still a new kid on this block, looking up to the big kids. As we celebrate three full years in business, we look forward to welcoming you into the shop and helping you find your next favorite project. Until then, Keep It Crafty, Y’all. Share & follow For any inquiries, please contact: Lisa Whitfield [email protected] for-ewe.com Facebook.com/forewecommunity Instagram.com/for_ewe Submitted by Lisa W. from For Ewe
Why Your YDT Adventure Starts at Bare Naked Wools Hi there! We're Bare Naked Wools, and if you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about coming to the Yarn Discovery Tour (YDT) this year. Or maybe you’ve never heard of the YDT, and that’s exactly why we’re here—to convince you why it’s the yarn extravaganza you don’t want to miss in 2025! And, most importantly, why you should visit our Bare Naked Wools shop!  Bare Naked Wools yarn shop. First of all, yes, we KNIT NAKED. How? Bare Naked Wools is all about keeping it real with 100% natural, undyed yarn. No chemicals, no superwash—just fresh, high-quality yarn straight from farm to table... or in this case, to needles (or hooks, if that’s your jam).  "Knit Naked” Zipper pull bag. Click photo to purchase! We’re not just serving up gorgeous yarn—we’ve got knitting patterns galore, all designed by Anne Hanson, the founder of Bare Naked Wools and designer of Knitspot, the creative force behind everything you see on our website and in our shop. With over 600 patterns (and counting!), there’s no shortage of inspiration. So when you visit the shop, prepare to be dazzled and inspired for your next project!  Anne Hanson showcasing her Soft Outlines design, knit with luxurious Bluefaced Leicester wool (Blues Singer DK) But that’s just the beginning! Aside from our Bare Naked Wools collection, we offer an entire world of woolly goodness from breeds all over the globe—especially in our Barn Box Subscription (cue the “oohs” and “ahhs”). With the Barn Box, you can discover new and rare breeds every other month.  November Barn Box (New Zealand Sport) We’re based in Canton, OH—yep, home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame—but we promise we’re more about wool touchdowns than football touchdowns. Whether you shop online or visit our cozy shop in person, trust us, there’s plenty of yarn magic happening here! Although we’re all about 100% natural yarns, we occasionally throw in some “Special Edition” hand-dyed colored yarns—so you might just spot a pop of color here and there, paired with the perfect design to match! Now, while the Yarn Discovery Tour doesn’t kick off until September, there are plenty of reasons to visit us again and again. With spring in full swing, we're swapping out winter cozies for lightweight, breezy designs and fresh, season-perfect yarns. Plus, we’ve got new designs and special edition yarns coming soon—so who knows if they'll still be here once the YDT starts!  Our Special Edition Valentine's Day Kit set! And trust us, there’s more to do in Canton than you think. Make a whole day out of it! Hit up other craft shops like the Artist Gallery (just 10 minutes from us), unwind at Gervasi Vineyard with amazing food and wine. Need a caffeine fix? Walkie Talkie is our go-to coffee and dessert spot. And if you’re after a killer sandwich, Deli Ohio is hands down our fave deli. (Don’t worry, we’ll even hand you a printed list of all the must-see spots when you stop by. We've got your perfect Canton day planned!)  Olivia wearing the Dark Roast smock outside our favorite coffee shop–Walkie Talkie! Alright, now that we’ve covered everything, let’s give you a sneak peek of what our customers are obsessed with right now! Here are a few designs our knitters are loving, and now it’s your turn to check them out, too!
There’s so much more to explore on our website! You can also subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates on new yarns, fresh designs, and special promos we offer every weekend!
PLUS, when you sign up for our newsletter, you’ll get a BOGO deal on any Knitspot knitting pattern! We can’t wait for you to visit our shop! Our regular hours are:
(We'll have extended hours during the YDT.) We’re also available by appointment on our closed days—just email us at [email protected] or call us at 330-453-7867 to schedule your visit! A Labor of Love and Creativity At The Artful Yarn, we believe that creativity and community go hand in hand. Over the years, our cozy shop has been a gathering place for fiber arts enthusiasts, where the tik of needles and the vibrant hues of yarn help inspire your next project. Recently, we embarked on an exciting journey to refresh and revitalize our shop, transforming it into an even more welcoming and inspiring space for our customers. We closed the shop to take the time update the paint on the walls, put down new carpet, and reimagine the layout of the shop. Every day we open the shop we’re still excited to have these new colors and layout greet us. Our goal with the layout was to create a space that was not only visually appealing, but also functional and easy to navigate. Shelves were rearranged, displays were reimagined, and The Loop has been updated for you to come in and work on your project or get some help. The new layout encourages exploration, making it easier for customers to discover hidden gems and find inspiration for their next project.  The transformation of The Artful Yarn has been a true labor of love. We have spent countless hours brainstorming, planning, and executing our vision, always keeping our customers’ needs and desires at the forefront of our minds. Throughout the process, we have been inspired by the creativity and passion of our community. Seeing the joy on our customers’ faces as they discover the new space has been incredibly rewarding, and it reminds us why we do what we do. The Artful Yarn is more than just a store; it is a place where friendships are forged, skills are shared, and creativity is celebrated. We are thrilled to invite you to come and experience the refreshed Artful Yarn for yourself. Whether you’re a longtime customer or a first-time visitor, we can’t wait to share our new space with you. Join us in The Loop with your project, browse our new yarns, and let your imagination run wild. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful customers for their continued support. Your enthusiasm and creativity inspire us every day, and we are honored to be a part of your knitting journey. The Artful Yarn’s refresh is a celebration of our community, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We look forward to welcoming you to our newly refreshed shop and continuing to share the joy of knitting and crochet with you. See you soon at The Artful Yarn!  Submitted by Tiffany P from The Artful Yarn
3/11/2025 0 Comments Spring is here this week!If you live in northeast Ohio, you probably already know the phrase "if you don't like the weather, wait 10 minutes". And boy, has that been true lately! We've had balmy 60 degree days followed by snow and wind. It's hard to know if you need a jacket, a shovel, sunglasses, or a vacation! While I can't deny that the weather has an impact on my crafting choices, I will admit that I rarely knit or crochet something during the season I would be utilizing it. It doesn't help that I'm not a terribly fast knitter or crocheter, and I am not project monogamous. At the moment I've got two cardigans in progress, one knit, one crochet; a mohair cowl; and a blanket shawl. There are other smaller lingering projects, but these are my primary WIPs and the ones I'm most excited about. Are any of these appropriate for spring or summer?? NO! But will I keep plodding away on them! You bet. Hopefully at least one sweater will be done by the time I need it? On the left, my on-going, never-ending mohair cowl! It's literally just a knit tube that will eventually be folded back on itself. I will then have to graft over 100 stitches together. Ugh! At the moment it is a nicely mindless project. Small, portable, never have to refer to the pattern. Win! (the color is slightly more interesting in person depending on the light) On the right, an FO that was a fun mashup, both in yarn and craft. I used two GE yarns held together: Eleri (silk/wool) along with Baby Silk Cloud (silk/alpaca). The majority of the hat was crocheted top down. I wanted a more elastic brim, and a friend suggested I just pick up the stitches and knit, so that's what I did! I'm so pleased with how it turned out. Submitted by Gwen B, Gwen Erin Natural Fibers
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