yarn

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Inside, there’s a great mix of yarn, art supplies, and classes if you’re feeling inspired.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

At a time when our right to protest is under siege, this sci-fi yarn exalts the way an individual’s conviction can plant seeds of change, leading to a stronger sense of community.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Thought to be made from a cattle femur, this decorated Anglo-Saxon spindle whorl, used to provide weight while spinning yarn, was unearthed from farmland near Bishopstone, Buckinghamshire.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Other yarn stores, like Starlight Knitting Society, in Portland, Oregon, posted assurances for worried customers: Yes, we have red yarn.

From Slate • Jan. 29, 2026

One side was wrapped with yarn to make the finger hole smaller, so it wouldn’t slip off.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn