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Vintage Needlework Fashion Trends of the 1920s
The 1920s marked a dynamic shift in fashion and home crafts, with needlework playing a key role in defining the era's style. Knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and embroidery were not just hobbies but essential parts of everyday life and fashion expression. After World War I, the 1920s were marked by a prosperous post-war economy and the women's liberation movement, including the women's right to vote. It brought about a wave of social freedom, more leisure, and increased cre
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Apr 172 min read


Meet The Shops: The Yarn Patch
W elcome to The Yarn Patch! While our doors first opened in 2006, a new chapter began in 2019 when Heather took the helm. What started as a way to meet new friends through a knit-and-crochet group quickly grew into a passion for fiber arts. That spark of creativity blossomed into a dream of owning her own yarn shop. Since becoming the owner, Heather has transformed The Yarn Patch into something truly special. We now call a beautifully renovated 100-year-old building home, rig
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Apr 92 min read


Meet The Shops: Delta Fibre Arts by The Sewing House
Delta Fibre Arts grew from a lifelong love of fiber and a deep-rooted belief that making by hand matters. After building The Sewing House into two thriving stores, we felt called to create something more elevated — a space dedicated to luxury yarns, indie dyers, and the art of knitting and crochet. What began as a bold next step has become a vibrant community of makers who value craftsmanship, creativity, and connection. As we stitch into 2026, we’re excited to expand our rea
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Apr 62 min read


Meet The Shops: Chattanooga Yarn Company
Chattanooga Yarn Company is Chattanooga’s only Local Yarn Shop, but it’s more than just a store! At Chattanooga Yarn Co, you’ll be at the center of the Chattanooga area’s yarn crafting community. With lots of community events, classes, and fun stuff happening, you’ll soon find out that Chattanooga Yarn Co is a great place to make friends and become part of something larger than yourself or “just” a yarn shop. As lifelong Chattanoogans, we care about the community around us
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Apr 22 min read


Get Your 2026 Great Tennessee Yarn Tour Tickets Before They Sell Out
The 2026 Great Tennessee Yarn Tour is fast approaching, and tickets are now available for purchase through June 1, 2026. If you love yarn, knitting, crocheting, or fiber arts in general, this event is a must-attend. The tour offers a unique opportunity to explore some of Tennessee’s best yarn shops, meet fellow fiber enthusiasts, and discover new materials and techniques. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event before tickets sell out. The Clinch River Yarn C
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Mar 284 min read


2025 Special Recognition: Ava Green
Learn about Ava Green, the lead of our Pattern Team.
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Aug 31, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Shannon Hewitt
Get to know more about designer Shannon Hewitt and her original pattern "A Traveler's Yarn Kerchief."
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Aug 28, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Jennifer Myrick
Get to know more about designer Jennifer Myrick and her design "Stranded But Loving It."
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Aug 27, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Janice Krauser
Get to know more about designer Janice Krauser and her design "Reflections Cowl."
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Aug 26, 20251 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Nickie Fox
Get to know more about designer Nickie Fox and her design Pop & Go Scarf.
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Aug 25, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Raquel Bridgen
Get to know more about designer Raquel Bridgen and her design Pocketful of Posies Cardigan.
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Aug 24, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Kimberly Keaveny
Get to know more about designer Kimberly Keaveny and her Linen Helix Cowl design.
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Aug 23, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Melissa Durko
Get to know more about Melissa and her original sock pattern, BirkenSocks
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Aug 22, 20252 min read


2025 Featured Designer: Stephanie Showalter
Get to know more about a winner of this year's pattern contest, Stephanie Showalter, and her original design, the Adventurous Reader Standing Case
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Aug 21, 20252 min read


Don't Miss: the 2025 GTYT Pattern Contest!
This is the final week to submit your ideas for the 2025 Great Tennessee Yarn Tour Pattern Contest! We started the Pattern Contest in...
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Feb 15, 20252 min read


Last Chance to submit your Tourist Survey!
Good events become great when people share ideas and feedback. YOU, as our Tourists, are what makes the Great Tennessee Yarn Tour a...
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Oct 4, 20241 min read


Don't Miss: Cast On Parties!
You traveled, you toured, you met new friends and found fabulous yarn and notions...now what? If you're having Yarn Tour withdrawal, we...
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Sep 5, 20241 min read


GTYT Final Week: Part Two
Hello Dear Tourists! We are nearing the end of this year's Yarn Tour. We are so thankful for all your support and how you have shown up...
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Aug 28, 20241 min read


2024 Designer Spotlight: Ava Lynne Green
Get to know Ava Lynne Green, this year's Pattern Expert
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Aug 26, 20241 min read


GTYT Final Week: Part One
Check out this week's events at the Great Tennessee Yarn Tour!
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Aug 26, 20241 min read
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