Join Us For Our 2026 "Mountains To The Sea" North Carolina Yarn Tour!
Tour Our Entire Beautiful State to Find Your Perfect Yarn!
Mark your calendar and check back often for details!
check out the maps and Plan Your Tour...Mountain, Piedmont and Coastal Shops!
MOUNTAIN SHOPS HERE!
PIEDMONT SHOPS HERE!
COASTAL SHOPS HERE!
MEET OUR PIEDMONT SHOPS PARTICIPATING!
FEARLESS FIBERS
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Fearless Fibers brings together fiber arts, designers, farmers, dyers and artists in partnership to inspire creativity, education, fiber therapy and outreach while building communities of support and learning. Here we believe fiber is the beginning of the journey to self and your path to a life filled with purpose.
Come visit us at 3540 Clemmons Rd, Suite 010, Clemmons, NC 27012. We’re located at the back of the Historic Broyhill Building. We can’t wait to take you on your journey and help you along your fiber travels. Visit the website by clicking on the logo.
CHARLOTTE YARN
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Creativity thrives in community — and that’s what Charlotte Yarn is all about. In the heart of Charlotte, NC, our shop welcomes knitters, crocheters, weavers, and spinners of all levels.
Explore our curated selection of quality yarns, tools, and locally dyed yarns, or join a class to learn, connect, and create. Charlotte Yarn isn’t just a shop — it’s a place to belong. Visit the website by clicking on the logo.
ESPECIALLY FOR EWE
ESPECIALLY FOR EWE
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Welcome to a truly unique fiber experience in Youngsville, NC! As a multi-generational family business, we invite you to experience the full journey of fiber—from the raw fleece to your finished project. We combine our Artisan Fiber Mill, specializing in custom, small-batch processing of alpaca, wool, and other fibers, with our cozy Fiber Arts Studio & Shop. Stop by to find the unique yarns spun right here, explore our curated selection of supplies, and join our friendly community for hands-on workshops in felting, spinning, weaving, and more. Come share our passion and craft your next treasured piece with us!
THE COZY SKEIN
ESPECIALLY FOR EWE
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Local yarn shop carrying local and international yarns
CRIBLEMAN ALPACAS & FIBER ARTS STUDIO
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As a small fiber arts studio and Indy dyer, I specialize in producing luxurious alpaca yarns, often blended with silk and merino wool, and hand dyeing the yarn into beautiful colorways. These make gorgeous knit, crochet and woven garments.
I also specialize in weaving distinctive hand-woven scarves, shawls and household items with Tencel, bamboo, cotton, linen, silk and alpaca.
For the Mountain's-to-the-Sea Yarn Tour I will have Assigned Pooling yarn; sock kits and shawl kits as well as batts for the hand spinner. Participants will receive a 10% discount on all purchases.
HILLSBOROUGH YARN SHOP
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HYS specializes in high-quality natural fiber yarns for people who love to hand knit and crochet. We’re set up a little like a shoe department in a department store; there’s a skein or two of every available color and kind of yarn on the shelf, and more in the back if you need it for a bigger project. Please come visit us in downtown historic Hillsborough, North Carolina, to knit, relax, and shop!
MORE PIEDMONT SHOPS PARTICIPATING!
STUDIO 256
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Studio 256 The Yarn Shop is a cozy, welcoming local yarn store where creativity and community come together. We curate a beautiful selection of yarn, notions, bags, needles, and hooks — sourcing from trusted vendors as well as local makers.
Beyond our shelves, we offer hands-on lessons, workshops, and makealongs for all skill levels, helping knitters and crocheters learn new techniques, gain confidence, and connect with fellow crafters. Whether you’re just starting out, refining your skills, or searching for the perfect skein, our team is here to guide you.
TANGLES ON MAIN
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Offering boutique yarns for knitting and crochet and other needle crafting such as felting weaving and spinning. We attempt to have all price points and gauge represented. Open friendly atmosphere hopefully that draws people in. Located in historic downtown Waxhaw just 25 minutes from Charlotte Our little downtown has lots of shopping and restaurants available to suit everyone.
YARN PARLOR
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Yarn Parlor is a super-friendly yarn shop with a great selection of yarns and colors! We carry several workhorse yarns with a good supply of the extra special yarns!
TWO DACHSHUND FARM
TWO DACHSHUND FARM
TWO DACHSHUND FARM
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We are a small, working fiber and lavender agritourism farm. We offer walking, educational farm tours to school and community groups, host special events, and provide a farm stay through AirBnB. We have a farm store where we showcase fiber from our alpacas, llamas, Angora goats, and sheep. We highlight the beautiful craftsmanship and artistry of local artists and hand-crafters as well as fair trade items from Peru.
MEET THE MOUNTAIN SHOPS PARTICIPATING!
UNWOUND YARN, CRAFTS & GIFTS
TOUR DISCOUNT 5-15%:
Unwound Yarn is a welcoming yarn store near Boone, NC, located in West Jefferson. We offer a wide selection of high-quality yarns, knitting and crochet kits, and all the tools you need to bring your creative projects to life.
Our shelves are stocked with alpaca, wool, cotton, and blended yarns in a variety of colors and textures. In addition to supplies, we provide patterns, needles, hooks, and accessories for every level of crafter.
As a fiber arts store near Boone, NC, we also host classes and workshops to help you learn new techniques, meet fellow crafters, and grow your skills in a friendly, inspiring environment.
Visit Unwound Yarn today to explore our collection, get expert guidance, and enjoy a space dedicated to creativity and fiber arts.
ASHEVILLE HOMECRAFTS
Your source for handcrafted wearables and fiber arts supplies since 2002!
FRIENDS AND FIBERWORKS
We are off the beaten path located on our farm in a 4000 square foot building, a fully stocked yarn shop. Enjoy the sheep and llamas in the pasture. Rocking chairs outside and a fabulous seating area inside. Daily sit & stitch as well as classes on selected days. We feature diverse selections of yarn, from laceweight to ultra bulky. And offer expert product advice, creative inspiration, project support, and personalized service.
BRIAR PATCH FIBRE CO
Small yarn cafe located within an artisan village. House dyed yarns along with some mill yarns. Locally roasted coffee served any way you like it!
MEET THE COASTAL SHOPS PARTICIPATING!
COASTAL PURL
TOUR DISCOUNT: 10%
Coastal Purl is a LYS in Elizabeth City that features a wide variety of quality yarn and notions, some locally produced by area artisans. You're welcome to bring a project and settle in to our comfortable seating areas to visit with other knitters and crocheters. Shop is fully accessible as is parking right in front of the shop. You can grab lunch downtown and eat it at one of Elizabeth City's waterfront parks, then come spend a relaxing afternoon with us!
PEACEFUL MAKING
TOUR DISCOUNT: 10%
From the Beach to your home – Maker’s Fiber, Yarn, Supplies, Classes, and Retreats
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North Carolina Yarn Tour 2026
278 Brooks Cove Road, Candler, NC, USA
This Tour is organized by: lisa@friendsandfiberworks.com 828-633-2500
