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Ball & Skein is located at 4210 Bridge St in Cambria, CA 93428. Phone: (805) 927-3280

The shop and parking lot entrances are both on Main Street.

We are open EVERY DAY except Tuesdays from 11AM to 4PM...and the online shop is available 24/7!

Free patterns and sale items can always be found near the end of the email!

Speaking of Free - FREE SHIPPING at only $75!

I Love a Yarn Crawl

I had about 1 week to wear some of my favorite cold weather sweaters. But the weather has shifted quickly and it's warm again in Cambria so I'm back to wearing my favorite summer tee knits!

After over a year of planning, the Central Coast Yarn Crawl is nearly here. I'm so excited and I hope you are too! It's going to be fabulous!

There are 8 shops participating this year and a grand prize valued at $700! You will receive a gift at each shop just for showing up as well as another gift with a $10 purchase. The crawl is 3 days...Friday March 6 - 8 and each shop is open from 10AM - 5PM.

Ball & Skein has the added bonus that Heather Wiebe from Smirligans will be at the shop on Saturday March 7th showcasing a few new colorways that celebrate the Central Coast...the sunrises, sunsets, wildflowers, cliffs, and the ocean.

Bold New Cairns Colorways

I just completed my 4th Market Square Bag! This pattern is a such a classic. I fell in love with the new Spring colorways of Cairns and observed how they pair perfectly with the new Duett yarn from Lang.

I chose all of these yarns when I saw their complimentary colorways.

Crochet Your Next Sweater

Crochet Beautiful Sweaters for Every Shape with Simple, Stunning Stitchwork

I was so excited to discover an entire book dedicated to Crocheting Sweaters! Modern Crochet Sweaters by Janine Myska includes 20 gorgeous, brand-new sweater patterns that focus on style, fit and comfort! The patterns are size inclusive ranging from XS to 5XL.

Crocheters of every skill level and body type can craft the timeless sweaters they’ve always longed for. It has never been easier to create beautiful crochet garments that flatter your figure and suit any occasion than with Modern Crochet Sweaters.

The Central Coast Yarn Crawl is March 6 - 8

I'm so excited for the Central Coast Yarn Crawl that starts next Friday March 6th - Sunday March 8th!

All 8 shops will be open from 10AM - 5 PM all 3 days of the crawl. Grab a passport and a free gift just for showing up! And you will receive a custom gift from each shop with a $10 purchase. There are daily raffles from each shop as well as a Grand Prize worth $700 for those who visit all 8 shops!

As a bonus for my shop, I'll be hosting Heather Wiebe from Smirligans at the shop on Saturday March 7th showcasing a few new colorways!

During this three-day fiber extravaganza, you will have the opportunity to visit a variety of local yarn shops, each offering its own distinct charm and selection of premium yarns. From cozy boutique-style stores nestled in the heart of Simi Valley to quaint seaside shops along the Central Coast, there's something for every yarn enthusiast to explore and enjoy.

Remember to "spring forward" on Sunday

March 8th so you don't miss an hour of the excitement!

Strucket - The Strainer / Bucket Combo

Strucket is the Strainer / Bucket that you never knew how much you needed!

How often do I get to use the word portmanteau in a newsletter?!? The word Strucket is a portmanteau of Strainer and Bucket. This new product allows you to easily soak, separate and drain! It uses a patented, world-first interlocking strainer bucket and plug system that offers a user-friendly hands-free experience.

Unfortunately, I'm not able to easily ship these, so they're not available to "Add to Cart" online. But they're in the shop for purchase or you can place a phone order (805-927-3280) for in-store pick-up.

Sale Items

Just added to the Sale Section...Loopy de Loop from Mod Yarns!

Don't miss your chance to grab this ethically sourced, hand-dyed alpaca boucle yarn. It's perfect by itself or held with another yarn.

Find your next treasure in the Sale section! There's a huge selection of yarn, needles and accessories on sale!

Learn a New Skill - Join Us for a Class or Workshop

Sign up now to Learn to Knit the Sailor Slippers...the class starts on Sunday March 1st!

Check out the Class Schedule to figure out which new skill you want to learn:

• Learn to Knit the Sailor Slippers - starts on March 1st 4:15PM (Starts on Sunday and there's room for 6 more learners!)
• Mosaic Colorwork Knitting - Pressed Flowers Cowl - starts on March 14th 9:30 AM (Needs 2 More to Run!)
• Learn to Knit - starts on March 25th 10:30AM (Just Added!)
• Knitting My Colorwork Sweater - starts on April 6th 4:15PM (New Dates!)
• Learn to Crochet - starts on April 11th 9:30AM (Just Added!)

We're Meeting this Weds March 4th for Sip & Stitch

March is upon us and Sip & Stitch is this coming Wednesday March 4th!

This event is FREE and meets in the shop from 4-6PM. We serve wine and tea and snacks during this event.

Course and Wales fine teas are available for sale during this event and online.

Prepare yourself for Sip & Stitch shenanigans!

Friday Fiber Friends Meets Every Week!

Join us in the shop every Friday from 12 - 1:30PM for Community Stitching Fun!

Bring your current project or pick out your next project. Get some help or give some help. There really are no rules!

This event is FREE and does not require advance sign-up.

Patterns!

We have hundreds of patterns available on our web site! As I add the new yarns, I add new patterns for the new yarns. You'll find a variety of free and paid patterns for all stitch gauges for crochet and knit.

Gift Cards

You can never go wrong buying a gift card for the Fiber Enthusiast in your life! Gift cards are redeemable both in-store and online.

Shopper Rewards

Every time you spend $200 you receive a coupon for $15 off that never expires! If you've shopped with us in the past, you are already signed up and your rewards have started accruing automatically. If you are a 1st time shopper, provide your name and email address at checkout and you're enrolled!

Virtual Stitching Group on Thursday Evenings

Shop Hours

The Ball & Skein shop in Cambria is open EVERY DAY except Tuesday from 11AM to 4PM. Closed on Tuesdays...but the online shop is available 24/7!