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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. 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 $100!

We're OPEN All Memorial Day Weekend!

We're Open all holiday weekend...drop by and say hello and buy some yarn!

And speaking of being open...starting in June, Ball & Skein will be open 7 days a week again! I've been so fortunate to hire some wonderful students from Cuesta College who are excited to spend more time with you in the shop this summer!

Last Friday, I spent my time at a Build It in a Day Workshop for the Cambria Scarecrow Festival. I cannot believe that we were able to create my Beverly Shop Dog scarecrow for the annual festival. Thanks Birgitta, Christine and Sylvia for this artistic creation!

This week I'm sharing some new yarns from HiKoo, hair claws from Peach Fuzz, and new hot books!

Birgitta, Christine, & I created our new Beverly Scarecrow for the annual Cambria Scarecrow Festival!

New from HiKoo...Rylie and Madrona DK

The moment I touched Rylie from HiKoo, I knew I needed to make something beautiful with it! Rylie is a Sport-weight luxury yarn that combines soft Baby Alpaca, glimmery Mulberry Silk and luscious Linen. It is dyed in soft pastels, beachy brights and glowing neutrals. I plan to cast on the Long Island Iced Tee this weekend!

I have always loved the feel and drape of the combination of Alpaca, Merino, and Bamboo in the Madrona DK yarn...and now it's also available in Madrona DK Tweeds! I may need to make another Blank Canvas Tee using one of the Beautiful Tweeds!

Hot Books Now and to Pre-Order

At H+H, I was able to sample and preview several new books as well as order some recent bestsellers. Here are some highlights...

Math for Knitters by Kate Atherley is your key to pattern freedom and it's available now! Are you tired of avoiding patterns because they don’t exactly match your yarn or measurements? This practical guide transforms intimidating knitting calculations into simple arithmetic anyone can master. Learn to confidently substitute yarns without running short or wasting money. Kate Atherley breaks down complex concepts into bite-sized, approachable steps.

Craft Without Pain is launching in early June! I met Dr. Andrea Lui during her book signing and am hoping I can bring her to the West Coast for a book signing or workshop sometime soon! This practical guide offers targeted advice to understanding the physical strains of crafting and how to prevent them — so you can keep doing what you love without discomfort or injury.

Patty Lyons’ Knitting ER is a one-of-a-kind reference packed with step-by-step repair tutorials, clever solutions, and insider tips for rescuing knits at any stage — from dropped stitches to post-bind-off regrets. With a playful medical theme and clear illustrations throughout, this book is your emergency room for all yarn-related accidents. Pre-order yours now for the October 2026 launch!

Available Now!

Shipping Early June!

Shipping October 2026!

Crafty Hair Claws from Peach Fuzz

At Ball & Skein, we are Equal Opportunity Crafters! Knitting is my primary crafty obsession, but I still dabble in sewing and quilting. I've expanded my Crafty Hair Claw offerings to include Sewing and Quilting! These clips are too adorable to not wear in your hair!

Spring Shawl MAL Updates

Congratulations to Doreen Dignam for completing her gorgeous completed shawl for the Spring Shawl MAL!

There are still 5 more weeks in this MAL...so there's plenty of time to cast on and complete a shawl if you want to participate and be entered into the drawing for the $100 Gift Certificate!

I'm not normally a "Shawl Gal", but I've been inspired by you all and the Spring Shawl MAL. I completed Beachy Keen by Melanie Berg in a Cambria Fingering Bundle and Alegria and am in love with the results. The pattern was a lot of fun and I loved working with my beautiful Cambria braid!

Beachy Keen in a Cambria Fingering Bundle and Alegria

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

I'm planning now for classes in July - September. Send me an email if there's a class you'd like me to offer! I hope to share online class offerings in the next few weeks.

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

• Learn to Knit Drop-In Session - every Sunday from 4 - 5PM (Advance Sign-up Required!)
• Learn to Knit a Lace Patterned Vest - starts on Jun 17, 2026 4:15 pm (6 Spots Available!)

Sale Items

Time is running out to enjoy 20% OFF Cozy Cashmere Yarns! The sale ends on May 30th.

Several of your favorite yarns from Manos del Uruguay have remained on sale even after the March Manos Madness sale ended. Discounted Alpaca Heather, Cabrito, Cardo, Clasica, Marina, and Serena are still available until I run out of them!

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

Next Sip & Stitch is Wednesday June 3rd!

We're back to the regular 1st Wednesday Sip & Stitch schedule on June 3rd from 4-6PM.

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.

Sip & Stitch Shenanigans!

Friday Fiber Friends Meets Every Week!

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

From April 17th - June 26th, we'll be sharing this time with the Spring Shawl MAL Stitchers.

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 on non-sale items 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!