The Yarn Bank

08/09/2026

This evenings Drop Spindle class went wonderful. Dale was exceptional and the students were great.

08/06/2026

August Newsletter

Bring on the yarn-y summer vibes!
Keep calm and crochet / knit in the AC!

We just received some New Cotton yarn - yarn for socks- 7 colors - 58% cotton and 38% Polyamide and 4% PBT and recycled cotton for dish cloths - 9 colors - 85% cotton and 15% Polyester.

Malabrigo Day 2026 is October 24, 2026. Please add the date to your calendar. More information to follow about the upcoming event.

Malabrigo Yarn will introduce their new colors for the fall and a couple new blends in Sport weight.

We are pleased to be able to introduce a couple of their new yarn weights, Brisa and Torzal, that are designed to showcase their classic colorways from a fresh new perspective. A 2 ply DK/Sport weight in superwash merino. We are planning on having a few of these new colors and weights in September.

The Great Northern Yarn Haul 2026 was a lot of fun. It was wonderful to meet all the new customers and to work with our current customers who always make our day. Thanks to everyone who participated. The winner of the Yarn Banks drawing from all that signed in at the store was Durella. We will contact her this week to let her know.

Discover St J Final Friday continues August 28th. We offer pom-pom making, button spinners, and crocheted bracelets. Dale Crocker will hold an amazing spinning demonstration. We look forward to the last Discover St J Final Friday on August 28th.

Store Sample Raffle to support the St Johnsbury Food Banks

Thanks to all those that bought tickets on the Final Friday in July we were able to donate $36.00 to the Kingdom Kitchen North Church. The winner for the July Raffle was Kayla. We have contacted her. The final raffle will be held in August and the lucky winner will be notified on September 2nd. Wouldn’t you love to win a project made by one of your Yarn Bank Friends?

Hat Donations:

The Yarn Bank is collecting knitted and crocheted warm winter hats, in both adult and child sizes, to benefit the hungry and homeless. These items will be distributed to those in need via St J Food Shelves and meal sites. If you have any questions, please contact Edith at The Yarn Bank by calling 802-748-2265.

Spinning Class ($35)

We’re excited to offer Dale’s final Drop Spindle class for the year September 5th from 4PM to 6 PM. We are grateful for all those that signed up for the class in the past. For those that signed up, a reminder the August class will be held from 4pm to 6pm on Saturday the 8th of August.

Classes ($20)

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher* Class Hours: 4-6 PM

Call (802-748-2265) to sign up for the class or email ([email protected]) to let us know the class and date that you would like to attend. Any suggestions for classes are gladly welcome, please let us know.

Dates: Tuesday: August 4th Saturday: August 1st and 22nd
Tuesday: September 1st Saturday: September 12th and 26th

*Student’s choice–whatever knitters and crocheters need–whether brand new or advanced. Learn how to knit or crochet! Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique (including those we teach in topic classes), or work on modifying a pattern for a different yarn or gauge. You’ll find an encouraging environment and a nice time hanging out with fellow crafters

Sayings for Knitters and Crocheters

Who needs a social life when you can stay home and knit and crochet?

If I count it just one more time, maybe the number will be right!

Terms

“DK” weight yarn – “Knitting” yarn is an old term for fi*****ng weight, so DK yarn is knitting weight yarn held
double.

CnC (Critter and Crochet) – your cat or dog launching an ambush on your ball of yarn.

Reminders

The Yarn Bank co-owners, Edith and Louise, are available to answer questions and help select patterns, yarn, and accessories to start you on your new project! Join us at the table to share projects, knitting and crocheting techniques, and have fun!

We continue to add pictures of projects at The Yarn Bank Gallery. Please continue to bring in projects to share! We love seeing everyone's creative ideas and projects.

07/30/2026

We are pleased to announce the arrival of our new cotton yarn collection from King Cole, featuring 7 vibrant colors for sock production, comprising 58% cotton, 38% Polyamide, and 4% PBT. Additionally, our dish cloth yarn is available in 9 colors, boasting a composition of 85% cotton and 15% Polyester. To showcase the quality of these yarns, there is a sample bag made from the dish cloth cotton and a sock on display. The yarn is so soft.

07/02/2026

The many different color braids from Yarn and Soul. 5 skeins 200 yards each. Or purchase individual colors.

07/02/2026

Correction on the date listing of the classes within the newsletter.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher
*This is students’ choice–whatever knitters and crocheters need–whether brand new or advanced. Learn how to knit or crochet! Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique including those we teach in topic classes), or work on modifying a pattern for a different yarn or gauge. You’ll find an encouraging environment and a nice time hanging out with fellow crafters.
Class Dates
All classes 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
July - Tuesday 7
July - Saturday 18
August – Tuesday 4th
August - Saturday 1, 22
September – Tuesday 1
September – Saturday 12, 26

07/01/2026

July Newsletter, 2026

The Yarn Bank will be open on Saturday, July 4th from 10 am to 2 pm!

The Great Northern Yarn Haul 2026 is returning for the month of July. There are 26 stores in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine participating. Start at The Yarn Bank to get a passport and the 11th Annual GNYH bag, available with purchases of $20.00 or you can purchase the bag for $10.00. And, choose a small gift with each purchase over $30.

Lykke Swifts are now available at the store. We continue to have your favorite yarn and accessories as well as new colors.

Discover St J Final Friday on June 26th was a great success. We offered pom-pom making, button spinners, and crocheted bracelets. (To the young man who asked for a blue bracelet, it is at the store for you.) Dale Crocker gave spinning demonstrations that were fun to watch.
We look forward to the next Discover St J Final Fridays on July 31st and August 28th. Raffles to support the St Johnsbury Food Banks We have a winner for the first Raffle drawn on June 26th! The winner for the Last Friday of the Month Raffle for July was Michelle # 6450651. Raffles will continue to be held on the Final Friday in July, and August. The Yarn Bank will sell tickets to win your choice of one of our R-marked store samples. It may be a hat, cowl, shawl, or sweater! Tickets are 6 for $5 or 1 for $1 (cash only, please) or you can give a donation to the Food Bank of your choice. We will be giving the funds from the raffle to the following food banks here in St Johnsbury – Kingdom Kitchen at North Church, Mustard Soup Kitchen on Eastern Avenue, and NECKA. Stop in and check out the samples that will be available during the Raffle.
New Spinning Class We’re excited to offer a second Drop Spindle class with Dale Crocker. Sign up for the August 8th Drop spindle class – there are still openings. The class will be held from 4pm to 6pm. There are drop spindles and fiber available for purchase. The class fee is $35.00.

Classes ($20) Call (802-748-2265) to sign up for the class or email ([email protected]) to let us know the class and date that you would like to attend. Any suggestions for classes are gladly welcome, please let us know.
Knit and Crochet with a Teacher* Class Hours: 4-6 PM
Dates: Tuesdays: Jul 7 and Aug 4
Saturday: July 13, 27, Aug 1, 22
*Student’s choice–whatever knitters and crocheters need–whether brand new or advanced. Learn how to knit or crochet! Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique (including those we teach in topic classes), or work on modifying a pattern for a different yarn or gauge. You’ll find an encouraging environment and a nice time hanging out with fellow crafters.

Sayings for Knitters and Crocheters
“Just one more row!” – The knitter’s (and crocheter’s!) ultimate (and famously false) promise before going to bed.
If I count it just one more time, maybe the number will be right!
Move over reality. This is a job for yarn!
Terms
Knitflix / Knitflixing – the act of binge-watching TV shows while knitting, usually with a 90% chance of making a mistake.
Castonitis – the uncontrollable urge to cast on a new project, even though you already have six on the needles.

The Yarn Bank 375 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury 802-748-2265 Final Fridays! ​June 26, July 31 & August 28 5pm – 8pm, Street Fair & Gallery Stroll We’ve got fun activities planned for this summer’s Final Fridays and we’ll be open until 7:00 or later! Come join Louise for kid-friendly activiti...

06/29/2026

Celebrating 11 Years of Yarn and Fiber

Great Northern Yarn Haul starts the 1st of July and runs to 31 July.
Come check the listing of the 26 stores that will be participating.
Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

06/13/2026

Mr Owl is visiting the Yarn Bank before he leaves for Maine in July.

06/13/2026

Come join us.