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THREAD: Some of you asked a while ago abt recommended #Blackowned yarn stores. It took me a while, but I've compiled a list to start. Also included IG accounts you can follow. Stores ship worldwide. Bookmark this! #craftistorians #BlackOwnedBusiness #blacklivesmatter

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AT Haynes House Yarns has almost 150 yarn choices. The colors are GORGEOUS. You may have to wait up to 2 weeks but it'll be worth it. https://athayneshouseyarns.com/

Follow owner Terri Haynes here on IG: https://www.instagram.com/at.haynes.house.yarns/ 1/

Lolabean yarn sells yarn, shirts, mugs, pins & other accessories that'll make great gifts. The store name was rebranded aftr owner Adella's baby girl was born. So cute!

https://www.lolabeanyarnco.com/

Follow Adella on IG here to see colors she's working on: https://www.instagram.com/lolabeanyarnco/ 2/

Adella and Lolabean yarn is also featured in this article because of her "craftivism" which has become an integral part of her business. 3/ https://twitter.com/ISASaxonists/status/1320178760705073158?s=20

https://twitter.com/ISASaxonists/status/1320178760705073158?s=20

Bzy Peach owner, Laverne, specializes in fibre art journals, mostly cotton and lots of patterns. Check our her store here: https://www.bzypeach.com/shop

And find Laverne on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/bzypeach/ 4/

Lady dye Yarns has more than yarn, she also sells crafting kits & does public outreach where "craftivism is activism." I love her #BlackPanther collection in honor of #ChadwickBoseman.

Owner Diane Ivey is a pro, having owned her biz for 10 yrs now.

https://ladydyeyarns.com/shop/ 5/

Lady dye Yarns has more than yarn, she also sells crafting kits & does public outreach where "craftivism is activism." I love her #BlackPanther collection in honor of #ChadwickBoseman. Owner Diane Ivey is a pro, having owned her biz for 10 yrs now. https://ladydyeyarns.com/shop/ 5/

Essence of Autumn sells yarn, patterns, kits & more. Gorgeous range of colors and a large selection of yarn from lace to chunky.

https://www.essenceofautumnyarn.com/

Follow owner Sheryl Cox on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/essenceofautumn/ 6/

Dyer & photographer Adria's store Onyx Fiber Arts is a must see. Her color range is amazing and she ships worldwide. https://www.onyxfiberarts.com/

Find Adria's IG here: https://www.instagram.com/onyxfiberarts/ 7/

Fully Spun is owned by Brooke Addams. She has lots of variegated colors and competitive prices. Brooke also has a pride collection which is stunning!

https://fullyspun.com/

You can find Brooke on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/iamfullyspun/?hl=en

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Fully Spun is owned by Brooke Addams. She has lots of variegated colors and competitive prices. Brooke also has a pride collection which is stunning! https://fullyspun.com/ You can find Brooke on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/iamfullyspun/?hl=en8/

Robin of Birch Hollow Fibres and her store have a wide selection of yarns, stitch markers, pins, books & more! She also has a list of places where her yarn is in stock, but you can purchase from her website. 9/

https://birchhollowfibers.com/

If you are in Europe, a Black-owned yarn store is run by Rose, and it's called Oceans by the Sea. Rose started out on Esty and has grown her business. Let's keep growing it! Her yarn selection is beautiful. From silks to cottons, lots to choose from. 10/

https://www.oceanbythesea.com/wool-1

I'll keep adding to this for easy access so bookmark the thread if you want to keep track of #blackowned yarn stores. Remember that racial justice is important. So many of these women began their businesses b/c they were ostracized in the knitting/crochet community. 11/

So these Blk business owners have created spaces for everyone, &made ethical business practice a priority. So pls support them, follow them & others on IG & remember that #BlackLivesMatter

Here's a list of some stores I haven't featured: http://theyarnmission.com/black-yarn-dyers-and-the-case-for-purposeful-support/ 12/

Black Yarn Dyers and the case for Purposeful Support

Birch Hollow Fibers With the creation and popularity of #diversknitty, #blackgirlsknit, #blackknittersofinstagram, and MORE there has been some increased attention paid to inclusivity in the maker&…

http://theyarnmission.com/black-yarn-dyers-and-the-case-for-purposeful-support/

There are some great Black crocheters/knitters on Youtube who do tutorials, share patterns & more. If you are a #crochet or #knitting beginner follow LittleJohn's Yarns on YT. #blacklivesmatter

#crochet #knitting #craftistorians 13/

Another UK shop for more yarntastic options see Molly's "The Mimo Yarn Company." She's got lace, 4 ply, DK, & more. A wide range of colors to make it more difficult to choose, you'll be going away w/ a lot!
https://themimoyarnco.com

Follow Molly on IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_mimo_yarn_co/?igshid=12cb4f74kyla9 14/

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The Mimo Yarn Co.

https://themimoyarnco.com

Ok, I've also discovered this wicked database to find BIPOC who work with fibre, whether they are scholars, authors, crochet/knit designers, bloggers, Indie dyers, craft sellers and more. Check it out, #craftistorians. 15/ https://bipocinfiber.com/

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