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Jillian Walther
Jan 154 min read
What is the Makers Matinee? (And more frequently asked questions)
This Sunday, January 19, we have a very exciting event coming up: The Makers Matinee! This is the first event of its kind in our area, so...
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Jillian Walther
Nov 5, 20242 min read
Check out our: November Calendar!
Check out our November Events!
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Jillian Walther
Oct 18, 20242 min read
Let's Build a Fall Palette!
Ah, Fall. Crisp air, changing leaves, cool evenings...it has us digging out our sweaters and looking wistfully at yarn, pondering new...
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Jillian Walther
May 7, 20242 min read
Out Now: Spring Crafting Calendar!
Springtime is the perfect time to let your creativity bloom! Check out our upcoming events to learn something new and hang out with your...
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Jillian Walther
May 1, 20241 min read
Knit & Crochet every Day in May!
The TNNA recently shared (with permission) a great idea from Ann Minor, owner of Yarn Folk in Ellensburg, WA. It's a campaign called...
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Jillian Walther
Apr 26, 20243 min read
Why we all need a little LYS in our Lives
Before I opened the doors to Walther Handmade, I spent several months in prep mode: doing market research, attending webinars, writing a...
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Jillian Walther
Apr 3, 20242 min read
Now Introducing: Velluto by Alize Yarns
We recently got something new in the shop that I am so excited to share! Say hello to Velluto by Alize Yarns. This is a super-bulky (#6)...
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Jillian Walther
Feb 24, 20245 min read
The Skinny on Sock Yarn
Ah, sock yarn! So beautiful, so dainty, so many colors and endless variations! But what even is "Sock Yarn"? Can it only be used for...
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Jillian Walther
Feb 21, 20244 min read
The Big Deal about BFL
BFL is a luxury wool perfect for sweaters and socks. Read all about what makes it a unique and high-quality fiber!
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Jillian Walther
Dec 23, 20231 min read
Holiday Vlog #4: Learn to Make a Pine Cone Ornament!
This simple but elegant ornament is a great Christmas craft to share with your friends and family.
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Jillian Walther
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Holiday Vlog #3: Gifts for Crafters
Gift ideas for yarn crafters in your life
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Jillian Walther
Dec 19, 20231 min read
Holiday Vlog #2: Making Memories Bright!
Looking for a unique way to craft holiday memories? Or a quick project you can have done by Christmas? Check out our array of craft kits...
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Jillian Walther
Dec 14, 20231 min read
Holiday Vlog #1: Gifts under $20
With Christmas right around the corner, here are some gift ideas all under $20!
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Jillian Walther
Nov 4, 20232 min read
Big News: Interlacements is coming!
Mark your calendars for November 25, because that is the first day of our first-ever trunk show with Interlacements Yarns! Interlacements...
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Jillian Walther
Oct 7, 20232 min read
Let's celebrate Socktober!
Fall is one of my favorite seasons. Flannel, sweaters, bright red and yellow leaves, crisp air, apple cider, hay rides, and the list goes...
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Jillian Walther
Aug 2, 20231 min read
The Great Tennessee Yarn Tour at Walther Handmade
The Great Tennessee Yarn Tour starts on August 4, and we are so excited to be a part of the inaugural adventure!!! We hope you have a...
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Jillian Walther
Jun 5, 20233 min read
Meet the "Yarn Bomb Rocker"
This summer, Harriman is hosting its first ever Public Art Project. The city called for entries from local artists to decorate rocking...
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Jillian Walther
Jun 3, 20232 min read
Join us for World Wide Knit in Public Day!
We are so excited to be participating in our first World Wide Knit in Public Day this year! Before we share all the details, here's some...
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Jillian Walther
Apr 25, 20232 min read
Great Smoky Mountains Fiber Fair 2023
Well, how awesome is this? 1 Year ago I was writing a blog post about attending the #GSMFF and this year, I get to write about vending at...
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Jillian Walther
Apr 17, 20232 min read
Say Hello To: Zeoli Yarns
You know those people you meet in life and you feel like you have already known them years and years and you're just ready to be their...
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