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What’s Stopping You from Starting?

The only thing that ever seems to get in my way when I want to start something new is… me. You know the feeling, don’t you? Doubt creeps in. Overthinking sets up camp. And that little voice whispers, “What if it doesn’t turn out right?”

But then someone like Janelle Tyler walks through the door and silences that inner critic in an instant.

Last week, Janelle visited the shop wearing a stunning handwoven shawl she spun and wove entirely by herself. Every single fiber of that shawl was crafted by her hands. If that wasn’t impressive enough, she held up two freshly spun skeins—a mesmerizing blend of rich purples, misty greys, and ocean blues. The colors were so vibrant and alive, it was as if she had captured the very essence of the West Coast in yarn form.

Her visit was a wake-up call for me. It reminded me that the hardest part of any creative journey isn’t the project itself—it’s starting. It’s moving past that voice that says, “What if I fail?” and instead asking, “What if I create something beautiful?”


Janelle didn’t let doubt hold her back. She spun that first thread, made that first weave, and trusted her hands to create something incredible.

If you’ve been dreaming of creating your own yarn or weaving a piece of fabric, we have just the classes to help you take that first step:

Learn to Spin with a Drop Spindle
Discover the joy of spinning your own yarn in this beginner-friendly class. Learn how to draft, spin, and ply yarn using a drop spindle. No prior experience required—just bring your curiosity and willingness to try something new!
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Introduction to Loom Weaving
Dive into the world of weaving and create your first piece of handwoven fabric. This class is perfect for beginners and will introduce you to the basics of using a loom, choosing your materials, and bringing your vision to life.
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What’s stopping us from trying something new? Let’s leave the self-doubt behind, pick up our needles, hooks, spindles, or looms, and simply begin. Because every masterpiece starts with a single thread.

Join us for one of these classes, and who knows? You might just create something breathtaking—like Janelle’s handwoven shawl or your own handspun yarn.

Let’s make 2025 the year we silence that inner critic and embrace our creativity. Are you ready to start?

Be inspired by Janelle’s incredible work—follow her journey on Instagram @artisanjanelle

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