06/03/2026
Good morning, my fiber friends.
It is with the greatest sadness that I must announce that Woolworks Ltd. will be closing its doors.
As many of you know, our little shop has been run entirely by volunteers, fueled by the hope that we could continue bringing joy, inspiration, and creativity to our community. I can say with tremendous pride that we did exactly that. Together, we introduced so many people to knitting, crocheting, weaving, needle felting, and spinning. Mandy even brought us Crafternoons, encouraging children to explore new crafts and discover the joy of creating something with their own hands.
I taught myself to knit nearly 25 years ago because I was captivated by the idea of expressing love through something I created myself—something warm and soft, something that quietly said, "I love and appreciate you" in every stitch. That desire led me into my first local yarn shop, where I quickly discovered not only a craft I loved, but a community and a piece of myself. I jumped in with both feet and immersed myself in all things fiber. I've been volunteering ever since.
Over the years, many people have told me I was crazy for essentially working a full-time job without pay, and I understand that perspective. When I look at the amazing friends who stepped forward to help—freely giving their time, talents, and creative expertise—I sometimes understand it myself. Yet every moment spent building this community has been worth it.
With the experience I've gained from being part of the fabric of this business, I have to face a difficult reality: a brick-and-mortar yarn shop in our small community is no longer sustainable in today's world.
The rising costs of doing business have made it nearly impossible to serve our community in the way we believe it deserves. Believe me when I say we have tried. While our fiber community has continued to grow, that growth has not been enough to offset the increasing costs of rent, utilities, taxes, and everything else required to keep the doors open. The financial burden has become overwhelming, and we can no longer ignore the writing on the wall.
My health has also taken a significant toll, and I know it's time to take care of the only body I've been given.
I am devastated for so many reasons. This has been a wild, wonderful, and unforgettable journey. I've made countless friends and learned more than I could ever put into words. You have taught me to be a better artist, a better teacher, a better listener, and a better friend. Most importantly, you have reinforced my belief that being an active part of a community is one of life's greatest rewards.
As we close this chapter, I want you to know that there are new chapters waiting on the horizon. The story may look different than we imagined, but I am hopeful it will be beautiful all the same. The wonderful thing about community is that it isn't confined to four walls. Together, we can create amazing things anywhere—and that's exactly what we intend to do. We just need a little time to regroup and discover what comes next.
We will be sharing information about what the coming month will look like very soon. Until then, I'd like to leave you with a quote that appeared on my feed during one of my lowest moments: "Don't be afraid to start all over again. You may like your new story better."
I've read those words every day since, and I believe them with my whole heart.
Thank you for your support, your kindness, your creativity, and your friendship. Thank you for making Woolworks so much more than a yarn shop. It has been an honor to be part of your lives and your creative journeys.
I love you all, and I look forward to seeing your beautiful faces again soon.
Tasha
