In a world filled with color, creativity, and cozy vibes, Hamilton County has something for every crafter. From charming shops where you can stock up on supplies or find inspiration for your next project to creative classes where you can learn a new skill or bond with other stitchers, Hamilton County has the best spots for all things handmade. So grab your needles, yarn and imagination and happy crafting!
Places to Shop
Back to Top of ListAlways in Stitches
1808 Conner St., Noblesville
At Always in Stitches, find Janome sewing machines, Handi Quilter Long Arm machines, and top-quality fabric, yearn, wool, and notions to create your next masterpiece. If you prefer learning from home, they have over 25,000 products available at their online shop and over 400 videos available on their YouTube channel, so you’re bound to always have the right supplies and guidance on how to create your needle craft.
A Yarn Market
1905 S. New Market St. Ste. 167, Carmel
Recently opening in January 2024, A Yarn Market aims to increase accessibility to knitting and crochet as it provides “yarn therapy” and can improve mental health through its mindful making. Curate your list of materials and stock up for your next cozy project by shopping through their variety of their products including high-quality yarn and hand-dyed yarn.
Color Me Happy
8100 ½ Connerwood Lane, Fishers
This fiber arts studio makes their own dye to create their own naturally dyed fiber and yarn to bring to the community. By using natural materials, Color Me Happy customers can connect to the natural world and also fostering color and creativity with every stitch.
Tabby Tree Weaver
9832 N. by N.E. Blvd., Fishers
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned pro, Tabby Tree Weaver has everything you need to spark the inspiration of your next project. They offer a variety of different types of yarn, pre-owned equipment, and books aimed to teach you the different types of weaving.
Places for Classes
Back to Top of ListAlways in Stitches
1808 Conner St., Noblesville
Learn something new through one of their many classes including knitting, cross stitch, crochet, needle felting, and more. If you’re looking to take on a fun project, take a crocheting class and leave with a gnome or mallard duck. For a deep dive into knitting, check out their monthly bootcamps dedicated to learning all knitting techniques in their 4-week course.
A Yarn Market
1905 S. New Market St. Ste. 167, Carmel
Participants ages 9 and up can learn how to pick up the needle or hook through A Yarn Market’s class. You can also learn to create beautiful pieces like cowl patterns or ear warmers in their “Learn to Crochet” sessions or join their Coffee and Crafts social stitch meetups and bond with other crocheters.
Color Me Happy
8100 ½ Connerwood Lane, Fishers
Schedule an appointment or check their website periodically for their list of available classes.
Tabby Tree Weaver
9832 N. by N.E. Blvd., Fishers
Tabby Tree Weaver offers five different types of classes: multishift weaving, rigid heddle weaving, band weaving, spinning, and other fiber arts such as creating a needle felted blue bird. At these classes, you can choose to use and bring your own materials or borrow from the shop, but ultimately, you’ll walk away with new skills and a cozy creation.
A Sewing Studio
12775 Horseferry Rd., Carmel
Got kids ages 7 and up who are eager to learn sewing? A Sewing Studio offers weekly 1-hour classes where new students can join at any time depending on space availability. Here, they learn basic sewing terminology, sewing machine skills, how to read a pattern and written sewing instructions, how to layout and cut a pattern, and assemble their project. They also offer Weekly Classes which begin in August and occur over the school year with sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Room to Sew
9625 E. 150th St. Ste. 208, Noblesville
Kids and teens ages 7 to 17 can bring their creative visions to life in Room to Sew’s weekly one-hour sewing sessions. Classes begin in August and occur weekly Monday – Thursday throughout the year. Sewing machines and tools are provided, so your young creator can focus on creating their one-of-a-kind project—just bring the fabric!
Hamilton County East PublicLibrary
Five Municipal Drive, Fishers
One Library Plaza, Noblesville
For kids ages 8 to 12, head over to the library’s Ignite Studio Classroom for their monthly “Sewing for Kids” sessions to make fun and cute stuffies such as Yeti Monsters. If you’re looking for a crash course in sewing basics, they also offer monthly introductory sewing machine sessions.
Events
Back to Top of ListFIBRuary Fest
Saturday, Feb. 1 at Forest Park Inn, Noblesville
This kickoff event celebrates a month filled with Fun, Inspiration, Bonding, and Relaxation for knitters, crocheters, and yarn enthusiasts! Shop for hand-dyed yarn, handmade tools, project bags, and more from local and regional vendors. Visit the yarn doctors if you need help on a tricky pattern or craft with other creators on your current project. Afterwards, join a two-week yarn crawl across central Indiana including stops at Noblesville, Carmel and Fishers.
All Indiana Shop Hop for Quilters
Late March at Always in Stitches
This month-long statewide quilting trail brings together local shops for a fun adventure. Explore unique stores and meet other Hoosier quilters all throughout March.
