FAQ
1. What is Fun with Sticks and Strings?
Fun with Sticks and Strings is a friendly local yarn shop offering high-quality yarns, knitting and crochet tools, patterns, classes, and community events for fiber artists of all levels.
2. What products do you sell?
We carry a wide variety of yarns, knitting and crochet needles, hooks, kits, patterns, and accessories to support everything from beginner projects to advanced designs.
3. Do you offer classes?
Yes! We offer classes in knitting, crochet, and specialty techniques for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to experienced makers.
4. How do I find out about upcoming classes and events?
Our website includes a calendar with all scheduled classes, workshops, and special events. You can also sign up for our newsletter to receive updates.
5. Can I get help if I’m stuck on a project?
Absolutely. We offer help sessions and support times where you can bring in your project and get guidance from our knowledgeable staff.
6. Do you sell patterns and project kits?
Yes, we offer a selection of knitting and crochet patterns as well as project kits that include everything you need to get started.
7. Do you offer gift cards?
Yes! Gift cards are available and make a great present for knitters, crocheters, and fiber-arts lovers.
8. Can I shop online as well as in person?
Yes. Many of our products are available through our online store, making it easy to shop from home or pick up items in the shop.
9. What skill level do I need to participate in classes or events?
All skill levels are welcome. We offer beginner classes, intermediate workshops, and advanced technique sessions.
10. How do I contact the shop?
You can reach us through our website’s contact page, by phone, or by visiting us in person during store h
Knitting National Parks
Knitting National Parks
Knit unique beanies inspired by the jaw-dropping and unique landscapes from each of the 63 US National Parks.
From the brightly colored pebbles of Lake McDonald in Montana’s Glacier National Park to the regal granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome in California’s Yosemite Valley, the US National Parks contain some of the most recognizable and iconic natural landmarks in the world. Capture the majesty each national park offers with original beanie patterns created by knitting designer and outdoor enthusiast Nancy Bates.
Beanies range from simple beanie constructions to more challenging stitch patterns such as the two-color crossovers inspired by South Dakota’s Badlands or the multiple cable designs inspired by New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns. Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, whether beginner or experienced, through these gratifying projects. Show your love and appreciation of our national parks with these beautiful and practical beanie projects you can wear any time or any place.
63 KNITTING PATTERNS: Every US National Park is celebrated with a unique beanie design, including the newly designated park New River Gorge in West Virginia
BEAUTIFULLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and gorgeous images of the park’s landscapes that inspired it
INSPIRED BY NATURE: Learn about each national park’s unique fauna, flora, and landscapes that inspired each original beanie, from the Painted Wall in Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison to the Salt Flats in California Death Valley
EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 63 beanies knitting patterns have been tested and verified and offer clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time