The Essential Knitting & Crochet Tools Guide
Upgrading your tools is the fastest way to improve your tension and save your hands from aching joints. Discover the absolute best ergonomic crochet hooks, interchangeable knitting needles, and must-have notions available at AriYARN Shop and Studio.
Gnome Depot Yarn Buying Guide: Hand-Dyed Fingering, DK & Bulky Colorways (And Where to Find Them Near Chicago)
Small-batch color that makes your stitches pop—Gnome Depot hand-dyed DK in a pastel mix, available in our curated selection.
Araucania Yarn Buying Guide (Huasco Coton + Summer-Ready Knits & Crochet) — Chicago & Online
Handpainted Araucania Huasco Coton in soft, wearable palettes—summer-ready color with an easy, breathable feel.
Laines du Nord Yarn Buying Guide (Plus Where to Find It in Chicago)
Soft, luminous stitches: exploring Laines du Nord yarns at AriYARN 🧶
Wonderland Yarns Buying Guide (Colorways, Bases & Where to Buy Near Chicago)
A dreamy gradient set from Wonderland Yarns — perfect inspiration for shawls, wraps, and colorwork moments.
Manos del Uruguay Yarn Buying Guide (What to Make, How to Choose, Where to Buy)
Hand-dyed color that makes projects pop—explore Manos del Uruguay at AriYARN (online and in-store).
Cascade Yarns at AriYARN: How to Choose the Right Fiber, Weight, and Feel (and Where to Buy Near Chicago)
Cascade Yarns, curated for feel + function—shop online or visit us in Park Ridge (near Chicago / near O’Hare).
ChiaoGoo Needles & Hooks: A Maker’s Guide to Choosing the Right Set (Plus Local Help in Park Ridge, IL)
A ‘choose-your-own-adventure’ needle set: tips, cables, and the flexibility to match your project.