
Episode #33
Gravitating to grandma hobbies | with Brianna Redlich
There is nothing more special than a handmade gift, especially if it's taken hours and hours to construct. As more and more people gravitate toward grandma hobbies (think crochet, knitting, gardening, etc), Lindsay and Sam catch up with Yarn Over Fiber store owner Brianna Redlich to learn more about the cult of the crafts -- and the fiber festival coming up in October. Also - are you sock worthy? You'll find out. Chapters 00:00 Evolution of the Fiber Festival 01:42 The Rise of 'Grandma Hobbies' 03:00 Journey of Starting a Yarn Store 21:28 Generational Crafting Skills 26:08 Crafting Communities and Festivals 37:36 Inclusivity of Yarn Shops 40:18 Complexity of Yarn Pricing and Production 43:41 The Art of Blending Wool 44:39 The Time and Effort of Handcrafted Items 48:23 Growth and Relocation of the Store 54:19 Diverse Visitors and Age Groups 57:00 The Art of Knitting Socks 01:02:18 Crafting Techniques and Potential Empire

