I like patronizing small businesses, and do it whenever I can. And I like knowing a little something about the owner's story and what makes them tick. So I'm launching a new series of five question interviews to give you a behind the scenes peek into what makes small businesses tick.
If you've never visited our awesome retailer More Yarn, you should check them out. Their site is whimsical, easy to navigate, and they have a nifty rewards points system.
Our first interview in the series is with Kara, the owner of More Yarn.
Please note: I am the next Barbara Walters.
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Q: What made you want to start a yarn business?
A: I started More Yarn in early 2008 with just such a passion for knitting and hand-dyed yarns. We are a small store but carry a great selection of hand dyers. More Yarn is my side business, and it's a joy to work with all of the customers that love the yarn! I work a full time job as an academic business librarian (another passion!) but enjoy putting my love and energy into moreyarn.com.
Q: What are you favorite projects to knit?
A: I have been working on quite a few socks this summer and also a few shawls. I love knitting things for friends and family so there's a few holiday projects on the needles right now!
We only carry hand dyed yarns and because we are a small store, I tend to get to know the customers. They share with me the projects they make with the yarn they buy from us. It's almost like a virtual local yarn store! - I was on Oprah's Great American Hairstyles show: 100 viewers were chosen to get their hair cut by celebrity stylists! - I'm an avid podcast listener...in addition to knitting podcasts, I also love WNYC's Radiolab, This American Life, and Ted Talks. ******************************************* Am I the only one who wants to see the Oprah before and after pictures? Remember that this weekend is Small Business Saturday, everyone! Shop small! Would you like to be included in our "Five Questions For" series? Drop us a line using the contact form in the upper right, or send us an email at threeirishgirls AT gmail DOT com.
Q: What makes your yarn store special?
Q: What can customers expect if they order yarn from More Yarn?
Excellent customer service. Shipping is usually the same day of order and always Priority Mail. We're also here to answer any questions about a product.
Q: Tell us three interesting or unexpected things about yourself.
- I'm a librarian (doesn't knitting always follow this profession?) and help MBA candidates research course projects and prepare for interviews.