~ Sometimes your heart speaks best through your hands ~ Heartstrings
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Welcome to Heart Strings Yarn
70 Beale Street
Quincy MA, 02170
How it all began. Why Heart Strings?
It all began way back in 2017 before any of us knew anything of a pandemic coming our way, I would wear my handmade knitted items out and about to book club and neighborhood gatherings. Friends would comment. “ I love your hand knit hats, mittens ponchos and such. I love that you wear what you make.”
One day I wore my latest and greatest accomplishment at the time. It was a super comfy and cozy poncho made from the softest chunky alpaca wool. ( not scratchy if you know about the softest types of alpaca yarn! ) I wore this to my book club.
What I heard that night was… “ I want to learn how to knit!” I thought to myself how can I teach them to knit? I’m not an expert… but I love knitting and would love to share the gift of knitting.
So we came up with a knitting project. Those who wanted to learn to knit would come to my house and somehow, I would teach them! Yikes… like many other times I’ve said to myself, what have I gotten into now?? Haha…. Lo and behold we did it! We sat at my dining room table and began from scratch. In all honesty, not everyone took to knitting. I’ll be honest, knitting isn’t for everyone… but let me tell you, the ones that did, love it. They became some of the the greatest knitters. I am learning from them now. They are and have been some of my biggest supporters in this knitting journey !!
Back to the project, it was called LITTLE HATS, BIG HEARTS In connection with the American Heart Month of February, This project honors babies, moms and heart healthy lives while raising awareness of Congenital Heart Defects. So we celebrated The American Heart Month by knitting red hats for newborns. Every baby that was born in the month February received a handmade red knit hat infused with love! I have a friend that is a pediatric NICU nurse and she picked up the hats and delivered to Brigham and Women’s Hospital for preparation to be distributed to the newest members of the world.
This project was close to my heart….
Having been born on Valentines Day and sharing the same birthday with my son, I can't help but connect to the heart space and the love that radiates from here. I am a sensitive, loving soul, navigating through a sometimes harsh and unpredictable world, looking to connect with like minded people. I have decided to create that sacred space for myself here at Heart Strings Yarn and invite others to join me.
Fast forward, I became a yoga teacher. The pandemic hit. Everything seemed crazy. People needed something different to soothe and calm the mind. My friend encouraged me to come up with a class to teach at her yoga studio. Hence, Sit Breathe Knit was born. I couldn’t believe it. People were signing up, they were committing to a month of Friday nights with me! They loved it. They were signing up again and again… Oh. My. Goodness. People love this class. They keep coming back over and over again. Yessss!!! Keep coming it’s only getting better and better.
For many years I have turned to Yoga, meditation and knitting to soothe my soul, and now I want to share it with the world. Many of us are feeling out of sorts with the way of the world and post pandemic anxieties. My purpose is to provide a safe space to nourish the heart and soul through Yoga meditation and knitting.
Stay tuned for more to come.
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70 Beale Street
Quincy, MA 02170
At Heart Strings Yarn, we believe that creativity can be a powerful tool for wellness. Engaging in yarn therapy not only enhances your crafting skills but also promotes relaxation and mindfulness. Join us to learn how the simple act of knitting can help reduce stress and improve your mental well-being. Come make this slouchy hat in our LEARN TO KNIT PROGRAM
Starfish:
Come learn the amazing art of needle felting with artist Jennifer McCarthy, owner of The Felted Bee. Grab a friend and learn in a supportive and relaxing environment at Heart Strings Yarn Shop in Quincy, MA.
In this beginner friendly workshop, you will learn skills and techniques specific to needle felting as well as how to make your own needle felted starfish from wool. The class will run on Thursday, May 22nd from 6pm-8pm.
Spring Egg:
Come learn the amazing art of needle felting with artist Jennifer McCarthy, owner of The Felted Bee. Grab a friend and learn in a supportive and relaxing environment at Heart Strings Yarn Shop in Quincy, MA.
In this beginner friendly workshop, you will learn skills and techniques specific to needle felting as well as how to make your own needle felted spring egg from wool in a variety of colors. The class will run on Wednesday, April 9th from 6pm-8pm.
Explore the benefits of mindfulness at Heart Strings Yarn. We offer a variety of classes designed to help you cultivate a peaceful mind and a balanced life. We will lead you through projects that enhance your knitting skills. This chunky blanket project is for the beginner no skills needed. We call this the gateway project to learning to knit.Join us and find your inner calm.
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Seasonal options Fall / Winter/ Spring
Group knitting up to 10 people
Friday 4-6 pm or 6-8 pm
Class Pack 4 weeks
$135
What you get - 8 hours of knitting with instruction, within the company of awesome people!
Weekly inspiration and some light stretching of the head, neck, shoulders, hands and wrists.
Project of the month suggestion or bring your own project
Participant is responsible for last minute cancellations (no refunds) May make up classes within the month during other class times
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Finger knit a Big Cozy Blanket
Thursdays 6-8:30 pm
$150 class a 2.5 hour workshop
If you don't finish you can work on your blanket at home and schedule a no cost 30 minute bind off appointment with me
SUPPLIES ARE INCLUDED IN THIS WORKSHOP
Up to 6 people -
This is a finger knitting project. NO KNITTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED! THIS IS FUN FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS
Participant is responsible for last minute cancellations (no refunds)
Learn to knit up to 6 people
Saturday 11:30- 1:30
$90 - 2 Week Class Pack
This is a beginner knitting series with guided instruction. We will start with a simple knitted hat worked on circular needles as our skills progress we will expand our project base
Participant is responsible for last minute cancellations (no refunds) May make up classes within the month during other class times
**supplies can be purchases in shop**
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Small group sessions up to 10 people in the Shop
$135 - 4 Week Class Pack
Sundays 2:30- 4:30pm
Encouraged to stick to regularly scheduled class times. Will discuss makeup as needed.
8 hours of knitting with instruction
Project of the month suggestion or bring your own.
Participant is responsible for last minute cancellations (no refunds) May make up classes within the month
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Single session drop in class
$40 for two hour drop in
$30 for one hour
$15 for each additional 30 minutes
appointment only
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Consultation 30 minute discussion
Choosing or starting a project
calculation of approximation of yarn needed supplies
needle sizes
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Call or text 617-571-9503 for more details
Private 1 hour rate $45 Call or text 617-571-9503 to schedule a date and time
First private session must be in the shop.
When by appointment
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Private 2 people - Bring a friend
$35 per person
1 hour session by appointment
sessions in the shop location participant is responsible for last min cancellations (no refund)
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Do you have your own friend group that would like to learn to knit?
Call text or email to schedule a date and time. Price will vary depending on size and skills of the group. Catering to new knitters, will teach intermediate knitting projects that I am familiar with. All participants must work on the same project for ease and consistency of group learning. Project supplies at additonal cost.
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This quaint knit shop is located in the heart of Quincy, Massachusetts. Come and experience the benefits of our approach to knitting and wellness - The mind, body, and spirit connection of knitting ...The gentle repetition of knitting slows racing thoughts , allowing for a quiet space of introspection and calm.
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | Closed | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | 01:00 pm – 06:00 pm | |
Fri | 01:00 pm – 06:00 pm | |
Sat | 10:30 am – 04:30 pm | |
Sun | 10:30 am – 04:30 pm |
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Heart Strings Yarn
70 Beale Street, Quincy, Massachusetts, United States
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