Mystic River Yarns

To say that the folks at Mystic River Yarns love fiber is, indeed, an understatement.

Founded in 2001 by Hansina Wright, Mystic River Yarns’ original mission was to provide the community with quality fibers and to encourage the ancient traditions of knit, crochet and weaving through classes, workshops and personal service.

Today, the original mission still holds true. The selections of yarn increased so that now Mystic River Yarns has what might be considered to be the widest range of commercial and hand dyed fibers, accessories, and pattern books along the South Eastern Connecticut/Rhode Island border shoreline.

The educational component has broadened to include year-round weekly workshops for knit and crochet, specialty classes by instructors experienced in and dedicated to sharing their knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for the tradition. Since 2003, Designer Day has become an annual event featuring internationally known guest designers who both teach a specialty class and spend the day with students and visitors alike.

Schooner Wharf Synergy:
Schooner Wharf is more than a name: covering both sides of Holmes Street, the complex includes schooner cruises, professional offices, shops and eateries such as:

River-side (the long white building at 15 Holmes Street) shops and schooners:
Voyager Cruises www.voyagermystic.com
Boat Stuff marine consignment www.mysticboatstuff.com
The Stuffed Olive specialty food basket shop
Black Tea Café (in-season)

Street-side (brick factory building at 14 Holmes Street) includes:
Mystic River Yarns
RiverWalk Restaurant www.mysticriverwalk.com
Cutwater Marine Gallery www.cutwatergallery.com
Flat Hammock Press publishing company www.flathammockpress.com
The Antique Shop
Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce office www.mysticchamber.org

Be sure to include a visit to any or all of the restaurants shops and recreational Schooner Wharf.

Photo credits E. Heupel & G. Pettys