Apr 12 2026LIFESTYLE
Knitting fans gather in Chicago for a weekend of yarn, creativity, and connection
Every year, a quiet Chicago neighborhood transforms into a lively hub for yarn lovers. Over 2, 000 people gather at YarnCon, a free weekend event that started in 2007 as a small market for local crafters. Today, it draws sellers from Illinois and beyond, offering everything from hand-dyed threads to
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