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5 needlepoint, sewing, knitting, and fiber arts spots in Tampa Bay, FL

A quilter sifts through textiles at the art center. | Photo by @dunedinfineartcenter

Quilters, ready your needles. Lately, crocheting, weaving, embroidery, and needlework, in general, are kind of having a moment on TikTok.

We’ve put together a range of Tampa Bay art centers + spots offering everything from basket weaving to scrunchie-making classes perfect for toting your left brain partner along.

Suncoast Yarns | 3347 S. West Shore Blvd. Suite 3, Tampa
If you’re looking for funky, multi-colored — or really any color — of yarn, this is the spot. Suncoast offers workshops on how to make scrunchies, mittens, headbands, and more. Or enroll in a brioche knitting, and novice crochet or knitting course.
Keep Me in Stitches | Tampa + Clearwater locations
These local shops offer everything from basketmaking and beginner’s quilting classes to private lessons and sessions on how to operate your new sewing machine. Or drop in to ask staff questions about sewing machines, embroidery machines, or sergers. Check the online calendar for offerings + special holiday events.
Dunedin Fine Arts Center | 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin
Sign up to try your hand at the Mayan art of back-strap weaving or fabric collage at this arts center. Plus, the center hosts a variety of exhibits and sells work from local artists.
Silk Road Needle Arts | 2887 22nd Ave. N. Saint Petersburg
Browse tons of needlepoint and cross stitch tools or make special orders from this local spot.
Knot the Point Needleworks | 4021 Henderson Blvd., Tampa
Located in South Tampa, this needlepoint boutique sells hand-painted canvases, thread, stitching accessories, and tools (like needle minders and stretcher bars), and offers finishing services — so you can turn your piece into the ornament or pillow of your dreams.

Before you go, make sure you’re prepped for success. Pick up a quilting beginner’s kit, Crochet beginner’s kit, embroidery beginner’s kit, or wooden loom before your class.

Calling all master knitters, quilters, and crocheters...Did we miss any other spots? Let us know.

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Today, Feb. 24

2023 UNCF Black History Month Luncheon | Friday, Feb. 24 | 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Intercontinental Hotel, 4860 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa | $125 | Enjoy lunch and an address by Judge Glenda Hatchett of “Judge Hatchett” and “The Verdict” fame.
The Judds: The Final Tour | Friday, Feb. 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $25.75-$395.75 | Wynonna Judd (and special guest Brandi Carlile) performs some of the Judd’s signature hits.
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons | Friday, Feb. 24-Saturday, Feb. 25 | 8 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Rd., Clearwater | $63.25-$128.25 | It’s almost too good to be true, the legendary band is playing right here in Clearwater.
Chicago | Friday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $54-$150 | See the Broadway musical right here in Tampa Bay.

Saturday, Feb. 25

Historic Kenwood Tour | Saturday, Feb. 25, Saturday, Mar. 25, Saturday, Apr. 22 | Times vary | Craftsman House, 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | $10-$20 | Tour one of the biggest historic bungalow neighborhoods in Florida.
Art and Seafood on the Waterfront 2023 | Saturday, Feb. 25, Sunday, Feb. 26, Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Safety Harbor Waterfront Park, 110 Veterans Memorial Ln., Safety Harbor | Free | Chow down on local seafood + shop gems from craftspeople.
Asalh Black History Month Celebration and Dinner | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 12-1 p.m. | Child’s Park Recreation Center, 4301 13th Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Join Mayor Ken Welch and community members for a celebration with vendors, games, inflatables, live music, and food.

Sunday, Feb. 26

Goat Yoga with Dr. Gold | Sunday, Feb. 26-Sunday, June 25 | Times vary | Dancing Goat Farm, 12502 Maverick Ct., Tampa | $25 | Enjoy your practice as goats snuggle, play, and climb on you.
New York Yankees vs. Atlanta Braves | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 1:05 p.m. | George M. Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Dr., Tampa | $40-$120 | Watch New York play Atlanta in the team’s second home.
“Cabin in the Sky” | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 3 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | $10 | This 1943 film features an all-Black cast.

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History

Tampanians will soon be able to traverse a 46-mile trail celebrating the area’s Black history. The Tampa Soul Walk will open later this spring and feature spots like the Jackson House and Harlem Academy + more than 24 art installations. Check out a guide to the trail online. (WUSF News)

Arts

Earlier this week, Kahwa unveiled a new coffee can designed by local artist Glenyse Thompson. The limited-edition canister is the latest design from the beanery’s partnership with the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. Proceeds from the swirly, oceanically-decorated can benefit the St. Petersburg Arts Endowment. 🎨 (I Love the Burg)
Calling all bird nerds. The Tampa Bay History Center’s new exhibit, “Etched Feathers,” showcases bird etchings + the creative process. The exhibition runs from Sat., March 4-Sun., Oct 15. 🐦 (That’s So Tampa)

Development

St. Pete will soon boast its own “pickleball campus.” St. Pete Athletic, a 1.6-acre sports center, will have 16 p-ball courts (9 indoor), a pro shop, locker room, an eatery, and more. Owners expect to open the club later this year. (St. Pete Rising)
Take a peek at Citi Bank Tampa’s upgraded home. The re-imagined office is geared toward hybrid work — with roomier spaces for employees to work together, health and gym resources on site, and a medical center. 💻 (Tampa Bay Times)

Opening

This one’s for the book lovers. South Tampa’s new Barnes & Noble location opens Wednesday, March 1. Bring a fellow bookworm to the store’s ribbon cutting at 128 South West Shore Boulevard in the Tampa Town Center. 📚 (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Looking for a new Seminole Heights lunch spot? You’ll soon be able to order one of Cousin Vinny’s deli sandwiches for delivery. Owners have not announced an opening date yet for the NY-style spot. 🥪 (That’s So Tampa)
A new 2D restaurant, Doodle Noodle Bar, recently soft opened in Westchase. The whimsical eatery serves pho, stir frys, cold dishes, and more. Peruse the menu online. (That’s So Tampa)

Show

Tickets are now on sale to see “Nina On My Mind” at the Palladium Theater. The Nina Simone tribute performance is booked for Thursday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. Buy tickets online. 🎤(Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

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A dash of sugar, a spot of clay

Sugar Cream Clay opening a St. Pete pottery studio + store

Sugar Cream Clay frequently sells at Indie Flea and other local markets. | Photo by @sugarcreamclay

Perhaps you’ve seen Allie Case’s (@sugarcreamclay) brightly colored, shiny wares at Indie Flea or inside the Morean Center for Clay — wavy-handled purpley mugs, vases modeled after pills, and certainly the pearlescent smiley face emblazoned cups and dishes. Now, the St. Pete potter is opening up her own storefront on St. Pete’s Central Avenue.

The shop will host clay classes, studio space, a local artist gallery, and serve as “a chill spot to hang with cool people, a perfect date night or girl’s night out, a nifty place to rent wheel time and fire your own work, [and] a colorful spot for the gram,” she enthused on Instagram.

The 2939 Central Avenue storefront opens March 31. Contact the shop on Instagram to get more info on classes — which start in April.

A reminder: last month, we brought you six places to hone your wheel throwing or handbuilding skills. Check out the story.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Bailey.

Editor’s pick: As you might be able to tell, I’m kind of into crafts. I’ve actually taken one of Allie’s classes, and look forward to checking out her new studio’s grand opening.

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