We are delighted to see folks getting excited for YarnCon this year! Recently we’ve been getting a number of questions that many others of you have as well, so let’s answer them!
Q: I don’t see class or workshop information; how do I apply to teach, or register for classes?
A: Up until now, we’ve had classes of some kind at YarnCon. Sometimes it was a spinning class up on the stage, dyeing workshops in the hallway, rented offices as classrooms, or actual conference rooms at a hotel. Other than the spinning and dyeing workshops, we’ve never managed to get a critical mass of people to sign up for classes, enough to make it worthwhile for instructors. So this year we are not offering classes in classrooms. We do plan to offer workshops and demonstrations in open areas where some can participate and others can watch. Once we have a plan in place, we will announce more details.
Q: I want to volunteer! Add me to your list!
A: Thank you! We appreciate you! We’re getting ready for you! Seriously, YarnCon wouldn’t be the great experience it is without our generous volunteers. We will absolutely make an announcement in all the usual places once we are ready for people to sign up to volunteer.
Q: Can our Guild or Club have a table at YarnCon?
A: Glad you asked! Please email us at info@yarncon.com. We love having the guilds at YarnCon!
Q: Do I need to apply to bring my Food Truck?
A: No, but we are so glad you asked! Please send your Food Truck information to info@yarncon.com. Most of our food trucks friends do really well, usually selling out of food within hours of opening. We need to stay fueled! Email us, please!
I’ve never been to yarn con. Do we buy tickets early or is this something you buy at the door?
Hi Sandie, no tickets necessary! Entrance is free. The show is open 10am-5pm on Saturday, April 20, and 10am-3pm on Sunday, April 21.
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Is ths for retail consumers? Can anyone come or is it just for wholesale?
Hi Kim, this is primarily for retail customers! Free entrance to shop. Many vendors would be happy to discuss wholesale options, as well, though.
Are the vendors managing their own sales? Cash or Card?
Thanks.
Hi Donna, yes, each vendor handles their own sales. The majority take both credit card and cash.
How many vendors are going to be at the show? Just round numbers. I’m trying to get a feel for the size of the show?
Hi Amy,
This year we have around 65 vendors! Hope you can join us.
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This will be my first year going to YarnCon (super excited!), is there parking near the building?
Thank you!
Hi Kendra, yes, there is ample street parking along Washington and Randolph, as well as side streets.
Is there also a parking garage?
Yes! The rate is $4/hour.
Regarding parking is the street parking metered?
Thanks for the info.
Hello, do you offer goodie bags for the first 50 attendees Saturday morning?
Yes indeed!