I will never step foot in this store again!! Thrift store yarn haul

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[@cynthiacazares4807]

When I was younger I would have been like you, or just left. Funny how the years make you braver and you speak up for yourself more. I would have told them something, and I would have complained to the store employee loud enough for "The Ladies" to hear me as I left the thrift store. Never let anyone make you feel out of place or less than you are!! Enjoy your yarn!

[@craftingwithlinda]

That's exactly what I would have done. Ain't no body better or worse than no one as simple as that. ❤

[@Elaine_P_Smith]

Don't let snobs keep you away from shops or things you love. I belonged to a knitting/crochet group that had a lot of snobs. I went to be with people who knitted/crocheted. I usually sat at a corner of a table with snobs, but away from them as best I could. There were 4 ladies in this group that made me feel comfortable, so I continued to go cause of these ladies. When they passed away, I stopped going.

[@Jujubeaeri]

I totally get where you’re coming from. Yarn snobs are super annoying. That’s why I quit hanging out in LYS years ago. I’m an online gal 💯. I enjoy acrylic yarns and merino wool. No need to be snobby about crafting. I’ve never understood it? Doesn’t matter where you shop just as long as everyone is being crafty! It’s a therapeutic hobby and we don’t need judgers judging us.

[@noeleenbyrne5197]

My Grandmother used to say about people like that "fur coat and no knickers" meaning they want everyone to think they can afford the coat but not underwear, lol. She had a lot of sayings like that. Don't let them get you down Jennifer, you got some beautiful finds and will have lots of joy working with them, embrace the joy and wish for those people to get moths, 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@laurierobertson3504]

Lol,love that,"fur coat and no knickers ". Too funny.

[@roserenik6375]

😂😂😂😂

[@dryhumorfoe8275]

I am from Scotland and my gran hated that expression lol. I am in my mid sixties, and my grampa used that expression to describe how women like that got their fur coats!

[@ZimVader-0017]

​@@dryhumorfoe8275 First thing that came to my mind when I read that expression 😂

[@LauraE.9897]

Jen, I love that you buy yarn for the channel because I've learned so much from you about all the different yarn out there. Thank you for being a great teacher for so many of us. 🩷🤗

[@yarnchic60]

Don’t let ANYONE EVER make you feel like you don’t belong! They are no better than you ! I used to feel exactly like you … but like they say I’m older and wiser and I don’t let anyone make me feel less than ! Luv ya ! Beautiful yarn ! 💜

[@mimiatcomptcheblooms2159]

it's worth it - you are going to have that neck scarf that you've always wanted 🥰

[@kikiann7784]

Be happy and enjoy your yarn. Too bad people have to think they are better than anyone else. I enjoy watching your videos. By the way, I am a 73 year old woman, and enjoy watching you younger ladies. Keeps me up to date on things and keeps me young.

[@SuzyEH]

I was watching a Hobby Lobby yarn haul on another channel and the person told how they loaded every hand dyed hank into a chart then found an empty spot in the store so they could pick out what they wanted. I used to subscribe to the channel but you have never seen anyone hit thumbs down and unsubscribe so fast. I don't understand this mentality. I think most of us have more yarn then we will ever use, I know I do. It still doesn't stop me from grabbing a good deal but I'm very careful of what and how much I buy. We all love the colors and textures, I mean who can resist. You see a great deal on yarn, ideas immediately spring to mind and we're off and running. We get home with our bags or post comes, the OMGs this is wonderful kick in and we forget about the project already on hook. We grab a hook and first thing you know the other project get put aside and lost for months, by then we have lost interest or can't remember what it was, lol. When I'm buying at the store and there is only so much of one item I try to remember the times I've had no or very little money and not hoard in the store. If you have clean out the hanks into a cart to go browse at your leisure remember that while you are doing your in store hoarding someone may have made a special trip in hoping of getting the yarn they wanted at a good deal. They go in, go to the yarn and there is nothing there, so in disappointment they leave feeling sad . Let everyone have some joy of a good deal and excitement of creating.

[@ZimVader-0017]

I went yesterday to my local yarn shop for the first time since last year, looking for a specific yarn. There were more empty aisles than skeins, and there was not one single blue yarn (in any material and weight) in the whole store.

[@krazedvintagemodel]

Letting everyone have the joy of a deal and creative excitement would require putting others first (or at least equivalent to yourself) instead of being selfish.

[@conniewagner4234]

Wow! …Maybe more people should go into that thrift store to buy yarn, so those snobby ladies will have less to hoard! 😂

[@sarablockinger5251]

I'm from Baltimore , Maryland and i have never heard of that store , i started to crochet 2 yrs ago and i find it very relaxing

[@jo7127]

I really dislike when people make others feel as if they don’t belong!!! It stinks!! The yarns are beautiful, and such a variety as well, you really got a great deal for these and maybe once the memory of the ‘mean girls’ has faded a bit, you will be able to enjoy the yarn a bit more 😊💛

[@mariebrotherton2664]

Thank You SO MUCH for introducing me to PRIMER YARNS the brand and site !! I am a new customer for life 🎉 Jennifer keep being the wonderful lady you are I hope you and your family have A wonderful weekend

[@shirleybovee3852]

Maybe the way that store deals with the yarn snobs is to overcharge them 😂 It's a win for the mission. LOL

[@sharonmaykovich1165]

Stop the regret. You got some very beautiful yarn. I expect you will be very happy when you're using these yarns!

[@jenniferjensen8538]

I have experienced that LYS feeling too! The bougie knitters are a piece of work! I used to let that kind of stuff get to me but not anymore! If it had been me at the B'more store, I would have said to them excuse me, I'd like to look at the yarn, please! Anyway, I understand about that type of clientele. I'm originally from Maryland, so I know all about those ladies! 😂 I used to work in a bougie grocery store in Bethesda that served the Bethesda, Potomac, Chevy Chase areas. Talk about snooty! 🤣

[@recreationalknittingpodcast]

Very snooty.

[@barbarasturges8020]

You are right, goodwill is to high on their stuff. They don't pay for anything or help anyone.

[@heatherwood756]

Enjoy your yarn. Never let other people rob your joy! (I know - easier said than done sometimes) Well worth the $100!!

[@sondravaxmonsky7047]

I don’t blame you. People don’t care how they treat people. Do you have a tutorial for your headband? Love it.

[@katiefarmer9505]

You need no justification for buying your yarn. You also don't owe anyone an explanation. Love you mrs. Jen! Keep on doing you, your awesome!!!

[@heidib8395]

Hello Jennifer!! I work in a thrift store. We have "entitled" people who stand by our doors and grab everything as soon as we push a cart full out ro be put away! Especially on the day we offer senior discounts!! Just imagine if they were that rude to you how the treat the workers!! It can be frustrating for sure!!

[@gramcracker2023]

I’m so very sorry anyone has to deal with people like that.

[@Desaundrea]

I worked at the Salvation Army so I know what you experience. They really think they aren’t acting out and I always made them wait until I put the carts away. I never tolerated back talk and if you had nothing nice to say to my fellow employees or I then you had to go…PERIOD. I was the first shift supervisor and I made many changes when I started there. So many people stayed away because of the Entitled Ones, but by the time I gave my two weeks and moved on, the store had customers that knew to behave in my store. I check in with my old boss, she still works there and has kept my policies in place. That ScrapB-More needs to do the same. If they can’t be courteous and act like they have sense then they need to leave.

[@japa1271]

People complain about the younger generations all the time but I find it’s the senior citizens that are more likely to be crabby, entitled jerks.

[@npepperc4437]

Why do you consider people entitled if they’re standing there waiting to get some thing because they have the money to get it. There are a lot of less fortunate people who will stand there and do exactly the same thing because they are hoping to be able to get it and they also have the money to stay in there and afford that particular item so just because they’re standing there waiting for something or trying to get into something or guarding. It doesn’t mean that they’re entitled. It just means an item that they really want and they are trying to make sure that they get it.

[@lindadaniel3323]

I can't believe that got all that for a 100 dollars. You did good. You talk so fast I can hardly understand a lot of you words.

[@zenaroseisacat]

As I get older, this type of thing bothers me less and less. I think its because I no longer care what they think. If I really want to annoy them, I kill them with kindness, be their new best friend.

[@maryklenewski7190]

I know that no one can tell you how to fell but, but, take this or leave it. You, my dear, are fabulous! You are a KZbin influencer. You are known around the world. People watch and support you daily. You are sweet and friendly, kind and fun and absolutely charming! As I’ve grown older, I’ve learned that people like you encountered are so miserable in their life they ooze nasty. So, I smile inside and say a prayer for them that they find some way to be happy! Love you!

[@debabbott3058]

Nope. Too expensive 😢

[@carolyncarver6822]

Lady ( the Mary k lenewiski) no truer words than you just said.

[@cynthiadalton7571]

That color looks really good on you! The burgundy glasses and top.

[@vickythoeni3818]

I know how you feel I did grow up shopping thrift stores and still do. My kids grew up with clothes from thrift stores I feel guilty when I bye somthing pricey. If they were richey them why were they on that store. Beautiful yarn you did good.The prices are getting expensive at the thrift store. Thanks for sharing Jennifer 😅😂🎉

[@KnitandCrochet424]

The yarn is very pretty I'm sorry you had such a bad experience at the store. Love your videos girl. Keep having fun shopping for yarn.

[@vegangelist]

I got a fabulous cotton zauerball for a cowl for my sister at an LYS in traverse city. It was about 20-22. The colors are fabulous! I got a denim colored zauerball at the same LYS in TC, in their sale room, for about 10 dollars. Sadly, there was ONLY one. I LOVE, love, LOVE denim colored yarns! When Michael's had the pantone bamboo yarns, there was an indigo color and I bought them out more than once. LOL

[@skeeterhennen9274]

It was absolutly worth it. Stop feeling quilty because I would for sure buy it. I wish I were near there but I live in southern Georgia. Love it

[@dimitratzamtzis2018]

I love my local thrift store! I have found some vintage, expensive high end yarn for very reasonable prices. My favourite find was emerald green mohair yarn (permanently moth-proofed) that matched a mohair coat my mom had in the '60s (the yarn was probably from that time or close because the ball band was individually typed with a typewriter!). I made a lace shawl for her 80th birthday and she loves it. If you did not enjoy your visit to the store, no need to apologize to anyone. Just do what pleases you. I've not experienced anyone grabbing something out of my hand but have experienced other shoppers purposefully blocking my view/way to the merchandise. You got some really nice yarn.

[@keith4247]

You are great..First time seeing your channel. You made me laugh so hard when you were talking about the entitled ladies. You taught me alot about different brands of yarns, so Thank you..😂 Nancy

[@janetladd5758]

You made me laugh in a good way! I have turned into a yarn snob, I just really hate red ❤, I do use acrylics though. I really love your chain. The gold is so shiny.

[@fridayvanpelt3477]

Hello Jennifer, This is my first time seeing you and I find you very refreshing with your down to earth adititude. The yarns you acquired were meant to be yours or you wouldn't have found them or tolerated the other females. I am looking forward to seeing more of your posts. I am going to look for the stores you mentioned, in East Texas...❤

[@joanneentwistle7653]

Can I just say that a few of those skeins gave off a distressed vibe, like one of those biddies was whipping them around! Yes, $100 is a lot for rescued yarn, and I'm Canadian! That being said, some of the yarn was exquisite, and it was an opportunity to buy yarn that would not necessarily be within an affordable price range.

[@XiniaR72]

I hope you can one day laugh about how icky the clients were one day. The yarn is amazing and so worth it.

[@linbress5823]

I have a box of old Workbasket magazines that my mother had. Most are from the 30's and 40's. Love going thru them and finding patterns.

[@novaconetta1577]

I'm here in Baltimore Maryland and had never heard about that store. You got some very pretty things for a great price. And sounds like maybe a LYS went out of business. Also, It's worth it to get the annual pass to the aquarium even if you go just once because the regular price is super high. Glad you had a fun family trip!

[@maryb6872]

The yarn is beautiful and well worth it especially if it brings you joy. Don't let those biddies get under your skin. You never have to see them again. Can you imagine being related to them? :D

[@thryssinstitches9655]

Jennifer don't do it girl!!! You will break your addi! Mine addi is broken right now because I used Bulky yarn in it.

[@Jujubeaeri]

Have you tried Little Knits in Washington? They have koigu yarn at great prices. I’m also not a Noro fan because of the “hay” 😂😂😂😂. The colors are beautifully saturated but the coarseness is a no for me!

[@conniehalloran5066]

Jen the sense of entitlement is my pet peeve . I just cannot stand that ! Enjoy your yarn ! You deserve every single strand !💕

[@kellyopondue]

That's an uncomfortable experience! If you're ever in Nashville they have one of those types of stores. I think it's called smart crafts and they hire disabled workers. I've never been there but it's looks very nice 💜

[@wyckedgranny2666]

I so agree with you on the pricing. If it's a thrift store, it needs to be low enough to consider it thrifty! I have not been to any here in years now, because they priced themselves right out of my business. A fact I informed them of as I was leaving... if I can buy it new for a buck or two more, why would I get it here??? I'm not quite as nice are you are, Jen. Or maybe it's cuz at my age, my allotment of taking crap off people has run out! But you did get some great stuff. I wouldn't recognize the brands of most of them before, but I will now! Love you!

[@sherryjohnson1249]

Yes. It was worth spending $100 on yarn that at full retail price was $236. Any way you look at it, that was an awesome deal! Now the stuck up snobby customers in the store that were acting like witches with a "B", I would've told them off or left taking my money somewhere else. All the yarn you picked are beautiful.

[@bettyloumallet7081]

Those are gorgeous high end yarns and my antenna would be up too if they were out and then all that almost over night. Well worth $100

[@sharondensmore5052]

Good morning Jen you definitely need to go back to that store just to see if those bitty's are there. This makes me think of Pretty Woman when they wouldn't serve her and she went elsewhere and then came back with arms full and said something to the lady that wouldn't serve her. You got some fantastic buys that in it self was well worth it. Thanks for showing us the yummy yarn.

[@melfinasmagic]

I had a purse put aside for me at our local goodwill and another lady waited and told a different worker it was hers and paid for it. When I told the worker who put the purse aside for me she didn’t do anything about it so the woman was able to effectively steal it from me. It was the only VeraBradley purse I’ve ever seen made in denim fabric, and I’ve never seen another one anywhere, so it must be rare.

[@amoreenagilbert]

I would've left that store.... 👏👏👏👏 for staying and spending 💰 there. Beautiful yarn

[@lizm2989]

No one should ever made to feel they don't belong. You did get some beautiful yarn though. Thank you for sharing. 💜

[@cynthiaosgood3804]

I live near an upper crust contuing care community, talk about old, entitled Biddies! These people go to the grocery store, and let the games begin...you all know what I mean! As far as LYS goes, I don't even dare step into mine as a crocheter. Love your yarn haul, Jen. Sounded like a chore getting it. Sorry it was so nasty there. Baltimore is a beautiful city. Like everywhere else, good folks and bad folks. I really do love the yarns. I hope you enjoyed the Aquarium. Its so much fun there.

[@katherynanderson8527]

Hi Jennifer. The yarn you chose is beautiful. I'm sorry that you had such a bad experience. Don't let anyone make you feel bad. It just shows that you are better than them.

[@brendascuccimarri8138]

Thanks for sharing your haul. I don’t do any kind of thrift stores, I don’t know why except for the fact I don’t like to pick through stuff. I don’t do Marshall’s, TJ Max and stores like that either. I’m not really a shopper, I want to go in get my stuff and get out. I don’t want to seem snobby, but that’s just the way I am, maybe I’ll try again sometime

[@Saucula]

You should be very thrilled with the beautiful haul you got. ❤ Let yourself be happy with those great yarns. But i'm the same and would never go back.😊

[@annettegraff8323]

Such silliness from grown people ! I liked the first yarn for mixing with others for scarfs n afghans. I also love the Hanks and like you have been saving them for the right project! I'm going thru old magazines and looking for patterns I can use as a jumping off point for my " recipe" 😂 Its def the thrill of the hunt but I wouldn't go there again either ❤ I had more fun at HL and the customers are definitely friendlier! Especially the young woman and her adorable toddler son who did nothing but smile last Wednesday! ❤

[@debbiegray4989]

You got some beautiful yarn and you will have so much fun with it. I laughed at the "Karens" you encountered. To bad they can't have fun with their craft and express the joy it brings them, but maybe they have never found joy in yarn. I get into such good discussions in yarn isles. My hubby will ask who that was that I was talking with and of course I have no idea, but she loves yarn too....He just shakes his head and I laugh.

[@ambisherman6125]

Good morning Jen, I think the yarn was well worth it .However; the experience would have made me walk out without it. Have a wonderful day 😘

[@kristypaynter4409]

I agree, 75% off or more on retail is what I expect, especially since it is donated for free to these places.(Goodwill is the worst) I am glad I haven't gone there yet. When you mentioned the scrap place in Richmond I looked up the locations and thought maybe I'd make a trip to that one, one day...but the hours they are open are weird! Lol However that is always my luck, I have it on my forehead for people like that to find me, it is like my drama button that doesn't wash off!😂😂 My husband always says...the crazies just find you, you are such a magnet for the Drama Queens! *Sigh* yup, yup I am too nice and they see through me quickly. 🙄 I am glad you found some nice yarn though and still 50% isn't bad. I'm sad for juju. I like to think that karma finds inpatient people like that sometimes and juju's golden find just wasn't there but will be around the corner for her soon. Luckily you found your German ball, can't wait to see that worked up as a cowl from your addi. Hugs to juju, tell her to hang in there, good vibes to her, and it says a lot about how she handled it too. Xoxo❤❤❤

[@catherinepate8487]

I just found you on KZbin! I want to thank you for being so open and honest about yourself and your work. I think your work is absolutely beautiful! And yes, you spent your $100 very well. I looked up the German yarn, and I really want to knit with it. Wool and the Gang is also a dream of mine. Congratulations on your find. I knit, but I want to learn to crochet. I have 2 knit projects that I need to finish, and then I will pick up my Mom's crochet hooks and give ot a go. Have a wonderful day!

[@Me_Ewe_and_Yarn_Cheryl]

If that's the type of clientele the store usually has, then that may be why the prices are higher than other thrift stores. They know the WEW's will buy it thinking they got a bargain because they didn't pay retail.

[@moniquerobinson5206]

Just stumbled on your channel. You are so sweet in your story telling. I also feel the same about material on sale. I have to feel it & visualized a finished project. I too, knit mostly Nordic sweaters for my family & friends, from size 2 to 42, socks, toques mitts, slippers, what every I want to tackle. Love to crochet Afghans (currently have over 100 in different sizes & colours) & can’t seem to sell them. So I donate to single parent homes, Hospices, shipped some to US I think Texas. I overdid a purchase 2 yrs ago….saved my money & purchased yarn in the amount of $2500.00 in a large variety of colour. That made me giddy like you wouldn’t believe. But have yet to purchase yarn from a thrift store. I will have to check that out for sure. You never have enough yarn. Thanks a bunch for a fun video. Will certainly watch out for those ‘entitled, bougie’ clients! Stay safe, stay healthy. Oh by the way, when I have booboos because of the yarns, I treat my hands at night. Saturate with lotion & wear cotton gloves, overnight. Helps a bit. Au revoir, for now. 🙏❤️🇨🇦

[@treasuresmadefromyarn]

I am sorry you had a bad experience. The yarn looks great!

[@angieparker-thomas7001]

Jen you've been making my day this past week what a hoot, don't let those old biddies get to you, if their better than the rest what are they doing in a thrift store.. their probably watching your channel as you talk about them 😅. We love you!!!

[@susan8087]

Hey Jennifer, Age doesn't excuse ignorance ( as they were being) I'm up in the age also, but with that I have learned respect, plus a whole lot of other things. 1 is age doesn't entitle them anything except that they will die before you (lol) and you get to keep on shopping long after they are gone. You are an inspiration to me and everyone else who knows you. Hang in there.

[@cindysheen7417]

I just found you ! So glad to meet you! I save my favorite yarns too! I’m afraid to make things with my favorites….. because the projects might not turn out like i hope. Its scary!!! Not many people understand that!

[@AGL01772]

I adore Zauberball for knitted shawls. Great find at $7.00!

[@bubba6381]

Do you hibernate your thrift store woollen yarn in the freezer before you add them into the craft room in case they have come from a moth infested stash

[@karensmith7816]

Hi jen from Cornwall UK, I've just today put my first order in with Premier yarns, I bought 20 skeins of every day anti pill dots in the colour cozy unfortunately the shipping was about the same cost as the yarn but I love the look of it so much thank you xxx

[@melaniecrochets]

You got the hidden gems for sure! Great score & eff them ladies!

[@kimberlyrogers0804]

I know what you mean about the prices in these stores. I took my daughter and granddaughter to a second hand baby store and everything in there was only about $3 less than retail. I went home and just ordered the stuff brand new. It wasn’t worth the trip to that store.

[@barbaraculwell4812]

I think you got a marvelous selection of yarn. Sorry you had to deal with rude customers. I think you should go back whenever you get a chance. You deserve to get some of the really good stuff too.

[@marieallen5271]

Jennifer, everything was worth it, they are so beautiful!!! You deserve every bit you bought. Ignore those ignorant people, they don't matter. They can't see, their noses are to high in the air!!! Love you xoxoxo

[@gailcates2941]

I don't knit anymore, I sew but this came up on my page and I thrift a lot so listened. I lived in Germany 50 yrs ago. I loved their yarn. I made my oldest a sweater that washed and lasted so well that my 3 other kids born later could still wear it and it still looked like new. Never found yarn like that after we left, and I looked where we lived allover. ( My husband was Air Force) I crochet towel tops if I use yarn now, can't work with the small stuff anymore. It was nice listening to you , and nice yarn.

[@lynnesanders8215]

Perhaps you could put some of your speciality yarns into a family heirloom blanket.😊 one to pass down hopefully one day to your grandchildren and great grandchildren. That would really make all your anxiety about it worthwhile ❤😊😅 Love always Lynne x

[@clairegriffiths4536]

Yes it is worth spending the money for the nice yarn that you bought. Sorry for the bad experience at the store.

[@delladearest2511]

Those hanks are beautiful and looking forward to what you make with it!

[@lorihuff6702]

I love seeing all you got. I really like the kinda rainbow one you got. I'm not familiar with any of the brands though. I have heard of a couple from another yarn channel. We all get used to certain kinds, I am used to the plain acrylic stuff 😅. Loved your video and your, sorry for the wall guards.

[@vtredneck8349]

My favorite Thrift Store in Wallingford Vermont will put 2 hanks in a zip lock bag and they mark them for about 10 to 12. The first time I went I spent 35 and got about 40 skeins of yarn. I stop in regularly as you never know what your going to find. I even picked up a pair of Danskos for 35 and were almost new

[@karlagcastro3235]

Hi Jennifer. It’s totally worth it! ENJOY IT!!!😊🧶

[@lydiaberg5392]

Jennifer I cannot wait craft reused store hear what thrift store you're never going to go to again and why? Happy Friday Jennifer! I cannot wait to see the yarn! I am not a fan of the blue Playard and I don't think $3 and some odd cents is inexpensive for a thrift store quico Hanks are very pretty I just happen to not like using Hanks cuz I don't have anything to make them into cakes! Then that was a great by! The sour ball looks really beautiful I love the look of the watermelon ball!❤

[@alexastirling4385]

Wow!! Some great bargains and such beautiful yarns. 🧶

[@thryssinstitches9655]

Ok! I'm working with noro silk garden for the first time and I noticed those little sticks too!! I thought it was just me

[@CinnamonStitches]

Right?!

[@cindytipps1924]

I love too make scrappy granny row afghans with the small yarn skeins of yarn. And they are so fun to make and are just super beautiful when done ❤❤❤❤

[@UtahGmaw99]

My daughter works at a thrift shop near us. She has told me stories of people rush them when they brought out new stuff. It's a mad house and worse on saturdays. She has known people who have gotten hurt when this happens. Mean nasty and grabby. It is awful that people are so selfcentered and nasty these days. Not everyone but most are I think.

[@donnamessick6329]

I’m in Southern Delaware and there is a store in Bethany Beach that made me feel the same way. They have such nice, different yarns, but it seemed that I felt like a second class citizen when I said I crochet. 😂 Not by the sales woman, but the people shopping in there. It was such an uncomfortable feeling. I’m hesitant to go back, but would love to explore their yarn collection for special pieces. So weird.

[@wandagonzalez3311]

Hi Jenn, I know the guilt feeling of what you are talking about. It's called "I'm a mom". I always and still do put my family 1st. Mom comes last, I mostly did this when buying clothes, undergarments etc. I started crocheting. around 2015-16. do you know last week was the 1st time I made something for myself, and I can't even wear this. lol I made a hanging plant. when I buy yarn what goes through my mind is which color goes with which persons favorite colors. my favorite color is purples, but I love all colors as well, so how much purple do I have? very little, so yeah Jenn, you are a mom 1st, cinnamon 2nd, and Jenn last. God bless

[@sandraw321]

That’s ok because when you talked about your experience it was priceless and you said something that needed to be said ! I am a knitter too but I can really see what you were getting at because people like that have a selfish attitude. So glad you got an awesome haul Jennifer. Come back to the 757 Refuse when they move to MacArthur mall .

[@CinnamonStitches]

I definitely want to come down when they open back up

[@LadyDee150]

So annoying to have to deal with people like that but you certainly got some good deals. All that gorgeous yarn you showed is definitely worth what you paid. Sorry you had to bear so much unpleasantness to get that beautiful stash 🥰

[@gailgaddy5340]

That was interesting. I live in south Florida and encounter those kinds of people almost every where I shop. I have just walked away many times and I’m old 78 😫 such is life. I stopped selling for that reason any of my crochet items. The buyers are uneducated on yarns used, and think you are overpriced. Nice haul for the $.

[@annettethompson2723]

Beautiful score of the year this beats hobby hauls alllll day. Beautiful expensive yarns worth allllll you 100 bucks. Enjoy. I love the looks of those socks but I don’t care for hand made socks so yes a beautiful scarf is going to be amazing 😃😃😃

[@rachelbrown9884]

The smile on your face tells me it is worth the money x

[@kathywelch8722]

You got some beautiful yarn…if you are happy with what you purchased then it’s worth what you paid for it. Just enjoy it. 💜🙏🏻

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Sorry you did not have a good feeling about the store which happend! don't worry about snobs your just as good as them maybe even better!!! You did get some lovely yards, thank youso much for sharing!!!! God Bless hugs Liz x

[@JeanneDeDesigns]

Against my better judgment I went into Micheals as I was in the area. I had said nope never going again. I bought yarn I had wanted 30% off. But then I get to front and I had to check myself out. Usually not against this , but my old ladies were missing and now you have to get your coupons to work. Sooooo here I come Mary maxim and Premier.

[@kathycrouch2291]

You got some beautiful yarn at a wonderful price. You did belong there. Have been to thrift stores and you do not find the expensive yarn at them. Craft reuse is different.

[@chaliceguard4575]

Yes, Jen, the yarn is worth $100 if it brings you pleasure and helps you to share your joy of crocheting/knitting. So, enjoy with no guilt! 😍 Also, do not let anyone steal your joy (e.g. the snobby shoppers).

[@XiniaR72]

The denim blend would make a great toteif you add lining. We're with a Jean or Jean jacket

[@judypetett888]

I wish I could get Homespun to work in my Addis but, nope. I nearly got a sweater completed, knitting by hand, and decided I don't like it and will RiP it. The stitches are hard to see. I just don't know what I'm going to do with all of this off-white Homespun. When snobs act like they do, don't let them control you negatively. Say a prayer for them, because they will get their "reward" someday.

[@delladearest2511]

Homespun is one of my least favorite yarns

[@beththoreson9216]

You got good deals at the thrift store! Maybe give it some time sand go back to the thrift store one more time since it was the clientele and not the store itself. Maybe you will have a better experience.

[@alexastirling4385]

You're not alone.....I suffer from shoppers guilt as well. I feel as if I have to justify every thing I buy even though I spend little and most of the yarn I buy is to make items to sell at a stall at my local craft market. I do sympathize with you.

[@jlkulit]

If the yarn makes you happy, then YES!!!! it was worth it.

[@francesdurietz750]

Jennifer the yarn was worth the money and you don’t have to prove yourself to others because they are no better than you are in fact you are better than they are and I love your videos.I live in Queensland Australia and high end yarn is very expensive here .I am looking forward to Crochet Guild of Australia Conference in June and I am going to be buying beautiful hand dyed yarns.I am also looking forward to visiting some of the yarn stores In Sydney where the conference is being held.