The Knitting Cup in Georgetown provides yarn-based project supplies, one-on-one or small group lessons

“I am a lifetime learner and teacher,” Kunz said. “My dad worked with leather, [and] my mom could sew and cook just about anything, so it was only natural that I took up crafting and knitting.”

Kunz said she learned how to knit over 40 years ago, but it was not until the early 2000s when she felt like she could teach someone else.

“Now, people can come to me with any project, problem or question, and I can show them how to fix it,” Kunz said.

Kunz said customers can ask for help on a project in-store. She also offers one-on-one or small-group lessons. Similarly, she can hand-pick materials for her customers.

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Kunz encourages anyone interested in knitting to give her a call.

“It’s easy, and I can help get you started,” Kunz said.

Knitting necessities

The Knitting Cup has all the necessities to pursue a yarn-based craft. While there are differences, shop owner Shawnee Kunz said once you learn one technique, the others are not that hard to learn.

• Knitting: involves continuous interlocking loops of yarn using two long needles
• Crocheting: uses a single hook to hook the loops together directly on the piece
• Weaving: involves using a loom to interlace two sets of threats at right angles to each other
• Macrame: a creative knotting technique made by tying cotton or rope materials into patterns

102 E. University Ave., Georgetown

512-869-2182

www.theknittingcup.com

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., closed Sun.