About Stitches of Erie

Hi there!

About the Store

Stitches of Erie arose out of a need for a crafting community store and space in the Erie area. Shortly after moving to Erie, the sole LYS at the time closed (RIP Rustic & Refined). Yet it felt like Kristen was meeting new crafters each week! Stiches of Erie's mission is to craft community one stitch at a time by offering yarn products, notions, classes, and events. Join us along this journey, both online and in person at the physical shop located on the first floor of the warehouse of Grounded Printshop at 1902 Cherry St., Erie, PA 16508. Soft opening was December 13, 2025. Grand opening is January 16, 2026, 5pm-8pm.

About the Owner 

I’m Kristen, a crafter who originated in Mississippi, called Boston home for most of my life, and now I live in Erie, PA. I'm the owner and founder of Stitches of Erie. I’ve done some version of yarn craft for almost as long as I can remember (okay, realistically, probably since age 10-ish), and found the most enjoyment out of knitting, followed by cross-stitching and crochet. I love the challenge of a new pattern and making custom pieces unique to each recipient.

Besides crafting, I’m also a spouse, a psychology researcher, a pet mom, an ordained minister (you can often catch me at Erie Episcopal's Radiant Faith services), and a lover of animals! 

Thanks for stopping by and supporting local!