Community Highlights: Meet Jacquie Turner of Pink Tiger Fabric and Yarn

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jacquie Turner.

Hi Jacquie, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I’ve been a crafter for years; I remember learning to sew on my mom’s sewing machine when I was 6. When I went to Divinity school, I made stoles for my colleagues who couldn’t be ordained because of their sexuality or gender identity. I’ve quilted and knit and crocheted ever since. But I never thought I’d own a fabric and yarn shop! That is, until I heard that my local yarn shop in Avondale, Fiber Parts, was closing. I reached out to the owner to ask what I could possibly do to help… and after talking with her more, I decided the time was right to open a shop of my own. I bought her inventory, and a few weeks later, I’m here!

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It’s definitely a steep learning curve, owning a brick and mortar business. Especially one that requires so many different wholesale relationships. The biggest surprise was learning how garment fabric and quilting cotton operate on totally different sales cycles (quilting cotton can take up to 6 months to be delivered!).

We’ve been impressed with Pink Tiger Fabric and Yarn, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
I’m proud to offer a third space to creatives to just come and be. We have a weekly Fiber circle on Sundays from 11-2; show up with your current WIP and someone else will be here with theirs.

I’m also proud to be able to offer a wide variety of fabric and yarn while still maintaining a curated aesthetic. It helps to build confidence. It’s important to me that people can walk in and say, “yep, I can make something.”

Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
I love how open Wyldwood Creative is — they’re a fabric shop in Washington State, and their Instagram has been incredibly helpful to me learn the ropes of owning a creative business.

Pricing:

• Yarn ranges from $8/skein up to $35/skein (for locally hand-dyed wool).
• Fabric yardage starts at $10 (for some of our solid cottons), up to $14 for some of our linens and woven shirting, and our Merchant & Mills runs $60/yard.
• Most kits range between $20-$35
• When you buy a hank of yarn, we’ll wind it for you! First one is on us, after that it’s $1/each.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://pinktigerfabrics.com
• Instagram: https://Instagram.com/pinktigerfabrics
• Facebook: https://Facebook.com/pinktigerfabrics