Fancy Tiger Crafts

Our last craft night is 10/29 next Tuesday! Bring your tissues, snacks, drinks, and good memories as we send off FTC!

If you are interested in continuing a community craft night our friend Karen has offered to organize one!

Simply email Karen at [email protected] and she'll get you set up with all the details on the next meet up!

You rock Karen!

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If you've been in the shop you know we've started taking down fixtures and merchandising/storage items. We've got it all up for sale, wire grid walls, storage cubbies and cabinets, merchandising items, shipping supplies, stools and more!

Those extra special items however are being auctioned off! That's right we've got our beloved library card catalog, community table, custom hand built cashwrap, and custom merchandising table up for auction!

https://forms.gle/QVX4LRjfrRGebw6z8

Link in instagram bio!

Huge shoutout to all those online shoppers, THANK YOU! We have loved you so so much and wish you all the best!

TOMORROW 10/24 is the last day to place an online order with Fancy Tiger Crafts!

Place those last minute orders with us before our online store is put to rest.

We are still offering 30% off our regular priced items online and in store.
Last chance to get knitting needles, embroidery Floss, thread, FTC T-shirts, FTC printed patterns & more !

Fellow craft and other retail stores, this is your last chance to stock up on your favorite Fancy Tiger Crafts sewing and quilting patterns! We have a variety of patterns available for wholesale purchase! If you would like to stock up on patterns for your store email us at [email protected]

Since this is your last chance to stock up on these retail items for your store we will be offering price breaks for larger quantity orders! Get them now before it's too late!

Hitting our shelves one last time is our dear friend ! Come shop Heron Hills collection of adorable stuffed felt kits one last time and be sure to give them a follow!

We see you Purl the Fancy Tiger! 🐯🌈✨

Wow we love Anna’s first ever finished knitted garment! The Me Oh my Tee by Park Williams is a great t-shirt style knitting pattern we featured in our spring KAL!

Made from Mojave Smoke this linen blend makes a great t-shirt. Breathable and available in amazing colors Mojave is a great yarn choice!

Shop Mojave now!

In case you missed it we put up our October classes! We have a lot to offer this month but wanted to focus on two new classes!

The Weekender Tote Workshop is a 3 part workshop where you elevate your sewing skills and create an amazing reversible giant tote bag! This tote is an extra-large cotton and canvas fabric bag perfect for weekend getaways! This bag features six extra-deep pockets and exterior carry straps perfect for a yoga mat, jacket, or small blanket. You will learn to construct a lined tote with in-seam pockets, and rolled handles. You're going to love this bag!

Finished Bag Measurements: ~17"L x 24" W x 4" D

Required Material: 1.5-yards cotton canvas + 1- yard cotton fabric

Sewing 201: Apron Class is an update to our previous apron class and we think you'll love the changes! Level up your sewing skills by learning to sew a simple and practical apron! In this class you'll learn to make a smock style apron full of pockets!

Materials Required(sold separately):

1-yard canvas fabric + 1-yard cotton fabric, OR 2-yards total of coordinating fabric

Fall is just a few days away and these cooler days have us feeling inspired!

From NOW until 9/25 11:59pm take 25% almost the entire store!

In-store and online, no code needed!

Join us for our third annual handmade clothing swap!

Bring any loved but not quite right for you garments that you may have in your closet to swap for something that may work better, as well as to hopefully find good homes for those items that just aren’t working.

This swap is for fully constructed- knit, crocheted, sewn, etc.- items only. Please save any raw materials or stash for our spring stash swap.

When: September 24th, 5-8pm

Where: 3421 South Broadway, Englewood, CO

Join us for the last day of our Road Trip Sock Yarn Pop-up!

When: Sunday, September 15th 11am-5pm

Where: Fancy Tiger Crafts Co-op, 3421 S. Broadway, Englewood CO 80113

We'll have a selection of Ali's beautiful hand dyed yarns available all weekend for your shopping pleasure!

Join Ali this afternoon, Sept. 15th from 2 to 4pm to say hi and ask any questions you might have about yarn dying, knitting, crochet, and fiber.

WOW! WOW! What a weekend! Our Tigers have really blown us away! You made donations and shopped online and signed up for classes! To everyone who has given so far thank you SO much. You have gotten us so close to our goal for the month.

We are hoping for a final push to get that last $5,000 to reach our $25,000 goal for September! If you’ve already given or can’t afford to, please consider sharing one of our informational Go Fund Me reels with your friends and family!

We also have spots left in a lot of our September and October classes! Add to your existing knowledge by learning a new technique like Tunisian Crochet or Portuguese knitting. Sign up a kiddo in your life for one of our many kids classes. Or gift a class like needle felting or visible mending to a crafty friend.

Your support so far has been outstanding and we can’t thank you enough. Our community means the world to us and you’ve made it clear that we are an integral part of your lives as well. Any help over this next milestone is greatly appreciated!

Also a huge thanks to Alissa Hansen () for this beautiful watercolor of our little store front!

As we get ready for the trunk show next weekend check out these beautiful custom Fancy Tiger yarns Ali hand dyed for us!

It’s time to slip those Tiger beans into some new socks don’t you think?!

We are excited to announce next weekend, Saturday & Sunday September 14th & 15th, is our Meow Wolf Makers Mask-Making Workshop X FTC! Join us for a workshop where you will explore creative character design and development by making a one-of-a-kind mask! We are so excited to see what you create and how bring our unique supplies to life once more!

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn the fundamentals of character design and mask-making. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a theater enthusiast, or just love the idea of bringing unique characters to life, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the art of character creation from start to finish.

What to Expect:

Character Conceptualization: Dive into the basics of character design, including personality development, visual traits, and backstory creation. Learn how to conceive a character that resonates with your artistic vision.

Design Techniques: Explore various design techniques to translate your character’s traits into visual form.

Mask Creation: Using upcycled materials, you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind mask that embodies your character. This eco-friendly approach encourages creativity while promoting sustainability.

Guided Instruction: Our expert instructor will provide step-by-step guidance throughout the process, from initial concept to finished mask. No prior experience is necessary!

Age 14+

Tickets available through tickets.meowwolf.com and linked in our instagram bio

Join us as we team up with Ali Pate from Road Trip Sock Yarn for a 2 day Pop-up!

When: Saturday, September 14th 11am-6pm
&
Sunday, September 15th 11am-5pm

Where: Fancy Tiger Crafts Co-op, 3421 S. Broadway, Englewood CO 80113

We are so excited to be partnering with our friend Ali Pate for a two day Road Trip Sock Pop-Up shop next weekend!

We'll have a selection of Ali's beautiful hand dyed yarns available all weekend for your shopping pleasure!

Join Ali Sunday, Sept. 15th from 2 to 4pm to say hi and ask any questions you might have about yarn dying, knitting, crochet, and fiber.

Out of town or can't make it? No worries we have all the yarn available online as well! There is a limited amount so be sure to snag some while you can!

"When the Daytime Linen from Flax & Twine came in I was immediately attracted to the rust brown colors. It's one of my favorite colors every and it looked so cool and graphic hanging next to the black and white yarn. I just knew I wanted to make a summer linen garment with those three colors together! I was stuck trying to figure out what to make until Marta suggested the Color Quadrant Top by James Watts!"

Check out more of Judy's experience knitting the Color Quadrant Top by on our blog!

Gofundme update!

THANK YOU

to everyone who has donated, shared our story, signed up for a class, or made a purchase with us recently, we wouldn't be here today without your support!

We want to be fully transparent tell you we were expecting approval of a loan in August that has now been pushed to January. This would have directly boosted inventory and secured more time in our new shop! Without this loan though we will struggle to get through this month and keep the shelves stocked. Donations are more important now than ever.

So far this year we have raised $16,631 toward our total goal of $50,000 to help us us recover the cost of our move in January. These funds go directly into helping us keep our doors open and lights on. Contributing to our overall income, all donations are used to cover our expenses ranging from rent, to payroll, to inventory restocks.

We are hoping to reach $25,000 raised by September 30th!

With thousands of followers globally our community can make quite the impact- even a small donation or sharing our story can make a big difference for us.

We are asking you again to please consider making a one time donation or to please share our story with you community, make a purchase, or sign up for a class!

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Check off all of the boxes on your back to school and autumn crafting lists and help us bid summer a sweet farewell as we gear up for the cooler months ahead!

As a special Labor Day treat take 20% off the entire store!

In-store and online, no code needed!

Sale ends Monday, September 2nd at midnight (11:59pm MST)

Nani Iro organic cotton double gauze is back on our shelves and we couldn't be happier about it! These are lightweight, beautiful, and perfect for all of your end of summer sewing needs. Don't sleep on these as they likely won't last long! ⁠
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Meet CharLee! CharLee is one of our newest instructors as well as an accomplished knitter. You may have had the pleasure of meeting CharLee already if you've come by for Knit Help Night!

Get to know her a little more and check out this blog post about her experience knitting Look At My Holes (V.1.1) by James N Watts!

Check out Marta's Blog Post on her experience making the Vacation Vest by Park Williams out of Daytime Linen from Flax & Twine!

"I love the easy, breezy, simple, pastoral (Hobbiton?) vibe of this vest. It is such a fun and quick project to whip up- the pattern didn’t lie when it said I’d be one in no time!"

Linkin bio and on our website!

Ink Lounge x FTC CommuniTee-Shirt Pop Up!

Now that we have a candidate that brings some life to the election it's time to give you a way to show your support!

How it Works:

Bring Your Own T-Shirt(s) or use one of our FREE blanks!

Limit 1 free shirt per person while supplies last. You can bring additional shirts or totes and print 1 extra item at a time. Additional items are OK, but you will need to go to the end of the line to allow others the chance to print.
PLEASE NOTE: Items must be smooth, no pockets, zippers, etc. in print area.

Printing is Also FREE!

With a little guidance you get to screen print your own shirt. There are also hand-held dryers so you can dry the shirts and start wearing and supporting right away!
Printing will be done in blank ink, which will all colors of shirts except really dark or black
Available Tee blanks in adult sizes through XXL in neutral colors- white and grey
When: Sunday, August 25t from 1-2:30pm

Where: Fancy Tiger Crafts Co-op, 3421 S. Broadway, Englewood CO 80113

The Wild & Wooly Colorado Yarn Crawl has officially started! We hope to see you all at our new location at 3421 S. Broadway!

Come by to get your passports stamped, collect your exclusive 2024 stitch marker, and enter our prize drawing!

For the duration of the crawl, Saturday, 8/3 through Sunday 8/11

Spend $150+, get $25 off of your ENTIRE purchase!

*Promotion valid in store and online. Use the code "Wild&Wooly24” at checkout when shopping online. Promotion ends August 9th 6:00 pm MST in store, and 11:59 pm MST online.

Are you ready for a YARN CRAWL!?

This Saturday, August 3rd, join us as we we kick off the 2nd annual Colorado Wild & Wooly Yarn Crawl!

This event is dedicated to showcasing local yarn shops along the Colorado Front Range.

Stop by our new location at 3421 S. Broadway to get your passports stamped and collect your exclusive 2024 stitch marker!

This year we're bringing you limited edition hand dyed yarn, a brand new FREE crochet pattern designed by our very own Dorian Owen, and of course our annual prize drawing!

In the meantime, here's a sneak peek at our

Vintage Square Knot Pouch Pattern (Pattern available in store and online starting Saturday August 3rd!) and our exclusive yarn!

Meet Lavender Haze!
DK Weight Organic Cotton
A majestic and picturesque purple yarn, with hues reminiscent of the Rockies at Sunset. Dyed specially for the Wild and Wooly yarn Crawl by co-op member Judy Lee.

Available in-store only.

Check out Judy’s blog post where she makes a Classic Camisole by Darling J'adore from our Skein of the Month Club Yarn, Midsommar by Hue Loco.

“While in the search for the perfect top down tank top (I still haven’t found it btw) I came across this very casual, goes with anything tank, and immediately added it to my library on Ravelry. Once the June SOTM yarn came in I immediately thought of this pattern.”

Read more about Judy’s experience on our blog/journal under the about tab on our website or linkin bio!

While you’re there sign up for our Skein of the Month Club to get exclusive yarn just like this!

In case you missed it, we are having a Summer Camp Sale! For a limited time take;

10% OFF 1 item

20% OFF 2 items

30% OFF 3 or more items!

Discount Applied automatically at checkout, no code needed!

Featured in the sale are our Stuff Sack Kits!

Make your very own stuff sacks for camping or everyday use with one of our 18th anniversary limited edition kits! Perfect for organizing and storing supplies and goodies on the go.

Each kit makes 1 large, or 2 small and 1 medium, or 2 medium or 4 small sacks.

Kit includes:

1 Fat Quarter Nylon
2 yards Elastic Cording
4 Cord locks
Sewing Instructions