Books. Yarn. Community.
A cozy romance bookstore & yarn shop in Ellettsville
What you’ll find here
Romance Books
Curated romance reads, from bestsellers to hidden gems you’ll fall in love with.
Yarn & Supplies
Soft, beautiful yarns and tools for every level, from beginner to experienced maker.
Events & Classes
Book signings, story times, knit-alongs, classes, and events for readers and makers of all ages.
What is happening?
Join us for our September Book Club as we discuss Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne, a cozy fantasy filled with magic, romance, books, and tea.
Community Granny Square Project
Help us create a special handmade welcome for Sutton Foster when she visits IU Auditorium on October 6!
Contribute a 5″ x 5″ knit or crochet square in IU Crimson or Cream using any pattern you like.
Drop off at Knitting Romance by September 25.
Calling all ACOTAR fans! 🌙✨ Join us at Knitting Romance for a magical Midnight Release Party celebrating A Court of Splintered Harmony!
Stop by September 18, 4–5 PM to buy popcorn or donate in support of Pack 173 and Troop 173.
Tea Blending Workshop
Join us for a cozy evening of tea blending at Knitting Romance!
All materials are provided. Register here
Book Devourers
September Book Giveaway
One entry for every fall- or spooky-themed book you read!
Local Events
Bloomington
Wool & Fiber Festival
Local Vendor Spotlight
Anna
JMO Clay Creations is a local maker creating handmade stitch markers and accessories. Each piece is crafted using lightweight polymer clay and hypoallergenic findings.
Sarah
Elllie & Ry is a local crochet business specializing in handmade crochet plushies and crafted pieces. Knitting Romance sells her notions, notion kits, and plushies in the store.
Keller
Keller Makemson is a Bloomington-based graphic designer and multidisciplinary artist whose work spans illustration, ceramics, fiber arts, painting, murals, and book cover design. Her first knitwear pattern, the Book Lover’s Beanie, debuted at Knitting Romance, where the pattern and kit, along with her stickers and postcards, is available. A library worker and lifelong book and yarn enthusiast, she has been crocheting and knitting since childhood. Find more of her work on Instagram, Facebook, Ravelry, Etsy, or her website.
Nino
After more than 30 years in the visual arts and communications field, Nino traded city life for a homestead in the Hoosier National Forest, where he discovered a passion for woodworking. Knitting Romance carries a variety of his artwork, food-safe bowls and plates, and yarn bowls. Lean more about his work here.
Cyndi
Hive Renewed transforms vintage and broken knitting needles into unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry. Inspired by a love of knitting, creativity, and reuse, each piece gives forgotten materials a new life while celebrating individuality and sustainability.
Knitting Romance in the news!
Knitting Romance has been featured by WRTV and The Herald-Times, highlighting Lynn’s vision for a cozy, community-centered bookstore and yarn shop in Ellettsville.