Sometimes, we encounter a yarn shop with extra benefits.

A yarn shop occasionally has interesting helpers who add to the shopping experience.

Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, February 2012. "Miss," an Anatolian Shepherd Dog, greets my Mom and my friend as we arrive at Blackberry Ridge Woolen Mill. She recognized us from previous visits!

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Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, February 2012. Miss shows us the phenomenal selection of dyed wools.

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Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, February 2012. All of the local yarn shops in our area are lovely, but there is something extra special about Blackberry Ridge.

Thanks to my friend for creating another memorable outing for Mom and me.