The Briar Patch

Hi! Welcome to the Briar Patch!

I'm Andrew(he/him), the Creative Yarn Officer of the Briar Patch. I've been knitting for about 6 years, and crocheting for 2. Knitting has always been an unwinding tool for me to relax after a long day. And the more and more I explore the wonderful world of fibre arts, the deeper I fell in love adding weaving and spinning to my repertoire of skills

Pride is a year-round holiday for me. I am entirely out and proud to be gay and I try to make sure that is evident in everything I do. As much as my clothes represent a Wednesday Addams aesthetic, my personality is anything but. 

"Briar Patch" comes from my love of nature. I knew I wanted to incorporate nature into my name somehow and I enjoy the juxtaposition of a Briar Patch being pointy and sharp and the soft delicate nature of yarn and fiber. 

I live in Hendersonville, NC with my partner, our two dogs (Ollie and Diesel), and two cats (Basil and Sage). When I'm not knitting I'm usually drinking tea or coffee depending on how much more energy I need to get everything I need to get done, done. 

As of 2024, I am opening a yarn shop of my own in Hendersonville, NC! I hope you come by for a visit!

Happy Pride, Y'all!