About Us
Who are we?
Chronicles of Cheryl is a husband and wife team in the Pittsburgh area dedicated to creating handmade art for you to enjoy! We've been married since 2018 and have two beloved cats, Zabrina and Zelda.
I started the eponymously named Chronicles of Cheryl in 2019 as a creative outlet from my "day job." Creating catnip toys and pet blankets brought me a lot of joy during the years at home. I've since started designing knit accessories and dyeing yarn. Now, I get to see both furry friends and amazing people enjoy my creations!
Thank you for supporting Chronicles of Cheryl each and every day. We wouldn't be here without you.
Now Featured on: NEXT Pittsburgh
What does hand-dyed yarn have to do with the local economy? Everything.
"The scent of animal fibers and dye lingers in the air of Cheryl Leow’s basement, where skeins of yarn hang drying under fluorescent lights and boxes of recycled packaging crowd the floor.
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While Leow’s yarn business may seem small in comparison to broader market forces, it stands as a quiet but powerful example of how local creativity can drive economic resilience."
Many thanks to Tessa Williams for these excellent photos!
Our story...
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How it started?
I learned to knit as a teenager and picked it back up as a hobby several years ago. In making gifts for loved ones and designing accessories for my own cats, I was delighted to discover that I could bring this wonderful hobby to others! I opened Chronicles of Cheryl in 2019 to share the love of knitting and yarn with everyone.
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How it's going?
My spouse has always wanted to learn a craft of his own, and chose working with resin as his creative outlet. I specialize in dyeing soft and vibrant yarn for everyday wear. Everything we do is handmade in micro batches, with many of our products being one-of-a-kind. We inspire each other and collaborate on everything we do. You can often spot him doing all the unloading and loading at local events while I knit!
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What's the future hold?
I love repetitive knitting patterns that I can work on while going about my daily life. We also deeply appreciate vibrant colors and bring that inspiration to Chronicles of Cheryl!
We're excited to be partnering with small businesses to bring Chronicles of Cheryl to you, wherever you are!
