
The Sow's Ear

Locally owned and operated since 2000, The Sow’s Ear is the Midwest’s first combined yarn store and coffee shop!
The warm & inviting atmosphere of The Sow’s Ear is the perfect place to relax, sip a drink and grab a bite to eat while knitting your next masterpiece or just relaxing with friends.
Our friendly staff prides itself on providing excellent service, camaraderie and knitting assistance if needed. We love our customers and look forward to meeting you!

Special Guests
While you are here be sure to visit with our Special Guests: Evergreen Fiber Works and Four Crows Fibers. We are thrilled to have them with us for the duration of the Shop Hop.


Evergreen Fiber Works- where sisters-in-law, Pamela and Valerie weave together their passions for nature, creativity, and family into vibrant, colorful yarns that reflect the soul of their beloved Wisconsin home.
At Evergreen, sustainability and craftsmanship converge. Yarns are carefully selected to be created from natural and cruelty-free fibers. Water and dye use practices are strictly managed in order to minimize environmental impact.
With a love for wool and a penchant for collaboration, Pamela and Valerie merge their distinct perspectives to create truly enchanting colorways.
Evergreen Fiber Works, Valerie & Pamela, Owners
Former co-owner of The Sow's Ear, and then The Cat and Crow, Melissa Brown has lived a life led by a love of color, fiber, and animals. Now continuing her decade-long journey of creating delightful colorways as an Indie Dyer, Melissa uses music and nature to inspire her creations!
Hours & Location
The Sow's Ear, Melissa Helgesen
125 S. Main Street
Verona, WI 53593
608.848.2755
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Monday 6:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 5pm
Thursday 6:30am - 5pm
Friday 6:30am - 9pm
Saturday 6:30am - 5pm
Sunday 6:30am - 5pm