I visited Picasso's Moon as a quick detour before dinner, shortly before the 4pm closing time. When I lost track of time and stayed past the close, Debra, the owner, didn't comment on it or rush me; instead, she sat peacefully weaving in the back room. I left with three hanks of hand-spun and -dyed yarn after extensive deliberation. I knew for certain I would never step foot in a Jo-Ann again. The environment inside feels more like an eclectic knitter's home than a shop. Draping shawls hang from the ceilings, wrapped around the furniture, alongside a plethora of beautiful yarns of all colors. Debra's yarn comes in small batches, but yarn from the same batch is never the same--each skein is unique, some even featuring multiple materials bound together. The speckles of color bring life to the knitwear scattered around the room. Even with the diversity of the yarns, there's something cohesive about Debra's creations. I purchased three skeins of superwash merino yarn. They are not only beautiful, but are soft and stretchy as well, perfect for any project meant to be worn (or anything else, if I'm honest--they're fantastic.) The unique blends of colors pop in my stash, and even the solid is gorgeous. If you're a knitter in the Sarasota area--or even just visiting--Picasso's Moon is a must. You will be inspired by Debra's passion and creativity, and you'll pick up some wonderful materials at the same time. read more

I went into the shop several months ago and can't stop thinking about it! I now stalk Picasso's Moon on instagram because the textures, colors and owner are soooo amazing to see. The yarn is out of this world...so beautiful and the owner/knitter/dyer/weaver is an incredible artist. Debra is not only a spectacular talent but incredibly kind. Debra warped a loom while I was there just so I could see her super easy way to do it....who does that?? Really nice people, that's who. I don't live near by but I hope to get to Sarasota once a year and when I go, PM is on the list. In the meantime, Instagram. Amazing place and person. read more

This review is for the yarn store portion. I know this place has its fan base having been open for five years, so don't get your panties in a wad. My first impression is a good one. Though once I start looking it seemed a bit cluttered. I did not know what was someone's stash, and what was for sale. The colors and textures were wonderful to look at, but most of the hanks were already wound. Which is great if they are going to be used right away. Thank you for the convenience, however if yarn is going to sit of a period of time, it needs to be in a relaxed hank. The tension on the yarn from winding can cause it is warp when knitted up. Aside from the initial impression, I decide to sit and knit for a bit. The sales person was nice enough, until she started to look at what I was knitting. It was obvious I am not a new knitter based on the piece I was working on. Then she started to try and correct what I was doing. I stated that one does not have to always "twist" every second stitch, and that I was twisting if it was over five stitches. I learned from reading Elizabeth Zimmerman's books, YouTube, and family members. She was taken aback and was aggressive in implying I was doing it wrong. From there the air of the store became a little stifling, and I left with a very uncomfortable knot in my stomach. Since this was my first visit, I know I am going to have to go back and try again. We shall see how the stars change. read more

We arrived just as the owner was leaving, and she turned around and opened the store back up for us. The shop is small and unique. The owner was working on an unusual afghan, knitting with 4 strands at a time (which she wound and sells). My friend and I each ended up purchasing needles and yarn to make one of the afghans. She was very helpful, and very interesting! Even our husbands liked this unique shop. I would definitely return there on my next trip to the area. read more

Debra at Picasso's Moon Yarn shop offers a trendy , arsty craftsy studio that sells great yarn , including hand woven . Debra is more than willing to help you with your projects.. the setting , within an antique store on Fruitville ( not Lemon) Road in Sarasota offers a knit n bitch group on Wednesday evenings.. but there are always knitting nuts like me that stop in anytime to just knit and share. read more

There are times in ones life when you happen upon a place in which everything is perfect, at peace, Zen. Several weeks back I went for brunch at the home of an acquaintance. She had a wonderful art collection in a gorgeous home and among her art were a couple of woven pieces that were amazing. She mentioned that she had taken up weaving in a wonderful little store called PICASSO'S MOON, owned by a lovely woman who had looms and a great assortment of wool and fabulous ideas, in a lovely little setting where you sit and weave and talk. I decided to give PICASSO'S MOON a try. It is among an enclave of small shops, hidden off Ringling Ave. On a nice day, the owner, Debra, displays some of her pieces outside her shop along with samples of her wool, beckoning you into her shop. I entered, talked a bit about what I might like to weave and within minutes, Debra, in her lovely, easy way offered a small loom, for which I selected a variety of yarn and so began my journey into weaving. I was HOOKED, so to speak. My friend was there, and so for the next couple of hours we all chatted, meandered to and fro on our looms and I fell in love with a special place, PICASSO'S MOON and the art of weaving. Patty Lane Miller read more

If you're looking for a traditional yarn store, this probably won't be your cup of tea. But if you are looking for inspiration for fiber artistry, you'll be in heaven. The store is part antique shop/part yarn store...a little weird right off the bat. It's like walking into a quirky knitter's attic. For people who like organization and structure, it may seem like yarn hell. But I loved the fact that everywhere you looked you would see something unusual -- a jar of buttons here, a groups of hand-worked glass bead shawl pins there, pegs with extravagant hand-spun and hand-dyed yarn hanks, and a rack of funky dresses with vintage fabrics and hand-knitted panels stitched together crazy-quilt style to boot. The owner was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. She was generous in sharing free patterns, directing me to Ravelry patterns I might like, and revealing the techniques she used in her ready-made garments. I ended up splurging on some of her unusual yarns with sequins and beads that will make a great just-for-me project. If you love that idea of creating wearable art, not just following a pattern, you will love this store. read more