March 24, 2026
✨ Business Highlight: Compass & Crow Studios ✨
Color, creativity, and community come together at Compass & Crow Studios, a charming yarn shop located in Los Portales Mall at 99 Easy Street in the heart of Carefree. Owner Marissa began her creative career in 2014, painting custom motorcycles, helmets, and golf clubs. After moving to Carefree in 2018 to be closer to family, she was drawn to the town’s welcoming, small-town charm and opened a brick-and-mortar art studio. Did you know? The business logo tells a story—featuring a compass in honor of her father, who was her “moral compass,” crow wings inspired by her love of corvids, and a paint splatter as a nod to her art background. 🧭
A few years later, while she loved her work, Marissa knew it was time for a change. Her retirement dream had always been to own a yarn shop, and with encouragement from her husband, she transformed her space. On November 15, 2025, she re-opened it as a dedicated fiber arts shop, blending her artistic roots with her passion for knitting and crochet. Today, Compass & Crow Studios is a must-visit destination for fiber enthusiasts across the state. Marissa hand-dyes most of the yarn in the shop, creating exclusive colorways you won’t find anywhere else in Arizona, and imports specialty fibers from France, Ireland, and Denmark for a truly unique selection. She makes every visit to Carefree rewarding for both seasoned crafters and beginners, offering inspiration, guidance, and high-quality materials for all skill levels. 🧶
Compass & Crow Studios also serves as a welcoming community hub, hosting free open crafting sessions Tuesday through Friday and private lessons with on-staff instructors. Whether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind yarn, learning a new craft, or want to connect with fellow artists, Compass & Crow Studios brings creativity, craftsmanship, and connection to Carefree’s small-business community. 🎨
📍 99 Easy Street, Suite 202, Carefree, AZ 85377
📸 Follow Compass & Crow Studios @compassandcrow
💻 Learn more at compassandcrowstudios.com
Color, creativity, and community come together at Compass & Crow Studios, a charming yarn shop located in Los Portales Mall at 99 Easy Street in the heart of Carefree. Owner Marissa began her creative career in 2014, painting custom motorcycles, helmets, and golf clubs. After moving to Carefree in 2018 to be closer to family, she was drawn to the town’s welcoming, small-town charm and opened a brick-and-mortar art studio. Did you know? The business logo tells a story—featuring a compass in honor of her father, who was her “moral compass,” crow wings inspired by her love of corvids, and a paint splatter as a nod to her art background. 🧭
A few years later, while she loved her work, Marissa knew it was time for a change. Her retirement dream had always been to own a yarn shop, and with encouragement from her husband, she transformed her space. On November 15, 2025, she re-opened it as a dedicated fiber arts shop, blending her artistic roots with her passion for knitting and crochet. Today, Compass & Crow Studios is a must-visit destination for fiber enthusiasts across the state. Marissa hand-dyes most of the yarn in the shop, creating exclusive colorways you won’t find anywhere else in Arizona, and imports specialty fibers from France, Ireland, and Denmark for a truly unique selection. She makes every visit to Carefree rewarding for both seasoned crafters and beginners, offering inspiration, guidance, and high-quality materials for all skill levels. 🧶
Compass & Crow Studios also serves as a welcoming community hub, hosting free open crafting sessions Tuesday through Friday and private lessons with on-staff instructors. Whether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind yarn, learning a new craft, or want to connect with fellow artists, Compass & Crow Studios brings creativity, craftsmanship, and connection to Carefree’s small-business community. 🎨
📍 99 Easy Street, Suite 202, Carefree, AZ 85377
📸 Follow Compass & Crow Studios @compassandcrow
💻 Learn more at compassandcrowstudios.com