all the things she really wants (besides “more oven space”) — browse our curated collection of warming, happy pieces for your number-one homemaker/bread-baker.

make gift-giving sweeter — pair your scarpa picks with unique items from charlottesville’s favorite women-owned boutiques and donations to local charities we love.

mapgie knits: a passion project for co-founders susan bashline and blair williamson, magpie knits is the perfect place to pick up a new hobby. with help from their thoughtful and creative team at this downtown shop, your DIY queen will be knitting in no time.

pb&j fund: the pb&j fund empowers children and families through culinary and nutritional education, while improving access to affordable, healthful food for under-resourced community members.

Q&A with magpie knits co-founder blair williamson

what’s the best part of working in retail during the holiday season?

seeing all of the fabulous projects that people are knitting!

what items are you giving, and hoping to receive, from scarpa?

jewelry…duh. my dog, honeybear, is planning on purchasing something sparkly for me! she is very thoughtful.

what are you taking home from your own store this year?

more cashmere yarn

what’s your favorite way to unwind at the end of a busy day in the shop?

knit, sip, knit.