Deb would be a great person to help you. I'd make sure she was working before I headed to the shop. But they might have other people who could help you or do a lesson.
There are three great yarn shops in the Nashville area. Bliss Yarns in Brentwood, Haus of Yarn on White Bridge Rd, and Craft South on 12th Ave S. All are very different and surely worth a visit. I think either one would have someone to help you.
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