Greetings from space! Here’s what has been happening around the shop this week, as well as upcoming classes and events. Thank you to those of you who joined us during the government shut down and be sure to stay tuned if there is another shutdown in February.
Just Landed!
Lykke interchangeable needle sets (5” tips)
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Worsted restock
Upcoming Events!
For the love of fuzzy socks! Grab your favorite pair of fuzzy socks and join us on Sunday, January 28th from 1-3pm to learn how to take better care of ourselves in 2018 from author Shani Godwin. This girl-time session will be filled with knitting, chatting, and relaxing and is free for all.
Our dear friend Olga Buraya-Kefelian will be teaching a slew of workshops this winter here in space! For the most unique shawl, try the Three Dimensional Shawl Workshop on Sunday, February 4th. Lastly, Olga will be offering her Geometric Colorwork Hat workshop and Magical Brioche Cowl workshop on Saturday, February 17th.
Well-known designer Susan B. Anderson will be returning to space this February to teach three fantastic workshops. First up will be her Sheep! workshop (currently sold out) on Friday, February 9th. She’ll be back on Saturday, February 10th to teach both her Fair Isle Fingeless Mitts workshop and her Three French Hens workshop (currently also sold out). Slots are going quickly, but please note that many of her workshops to have some homework.
Have you picked your projects for the 2018 Ravellenics yet? Join Team fibre space for this fun stitch event that coincides with the Olympics. All of the details on how to join in are in our Ravelry group, but remember, the goal is to simply challenge yourself!
Coming Up In Our Classroom!
Treat yourself to a new skill this winter with our Introduction to Knitting or Introduction to Crochet classes!
Jump into the colorful work of stranded colorwork! Learn all the basics while knitting the popular Bousta Beanie in the First Colorwork Hat – Bousta Beanie class starting on Monday, January 29th. $65.
Knit a classic cowl while learning how to knit cables and read charts in the Intro to Cabling – Cowl class starting on Wednesday, January 31st. $65.
Learn how to cable in the Cabled Fingerless Mitts class starting on Saturday, February 3rd. You’ll also learn all about mitt construction, reading cable charts and other useful skills applicable to countless future projects. $65.
Learn how to make a stylish slouchy hat while learning all the basics of hat construction in the First Hat – Slouch Hat class starting on Sunday, February 4th. $65.
Learn all about lace while creating your own future family heirloom in the Lace Baby Blanket – Shale class. This pattern features a traditional pattern, making it a timeless piece, but will give your transferable skills for countless future projects. Class begins on Sunday, February 4th. $65.
The Intro to Lace and Mosaic Knitting class starting on Sunday, February 4th is perfect for learning a variety of techniques. You’ll learn the basics of lace and mosaic knitting, as well as reading charts and using lifelines. $65.
Linen stitch doesn’t just have to be for knitters. The Reversible Crochet Linen Stitch Scarf class starting on Thursday, February 8th will help you create your own accessory that highlights this beautiful crochet twist on a classic knitting stitch. $65.
Happy Stitching!