Have you always wanted to try colorwork? Does stranded knitting intimidate you? Have you started on your Fair Isle journey but are unsure how to grow your skills? Choose from either beginner, advanced beginner, intermediate, or advanced patterns to take the next step with your colorwork skills. This class will discuss setting yourself up for […]
Show off your crochet confidence and make a garment! In this class, you’ll get the guidance to decode the pattern, get started, determine the fit you need, and learn strategies to complete and finish your project. The raglan-shaping construction makes for a challenging but rewarding project, while the stitch pattern creates a fun, full-coverage texture! […]
Learn the basics of crochet while making a pair of cute fingerless mitts with one of our amazing crochet instructors! Three 1.5-hour classes Skills needed Absolutely none! Our beginner class is ideal for those who are completely new to the craft, or who haven’t knitted in many years and need a full refresher. Students must […]
Learn to work in the round and make your first hat! Two 2-hour classes meeting weekly on same day of the week. Skills needed: The ability to knit and purl is required. Skills learned: Join to work in the round Increasing and decreasing Refresh your knowledge of casting on Working in the round on circular […]
This quick crash course will show you how to cable like a pro, while starting a cabled scarf. Two 2-hour classes Skills learned: Refresh your knowledge of the rib stitch Create reversible cables Read cable charts Materials: Approximately 464 - 649 yards of Aran-weight yarn. We recommend 3 (4) balls of De Rerum Natura Cyrano […]
Ready for your next crochet project? In this class, you'll make a cozy beanie using single and half double crochet stitches while learning how to crochet in the round. It's a great way to reinforce your skills and try new techniques in a fun, supportive setting. Two 2-hour classes Skills needed: Chaining Single crochet Slip […]
Gain the foundations of the knitting craft and start your first scarf! Three 1.5-hour classes Skills needed Absolutely none! Our beginner class is ideal for those who are completely new to the craft or who haven’t knitted in many years and need a full refresher. Students must be 16 and older to enroll. Skills learned […]
Crochet motifs, affectionately called granny squares, are a great way to build on beginning crochet skills. In this class, learn several basic granny square patterns and how to join them to make clothing and home goods. One 2-hour session Skills needed: Chaining Single crochet Skills learned: Magic circle Working in the round Joining motifs Reading […]
Got a dream project you'd like to tackle? Nervous about trying a new technique or something big? Let’s do it together! This group class will allow students to bring in the project of their choice, whether it's a new cast on or something that's been languishing in the WIP pile. Work through questions or tricky […]
Join us in our second floor lounge space on Thursday evenings “after work” to stitch with others from our community! Grab a work in progress, connect with other yarn lovers and even get help from the yarnistas at our help desk. We are open until 9 pm every Thursday to host this free community event.
This workshop is currently sold out! Please text the shop at 703-664-0344 to be placed on the waitlist for any openings. Get a taste of Estonian knitting by making a wristlet showcasing four traditional techniques. This workshop is an introduction to Estonian knitting, exploring knit fringe, knit braids, bobbles, and roosimine inlay knitting. We will […]
Join us for a special meet & greet event with knitwear designer and author Aleks Byrd to celebrate her latest book Kindred Knits: Patterns from My Estonian Family Archives. Aleks will be joining us in-store to sign books alongside the complete trunk show from the book to inspire you. Plus, your ticket includes a special […]
This workshop is currently sold out! Please text the shop at 703-664-0344 to be placed on the waitlist for any openings. Create beautiful stranded colorwork, not just from the right side but also the wrong side, with this game-changing float management skill. Ladderback jacquard will help you manage floats by keeping them short to avoid […]
Tackle the scary steek and open a whole new world of possibilities with your knitting! Together we will explore two different styles of steek edges, from the fun of a knotted fringe steek, great for a shawl, and the all-around great reinforcement method with crochet. We will finish off with the perfect and super neat […]
Ready to dive into a big Sweater Adventure? Looking to explore more complex patterns? Need help getting an existing sweater project across the finish line? This group class will allow students to bring in the sweater project of their choice, whether it’s a new cast on or something languishing in the WIP pile. Work through […]
Get ready! We've launched Cosmic Craft Nite! This queer craft meet up will be held the second Sunday of every month beginning in July, from 4-6 pm. Bring your current WIP and gather in our lounge space to stitch and connect in a safe space for girls, gays, and theys!
Bring your current work in progress to our community space for a holiday sip n' stitch. We will be open our usual Monday hours, 10 am - 7 pm. Grab a beverage from one of our amazing neighbors for a chance to connect, unwind, and stitch in our second-floor lounge! Some of our neighbors that […]
Learn the basics of crochet while making a pair of cute fingerless mitts with one of our amazing crochet instructors! Three 1.5-hour classes Skills needed Absolutely none! Our beginner class is ideal for those who are completely new to the craft, or who haven’t knitted in many years and need a full refresher. Students must […]
Monday – Wednesday, Friday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
We will be preparing for Miss Babs Pop Up Tent Event, and for a special private event. Regularly scheduled classes will continue.
We are open July 3 from 10 am - 7 pm and July 4 from 10 am - 4 pm