Ever wanted to experience ALL the rare breeds ALL AT ONCE? This class will come close! We will start with the finer of the rare breeds and “trek” through the primitive, the medium and the longwools, while discussing their history and applications for today. We will discover new breeds we’ve not worked with before, as […]
Back by popular demand, join us at George Washington’s Mt Vernon for an amazing woolly experience! Meet the critically endangered rare breed Hog Island sheep as we visit an 18th century farm developed by President George Washington. The Farm represents the more than 3,000 acres Washington cultivated during the second half of the 18th century, […]
Fresh from the farm to your fingers! Come out to shop heritage breed yarns at our upcoming pop-up. We are delighted to welcome back Amy Manko and Ross Farm, a family farm that has been in continuous operation for over 100 years. Come out and shop a huge variety of sheep breeds - Jacob, Cheviot, […]
We are sso excited to have the Trunk Show for Talara by Berroco visit space! This luscious baby llama yarn is an excellent alternative to wool. Stop by and see these goodies (and the yarn!) in person. The entire collection of trunk show of patterns is available in Berroco Booklet #446, which is available for […]
We are open regular hours on Monday! Join us in the lounge for a day long Stitch in Space!
We will close at 5 pm on Friday, September 13th for a staff event.
It's time for our biggest annual event - the fall Miss Babs Pop Up Shop! We are taking it to the streets and will have even more yarn than ever. Shop Friday and Saturday outside in our tents. Meet Babs herself and see her entire fall collection of designs. Shop yarn for her new collection […]
mYak is back in space!! We are so excited to be carrying this sustainably and ethically produced line of luxury yak fibre! We have a trunk show of garments in the shop to inspire you. Read more about this yarn and the patterns inspirations here on our blog. Trunk show designs:
Craft beautiful embroidered knit ornaments in this 3 hour workshop with Betz White. Learn to embroider using basic stitches then add sparkle and shine with beaded accents. To complete the projects we’ll frame them in 4” hoops and cleanly finish the backs with wool felt. After you take this class you’ll want to add embroidery […]
In this three-hour class with Betz White, embellish a hand-knit Christmas stocking.Learn to embroider using basic stitches, then add sparkle and shine with beaded accents. Homework: • Bring a worsted weight knit stocking to class with a stockinette stitch cuff measuring approximately 6 1/2” wide (half circumference) and 4 1/2” tall. (Shown here: Churchmouse […]
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 round great reinforcement method with crochet. We will finish off with the perfect and super […]
Join us for an informative talk on Estonian Knitting! Knitting has a very strong tradition in Estonia and is an integral part of Estonian culture and identity. Every parish in the country has its own color palette, stranded colorwork knitting pattern (for mittens, socks, and gloves), as well as unique knitting techniques. In Estonia, there […]
Roosimine is an Estonian inlay technique that creates the appearance of embroidery through intentional floats in contrasting yarn on the right side of your knitting. It’s the perfect technique to add some embellishment to your knitting that is easier than intarsia. The name Roosimine translates to “decorating with roses”, which comes from a style of […]
A vikkel is a twisted or traveling stitch pattern used in Estonian knitting that creates a narrow cable pattern without the use of a cable needle. These patterns create beautiful patterns and even braids that add dimension to your knitting. Join this workshop with designer Aleks Byrd and learn how to create these stitches! Students […]
Knit a cute mini troi vest and learn about this unique Estonian fisherman colorwork sweater from the island of Kihnu! You’ll learn lots of skills in this workshop, from Kihnu its knitted braids to the use of steeks for seamless in-the-round construction. We will even cut 3 mini steeks used for the armholes and neck […]
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to Historic Old Town Alexandria for tricks and treats from your favorite boutiques and restaurants. The starting point is Pippin Toy Co. (1310 King Street) and maps will be available for pick up for all trick-or-treaters there.
We are stoked to have a new trunk show in space! We have the trunk show for one of our favorite fingering weight yarns, Kelbourne Woolens Cricket! Come check out this unique yarn in person, all knit up! If you've ever played with Kelbourne Woolens Lucky Tweed, Cricket is its baby cousin. The same super-soft, […]
Always wanted to make a matching sweater for your pup? Dana Williams-Johnson will show you how to take a pattern you’ve already knit and convert it for your dog. You’ve already done the hard part, now let’s use up that leftover yarn to make a coordinating sweater. Skill level: intermediate /advanced knitter; must have completed […]
Monday – Wednesday, Friday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
