Knitting Steeks and Inserting Zippers: a workshop with Ann Budd

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Learn how to add steeks so two- (or more) color patterns that are worked in rounds can be cut open—typically for a front opening, armholes, and neckline of a sweater. In this class, you’ll knit a cup cozie with a two-color pattern and steek stitches, then cut the steek open and finish the cut edge […]

$125

Toe-Up Socks with Wedge Toe and Short-Row Heel: a workshop with Ann Budd

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Most knitters learn to knit socks from the cuff down to the toe, but they can also be knitted in the opposite direction—from toe up to the cuff, eliminating the need to pick up stitches for the gusset or work the dreaded Kitchener stitch. Learn to knit socks from the toe up using an Eastern […]

$125

Fit that Knit workshop with Bristol Ivy: FR Mar 31, 6-9 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

How do you pick a sweater size? How do you calculate positive ease? How about negative ease? And really, have you ever tried to measure your own bicep? Each of these tasks can be a stumbling block on the path to knitting your own garments. In this class, we’ll develop a comprehensive set of measurements for our own bodies […]

$65

Fit that Knit workshop with Bristol Ivy: SU Apr 2, 3-6 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

How do you pick a sweater size? How do you calculate positive ease? How about negative ease? And really, have you ever tried to measure your own bicep? Each of these tasks can be a stumbling block on the path to knitting your own garments. In this class, we’ll develop a comprehensive set of measurements for our own bodies […]

$65

Slip It Float It Tuck It workshop with Bristol Ivy: SA Apr 1, 10 am – 1 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Knitting is based off of two fundamental stitches, right? We knit, and we purl. But what happens if we. . . Slip? In this class, we’ll discuss how slipping (and slipping’s compatriots, floating and tucking) stitches instead of working them can lead to a pattern of their own and add texture, dimension, visual interest, and structure to our knitted […]

$65

Winterlong Cowl workshop with Bristol Ivy: SA Apr 1, 3-6 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

The Winterlong Cowl is a warm, cozy bit of squishiness that employs some interesting techniques to create a flowing, organic shape. In this class, we’ll explore the techniques necessary to create it, and discuss the rhythms and patterns inherent to the design that make it so addictive to knit. Skills needed: Students should be able […]

$65

A Lace for Everything and Everything in Its Lace with Bristol Ivy: SU Apr 2, 11 am-2 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Lace is one of the most beautiful ways to manipulate your knitting into something truly spectacular. In this class, we’ll work on designing our own lace patterns based on two different development techniques: encoded and improvisational. From there we’ll swatch, play, and perfect that lace ready to add to any project you want! We will […]

$65
Event Series A Good Yarn Book Club

A Good Yarn Book Club

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

We are delighted to be the partner for Old Town Books April audio book club! Join a group of craft-curious makers who get together twice a month - every other month - to listen to an audiobook and unwind via making: knitting, needlepoint, collage. You name it. This month's book and project: This month we […]

Kelbourne Woolens Perennial Trunk Show

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Kelbourne Woolens’ Perennial is one of our favorite yarns to add to the wardrobes. With a brights and beautiful array of colors, this incredibly soft and versatile yarn pairs well with other, while also being pretty perfect on its own. Come see this trunk show that will highlight how much this yarn can do. Shop […]

Manos del Uruguay Marina Trunk Show

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

The soft, sumptuous Manos del Uruguay Marina has come to visit space with a new trunk show! Come check out how this delightful yarn looks knit up, with the tonal and space-dyed colorways giving the colors beautiful depth. With 874 yards per skein, most projects only need one! This trunk show will let you experience […]

Embroider your Knitting with Betz White: SA April 15, 1-4 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Refresh your wardrobe by adding embroidered details to your hand-knit sweaters and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches as well as tips and tricks for stitching on knits with tapestry wool or yarn from your own stash. Supplies needed for class: Tapestry wool or stash yarn (sock weight or worsted) tapestry needle Scissors  Transfer pen or […]

$65

Embroider your Knitting with Betz White: SU April 16, 1-4 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Refresh your wardrobe by adding embroidered details to your hand-knit sweaters and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches as well as tips and tricks for stitching on knits with tapestry wool or yarn from your own stash. Supplies needed for class: Tapestry wool or stash yarn (sock weight or worsted) tapestry needle Scissors  Transfer pen or […]

$65

Sample Sale to benefit Friends of Guest House and Spring2Action

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

We are excited to once again have hand knit and crochet items for sale! Come out and shop handmade items, featuring high quality natural materials. All proceeds will benefit Friends of Guest House, which helps women successfully enter the community after incarceration. We are proud to have them as our neighbors. Please stop by and […]

Stitcher Takeover of BARtanical

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Join us for another Stitcher Takeover! This month we will be trying out the new pop up bar on Mt Vernon Avenue - BARtanical. This herbal inspired spot features craft cocktails and bar bites in a plant covered space that will have you thinking thoughts of spring. Bring your current work in progress and connect […]

Free

Loopy Mango Big Cotton Trunk Show

We are hosting a new trunk show from Loopy Mango in their Big Cotton yarn! Loopy Mango is our go-to yarn for instant gratification and super satisfaction. With Loopy Mango Big Cotton and big needles, you can whip up these trendy garments and accessories in a few hours! Perfect for warmer temperatures, Big Cotton is […]

LYS Day

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Local Yarn Store Day (LYS Day) is a day to celebrate and visit your local yarn shop. Here at fibre space, we love to give back to you, our community, on this day. We are incredibly grateful for your support this past year. Every purchase made that day will earn double the rewards points! Stop […]

Event Series A Good Yarn Book Club

A Good Yarn Book Club

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

We are delighted to be the partner for Old Town Books April audio book club! Join a group of craft-curious makers who get together twice a month - every other month - to listen to an audiobook and unwind via making: knitting, needlepoint, collage. You name it. This month's book and project: This month we […]

Shop closed

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

The shop will be closed on May 1st in preparation for our Hazel Knits Pop Up and to give our team a much needed break after Local Yarn Store Day!    

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