September means back to school, back to work, and for many of us, back to picking up our stitching after a summer off! Join us for our Fall "Back to Basics" stitch along as we ask ourselves important questions like "What patterns are in for Fall?" "Why is it still so hot out?" and even, […]
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 […]
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.
In 1959, the city council created a promotion called “Alexandria Days”—a collaboration between the city and Old Town merchants designed to encourage shopping in downtown Alexandria during the hot summer months. Since we now have the amazing Sidewalk Sale tradition, we brought the event back to life last fall! This year, Alexandria Days will be […]
Join our amazing designer and instructor Christina for this independent study, where you can work on a knit or crochet skill or project. Are you a newer stitcher looking to take on the next level? Or a seasoned maker who needs a little help turning a WIP into an FO? This group class is for […]
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 […]
Frustrated by dropped stitches? Tired of starting over when a cable goes awry? Practice your fixing skills and learn how to fix the most common mistakes for all your projects. Bring any existing projects you may have, and we will work through techniques to keep you knitting. One 2-hour class Skills required: Knit, purl, cast […]
Ready to tackle the steeking scaries? In this class, we will cover two methods to reinforce your knitting so you can cut into your knits without fear. We’ll go over finishing techniques for making your edges look neat. 1 two-hour session Skills needed: Knitting and purling Increasing and decreasing The ability to single-chain crochet is […]
Learn how to knit lace in this crash course while making an adorable shawl. Two 2-hour classes Skills needed: Only the ability to knit and purl is required. Skills learned: Read lace charts Work lace increases and decreases Sizes: Approximate measurements after blocking: Length approx. 38½" / 98 cm Width (at the widest point along […]
We will be closed on Thursday, September 24 to prepare for the Miss Babs Pop Up Tent Event on Friday, Sept. 25 & Saturday, Sept. 26, and for a private event that night. However, regularly scheduled classes on Thursday, September 24 will continue. Sorry, Stitch in Space is canceled. We'll see you on Thursday, October […]
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 […]
Want to advance your knitting career but are confused about how to shape your knitting? Have you made a few shaped accessories but are uncertain that you're doing it the "right" way? Encounter some strange instructions regarding increases and decreases, and you're not sure how to execute them? This is the class for you! One […]
With a dazzling array of yarns in shades from stunning semi-solids to one-of-a-kind variegated colorways, it’s no wonder that Miss Babs Hand-Dyed Yarns have been a fibre space™ favorite since we first opened! Join the Miss Babs team at our Alexandria shop on Friday, Sept. 25 & Saturday, Sept. 26 for our special pop-up tent […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hook up your home decor with a simple yet timeless monogram pillow! This class covers two major skills in upping your crochet game: colorwork and chart reading. But don't be intimidated, this pattern is a great intro to these two skills. One 2-hour class Skills needed: Prior experience crocheting Single crochet, Double crochet, Slip Stitch […]
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 are open July 3 from 10 am - 7 pm and July 4 from 10 am - 4 pm