Learn how to knit lace in this crash course while making a vintage inspired cowl. Two 2-hour classes Skills needed: Only the ability to knit and purl is required. Skills learned: Read patterns Join work in round Work lace increases and decreases Change colors Materials: 1 ball in two contrasting colors in WoolDreamers Mota OR […]
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 […]
Connect with other makers at this year's Make in Public Day in Old Town, Alexandria! We have a full schedule of events and treats to celebrate all the Makers in our lives. Make in Public Day is a vibrant, community-wide celebration of creativity and craft. Originally launched 16 years ago as a small local meet-up […]
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 […]
Join local designer Olga Buraya-Kefelian to explore 3D knitwear! Olga will share her 3D design philosophy and her inspiration process, and will reveal a different angle on knitwear that will put your existing skills on a new and novel path. Part demonstration, part hands-on, this workshop will show you how to create 3D textured accessories […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 local designer Olga Buraya-Kefelian to explore 3D knitwear! Olga will share her 3D design philosophy and her inspiration process, and will reveal a different angle on knitwear that will put your existing skills on a new and novel path. Part demonstration, part hands-on, this workshop will show you how to create 3D textured accessories […]
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 […]
Give new life to your beloved knits using visible and invisible mending techniques. Break away from the cycle of fast fashion and learn to fix holes, cover stains, and embellish wardrobe favorites. One 2-hour session Skills needed: Some Knitting or Crochet Experience Preferred Skills learned: Darning Swiss darning Basic reweaving Simple embroidery Materials: An item to […]
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 […]
Monday – Wednesday, Friday – Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
The shop is closed on Sunday, April 26 for a staff retreat.