2024 Craft-Alongs
Get ready for our Winter 2024 Craft-Alongs!
Knit a sweater, socks, a beaded stole, or a gnome, crochet some fruit, or turn your WIP (work in progress) into a FO (finished object) in our first-ever Finish-Along!
Finish-Along (FAL): Sundays, 11:30-1:00: Jan 28 & Feb 4, 11, 25 & March 3 and 10
Socks Knit-Along (KAL): Saturdays, 11-12:30: Jan 27 & Feb 10, 24 & March 9
Sea Glass Stole KAL (SOLD OUT): Saturdays, 2-3:30: Feb 3, 17 & March 2, 16
Gnomes KAL (SOLD OUT): Saturdays, 11-12:30: Feb 17 & March 2, 16
Fruit Crochet-Along (SOLD OUT): Sundays, 2:30-4: Jan 28 & Feb 11, 25 & March 10
Strange Brew Sweater KAL: Saturdays, 2-3:30: Jan 27 & Feb 10, 24 & March 9
Cost to join is $15 per KAL or CAL or FAL, and includes 15% off yarn and needles/hooks purchased for your project. Purchase your KAL/CAL/FAL membership in store or online.
Finish-Along -- hosted by Ilma
Bring any knit or crochet project(s) you are working on that you would like to finish! Enjoy the camaraderie of other crafters turning their WIPs (works in progress) into FOs (finished objects).
Sundays, 11:30-1:00: Jan 28 & Feb 4, 11, 25 & March 3 and 10
Socks KAL -- hosted by Birgit
Work on any pair of knit socks!
Saturdays, 11-12:30: Jan 27 & Feb 10, 24 & March 9
Materials:
Pattern: You can choose any knit sock pattern! Here are some suggestions:
My First Toe Up Socks by Susan B. Anderson
Simple Toe Up Socks by Churchmouse Yarns
The Darrowby Sock Set by Summer Lee (cuff-down)
Lattice Topped Socks by Kay F. Jones (cuff-down)
Needles: Double-pointed needles or 32+" circular for Magic Loop, in whatever sizes give you the pattern gauge
Yarn: One skein of any suitable sock yarn
Yarn Suggestions:
Cascade Heritage
Madelinetosh Twist Light
Malabrigo Ultimate Sock (in store only)
Opal (in store only)
Sheepjes Metropolis (in store only)
Regia (DK-weight, in store only)
Notions:
Stitch markers
Stitch holder (optional)
Sea Glass Stole KAL (SOLD OUT) -- hosted by Carol
Knit a gorgeous beaded stole designed by Jake of Kenyarn!
Saturdays, 2-3:30: Feb 3, 17 & March 2, 16
Materials:
Pattern: Sea Glass Stole by Jake Kenyon
Needles: 32"+ circular, US3 or whatever size gives you the pattern gauge
Yarn: 930 yards of any suitable fingering-weight yarn (strong yarn with some nylon content recommended)
Yarn Suggestions:
Cascade Heritage
Madelinetosh Twist Light
Malabrigo Ultimate Sock (in store only)
Notions:
Stitch markers
Darning needle
Beads, 115g, size 6/0 (in store only)
Gnomes KAL (SOLD OUT) -- hosted by Sue
Knit your very own gnome friend!
Saturdays, 11am-12:30pm: Feb 17 & March 2, 16
Materials:
Pattern: Never Not Gnoming pattern by Sarah Schira
Needles: US 2 and US 2.5 double-pointed needles, or whatever size gives you the pattern gauge.
Yarn: Small amounts of fingering-weight yarn in several colors
Yarn Suggestions:
Kelbourne Woolens Camper
Sheepjes Metropolis (in-store only)
Odds and ends from your stash
Notions:
Darning needle
Stitch markers
Small amount of stuffing
Poly pellets for medium and large gnomes
Fruit Crochet-Along (SOLD OUT) -- hosted by Maria Elena
Crochet a bounty of beautiful fruit!
Sundays, 2:30-4pm: Jan 28 & Feb 11, 25 & March 10
Materials:
Pattern: crochet fruit pattern(s) of your choice! We can provide pattern suggestions.
Hook: Whatever size gives you the pattern gauge.
Yarn: Small amounts of fingering-weight yarn (or any weight) in several colors
Yarn Suggestions:
Sheepjes Catona or Metropolis (in-store only)
Odds and ends from your stash
Notions:
Darning needle
Stitch markers
Stuffing
Strange Brew Sweater KAL -- hosted by Cindy
Customize your own stranded colorwork sweater, choosing from a variety of motifs!
Saturdays, 2-3:30: Jan 27 & Feb 10, 24 & March 9
Materials:
Pattern: Strange Brew by Tin Can Knits
Needles: Whatever sizes give you the pattern gauge
Yarn: DK-weight yarn (or any of the other weight options listed in the pattern)
Yarn Suggestions:
Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK
Notions:
Stitch markers
Darning needle
Stitch holder (optional)
Q: What is a Craft-along?
A: A Craft-along is an opportunity to work alongside, and be inspired by, fellow crafters who are working on similar projects. Craft-alongs are not instructional, but we may share some tips and resources along the way.
Q: How do I join one of the Craft-alongs?
A: You can purchase a membership to one or more of the Craft-alongs. The cost to join is $15 per Craft-along. This includes all the sessions (in person or virtual) for that Craft-along, as well as a 15% discount off yarn and needles/hooks purchased for your Craft-along project. Once you have joined one of the Craft-alongs, you can contact us if you would like a free refresher lesson on a skill needed for your project.
Q: Can I use yarn from my stash for the Craft-along projects?
A: Yes, you are welcome to use stash yarn for these Craft-alongs.
Q: Can I use the 15% discount online?
A: Yes, you can contact us via email to request a coupon code. You can also call us during store hours to make your purchase by phone with the 15% discount.
Q: Is there a deadline for joining the Craft-alongs?
A: No, but it would be nice to have your yarn and be ready to begin on session one.
Q: What if I can’t finish my project by the end of the Craft-along?
A: There is no pressure to work at any particular pace during the Craft-alongs. If you want more time to work alongside other crafters, our free Open Crafting sessions are perfect for that! We would love it if you shared a photo of your finished project whenever it is ready!