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Crochet 101 - February
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Knitting 101 - March
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - MARCH
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Crochet 101 - March
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - February
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Knitting 101 - February
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - JANUARY
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Crochet 101 - January
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Knitting 101 - JANUARY
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
MINI GNOME WORKSHOP
Knit an adorable mini gnome, perfect for holiday decor or gifting while mastering fun knitting techniques. Together with Aleks Byrd, you’ll learn all the techniques used commonly across her family of festive knitted gnome patterns. We will cover everything from a crochet provisional cast-on, bobble stitch nose, some beautiful Estonian knitted braid embellishement and of course a sewn fringe beard! At the end of the workshop, you’ll have a gnome ready for the festive season with no doubt the desire to knit a whole gnome family!
Intermediate knitter; students should be comfortable to knit and purl in the round, cast-on, bind-off. 4 hours in person taught in two 2 hour sessions with 1 hour break between sessions. Materials are included, but you’re welcome to bring your own as well, materials are listed on the confirmation page.
Inspiration Workshop
In this workshop, Bristol and Thea will share their personal design processes and where they find inspiration. During this workshop, you will take a walk around Downtown Frederick to find patterns in the everyday and capture what inspires you. Once back at homebase, Thea and Bristol will teach you how to translate your findings into knitting designs, focusing on hats but open to other ideas. It will be a day of literal and figurative exploration to inspire your next knitting masterpiece!
There will be two sections of this class:
Saturday, December 14 10:00am - 2:30pm (30 mins break)
Sunday, December 15 10:00am - 2:30pm (30 mins break)
Crochet 101 - DECEMBER
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Mastering Knitting Mistakes
Do you find yourself in a tangled web of dropped stitches, twisted yarn, and accidental increases/decreases in your knitting projects? We got you! In the "Mastering Knitting Mistakes" class, we will unravel the mysteries of common knitting blunders and empower you to transform them into opportunities for growth. In addition to teaching how to fix common knitting mistakes, we will also teach you how to “read” your knitting so you can identify the problem and correct it. For Beginner/Intermediate knitters.
Knitting 101
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - December
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Holiday Decorations - Needle Felting
Join us as we make our own needle felted ornaments! In this class, Francesca will teach you how to utilize the art of needle felting to create your own holiday decorations and so much more! No experience necessary, just a desire and openness to learn something new. All materials provided!
Intro to Visible Mending
Whether you are trying to create a more sustainable lifestyle or just trying to add more creativity to your wardrobe, visible mending is a lovely way to add an artistic flair to your garments and keep clothes out of the landfill! Let our very own Janet introduce to the vast world of mending with this intro class where you will learn the basics to get started on you mending journey.
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - NOVEMBER
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Crochet 101 - November
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Knitting 101 - November
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
Embriodery Embellishments
Bring a piece of clothing or cloth accessory and learn how to add some embroidery embellishment! Meant for the beginner, join Emily as she walks you through the process of using basic embroidery stitches to spice up your existing wardrobe. Needles and embroidery thread will be provided, please just bring something (a piece of clothing, a cotton tote, ball cap, etc.) you want to embellish.
Intro to Estonian Knitting
Get a taste of Estonian knitting by making a wristlet showcasing four traditional techniques. This workshop is an introduction to Estonian knitting exploring knit fringe, knit braids, bobbles, and roosimine inlay knitting. We will travel across Estonia learning these different techniques that are much easier than they look. A great way to get to grips with many of the techniques covered in Aleks Byrd’s book Traditions Revisited: Modern Estonian Knits.
Students will learn:
Estonian Pärnumaa knit fringe
Knit braids: Kihnu vits & Twisted braid
Nupp bobble
Vikkel lateral braid
Roosimine inlay knitting
SKILL LEVEL: intermediate knitter ; students should be comfortable to knit and purl in the round with two colours at a time (easy colourwork), reading from charts, cast-on, bind -off
***This class is 6 hours of instruction with one 60 minute break***
Steeking in Style
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 neat steek sandwich band that makes a great finishing touch hiding your steek on a cardigan.
Students will learn:
Knotted fringe steek
reinforcing a steek with crochet method
Perfect cardigan band finishing with a “steek sandwich”
SKILL LEVEL: intermediate knitter; students should be comfortable to knit and purl in the round with two colours knitting easy colourwork, cast-on, bind -off
Sock Tawk with The Grocery Girls
Tracie and Jodi are huge fans of hand knitting socks. They believe there’s no substitute for wearing a beautiful woolly pair that hug your feet and that you’ve created yourself! This workshop is all about the humble and fabulous classic stockinette sock. We will learn about getting the perfect fit by exploring different cast ons, cuffs, heels and toes. We will also demystify some techniques that may seem intimidating at first, but are quite simple and definitely fun once you dive in. Cut our knitting, fold a hem, add embroidery (and more)? Yes! We will do all of this together and take your favourite vanilla socks to the next level using lots of simple, creative ideas. You will leave with so many tips, tricks and techniques to add into all of your sock knitting projects.
VIP Stitch Night & Cocktail Hour
Bring your WIP and join us for an intimate stitch night with the Grocery Girls! Appetizers, drinks and Swag Bag (yarn, notions and merch, oh my!) included, don't miss this special event!
Sock Tawk with The Grocery Girls
Tracie and Jodi are huge fans of hand knitting socks. They believe there’s no substitute for wearing a beautiful woolly pair that hug your feet and that you’ve created yourself! This workshop is all about the humble and fabulous classic stockinette sock. We will learn about getting the perfect fit by exploring different cast ons, cuffs, heels and toes. We will also demystify some techniques that may seem intimidating at first, but are quite simple and definitely fun once you dive in. Cut our knitting, fold a hem, add embroidery (and more)? Yes! We will do all of this together and take your favourite vanilla socks to the next level using lots of simple, creative ideas. You will leave with so many tips, tricks and techniques to add into all of your sock knitting projects.
Meet & Greet Stitch Night with The Grocery Girls
Bring your WIP and join us to welcome the Grocery Girls for a relaxed night of fun, games and stitching!
Crochet 101 - October
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Crochet Cowl - "The Mandy" Sept & OCt
Join Wanitta as she walks you through her crochet cowl pattern, "The Mandy." A perfect pattern to welcome fall, this cowl features a double thickness that will sure to keep you warm as the weather cools down. While this class is appropriate for beginners and advanced a like, you must be comfortable with single and double crochet stitches. This is a two part class, we encourage you to attend both sessions.
Intro to Visible Mending
Whether you are trying to create a more sustainable lifestyle or just trying to add more creativity to your wardrobe, visible mending is a lovely way to add an artistic flair to your garments and keep clothes out of the landfill! Let our very own Janet introduce to the vast world of mending with this intro class where you will learn the basics to get started on you mending journey.
Intro to Tunisian Crochet - September
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called Afghan crochet, is a unique fiber craft that shares similarities with both knitting and crochet. Like crochet, it uses a long crochet hook. And, like knitting, it involves working with multiple stitches at a time. Perfect for both crocheters and knitters alike, join us in this beginners class as we expand our fibers skills and explore the wonderful world of Tunisian!
Crochet 101 - September
Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet? We got you covered! Come and take our beginner level crochet class where you will learn crochet basics to get you started. Click here to sign up!
Knitting 101 - September
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Our very own Francesca is hosting a beginners knit class where she will teach you all of the knitting basics, so that you'll be knitting away in no time! Click here to sign up!
Royal Mile Cowl
As fall fast approaches, it's the perfect time to cozy up and learn a new skill. In this hands-on knitting class, you'll discover the joy of creating your very own cowl, a versatile accessory that adds warmth and style to any autumn outfit.
Skills we'll be working on: Pattern reading, knitting in the round, ribbing and finishing.
Don't miss out on this opportunity create a cozy accessory that will keep you warm as we knit our way into fall!
*Students must know basic knit and purl stitches, a perfect class for the beginner knitter*