Knit Along
Bee Keeper Quilt KAL
Thursdays, Jan 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2:00pm-4:00pm
Made of little stuffed honeycomb shaped puffy pockets we call HEXIPUFFS! ♥
Use leftover scrap sock wool & it doesn’t have to be lined because it’s puffy & double sided!
The hexipuffs are fun to make because they’re smushy, cute & feel like a little finished project all by themselves.
wheeee I love tossing them in the basket!
Oh yes, and they are knitted in the round ♥
Class
Edinburgh Seamless Dog Sweater
Tuesday, Jan 7 & 14
2:00pm-4:00pm
$40
The Edinburgh Seamless Dog Sweater is worked from neck to tall with a single piece of yarn, using raglan increases.
Price includes one skein of Malabrigo Rios, pattern, and instruction
Class
Project Class
Bring whatever project you are working on and get help, encouragement, and inspiration!
Wednesdays, Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29
10:30am-12:30pm
$10
Call 828-349-0515 or click below to add your name to the class registration list.
Knit Along
Ritual Kerchief KAL
Wednesday, Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29
2:00pm-4:00pm
This sweet little kerchief/shawlette is designed to use one skein of any yarn! Knit end to end with i-cord ends for easy tying and an allover bobble pattern this is a relaxing, easy-to-work project that knits up very quickly and can be worn many different ways.
Class
Triangle Loom Class
Wednesday, Jan 15
2:00pm-4:00pm
$30
Weaving is a breeze! Once you get the basics of how to move the yarn and in which direction this project goes quickly. You can make a small triangle in just a few minutes.
Then you can join the triangles to make bigger projects!
Class
Lulu Slipover
Friday, Jan 17, 24 & 31
2:00pm-4:00pm
$35
This is an advanced sweater class!
Materials needed are worsted weight yarn required for desired size, US 6 (24 inch), US 4 (16 and 24 inch), and US 1.5 (24 inches), and 2 buttons (20 mm).
Techniques learned: Buttonholes, double knitting, Italian cast on, and Italian bind off.
$35 includes pattern and instruction
Event
Permanent Jewelry
Thursday, Jan 23
2:00pm-6:00pm
Permanent jewelry is a piece of jewelry (typically a bracelet, anklet, or necklace) that does not have a traditional clasp, so it cannot be easily removed. Instead, the ends of the jewelry are soldered together while you're wearing them, creating a seamless look.
Class
Clint Shawl
Saturday, Jan 25 & TBD
10:30am-12:30pm
$35
The design for Clint was inspired by the ancient art of quilting, transformed into a modern, wearable shawl. Clints color options are endless, allowing for bold contrasts or subtle harmonies to express your creativity. Each block is knit modularly, attaching to the main body as you go, simplifying construction and making it portable and manageable for on-the-go knitting.
Knit entirely in garter stitch, this project suits most skill levels. The rhythmic garter stitch provides a soothing knitting experience, while the modular construction keeps it engaging and fun.Unleash the artist within you, and create a unique heirloom piece that reflects your personal style!
Materials needed:
40" circular in US 3, 4, and 5
C1 655 yards (fingering weight)
C2 340 yards
C3 230 yards
C4 125 yards
Removeable stitch markers
$35 - does not include pattern or yarn
Fiberside Chat
Jamie Lomax
Live Zoom Event, Sunday, Jan 26
1:00pm-2:00pm
$20
Doodles by Pacific Knit Co. are modern and whimsical colorwork motifs that enable knitters to design and knit exactly what they want! The Doodle Framework has three simple steps:
- Pick your Pattern Shape,
- Pick your Doodle Motifs, and
- Pick your Yarn Colors.
Then just start knitting! During this session, we’ll deep dive into each step and learn how to choose and modify your base pattern, how to re-create your master chart using Doodle motifs, and how to build cohesive yarn palettes that work for colorwork.
Event
Fairy Hair
Saturday, Feb 1
10:30am-3:30pm, 15 min slots
The Outreach Fairy from Mountain Fairy Hair is coming to the Silver Threads & Golden Needles to make your hair sparkle and brighten up those winter days!
For pricing, more details and reservations, click the link below.
Fiberside Chat
May MacCormick & Sanquhar Knitting
Live Zoom Event, Sunday, February 2
1:00pm-2:00pm
$20
Sanquhar Pattern Designs – part of A’ the Airts Community Arts Centre in Sanquhar, South West Scotland!
In the South West of Scotland, the knitting initiative known as the Sanquhar Pattern Designs project operates within the community arts centre. May MacCormick is one of the most renowned Sanquhar knitters in the world, with over fifty-five years of experience in creating the famous Sanquhar gloves.
Class
Cariad Hat Class
Saturday, February 8
10:30am-12:30pm
Cariad - the Welsh word meaning love! The cabled hearts in this pattern remind me of the Welsh Lovespoon!
This beautiful hat has the perfect column of cabled hearts and is knit using a circular needle. This hat will become one your your favorite hats to make and is a great Winter accessory! Whip one up today for yourself or as a gift that will surely be appreciated!
Class
'Building In Color' Afghan
First Friday every Month January thru November; next class is:
Friday, February 14
2:00pm - 4:00pm
$212
I'm excited to announce a skill-building series featuring colorwork! Learn to expertly manage multiple colors while creating a gorgeous sampler afghan. Many of the designs are timeless favorites, some are original creations, and ALL of them are deliciously fun!
The first class will be January 10 from 2-4PM. Thereafter, we will meet the 2nd Friday of every month from 2-4 until November. Then you will have a finished blanket
for a holiday gift...or YOURSELF!
To make all of the “Building In Color“ panels in the book, you will need a total of 24 hanks of HiKoo’s Simplicity yarn (8 hanks each of 3 different colors is recommended). Buttery soft, machine washable, and available in a huge selection of vibrant colors, this yarn is the perfect yarn for your gorgeous
blanket!
We have some in the shop now, or you can order at the shop your favorite color combination. I have combo suggestions if you need help!
Last day to order was December 20.
Price includes all yarn, pattern book, and 11 instruction classes.
Fiberside Chat
Sydney Crabaugh
Live Zoom Event, Sunday, February 16
1:00pm-2:00pm
$20
Bringing Vintage Knitting to Life!
Join Sydney Crabaugh for a discussion on the history of fashionable knitwear and a glimpse into her online knitting school, Squid's School of Vintage Knitting! Sydney will guide you through a whistle-stop tour of handknitting history through the lens of fashion, looking closely at the changes in trends through the mid-nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century.